Spring Cleaning Tips for Navigating Divorce and Child Custody: A Family Law Guide
Spring is often associated with renewal and rejuvenation, making it an ideal time to not only clean up our physical spaces but also to tidy up our lives and prepare for new beginnings. As family law attorneys we understand that for those going through divorce or...
Love and Legalities: Understanding Prenuptial Agreements in Texas
You are in love, engaged, and ready to spend the rest of your life with your partner. As you plan your future together, the last thing on your mind is probably a prenuptial agreement (also called a "prenup"). However, these agreements can save you a lot of heartache...
Navigating a Child Custody Case In Texas: Austin’s Story
Facing a child custody case can be a challenging and emotionally charged experience. Austin, a devoted father, shares his positive experience with Ilarraza Law Firm and how they provided him with the support and guidance needed to pursue full custody of his daughter....
Child Custody: Fostering a Healthy Co-Parenting Dynamic
Healthy co-parenting can seem like uncharted territory after a nasty divorce or many years of an unhealthy dynamic. You might wonder: What does “healthy co-parenting” even look like? How do you navigate it? Is it even possible? And what if it hasn’t been healthy even...
Protecting Your Children from Parental Substance Abuse: Legal Actions and Resources
If your former spouse has a problem with alcohol and/or drugs, it can severely affect their ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your children Texas courts recognize the devastation that substance abuse issues can cause in a family. As a result,...
Jennifer and Ilarraza Law: A Family Law Story
In the challenging realm of family law, the right attorney can make all the difference. Jennifer Ilarraza and her Flower Mound based family law firm have helped countless clients navigate complex cases and support the safety of their loved ones. A former client...
How Long Does an Uncontested Divorce Take in Texas?
What is an Uncontested Divorce? An uncontested divorce in Texas is a divorce in which both parties successfully reach an agreement on each family law issue related to their case. Typically, an uncontested divorce is also a no-fault divorce. Texas Uncontested Divorce...
What Are the Rules for Joint Custody in Texas?
Categories of Child Custody in Texas Texas has two different categories of custody. Conservatorship: This is considered legal custody and refers to the right to make crucial decisions regarding the children. Possession/access: This is considered physical custody, and...
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...