Family Law and Divorce Attorney

    What to do Before a Divorce: 5 Tips You Must Follow (which actually work)   June 3, 2019 BY Shane Considering divorce is one of the hardest things a person can do. Planning for a divorce usually means things have gone past the point of no return-and with that comes feelings of sadness, defeat and maybe even betrayal. However...

In just about every divorce involving children, some child support arrangements will be made. But not every divorce is the same, and not all go as planned. And even if a child support agreement seems perfect at the time, circumstances can change. Whatever the reason, you may find yourself trying to file a child support agreement, enforce or modify ...

Disputes over child custody can be among the most heated. After all, the stakes are incredibly high when the issue of being able to see your own children is on the line. As a result, it may seem like the prospect of ever reaching an agreement with your child's other parent is highly unlikely, but mediation can often lead to surprisingly positive re...

 

Before committing to going through a divorce, make sure you are prepared for the financial changes that divorce brings. Going through a divorce is one of the worst situations you want to get yourself caught in, but no matter how you want to keep the fire burning between you and your better half, things seem like you are better off alone. Divor...

Shane leads a legal team that  takes a personalized approach to every case. Any family law solution involves careful consideration of your unique circumstances. When we take your case, our team will invest the time necessary to really learn about you and your concerns, about your family and their needs, and about your financial situation. We w...

Our firm’s founder, Shane Kersh is a seasoned family law attorney with local roots to the community of Pearland and Brazoria County. Each member of our family law team at Kersh Law Firm is dedicated to carrying out the firm’s mission and upholding the firm’s reputation for excellence in the practice of family law. While a divorce decree marks the e...

  If you are going through a divorce or you are considering ending your marriage, you can benefit from having someone on your side who understands the legal issues involved as well as the emotional ones. Our firm provides guidance regarding these issues. At the offices of Shane Kersh, Attorney at Law, we understand the painful and sensitive na...

As family law practice, we handle, all aspects of divorce and family law throughout the Greater Houston Area, Pearland, Lake Jackson, Fort Bend County and Brazoria County.  We have family law offices conveniently located in Houston, Pearland and Lake Jackson.  Our Texas divorce practice addresses the various issues that must be determined...

A prenuptial agreement is referred to as a premarital agreement. The Texas Family Code defines this as an agreement between prospective spouses made in contemplation of marriage and to be effective on marriage. The premarital agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties. For example, a premarital agreement may include the parties right t...

Kersh Family Law Firm primarily serve Pearland and Houston, Texas, as well as communities in Brazoria and Harris Counties.  Dividing marital property is part of divorce wether you are in Pearland or Houston. Dividing assets is a part of a divorce decree or annulment. The court order will divide the estate, real and personal property, and commu...

Texas has specific regulations regarding child support whether you live in Pearland or Houston, Texas.  Even with child support regulations clearly stated in the Texas Family Code there are many parents that may not understand their parental rights or financial obligations.  Shane has family law offices in both Pearland and Houston Texas....

 In Texas child custody cases, a parent can be appointed sole managing conservator or joint managing conservator of the child. Each has rights and duties concerning the best interest of the child. As stated in the Texas Family Code:If both parents are appointed as conservators of the child, the court shall specify the rights and duties of...

The child’s physical and emotional well-being is the most important consideration when looking at termination of parental rights. Some children at put in dangerous situations, some children are surrounded by adults with a pattern of drug use, and some children have parents who don’t have the mental capacity to care for them. There are many grounds ...

Domestic violence in Texas or anywhere is a serious matter in regards to personal safety, criminal matters and emotional abuse.  Shane and our team at Kersh Law Firm takes domestic violence matters very seriously and is prepared to vigorously represent our clients.  It is important to have a clear understanding of what falls into the cate...

A court with continuing, exclusive jurisdiction may modify an order that provides for the conservatorship, support, or possession of and access to a child. To get a modification started in the State of Texas, your attorney will file a Citation and Petition to Modify Parent-Child Relationship with the court in the county where the lawsuit has jurisd...

You obviously didn't plan on divorce when you stood at the altar and took your marriage vows,  but your life and marriage has changed and it is time for you and your spouse to move on. Most Likely you have accumulated joint assets and started a family.   Your first priority needs to be protecting all of this throughout the dissolutio...

Even the most agreeable divorce includes stress, disruption, and change. Kersh Law Firm family law staff strives to help you identify key issues and discoverable information related to assets and rights, and determine the most optimal pathway through your specific divorce. We handle your divorce with skill and compassion and with the appropriate at...