In many marriages, one spouse tends to earn more money. Therefore, if the marriage ends up in divorce, one party could be at a disadvantage economically. To help put things on a more even-handed level, Texas law allows for the awarding of alimony to a spouse if a need...
Month: September 2016
There are two ways to obtain alimony in Texas
If you are divorcing in Texas, it's very important that you understand the state's alimony laws. Texas' laws are unique. Spouses who married in other states or who lived in other states for some time before moving to Texas may not be familiar with the laws.Alimony is...
A realm of its own: military divorce concerns and considerations
Many divorcing couples run into formidable challenges in crafting a workable parenting plan involving their children even when they are striving mightily to do so while seated next to each other and being acutely focused on the matter.Imagine how much more difficult...
Why many divorcing couples see an upside with mediation
Here's a relevant family law-related question: What is an inappropriate subject to address in divorce mediation?And here's an answer, buttressed by reams of empirical evidence and the anecdotal musings of legions of people who have invoked the process to end their...
High-asset property division in divorce: the role of proven counsel
It is immediately understandable, of course, why asset division quickly emerges as a topic of prime importance in many Texas divorces. As we note on our website at the San Antonio , "The amount of property you take with you when you leave...
What happens to businesses during divorce?
During divorce, there are many important considerations. When planning for your financial future, it is important to understand what happens to businesses during divorce. Texas is a community property state. That means the law presumes all marital assets are divided...