On television, divorces are almost always knock-down, drag-out battles between each spouse. In reality, though, the end of your marriage does not have to be such a brutal fight. If you and your spouse agree to mediation, you may spend little time in open court. With...
When a Texas court must decide how to handle custody during a divorce, it looks at what is in the best interest of the child. This legal standard is common across custody cases in the United States. What do courts look at to determine what is best for children of...
Texas follows the community property standard when dividing property in a divorce which means that all property acquired during the marriage belongs to both spouses equally. Under the Texas Family Code, “separate” property, the property owned before your marriage, is...
For women, especially, later-in-life divorce is a process that comes with financial consequences that must be carefully managed. Homeownership, tax considerations and investment decisions are areas of concern that mediation can address without the need for court...
While fewer Americans are divorcing than in past decades, the experience remains common in the U.S. The American Psychological Association reports that 40% to 50% of couples nationwide ultimately go their separate ways. When facing divorce, determining who gets...
Parents would do anything for their children. The moment you welcome them into the world, your child becomes one of the most important things in your life. If you and your spouse decide to end your marriage, one of your biggest worries is likely how a divorce could...
When you and your spouse decided that your household only needed one paycheck, you took over the role of stay-at-home parent. At the time, it made sense to save on day care, and you got to watch your children grow. But now, as the two of you prepare for divorce, how...
If you are ending your marriage, you are likely facing issues including property division, child custody and support (both child support and alimony). In most cases, you and your spouse will have areas of agreement and areas of contention. Many counties in Texas...
