AI Magazine Issue 8 2018

Acquisition International - Issue 8 2018 17 ever-evolving society. For instance, in Texas, gender cannot be considered when determining custody and who will be named the primary parent. Possession and access schedules with the children have been expanded providing both parents with more quality time with the children.” Like most professional industries, the legal sector is seeing the growing influence of technology in day-to-day processes, “I think it will be interesting to see how the laws of each state try and keep up with technology. Technology has changed the game for many different sectors, family law being one of them. Social media has affected premarital agreements, hearings, trials and judge’s rulings. For instance, in Texas, we now file all motions and pleadings electronically. Many offices are going completely paperless. Evidence in Court is often obtained online from individuals who think they can remain anonymous.” Finally, regarding the future of Verner Brumley, Jim is planning to do more of the same, recognising that the goals that the firm set from the very beginning will continue to serve them well into the future; “I hope to continue to grow my practice and continue to help people throughout the state of Texas.” Dedicated to Protecting What Matters Most