There are special rules that apply when a member of the military goes through divorce. For example, the Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act is a federal law that allows state courts to divide military retirement pay as part of the property settlement...
Month: April 2017
Alimony guidelines protect spouses who have few resources
Spousal support laws are changing rapidly throughout the country, although in some states, those supporting a former spouse may think the laws do not change fast enough. Nevertheless, Texas courts strive to determine fair amounts of alimony if such support is needed....
Military divorce may mean declining communication with children
No matter the circumstances, divorce is a disruption to any Texas family. Plans, routines and finances may be thrown into disarray for a period of time until disputes are settled and new systems are put into place. In a military divorce, however, there may be special...
After high asset divorce, wealthy men prefer to remarry
It is no secret that men and women often view marriage differently. As generations pass, the roles of men and women in a family evolve, and the attitudes about those roles change. A recent study of couples who have experienced a high asset divorce shows yet another...
Business valuation may be necessary if joint owners divorce
For many in Texas, joining together as a couple goes beyond sharing a home and raising a family. Some couples decide that starting their own business is the best way to use their common talents. When both the business and the marriage are successful, things may be...