Divorce

Ending a marriage is never straightforward or completely painless. Wrapping up a life together that may have endured many crises and celebrations, plus milestones such as the birth of children, switching jobs, moving from one home to another and scores of other...

When a couple divorces in Texas, the court may award alimony (also known as spousal maintenance) to the financially disadvantaged party. Depending on the purpose, alimony can be paid as a lump sum or over a period of time.  While the court may direct you to pay...

When you have a narcissistic spouse, there isn’t anything you’re going to do that will make them change who they are. They like to be in control, and they like to be right. Unfortunately, that kind of attitude can be a huge problem during a divorce. Your spouse may...

The first working Monday of January has long been nicknamed “Divorce Day” among family law attorneys because of the number of people who find their way into law offices ready to file. The vast majority of new filers are couples who were just waiting until the holiday...

Divorce is challenging and, for some couples, messy. These proceedings can be full of conflict and “he said, she said” accusations.  For some, speeding up a divorce and getting it over with is a top priority. While there is an option that may help you do this, if you...

In Texas, you share your belongings with your spouse as community property. When you divorce, each of you should receive your share of your marital assets. From the equity in your home to the money in your savings account, you will share almost everything that you...

Thousands of people file for divorce in Texas every year. While there are countless reasons you may be ready to file for divorce, it’s important to understand the process.  One of the most common questions divorcing couples have is – how long will it take? It can be a...

You do not need to know all the legal terminology when you divorce. You can hire help for that. Yet understanding some of the basic terms gives you a good head start. Property division can be of the most contentious issues in a divorce. It can also be one of the most...

Gender equality has received increased attention over recent years. Many women turn to divorce to assert their independence and escape situations where they feel their male spouse has an unfair advantage. While things have moved on considerably from times when most...

As you may know, divorce for those over the age of 50 is on the rise across the nation, including here in Texas. At one time in the past, most older people stayed together despite their marital discontent. However, more and more Americans are unwilling to compromise...