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HintFocuses on marital discord.Memory TipThink: 'Irreconcilable' means no support for the marriage.
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HintHow long must you reside to file?Memory Tip6/90: Six months, Ninety days, Divorce case.
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HintTexas domicile for at least one party.Memory TipAnnulment needs just ONE TX connection (domicile).
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HintMutual agreement simplifies the process.Memory TipNo fault = no fight = easy divorce.
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HintProtects during legal proceedings.Memory TipTRO: Temporarily Restricts Occupancy.
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HintChild's preference is not absolute.Memory Tip12+: Voice heard, but not a final decree.
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HintDeals with parental rights and duties.Memory TipOne manager can have multiple assistants
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HintShared responsibilities, not necessarily equal time.Memory TipJoint managing: Same rights, maybe different schedules.
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HintTiming matters after the appeal.Memory Tip60-day 'grace' after appealing temporary orders.
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HintParent-child relationship can establish jurisdiction.Memory TipKid's location can tie parents to court.
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HintBigamy is illegal.Memory TipOne at a time; prior marriage voids new one.
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HintPatient confidentiality is key.Memory TipCounselor's couch is confidential (usually).
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HintMust prove present intent to be married.Memory TipAgree, Live, Tell = Common Law Marriage.
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HintValid ID is always required.Memory TipNeed official documents to prove identity.
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HintRelated by blood.Memory TipFirst cousins can't marry in Texas.
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HintAnswering 'true' to delinquency leads to denial of license.Memory TipSupport your kids before tying the knot.
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HintExceptions to the waiting period.Memory TipCourt or military can shorten the wait.
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HintEqual access to marriage.Memory TipLove is love: No discrimination allowed.