If you and your spouse are on the same page about ending your marriage, you may be wondering whether you actually have to set foot in a courtroom. In many cases, you can get through the process with little to no traditional court appearance, but a judge still has to...
When a couple separates in Texas, dividing vehicles often becomes a pressing concern. You may have two cars in the driveway, each under a different name, and wonder which one you get to keep. Texas law treats property obtained throughout a marriage as jointly owned by...
One thing that researchers have found over recent decades is that the gray divorce rate continues to go up. Younger couples have a falling divorce rate, in part because cohabitation is more common than it used to be. But older couples have a rising divorce rate, such...
When a marriage ends in Texas, you may assume divorce is the only legal option. However, Texas law also allows annulment in limited circumstances. While both processes address the end of a marriage, they work in very different ways and carry distinct legal...
Property division can be a complicated process when it comes to divorce. As a general rule, couples need to divide their marital assets. This includes assets that they have purchased together, money they earned during the marriage and things of this nature. For many...
Some spouses can summon the spirit of “conscious uncoupling” when filing for divorce. While that might be the ideal way to accomplish a marital split, other couples get mired down in vitriol and a rash of allegations. The latter are considered to be high-conflict...
Spouses rarely contribute the exact same amounts to their retirement savings efforts. Spouses who earn more often set more aside than those who work in lower-paid positions. Those who expected to fully share retirement savings in their golden years may worry about...
If your spouse refuses to agree to a divorce because of religious beliefs, you may feel stuck. Faith can shape how someone views marriage and separation, and some people believe divorce should never happen. When your spouse takes that position, it can make an already...
Home renovations can increase comfort and resale value, but they can also affect property division during a Texas divorce. Because Texas uses community property rules, improvements to a home may change how a court views ownership and equity. Knowing how renovations...
Divorce does not move at the same pace for everyone. You may realize you need more time after the case begins. Texas law allows limited ways to pause or slow the process, depending on your situation. Why someone may want to delay a divorce People often seek delays...
