Divorce comes with a lot of big financial concerns. What will happen to your house? Will ending your marriage affect your retirement plans? What about your furniture and vehicles? Some even delay filing for divorce because of the risk of losing their property or...
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What can temporary orders do before a divorce is finalized?
Divorce can be a lengthy process in Texas, especially if you have children. While many couples considering divorce would love to put the whole process behind them in a single day, such expectations simply aren't realistic. It could take six months, 8 months, or in...
How can I minimize the negative impact of divorce on my children?
Having parents divorce is one of the most difficult experiences for a child to handle at any age. You can love your children with all your heart and still know that a divorce is necessary for your own health and well-being — and that of your family — despite how...
Modifying Texas child custody and support agreements to fit the ‘new normal’
It goes without saying that much has changed about life in America in 2020. Most notably, the global pandemic has affected many aspects of work and family life. This "new normal" has led to unforeseen complications for many parents whose child custody agreements no...
Understanding the changes to Texas’ child support cap
Every six years, Texas revises its guidelines for child support by adjusting the maximum amount that can be considered as the net resources of an obligor. This amount, often referred to as the "cap" for child support, limits a payer's child support obligation to a...
How is property divided in a Texas divorce?
If you're going through a divorce, your financial stability may depend on how the marital estate is divided between you and your spouse. In Texas, marital property is known as community property. Here are some basic things to understand about property division in...
Am I allowed to modify my child support order?
While the divorce process itself can be extremely stressful, there can also be significant challenges in the aftermath. As a parent, you may have agreed to pay child support to ensure your child’s well-being and development. But what if your circumstances have...