Divorce and the subsequent division of marital property can threaten years of careful retirement planning and savings. With retirement accounts often making up over half of a couple's wealth, protecting these assets becomes crucial during divorce negotiations. In...
Divorce
4 tips for protecting your financial well-being during a divorce
Going through the divorce process can be daunting and emotionally draining. Amidst the turmoil, it might be easy to overlook the financial implications of this major life change. However, failing to protect your financial well-being during a divorce can have...
Collaborative law: Protecting your business outside of court
When a business is part of the marital property, it can complicate the divorce process. However, collaborative divorce offers a solution in which both parties can agree to reach a settlement without going to court. How does it work? In Texas, the Collaborative Family...
Breaking the news: how to tell your children about your divorce
Divorce is tough for both parents and children. The emotional turmoil can be overwhelming, and the thought of breaking the news to your kids can be frightening. Children often feel confused, scared, and even guilty when their parents separate. As a parent, you want to...
Will my spouse’s hidden debt affect our divorce?
Dealing with separation is challenging. It's a time filled with emotional turmoil, financial uncertainty and a myriad of legal complexities. One challenging aspect of divorce is the division of assets and debts. What happens when you discover your spouse has been...
Why you shouldn’t use children as messengers during divorce
Divorce often brings emotional turmoil to a family. Amidst the chaos, parents sometimes make the mistake of using their children as messengers. This practice can have unintended consequences, affecting the well-being of the children involved. The emotional toll on...
Can I get a larger share of property if my spouse was unfaithful?
When a marriage ends, the emotional toll can be overwhelming. Add to that the complexity of dividing property, and it's easy to feel lost. In Texas, the rules governing property division can be particularly nuanced, leaving many wondering how their spouse's actions...
Ways to handle the emotional challenges of your divorce
Divorce is not just a legal matter, but also a personal and emotional journey that can leave spouses feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. Therefore, dealing with the emotional aspects of divorce is as crucial as grasping the legal nuances. If you are in the process of...
3 considerations when going through a gray divorce
When you have been married for a long time, people might think that divorce is the last thing on your mind. However, you could still experience marital struggles at a later age that could lead to separation. Gray divorce is on the rise, and more couples in their 50s...
What can I do if my ex-spouse disobeys a property division order?
When the court issues a final decree of divorce, former spouses need to comply with the judge’s orders on several matters, including property division. If your former spouse does not follow a property division order, how can you address such a dilemma? According to...


