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Property Valuation and Division
As part of any divorce, the court must divide the community estate in a manner it deems to be just and right, having due regard for the...
Beth M. Johnson
Sep 24 min read
Legislative Updates: Changes to Standing Requirements
Among the 2025 legislative changes, the biggest deal, in my opinion, are the changes to the requirements for nonparent standing. Section...
Beth M. Johnson
Aug 62 min read


Preserving Error Regarding Time Limitations at Trial
While some cases are short and sweet, others are massive 10,000-piece puzzles. Some can be tried with the presentation of a couple of...
Beth M. Johnson
Jun 105 min read


Using Strategic Pre-Trial Briefing to Effectively Allocate Time in Court
87 Tex. B.J. 696 (October 2024)
Beth M. Johnson
Oct 15, 20241 min read


Rule 306a Motions to Extend Post Judgment Deadlines
In 2023, the legislature amended Texas Government Code Section 80.002 to include a provision requiring courts to provide notice of orders...
Beth M. Johnson
Oct 8, 20246 min read


Enforcement of Divorce Decrees
A divorce decree dividing the community estate is just a piece of paper. Some parties comply. Others do not. When parties are reluctant,...
Beth M. Johnson
Jul 16, 20245 min read