Divorce in Texas

With an inheritance comes mixed emotions. You miss the person who has passed, but appreciate that they remembered you in their will.  If you were the designated beneficiary, are you required to share that money with your spouse? What happens if you divorce? Will the...

To pursue a divorce, all a spouse needs to show is that there are irreconcilable differences in the marriage. There is no need for either spouse to lay the blame on the other.  Nonetheless, irreconcilable differences is a term that can include many different aspects....

Child support orders in Texas are meant to provide financial stability for children, but life circumstances can change over time. If your situation has significantly shifted since the original child support order was established, you may be eligible to request a...

In many cases, a home counts as a marital asset. For instance, perhaps you and your spouse got married 10 years ago. You lived in an apartment for the first year, and then you purchased a house. Some people do buy homes prior to getting married, of course, but it’s...

Couples who get divorced over money sometimes cite disagreements. Maybe one person was committing financial infidelity and not being honest about their spending habits. Or perhaps the couple doesn’t have enough money to make ends meet and they don’t see any solution...

One common piece of advice during divorce is that you want to close your financial accounts, such as a shared bank account. There are two sides to this. The first is that you and your spouse will be dividing your finances. You likely need a personal bank account for...

Many people delay getting legal assistance during divorce for various reasons. Some may feel confident handling the process independently, while others adopt a wait-and-see approach, hoping for a smooth resolution. They often only consider seeking legal assistance...

There was a time when fault was very important in divorce cases. One person had to accuse the other of doing something to cause the divorce, and the court would then rule on whether or not the divorce was allowed. Someone who didn’t have a good enough reason for the...

Relationships are often put to the test, and whether one should stay in a dysfunctional marriage for the sake of the children is a poignant and complex issue. The truth is that dysfunctional marriages can have profound effects on the emotional well-being of children....

Most people dread having a divorce conversation with their children. But approaching the discussion from a strategic angle can make it more manageable. One of the aspects to be strategic about is when to bring up the issue. When should you tell your kids you are...