Property division is one of the most contentious aspects of any divorce. Courts generally need to ensure the division’s outcome is fair to the spouses. The process often becomes incredibly complex when the court divides the spouses’ business assets. What is community...
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Is divorce mediation right for me and my partner?
Divorces do not always lead to court battles. Some divorcing couples divide their marital assets and obligations, decide custody over their children, and finalize the various details of their separation through mediation. The following are signs mediation might work...
What are hidden assets and how do they affect divorce?
Let us say you are reviewing financial and legal records while in the middle of a divorce process and find that some numbers do not add up. “Is my soon-to-be ex-spouse hiding assets from me?” – is a question that might pop up in your mind. You might feel a mix of...
3 things to ask when considering a divorce
People consider getting divorced for many reasons, from domestic violence to infidelity to irreconcilable differences. However, the divorce process can be long and complicated, especially when there are high amounts of assets involved or bitter custody disputes...
How do assets impact divorce?
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...
Can you serve your spouse with divorce papers?
If you have decided to divorce your husband or wife, you might think the end of your marriage is a personal matter between the two of you. Still, just like you had to obtain a marriage license and register your marriage with the state, you must go through a legal...
How can you cope with divorce?
Even when it is in the best interest of you and your loved ones, divorce causes many emotional effects. Accordingly, you may find yourself struggling with negative emotions after the process is complete. Keep in mind that feeling sad or angry after a divorce is...
3 common causes of gray divorce
Divorce is one of the most difficult events for people to endure, but what happens when you are over 50 and find your marriage ending? Gray divorce, according to Annuity.org, is on the increase, with divorce among older couples having doubled over the past two...
What you need to know to get an uncontested divorce in Texas
If you and your spouse have agreed that it is time to end your marriage, an uncontested divorce may be an option for you. While uncontested divorces usually involve less conflict between the parties, there are still matters to resolve. This information can help you...
3 FAQs about parents relocating after divorce
Texas family law courts generally assume that it is in the best interest of children that both parents continue to have an active role in their lives after they divorce. For this reason, Texas divorce decrees often place restrictions on whether either parent can...