A lot can change when people divorce, from living situations to financial resources. Often, these changes are inevitable. But not all changes are necessary. For instance, you may or may not want to change your name after divorce. Whether you do this or not depends on...
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Pregnant and divorcing: Tips to help you manage both
Being pregnant can be an overwhelming experience for many women. Beyond the physical toll of pregnancy, like nausea and an expanding belly, there is also a host of emotional changes and concerns that can come with pregnancy. Divorcing during pregnancy can, therefore,...
3 important things to know about a mediated settlement agreement
Resolving family legal matters in mediation can be an effective way to handle issues as peacefully and cooperatively as possible. Through mediation, parties create a mediated settlement agreement (MSA) that details the decisions, and the courts generally enter a...
Managing mental health through a divorce
There are few life experiences more stressful and emotional than a divorce. Between the demands of the legal system and the countless adjustments people make, from moving to sharing child custody, the process can be overwhelming. Because of the toll that ending a...
How do we divide our property in a Texas divorce?
Dividing assets in a divorce can be one of the most complicated steps in the process. Divorcing spouses can clash when it comes to determining who gets what, especially in contentious divorces. Parties can also be confused about the legal process and their rights. To...
Will my ex’s infidelity affect our divorce?
The impact of adultery on marriage is clear, but the impact on divorce may not be so clear. To what if any extent does an ex’s infidelity affect the divorce process? Procedural impact Parties can pursue a no-fault divorce or a fault-based divorce in Texas. Adultery...
What factors can complicate property division in Texas?
People tend to oversimplify divorce, especially when it comes to property division. Texas is a community property state, which means that property acquired during the marriage is presumed to belong to the community, or the couple. Upon divorce, each person is...
Three mistakes to avoid if you are worried about the cost of divorce
Money is a common source of anxiety and disagreement in a marriage. It makes sense, then, that it can be a concern in a divorce, too. Many Texans worry about what will happen to their finances during a divorce, and money can be an especially thorny issue during a...
Protecting yourself in a high-conflict divorce
Many people hope their divorce will be amicable. However, the reality for some people is that the process is anything but peaceful. This can be especially true for people divorcing someone with a high-conflict personality. People who are narcissistic, violent,...
Financial Infidelity Between Spouses
Issues regarding finances are often a common denominator across all divorce cases. Along with custody and child support, division of the marital property is a major component of a divorce case. Each spouse must fully disclose all assets and debts to each other in...