There is no way to predict which marriages will last a lifetime and which will not. But once a couple decides to go their separate ways, numerous important issues must be resolved, especially concerning finances. Texas is a community property state, which means the...
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Gray divorce often includes these 3 issues
While the realization that your marriage was facing irreconcilable issues may have caught you off guard, you were also undoubtedly determined to cope with your circumstances in a practical, healthy manner so you could do what you needed to do and move on in life....
What should divorce prep look like?
While there are guidelines in Texas regarding child custody, alimony and other family law issues, ending a marriage in court never looks the exactly the same. What works for one individual may not necessarily be applicable to another divorce proceeding. However, there...
Child custody tips for non-custodial parents
Texas parents often worry about their children, especially if a life-changing event occurs that disrupts their normal routine, such as divorce. When a parent signs a child custody agreement, he or she has the kids’ best interests in mind. It can be challenging to be a...
Who gets spousal support in a Texas divorce?
Divorce will bring financial changes to both parties, but the economic impacts can be especially significant for the lesser-earning spouse. Typically, the lesser-earning or financially dependent spouse may be eligible to receive financial support from the other...
Establishing paternity and securing custody rights
Texas fathers have the right to maintain a strong relationship with their children. This does not change after a divorce, and it applies to unmarried fathers as well. A dad who was not married to the mother at the time of the child’s birth may find it necessary to...
Moving with children after divorce: Is it possible?
The changes one will experience because of a divorce won’t change simply because the process is final. For many Texas parents, taking steps to move forward may include finding a new job, new home and even a new location. However, moving too far away after a divorce...
Child custody: Court grants Amber Portwood restraining order
Divorce often raises concerns about the well-being of children in a particular set of circumstances. However, not every Texas child custody case involves parents who were once married to each other. There are many cases where the parents of a child had a dating...
Tax issues regarding child custody in Texas
In Texas and elsewhere, divorce is no walk in the park. When the spouses involved are also parents, achieving a fair settlement may be even more challenging because of child custody issues. One of numerous important matters that parents must resolve, for instance, is...
Keep co-parent stress at bay after divorce
No one starts out in marriage already expecting that the relationship is not going to last. In fact, most people believe that their wedding day is the first day of a lifetime relationship. Any number of issues may arise during marriage, however, that prompt a spouse...