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7 Common Divorce Mistakes to Avoid in Texas
Divorce in Texas can get financially and emotionally costly if you make common mistakes like hiding assets, overlooking retirement accounts, or letting emotions guide decisions. There are some common divorce mistakes to avoid that will save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. Whether you are just beginning the process or…
Pets in a Divorce: What Texas Law Says About Your Furry Family Members
TL;DR: In Texas, pets are considered property. Courts don’t typically offer pet custody or visitation, so it may be best bet to negotiate a pet agreement outside of court. For many couples, pets are more than just animals—they are family. So, when a marriage ends, one of the most emotionally…
Can You Have A Child-Centered Divorce?
If you have children, you essentially already have a child-centered divorce because your child should be the most important part of your divorce process. When considering a child-centered divorce, the focus invariably shifts to addressing the needs of the child, particularly in cases where primary custody is under discussion. Situations…
Can I Date During My Divorce?
One of the often-debated topics involving divorce is dating. It’s a topic laden with various implications, especially when children are involved. Let’s address the elephant in the room: dating during a divorce when children are part of the equation. Here’s the crux—if you’re vying for custody of your children, engaging…
Rules For Using Social Media During the Divorce Process
There are some important considerations for using social media during your divorce process. Social media can have significant implications for your case. While as a rule, I would recommend not using social media during the divorce process, if you just can’t turn it off here are some rules that I…
How Do I Communicate Proficiently with My Divorce Attorney?
Effective communication with your divorce attorney is crucial to ensure a smooth and successful legal process. When discussing how you want your attorney to communicate with you and what kind of information they should provide, consider the following points: Effective communication and a strong attorney-client relationship are vital during divorce…
Reimbursement of Assets at Divorce for Funds Spent from an Inheritance
Texas Legislature Passed New Law That Will Change How Inherited Assets Are Treated in a Divorce Originally posted June 1, 2023. Updated June 28, 2023. The law was passed by the legislature and signed into law. It takes effect September 1, 2023. Over the years, many clients have asked me…
Spousal Maintenance and Alimony in Texas Family Law
Many people believe that, with the passage of the Texas Spousal Maintenance statute in 1995, we now have alimony in Texas. That is not the case. Spousal Maintenance is not “alimony” in the traditional sense and that is why it is not called alimony in Texas Family Law. We do have contractual alimony…
Required Disclosures in Texas Family Law
Texas Legislative Updates that affect Texas Family Law In the 2020 Session, the Texas Legislature passed a law that required all parties in suits filed after January 1, 2021, to provide certain information and documents to the other parties regardless of whether a party formally requested that information. That law…
Child Custody Modification Under Texas Family Law
Why you may want to file for a Child Custody Modification In the legal world, “child custody modification” can mean a number of different things. It might mean that you want to change the rights and duties that each parent has, according to a previous order. It can also mean that…
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