This blog recently discussed some of the challenges around dividing a family business during divorce. It can be helpful to couples going through the challenges of dividing a family-owned business to take a little closer look at the different options available, and...
Houston Family Law Blog
Basics for business owners going through divorce
Many people in the Houston area make their living by owning and growing a family-held or other small business. Many Texans actually manage to acquire a great deal of wealth through their ownership of a family business and have much of their net worth tied up in it....
Take action if you cannot afford your child support payments
The Texas child support system exists to provide children with enough financial support to help them thrive. However, like all large-scale programs, it is not without its flaws. One of the largest flaws is that it imposes significant hardships on parents who truly...
Yes, you can help your children cope with your Texas divorce
Divorce is so overwhelming that many parents despair that they cannot complete the proceedings and protect their kids at the same time. While we do understand why parents in Texas feel this way, we want you to know that you can protect your kids, even when things seem...
Co-parenting during spring break doesn’t have to be hard
Even if it feels like the school year just started back up after the winter holiday, spring break is already around the corner. This week-long break is a popular time for families to travel for vacation, and you might even have plans in the works. But co-parenting...
Asset division in community property states like Texas
While most American states have adopted the equitable division model when distributing assets in a divorce, Texas remains a community property state. Unless you have already experienced a divorce, you may be one of the many residents with a poor understanding of what...
Is divorce mediation always the best solution for Texas couples?
Divorce mediation is quickly becoming a popular choice for couples looking to end their marriages with as little stress as possible. The process of mediation involves working with a neutral third-party toward the goal of resolving any disputes couples may have...
How difficult is it to adopt your spouse’s biological children?
Texas families come in all shapes and sizes, and there is no one right way to establish a home. Sometimes, the bond that stepparents have with their stepchildren is significant enough to where the stepparent wants to formalize his or her relationship through adoption....
Can changes to my employment modify my child support?
In Texas, when there is an order to pay child support, the employment situation will play a significant role in how much is to be paid. Given the fickle nature of the job market, it is not uncommon for a person to lose his or her job and experience a changed financial...
Pet custody disputes increase among divorcing couples
One of the most difficult parts of a divorce when a couple has children can be coming up with a parenting plan that is fair to both parents, and of course, is in the best interests of the child. But what happens when that "child" is a four-legged furball? Divorcing...
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