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Adulting, a Texas Young Lawyers Association Guide

Marriage, Divorce, and Children

Now that you’re 18, you can get married without parental consent. Marriage is a legal contract that can impact assets, property rights, and even the custody arrangement of your children.

Military Service

The decision to serve the United States as a member of the Armed Forces is an honorable decision, but not one that should be made lightly and without being aware of the financial and legal considerations that serving in the

Voting

Welcome to adulthood! You’re 18, which means you can vote in all local, state, and national elections. But, you can’t just show up to your nearest polling place. There are a few things you must remember first.

Jury Service

By performing this important civic duty, jurors help ensure fairness and excellence in the administration of justice by federal and state courts.

Housing

As a young adult, you might live away from your guardians’ home for the first time. Whether you are renting an apartment or buying your first house, finding a place can be exciting, but also presents several potential legal issues

Employment Law

By the time you turn 18, you may already have a job. Until this point, you were protected by various child labor laws, but these no longer apply once you become an adult. That doesn’t mean, however, that you have