Category: El Paso

How a Family Lawyer Can Help with Child Support and Custody Issues

Child support or child custody cases are complex affairs. The role of the family lawyer is not only to provide the best legal advice, guidance, and defense in court but also to act as a support for people often thrown into a legal system that can feel confusing and intimidating. Your El Paso family lawyer […]

FAQs About Divorce in El Paso: What You Need to Know

Terminating a marriage may seem like a relatively straightforward process. However, because of people’s unique circumstances, financial ties, property, and children, the process becomes more complicated. Certain situations such as family violence and adultery further complicate matters. As you navigate the difficult moments of dealing with a divorce, you likely want to have answers to […]

The History Behind the Miranda Rights & Why They Are Imperative to Our Justice System

The right to remain silent is an essential component of our justice system. We’ve all seen television shows and films depicting police officers reading these rights to suspects. The origin of these rights goes back to the 1960s, but the central concept behind them goes much further back to early English Common Law. So what […]

Drug Possession Charges in Texas & the Changing Attitudes Towards Marijuana: What You Should Know

Texas has a reputation for a lot of things: a “go get em” attitude, a rebellious streak, an innovative spirit, and a drive for self-sufficiency and independence. The Lone Star State also has a reputation for its stringent drug possession laws and its conservative stance on controlled substances and narcotics. As the cultural tide shifts, […]

My Spouse Just Asked For A Divorce — What Should I Do Now?

Marriage is a beautiful thing, but let’s face it: it doesn’t always work out. There are many ways a rocky marriage can be patched up or salvaged, but sometimes the best course of action is simply getting a divorce. If your spouse has asked for a divorce and you’re unsure what your next step should […]

What the Changing Landscape of Marijuana Legalization Means for Texans

Our country is constantly changing. Take the legalization of marijuana, for example. Many states throughout the country have legalized marijuana for recreational and/or medical use. The entire West Coast, Colorado, Nevada, Alaska, Michigan, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Maine have legalized recreational and medical marijuana. A larger number of states have only legalized medical marijuana. This is […]

Gas Pipe Owners in Dallas Charged with Drug Trafficking: What Now?

The owners of “Gas Pipe,” a popular smoke shop in Dallas who specializes in pipes, darts, and tattoo supplies, among other items, have been charged with drug trafficking after they were found to be selling K2 or “Spice” in their stores. The defendants in the case, owner Jerry Shultz and his daughter Amy Herrig, say […]

How Drug Laws Have Changed Since 2010

It’s crazy that we’re only two years shy of starting a new decade when the year 2010 feels like yesterday. Scott Pilgrim was fresh in theaters. Barack Obama was only two years into his first presidency. A lot has changed since 2010, including the drug laws in our country. As marijuana acceptance grows and the […]

So You’re Facing Your First DWI Charge, What Now?

Driving while intoxicated is illegal in the state of Texas. DWI charges tend to carry fines, jail time and license suspension as punishments. The severity of the punishments varies depending on your conviction, so it’s important to be aware of what you’re dealing with when it comes to DWI charges, especially in the state […]

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