Your decree divides the 401(k). A QDRO is what actually moves it. Here is which retirement accounts in a Texas divorce need one, and which do not.
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Plain-language guidance on Texas divorce, custody, child support, and estate planning from the attorneys at HKH Family Law in Frisco.
What Counts as a Material and Substantial Change in Texas
A Texas court will not change a custody order just because it stopped working. Here is what a material and substantial change actually means.
Texas Divorce: What Happens During the 60 Day Waiting Period
Texas will not grant a divorce before the 60th day after filing. Here is what actually happens in that window, and how to use it well.
The Texas Child Support Cap Is Now $11,700. Who That Affects
Texas raised the child support cap to $11,700 a month in September 2025. Here is who that actually affects, and when an old order is worth a second look.
Family Law Guidance When Uncertainty Is Taking a Toll
Unanswered questions about divorce or custody can weigh on you more than the process itself. Here is why a consultation brings clarity, not pressure.
Top 5 Things to Know About Child Custody Holiday Visitation Schedules in Texas
How Texas holiday possession schedules work, when parents can agree to changes, and what to do when the other parent is not following the schedule.
Top 5 Reasons to Review or Update Your Estate Plan/Will
Marriage, divorce, a new child, or a life change for someone named in your plan are all reasons to review your Texas will and estate plan.
5 Things to Have for Your Divorce Consultation
A budget summary, a list of assets and debts, a timeline of the marriage, legal documents, and your questions. What to bring to a divorce consultation.
Newly Divorced Top 5 Checklist for Property, Assets, and Liabilities
Retitle property, submit the QDRO, update beneficiaries, revisit your estate plan, and change your passwords. A checklist for life after a Texas divorce.
Community and Separate Property in Texas
Texas presumes everything acquired during marriage is community property. Here is what counts as separate property and how a court divides the rest.