Divorcing a narcissist is an extremely difficult situation, especially if you and your spouse have children together. As much as it can be beneficial to end a difficult marriage, navigating through the emotional turmoil and legal complexities can be incredibly...
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Does community property law mean a 50/50 split in a divorce?
One of the rules that set Texas's family law procedures apart from other states is its community property statute. Couples dividing their property often rely on a judge to interpret state law and divide their belongings and debts. The majority of states now use the...
How to talk to your child about divorce
You and your spouse may have recently considered getting a divorce – a mutual decision for the better of your future. While talking to your spouse, you each realized you would have to talk to your child about what is happening. You don’t want to upset your child, so...
2 property division issues that arise for divorcing professionals
Professionals with highly-compensated positions tend to make better wages and have more complicated employment arrangements than those in less-skilled and lower-compensated roles. They may have benefits packages that include insurance benefits and paid time off. Their...
Can you ask for shared custody of your pet in a Texas divorce?
For married couples without children, pets may be an important part of the family. In fact, even if you have children, you may have a very meaningful bond with a companion animal like a cat or a dog. Just as concern for children can keep parents trapped in an...
What happens to your credit cards in a Texas divorce?
Combining your finances when you get married will inevitably lead to challenges when you file for divorce. Obviously, you and your ex will have to split your property with one another, and you will likely disagree about who gets to keep certain property. Another...
Children may feel grief during divorce
Divorce is a fact of life for many families around the world. It affects everyone differently, so you must be sure that you’re paying close attention to how it’s impacting the children. In some cases, they may grieve the loss of the family structure they were...
Do your divorce odds go up as you get older?
You may assume that the odds of divorce are going to go down as you get older. Essentially, you figure that most people get married, realize they've made a mistake and then quickly decide to file for divorce. If you've been together for decades, doesn't that mean that...
Can your spouse take part of your business in a divorce?
Building up a successful business can take years. So the last thing you want to do is give part of it away after a short-lived marriage. What does Texas law say about it? Texas divides things into community property, which you must divide equitably, and separate...
3 reasons divorce could be a positive thing
People often look at divorce as a negative thing that they have to deal with. But it doesn't have to be that way. Divorce can certainly be a positive part of your life. The first reason, of course, is that you're leaving a relationship where you're unhappy. Perhaps...