The Ultimate Divorce Consultation Checklist: Essential Documents to Give Your Attorney
A divorce consultation is your first meeting with your soon-to-be divorce attorney. This is the time when you finally get some answers to the things you’re worried about and a clear idea of what your legal options realistically are (and all the...
Effective Strategies to Keep Your Attorney’s Divorce Fees to a Minimum
Divorce is a complicated and emotionally draining process that can feel impossible to navigate without support. The attorney’s fees associated with it usually just add another layer of stress. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to mitigate those costs....
6 Essential Tips for Stress-Free Co-Parenting
Once back to school hits, there is no holding the kids back — from extracurricular activities to reconnecting with friends, as parents we understand that it can be a whirlwind. On top of having to get back into the school routine, you may also have to deal with...
Preparing for the New School Year: Essential Legal Considerations for Co-Parenting
It’s that time again. It’s time to start thinking about the new school year — especially when you’re co-parenting. The school year has a unique set of challenges compared to the summer. Schedules have to change massively, constant events are happening that have to be...
Safeguarding Emily’s Family Law Case
Emily had a complex case that required many trials, several experts, and lots of patience. We are grateful that she trusted us with her family, and we are proud that we were able to achieve her desired outcome. When she became a client, she became a part of our...
Uncontested Divorce in Texas: What It Is and How It Works
In Texas, the most common type of uncontested divorce is an “agreed divorce.” Basically, both you and your spouse must agree on property division, child custody, and support issues, along with anything else that might come up — you must both also be willing to sign...
10 Critical Child Custody Tips for Texas Parents
Divorce can be an emotionally challenging and difficult process in the best of times, but when children are a part of the equation, everything gets ramped up to the nth degree. Navigating the complexities of child custody can feel overwhelming, but with the right...
2023 Client Champion Gold
Congratulations to Attorney Jennifer Wilson Ilarraza, she has been awarded the 2023 Client Champion Gold distinction by Martindale- Hubbell. According to Martindale-Hubbell, "Martindale-Hubbell’s new Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at...
Madison Lengel, Sworn In As Attorney
We're thrilled to announce that one of our own, Madison Lengel, has recently passed the Texas State Bar exam! This is a huge accomplishment and we're excited to celebrate their success. We are looking forward to Madison being able to provide even better service to our...
Ilarraza Law — The Family Law Firm That’s All About You
When we meet most of our clients, it’s usually during one of the most difficult times of their lives. When divorce is looming, many people don’t know what to do. They feel overwhelmed. Their emotions are all over the place. They feel like their life is falling apart...
Parental Termination: Do you have a case?
Terminating parental rights can be a challenging procedure. It is important to find an attorney to help you form a legal strategy and navigate through the litigation. When an absent parent does not want to be involved with the children, he or she may voluntarily...
Find a Good Child Custody Lawyer Near Me
A child custody lawyer specializes in being the voice of any child in the courtroom. They help ensure that the outcome of the case serves the child's best interest. But a child custody lawyer handles many more cases than just ones involving divorce. They handle any...
What is a Family Law Attorney?
A family law attorney is a legal professional that specializes in all matters concerning family law. If you think that sounds vague, you are absolutely right. That's because family law encompasses a wide variety of legal issues relating to family relationships. They...
How to Find the Best Family Law Attorney
A family law attorney deals with legal issues that hit close to home. Whether you are adopting a child, divorcing, or need to adjust your child custody agreement, having a great attorney can make all the difference. But how do you find the best family law attorney for...
What to Expect at a Consultation with a Family Law Attorney
Going through a divorce or custody battle is difficult enough. But it can be even more stressful if you don't know what to expect at a consultation with a family law attorney. And as the saying goes, 'fore-warned is fore-armed'. Knowing what to expect will enable you...
Can I Get a Passport If I Owe Child Support?
When you get a divorce and have children, child support is one of the many issues that need to be negotiated. Whether you are the one paying or the one receiving it, it’s important to know the rules surrounding it. This will allow you to protect yourself and your...
Can Child Support be Garnished?
When you owe child support, it’s important to keep up with payments because it is your financial obligation to your child. Child support is the money the non-custodial parent pays to the custodial parent to help with the cost of raising the children they share. The...
What is a Family Law Attorney?
There are different types of attorneys to help people with a variety of problems. When you think you need the help of an attorney, it’s important to know if you’re choosing the right one. In the area of family law, there are several different issues that family law...