Divorce is rarely easy, but it can bring unique financial challenges when it happens later in life. After years of building a life together, separating assets, determining spousal support and planning for the future can feel overwhelming. For women especially, who...
Divorce
Minimizing the impact of divorce on your children
Divorce can be incredibly challenging for everyone involved, especially children. For many kids, the end of their parents' marriage can feel like a significant loss, leading to feelings of grief. While grief is a natural response, parents often worry about the...
Preparing your finances for divorce
Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process for anyone going through it, and finances can make divorce significantly more complex if you are not prepared for what's to come. It is crucial to get ready financially before starting divorce proceedings....
Unfriending drama: A guide to social media during your divorce
In today's hyper-connected world, social media is often ground zero for sharing life's moments, big and small. But during a divorce, those carefree posts can quickly turn into legal landmines. Here's how to navigate the social media landscape during your divorce to...
Is it better to have a male or female divorce attorney?
Selecting the right legal representation is important during a divorce. You should consider your lawyer's skillset and level of expertise as well as your level of comfort with their approach to handling your case. There are many different factors to weigh when hiring...
How to prepare for your divorce
A divorce is considered to be one of the hardest experiences an adult can go through. However, there are steps that you can take to prepare to end your marriage in a rational and favorable manner. These steps may be effective whether you choose to end the relationship...
Children and divorce
As a Texas parent of young children, divorce can take on a whole new meaning. If your marriage is ending, you can’t only focus on your own needs. You also need to focus on their well-being. If you haven’t brought your children into the conversation about divorce, here...
4 factors that influence paying alimony
When it comes to divorce in Texas, many couples wonder if one spouse will automatically receive alimony. Alimony is financial assistance provided by one spouse to the other after divorce. However, it is important to know that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to...
Navigating a divorce with a pathological liar
Dissolving a marriage is a challenging process under the best of circumstances. When you add a pathological liar spouse into the mix, it becomes even more difficult. You might struggle to separate fact from fiction, making it hard to come to a fair resolution....
Things you need to know about asset division
The most contentious issue in a Texas divorce is how property will be divided. This is because, beyond everything, your resolutions determine how easily you can move forward and plan for your future after your separation. Here's a look at some of the critical factors...