I enjoy sharing information with our readers to help them navigate the confusing legal process. Harris County, Texas has some excellent information about probate on their "helpful guidelines" page . This information can help you understand what to look for in a will, how property passes in the State of Texas if the person doesn't have a Will, what to do if more than 4 years has passed since … [Read more...] about Probate Guidelines in Texas
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When Child Support Under the Guidelines is Not Enough
In addition to the general child support guidelines, the Texas Family Code also lists additional factors that may be considered by a judge in awarding child support outside the guidelines (either more or less support than would be ordered by applying strict guidelines). For instance, the party who has primary care of the child may have physical limitations him/herself, may be unemployed … [Read more...] about When Child Support Under the Guidelines is Not Enough
Child Support Outside the Guidelines
The Texas Family Code states specific guidelines for determining child support to be paid. These basic guidelines are as follows: 20% of the obligor's (payor's) net resources for one child 25% for 2 children, 30% for 3 children, 35% for 4 children, 40% for 5 children, Not less than 40% for 6 or more children. These are the standard guidelines. However, there are times when … [Read more...] about Child Support Outside the Guidelines
