On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Jun 18, 2020 | Divorce
Collaborative divorce becomes a viable option for you and your spouse if you wish to avoid open-court conflict, but still want attorneys in your respective corners to protect your rights. In addition, collaboration offers you and your spouse the opportunity to make...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Jun 5, 2020 | Divorce
Texas is one of the few states that use community property laws when dividing assets in a divorce. The focus of this standard is that a couple owns all property obtained during the marriage equally. However, the Texas Constitution and Statutes state any property you...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Jun 1, 2020 | Divorce
Previous posts on this blog detailed the fact that your 401(k) ranks among your marital assets, making it subject to property division. Yet while your divorce certainly impacts your retirement plans (as the person you planned to spend your retirement years with is no...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | May 30, 2020 | Divorce
Alimony is a common component of divorce cases. Each state has different laws regarding alimony payments, however, and different criteria that you must meet to qualify for spousal support. We understand how the law works regarding alimony payments in Texas and have...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | May 18, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce has earned a reputation for being combative and often hostile, but in actuality, ending a marriage doesn’t always mean an all-out war with your ex. Today, more and more people are looking to alternative dispute resolution such as mediation to settle their...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Jan 20, 2020 | Divorce
While couples do not necessarily plan to breakup in Texas or anywhere else in the country, things happen, situations change, and divorces occur. This is one reason that both partners in a marriage may want to understand the family’s complete financial condition....
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Jan 6, 2020 | Divorce
The holiday period is a time of family gatherings and a source of joy for children, which is why couples in Texas and around the country with unhappy marriages often wait until January to file for divorce. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers reports that...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Dec 26, 2019 | Divorce
Texas residents who are considering a divorce should be fully aware of its financial implications. Since many are saving for retirement, they may wonder what will happen to their 401(k) or other retirement accounts. While each situation is different, there are a few...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Nov 25, 2019 | Divorce
Social media activity has been known to result in complications when Texas couples get divorced. One spouse may attempt to use their ex’s posts or photos against them to get custody, spousal support or additional property. However, when used responsibly, social...
On behalf of The Harris Law Firm | Oct 29, 2019 | Divorce
When business owners in Texas get divorced, they may be putting the future of their companies at risk. This is because a spouse may obtain a portion of the company or its assets as part of a final divorce settlement. If a company has multiple owners, everyone’s...
