Divorce

When a couple is getting divorced in Texas, there are two different types that are available: contested and uncontested. There are distinct differences between the two and it will be for the petitioning party, or both parties in some cases, to decide on which route...

Did you know that most people underestimate the financial impact of ending a marriage? Unfortunately, this means many spouses are ill-prepared to live on a single income during and after divorce. Since Texas is a community property state, you must be extra cautious...

Prioritizing self-care during divorce is crucial to maintain your overall well-being and navigating the challenges of the process more effectively.  It can be difficult to find the time – let alone the money – to engage in sufficient self-care at this time. Yet, you...

The American media speaks of alimony reform often, leaving some to believe that spousal support is a 20th-century relic. Although many states have adopted new alimony laws in recent decades, all states still offer spousal support in some form. Texas is known for its...

Besides taking an emotional toll on the children, a divorce can get messy as some spouses try to hide their assets to protect them during the asset division process. This case is especially prevalent in high-net-worth divorces.  But how will you know that your spouse...

Maybe you’ve already been warned about the dangers of using social media while your divorce is proceeding, but the idea of shutting down your accounts from now until some unspecified future date is out of the question. How do you post and still protect yourself from...

When you file for divorce, you have a lot to think about. For example, you must consider property division, plan for your financial future and more. However, you should not lose sight of your children.  Divorce affects all children differently; however, it is usually...

Over the last year, you’ve gotten used to having a lot of conflict in your relationship. It seems like you and/or your spouse are always picking fights. Maybe little things that you used to work out together are suddenly causing arguments. However, there comes a day...

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...

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...