Taking the time to prepare for any major life event is an important way to protect your interests, and this is especially true of divorce. By carefully collecting important documents and having frank conversations about the things that matter most to you, you can lay the groundwork for a strong
Pets are a key part of many families. They may have comforted you in stressful times, or they may be your child’s best friend. What happens, then, when divorce changes your family? Who will move forward with ownership of your family pet? How does Texas law address pets? While you
The lack of trust led to the disintegration of your marriage. That mistrust lied dormant within your union for many years. However, you could not ignore it when you were together and even tried to overcome it through marital counseling sessions. Now, you especially cannot ignore the mistrust of your
No matter the stage of your career—whether you are planning for advancement or you are working toward retirement—your retirement savings is one of your most valuable investments. What happens to the investment you have made in your 401(k) if your marriage ends in divorce? Is your 401(k) separate or community
The end of your marriage can have a significant impact on your finances. If your loved one left you a significant inheritance when they passed away, your divorce can lead you to question what will happen to those funds. Will you keep your inheritance after divorce, or will your spouse
Every child changes significantly as they grow, and those changes often mean that a young child has very different needs from a teenager. As a result, the age of your child and their stage of development could change the way that the court approaches your custody arrangement. How might your
If you are facing the end of your marriage, you may hear many different things about divorce from the people around you. However, these messages may not necessarily be true. What common myths and misconceptions might you hear about Texas divorces? Misconception 1: Property will be divided 50/50 between me
Technology is an increasingly important part of the lives of many children. This is especially true over the past year, as children may have taken classes remotely and connected with their friends and family largely through digital communication. However, technology can also be a significant source of conflict for co-parents,
For many couples, real estate holdings are some of the most valuable assets owned. Valuing and dividing real estate in a divorce can be a complicated process. Especially if you gain a portion of your income from commercial real estate investments, your future financial health may depend on proper assessment
Child support is incredibly important to the raising of a healthy and well-adjusted child. However, each parent’s lives will change over the time. The time may come where the parent paying child support in Houston either experiences a decrease in income or an increase in income. In such situations, it
