Modifications

It is incredibly important that you take time and care when creating your divorce settlement. You need to make sure that you agree with everything. It is a huge mistake to try to rush through it simply to get things over with. Some things you may be able to fix in the...

When parents divorce, the judge may order one of them to pay child support to the other to assist with payments related to the child's needs. This order generally stays in effect until the child turns 18 unless one of the parents requests a support modification. A...

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...

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,...

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...

Arranging custody with your spouse may create one of the biggest obstacles of your divorce in Texas. With so many moving pieces and parts that affect every person in the family, finding a functional arrangement will undoubtedly take time and flexibility. If you desire...

When there is an order of child support in Texas, it is based on statewide guidelines. People are expected to make the payments on time and in full. Still, there can be unexpected challenges that make it difficult to keep up with the payments. This can occur through...

The need for a modification following divorce is not uncommon which is why former spouses should know how to seek a modification when needed. Post-divorce modifications may be available for child support, child custody and other aspects of a divorce settlement...

Following the marital dissolution process in Texas, you may feel relieved to move on with your life. However, you and your ex-spouse may experience various life changes that will cause you to revisit your divorce decree. In such situations, you can pursue decree...