Category Archives: Divorce
I Think My Ex Is Hiding Assets: What Can I Do?
What you can do depends on where you are in the divorce process and whether you complete your divorce through mediation or litigation. During a divorce, your lawyer can use subpoenas to compel your ex to produce complete financial records. If he or she will not, the divorce court can hold him or her in… Read More »
Facing Divorce? Pros and Cons of Mediation
Mediated and litigated, “traditional” divorce lead to the same place: you end up separated from your spouse, you divide your assets, and you reach some sort of custody agreement for your children, if you have any. So what difference does it make if you get there through mediation or a litigated divorce? In mediation, you… Read More »
Changes Affecting Spousal Support in Texas
Spousal support is often a highly contentious element of divorce. Many people are under the mistaken impression that spousal support is extremely difficult to obtain in the Lone Star State. Recent changes to the Texas Family Code make it easier to obtain spousal support provided that the spouse who seeks maintenance meets certain conditions. The… Read More »
Texas Fault and No-Fault Grounds for Divorce
To obtain a divorce in Texas, the parties must meet a number of requirements such as residency of six months by one party in the state, and 90 days in the county where the divorce is filed. The parties must follow the proper procedural path and must file all papers in a timely fashion. One… Read More »
What Our Family Lawyers Can Do For You
Divorce, separation, child custody and other marriage and family issues require skilled legal representation. Whether you have an issue such as a difficult divorce, a bitter custody dispute, or an adoption, your best bet is to seek out the services of a law firm that handles family law on a daily basis. Even the most… Read More »
Filing for Divorce: Step by Step
Getting a divorce is never easy, even if you and your spouse are on amicable terms. Ending a relationship is always stressful and disruptive. Each state has its own set of laws and requirements for divorce, and the process can sometimes feel complicated and exhausting. Fortunately, Texas is one of the easier states to go… Read More »
Do I Really Need a Divorce Attorney?
If you and your spouse have recently decided to get a divorce, you may be wondering if you should hire a divorce attorney. Of course, everyone can legally go through a divorce on their own. But before choosing to do, so it is important to understand what exactly a divorce attorney can do for you…. Read More »
What is Alimony?
So you’re getting a divorce and wondering about alimony. Will you have to pay or will your spouse? For how long will these payments be made? And for how much? Not all of these questions can be easily answered, but there are some facts about alimony that can help you wrap your head around what… Read More »
How Can I Protect Myself During a Divorce?
Making the decision to get a divorce or having it suddenly sprung on you by your spouse can be devastating. But even though it is a traumatic time, it is important not to completely succumb to your emotions. Be sure to protect yourself throughout the divorce process so that you are not taken advantage of… Read More »
What Are the Grounds for Divorce in Texas?
The first step to getting a divorce in Texas is filing the Petition for Divorce and declaring the appropriate grounds, or reason, for which the divorce is being sought. There are multiple grounds for getting a divorce in Texas, but remember, you must be able to prove to the court that this is indeed the… Read More »