The path towards same-sex equality reached a monumental peak in 2015 when the landmark United States Supreme Court case, Obergefell v. Hodges, legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. While the Obergefell decision provided many same-sex couples with long-awaited marital rights and protections,…
On September 1, 2023, several bills enacted during the 2023 Legislative Session of the Texas Legislature came into effect. The Texas Legislature took a close look at multiple areas of Texas Family Law practice and implemented changes affecting family…
In the field of family law, emotions often cause rash decision-making. Spouses suspect their partner of cheating and feel the need to investigate. The Texas Family Code provides injured clients with courses of action against their cheating spouse. Though…
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III Children need a home, a familiar place to bring them comfort and safety in times of youthful stress. Home is singular and conjures up a unique image in each person’s mind.…
PRESS RELEASE Sam M. Yates III named to 2022 Best Lawyers® list Houston, Texas, August 19, 2021 Trey Yates, principal at The Law Office of Sam M. (Trey) Yates, III, was recently selected by his peers to the 28th Edition…
Custody refers to the legal arrangements that dictate whom a child will live with and who will make major life decisions on behalf of the child. Legal and physical custody arrangements significantly impact a child's life, influencing their overall well-being…
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III For many facing divorce, a common concern is the disruption of financial security during the divorce process. This issue can be especially frightening and overwhelming when a stay-at-home parent, a financially…
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III COVID-19 may have brought a strange holiday season this year, but now that it is over, we know we do not need to worry about annual family gatherings for another year.…
by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III Going through a relationship break-up is emotionally difficult for most people. However, this experience can trigger unusual behavior in a few former partners and spouses who act out in bizarre and…
by Trey Yates While litigation is still an option for divorcing couples, many are turning to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) options to save money, save time and more effectively control the outcome. Through ADR methods such as mediation, arbitration or…
