Our BlogsSame-Sex Couples in Texas: What Should You Consider?August 27, 2024The 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… Read More 2023 Legislative UpdateSeptember 20, 2023On 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… Read More Sam M. “Trey” Yates III named 2023 Super Lawyers HonoreeSeptember 19, 2023PRESS RELEASE Trey Yates, principal at The Law Office of Sam M. (Trey) Yates, III, has been selected to the 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list in the Family Law practice… Read More Think Before You SpyMay 1, 2023In the field of family law, emotions often cause rash decision-making. Spouses often suspect their partner of cheating and feel the need to investigate. The Texas Family Code provides injured… Read More Understanding Birdnesting Divorce: Our House in the Middle of DivorceMay 1, 2023by 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… Read More Sam M. “Trey” Yates III named 2022 Super Lawyers HonoreeOctober 10, 2022PRESS RELEASE Trey Yates, principal at The Law Office of Sam M. (Trey) Yates, III, has been selected to the 2022 Texas Super Lawyers list in the Family Law practice… Read More Sam M. Yates III named to 2023 Best Lawyers® listAugust 8, 2022PRESS RELEASE Houston, Texas, August 18, 2022 Trey Yates, principal at The Law Office of Sam M. (Trey) Yates, III, was recently selected by his peers to the 29th Edition… Read More Sam M. “Trey” Yates III named 2021 Super Lawyers HonoreeSeptember 22, 2021PRESS RELEASE Trey Yates, principal at The Law Office of Sam M. (Trey) Yates, III, has been selected to the 2021 Texas Super Lawyers list in the Family Law practice… Read More Sam M. Yates III named to 2022 Best Lawyers® listAugust 19, 2021PRESS RELEASE 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… Read More Is Your Estate Plan Up to Date?January 13, 2021by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III An effective estate plan should be designed to do two things in the event of your death or temporary or permanent… Read More Legal Term of the Month: CustodyJanuary 13, 2021by Houston Divorce Attorney Sam M. “Trey” Yates, III Custody refers to the legal arrangements that dictate whom a child will live with and who will make major life decisions… Read More Temporary Orders During Divorce Protect Both SpousesJanuary 11, 2021by 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… Read More Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 … Page 6 Next Get In Touch A law firm committed to assisting all families during their time of legal transition Schedule a Consultation