Many different concerns could arise if you work through the divorce process, from financial worries such as how the court will distribute marital property to court-related stress. However, you could become especially nervous if you are a father involved in a custody...
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How many children have a non-custodial parent?
As a parent, one of the most challenging aspects of the divorce process is often child custody and the impact that getting divorced will have in terms of your relationship with your child and their relationship with the other parent. Sometimes, parents have feelings...
When is the best time to file for divorce?
If your marriage is not working out as you hoped it would, you might be considering filing for divorce. Still, unless you are in immediate danger, you probably can decide when to call it quits. You can file tomorrow, wait a few weeks or even put off your divorce...
Watch for parental alienation over the holidays
The holidays offer plenty of excellent opportunities to spend time with family and friends. If you share custody of your kids with an ex-partner, though, your ex might try to usurp your parenting time. Even worse, he or she may try to turn the kids against you when...
How can you better cope with divorce?
Going through divorce puts a strain on anyone's mental health. Stress can even cause physical problems, too. Understanding how best to cope with divorce is one of the greatest ways to get through this difficult period with as little damage as possible, though avoiding...
How Texas’ divorce rate compares to the national average
There are two ways to measure the divorce rate in the United States. There is the national average and then the respective divorces for each state. The national average serves as a benchmark by which to compare the divorce rates in individual states. Here is how the...
How do you talk to your kids about divorce?
Your kids likely know someone who has parents who live in two separate houses. However, when it comes time for you to talk about your impending divorce, it may feel impossible. One of the most challenging parts of a Texas divorce is sorting out child-related issues....
Ways you may increase the cost of your divorce
Everyone wants to find ways to save money, especially when they are going through a divorce. While you certainly want to ensure you spend what is necessary for good representation and to move the process along, you do not want to overspend needlessly. Unfortunately,...
How do the courts handle custody of infants?
Standard child custody situations may not work when a child is very young. Infants have completely different needs than toddlers or older children, and this will impact how the court decided custody arrangements. The Texas Attorney General explains the state usually...
Why divorce among older adults is increasing
If you and your spouse have been married for many years and you are now considering divorce, you are not alone. Although it is not an easy decision to part ways after being with someone for so long, it is increasingly common to do so. According to research, more than...