When going through divorce, couples often argue about assets. This is especially true in childless couples who do not have to worry about matters of custody or visitation first. In what ways do assets impact the divorce process itself? Is having more assets actually a...
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Why and how to establish paternity
To establish paternity is to acknowledge a legal relationship between a father and his children. In some cases, the law presumes paternity, but where it does not, either the mother or the father can take the necessary legal steps to establish it. In movies and...
Should you insert a first right of refusal in your custody plan?
Even in ideal marriages, it is not uncommon for parents not to see eye-to-eye about all child-rearing matters. After all, according to Psychology Today, there are four distinct parenting styles. If you and your spouse rarely agree on how to parent your kids, your...
How divorce may affect an ex-spouse’s credit
Divorce in Texas includes dividing a couple’s marital debts and assets. As noted by Realtor.com, if an individual wishes to take ownership of a shared home after a divorce, it generally requires a new mortgage. The division of assets during a divorce may, however,...
How can you effectively co-parent with your ex?
While you will face lots of tough situations when going through a divorce, none are as challenging as those involving your children. Co-parenting with your ex will come with lots of ups and downs, and you must handle these conflicts reasonably to protect yourself and...
How can I modify child support?
When a court issues a child support order, it assumes that at some point in the future circumstances will change and it will need to alter the order. However, until the court makes an official ruling, your child support order will not change. The Attorney General of...
Stay-at-home parents: Can you afford a divorce?
As a stay-at-home parent, you dedicate your time to your family, providing essential support for your working spouse in many ways. Leaving your career to focus on your children can present unique challenges if you decide to get a divorce. Understanding your options...
3 things to know about parental alienation
Most parents want the best for their children; however, their feelings about their children’s other parents sometimes get in the way. In some cases, people may even go so far as to try to adversely affect their child’s relationship with his or her other parent....
What are the basics of Texas divorce?
If you decide to divorce in Texas and cannot reach an agreement with your former spouse, the court determines custody, support payments, property division and debt payment. In Texas, divorce proceedings take about 60 days. Learn more about ending your marriage in the...
Can you pay child support online?
If you owe child support, you need to familiarize yourself with a number of issues. For example, you need to review the potential consequences associated with falling behind on payments and you need to do whatever you can to ensure that you stay current. Aside from...