Have you ever heard the phrase, “more money, more problems?” It’s an acknowledgment that the more you have to lose, the harder it can be to protect what’s rightfully yours. This is particularly true when you’re going through a high asset divorce. The more that a...
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Think twice before selling the house in the divorce
For a lot of divorcing couples, the biggest asset they have – and the hardest to settle in the split – is the family home. You basically have three possible options: You can sell and split the proceeds, one spouse can buy out the interest of the other at fair market...
Should you close a joint bank account during a divorce?
If you get a divorce, one piece of advice that people will sometimes give you is to close your bank account. They may tell you that you want to make sure that your spouse doesn’t empty that account and take all of your money, for example. It also may simply be a...
2 mistakes you should avoid when mediating your divorce
Divorce is not always a walk in the park. Emotions can get out of control, circumstances may be difficult and agreeing on crucial issues can feel impossible. Basically, every decision you make during the divorce mediation process can have a lasting impact on everyone...
My ex is withholding visitation. What can I do?
Every child deserves the care, love and protection of both parents regardless of the nature of the relationship. The romance might be out of the way, but you still have a moral and legal duty to care and provide for your child until they are able to be on their own. ...
Deferred compensation and community property rights in a divorce
Dividing your property will likely be a major challenge when you start preparing for divorce. Higher-income couples and those with complex assets tend to have longer, more intense disputes about the distribution of property at the end of a marriage. Disagreements...
1 common divorce mistake people make in the planning stage
Many people find the idea of divorce quite intimidating. They spend months trying to talk themselves out of filing or discussing their concerns with friends, coworkers or family members before finally making a big change. Not knowing what to expect in Texas divorce...
3 benefits that make divorce mediation worth considering
Divorce mediation was once a very unusual solution only employed by a tiny fraction of couples. However, mediation has become an increasingly popular solution for those navigating a Texas divorce. Mediation requires that you bring in a neutral third party with...
Can you leave Texas with the kids after your divorce?
Divorcing when you have children will mean accepting certain limitations on your future. Unless there are serious issues in your family, like a history of domestic violence or severe substance abuse, you and your ex will typically share custody of your children...
What do Texas laws say about relocation with the children?
If you want to move with the children but share custody with your co-parent, you must follow the proper channels. Otherwise, you may face various legal issues, such as being held in contempt of court or parental kidnapping accusations. In Texas, you can agree with...