Once a Texas child support order takes effect, you have an obligation to pay the full amount ordered unless you secure a court order dictating otherwise. In some circumstances, you may have an opportunity to have your child support order undergo review. If certain...
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Parallel parenting after a high conflict divorce
Children who have both parents actively involved in their lives often feel safer and more secure than those who do not. However, if you went through a Texas divorce and now have an ex you cannot even be in the same room with, co-parenting may not be a feasible option...
Military spouses: green card and naturalization provisions
Immigration and the legal aspects surrounding it may involve a large investment of time and effort. Even after the initial process of actually coming to a new nation is over, there still exist other things you need to consider to continue to fulfill the requirements...
A court order could end your maintenance obligation
If your former spouse is in a new relationship, you may have cause to celebrate. While this type of event can cause some emotional upset, it could also result in an end to your spousal maintenance obligation. According to the Texas Family Code Section 8.001,...
Can parental alienation harm your child?
When going through a divorce, you want to do everything in your power to protect your child. Unfortunately, sometimes a parent's actions or words may actually do them more harm than good. This often happens in cases of parental alienation. Regardless of a parent's...
Is there an easy way to tell your kid about divorce?
After deciding that a divorce is the right option for you, it may feel like a weight off your shoulders. At the same time, new hurdles and burdens will also appear. For example, you now have to tackle telling your child about the divorce. Is there a right way to do...
In which state should I file in a military divorce?
If you are considering filing for a divorce and your spouse is a military member, you may have some questions regarding jurisdiction. This is especially true if you live in one state and the military stations your spouse in another. You may be able to choose which...
What happens when child custody and substance abuse intersect?
While divorce proves complicated enough on its own, a marital split in which a parent has an addiction adds unique complexities. How should divorcing parents in this situation handle child custody? Vertava Health offers insights on what divorcing parents should expect...
3 FAQs about how Texas law divides property after divorce
Dividing assets is one of the most complex aspects of divorce, both emotionally and logistically. From personal property to savings and investments, state law determines how to distribute shared assets if spouses cannot come to an agreement on their own. Texas is a...
What should you do if you cannot afford child support?
At first, you had little trouble making child support payments when you and your ex-spouse first divorced. Now, you struggle to make your payments and meet all your other financial obligations. What should you do? National Family Solutions offers options that you may...
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