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In the Lone Star State, when a married couple decides to part ways, a law says that there should be a "just and right" division of their assets and responsibilities. The common misconception is that this results in the estate being separated equally, but what is fair...
If you live in Texas and want to separate from your spouse, you might face difficulties because the state does not permit formal legal separation for married couples. Fortunately, there are alternative routes that couples can take to live separately without divorcing....
Family law cases are among the most complex and emotionally charged legal matters, with many important issues at stake, such as property division, child custody and spousal support. Whether you are going through a divorce or facing any other family law issue, having...
Initiating a divorce often means that you subject yourself to a series of stressful and potentially contentious events. Divorce proceedings can be mentally, emotionally and physically draining, so it stands to reason that you might wonder just how long the whole...
Even harmonious marriages sometimes collapse. When wedded bliss becomes a nightmare, splitting up is usually a wise decision for all. This is especially true when there are children in the mix. Family courts bear the responsibility of identifying what circumstances...
When you decide that divorce is the healthiest option for your future, there is a lot to unravel from your marriage. Even if your marriage was brief, anything you purchased or built in that time is marital property that Texas splits according to community property...
When you plan to retire in Texas and are in a marriage, you likely plan on having your spouse there to help support you once you no longer bring in employment income. Yet, if your marriage ends in divorce, you may worry about whether your retirement income is going to...
When you and your spouse got married, you may have never pictured getting divorced. But for many couples in the U.S., this becomes a reality. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 630,505 couples in the U.S. either divorced or annulled their...
When a couple wants to divorce and agrees on most terms, taking the case to court may feel like a waste of time and money. In such an instance, it might benefit all parties to instead opt for a collaborative divorce. This option allows for a couple to skip the court...
When choosing how you want to handle your divorce, you should take a careful look at all options available to you. While many people default to litigation because it is what they know, there are numerous other services available. Mediation and collaborative law make...