Every divorce is different, but there are some themes that many have in common. Family, money and emotions all tend to weigh heavily in the balance. Successfully navigating this complex legal process often means facing these highly personal issues with patience, logic...
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Marriages and divorces declining in Texas
Across the United States, fewer people are getting married. However, more of the people who marry are staying married. This trend holds in Texas, according to a recent study. Texas marriage and divorce rates About 50% of Texans marry and 10% divorce. Close to 33% of...
Smooth the way to property division with some advance planning
If you and your spouse are facing divorce, the idea of having to go through property division may feel overwhelming. However, if you plan ahead and organize your finances, the property division phase of your divorce will no longer seem so intimidating. Financial...
Writing an effective parenting plan after a military divorce
Divorce is rarely ever easy, and acclimating to life afterward can be just as challenging. If you are a parent coming from a marriage in which at least one spouse is an active military member, there might be a particular amount of uncertainty surrounding the formation...
What do you do if your non-custodial ex does not pick up your kids?
Picking up children is an important aspect of being a non-custodial parent. If your ex is not complying with the terms in your divorce, that could cause problems in everybody's schedule. Legal action is often not the first remedy in these types of cases. This article...
Know your rights as a military spouse facing divorce
There are unique circumstances attached to a military divorce and laws that protect the rights of the military spouse. The Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act (USFSPA) is an important guide that explains what a divorcing military spouse can expect in terms...
Will the court approve modifying your child custody agreement?
A new job offer means moving across the state with your young son and the resulting modification of your child custody agreement. The court always considers the best interests of the child when a major change will affect a child custody agreement. Can you expect the...
Can nesting work for your kids after divorce?
Co-parenting children after divorce is a new and sometimes tricky process. Since you likely got divorced because you and your spouse did not see eye-to-eye, agreeing to cooperate afterward may feel like a recipe for disaster. Nesting is a different way for parents to...
Can financial infidelity lead to divorce?
When you married your spouse, you expected to share everything. You also thought your spouse would be honest with you about money matters. Unfortunately, though, too many individuals hide assets or debts from their spouses. Financial infidelity happens when spouses...
What makes the divorce process different for military members ?
Every divorce has unique circumstances and can become more complex depending on a number of circumstances. When one or both spouses are members of the military, the process may require more patience and consideration. Residency requirements The nature of military...
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