Navigating the complexities of divorce can be emotionally challenging. This is especially true when it comes to dividing assets and property. Texas uses the community property system when it comes to divorce. Understanding these standards may help divorcing couples...
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Mentally preparing for property division
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process. This is especially true when it comes to dividing property and assets. Preparing for property division requires a clear understanding of the process and a proactive mindset. Reviewing laws and gathering documents...
Understanding the phenomenon of gray divorce
The term "gray divorce" refers to the growing trend of couples deciding to end their marriages later in life, typically after the age of 50. According to AARP, this phenomenon tripled from 1990 to 2021, reflecting broader societal changes and shifting attitudes toward...
Child custody and emotional challenges in divorce
Divorce is not just a legal process but also an emotional one. It is normal to experience a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, confusion and fear during divorce. This is especially true when a dispute over child custody arises. Managing these emotional...
What happens to your personal collections during a divorce?
Divorce can impact many areas of your life, including the fate of your personal collections. Whether you collect classic cars, first edition books or rare coins, hanging onto cherished and valuable possessions is something you will need to think about. Understanding...
3 things you can do if your spouse is hiding assets
Going through a divorce raises a variety of financial challenges. You may have suspicions that your spouse is attempting to hide assets so they do not have to be divided in the settlement. While this may seem unfair, there are steps you can take to uncover the truth....
What is the Access Visitation program?
Co-parenting is not always an easy task. However, sharing parenting time and ensuring adherence to court orders is mandatory. To assist parents in Texas, the Attorney General's office created the Access & Visitation program. This program seeks to facilitate...
What happens to your business in a Texas divorce?
Divorce often introduces complexities when you own a business. Different factors come into play if the business has shared ownership or is in one spouse's name. You might wonder if your spouse can force a sale. Navigating business ownership during divorce demands...
5 reasons you may deserve alimony
According to Forbes, the United States recorded 689,308 divorces in 2021. In some cases, the court orders one spouse to pay the other a certain amount of money each month as a means of financial support. Not every divorcee qualifies for alimony. Understanding the...
What rights do parents have in Texas?
The Anne E. Casey Foundation reported over 7.4 million children lived in Texas in 2022. Each of these children has parents who have certain rights. Texas law recognizes and outlines these. Parents need to understand the legal protection they have to parent their...