A prenuptial agreement is a legally binding document that two people sign before getting married. It generally helps them to divide their assets and make other financial decisions in advance, and then it is used if they decide to get divorced in the future. If they...
Family Law
3 tips for effective co-parenting
Minor children often find divorce taxing on their mental and emotional health. They must suddenly adjust to a new reality due to circumstances beyond their control. In the upheaval, they may find themselves forced to accept a new schedule, a new home and a new family...
3 ways to divorce-proof your business
As an entrepreneur, your business is more than just a way to pay the bills. It is your livelihood and a major part of your personal identity. During a divorce case, your business will likely fall under the category of marital assets that you must divide with your...
Unpaid child support and the Passport Denial Program
As a parent who owes child support, you need to understand that there are serious consequences associated with falling behind on your payments. In addition to losing your driver's license, you could face time behind bars due to back support. In fact, you could also...
Supporting your children and navigating divorce
Going through a divorce can take its toll on you, but your children still depend on you for care and comfort. Your children will handle your divorce differently depending on their ages and maturity. While you may need to customize your approach for each child,...
3 common misconceptions surrounding child custody in Texas
If you are a parent of minor children considering divorce, one of your main concerns is probably child custody. In Texas, courts determine custody based on the best interests of the children, taking into account numerous factors, including but not limited to your...
What should you include with a custody agreement?
In the aftermath of a divorce, it is important to have a detailed and well-thought-out parenting plan. This way, even if you run into arguments with your co-parent - a common occurrence among divorcees - then you will know how to handle it. Being as specific with the...
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 is the situation with a runaway child?
If you have a child who keeps running away, you need to find a solution that will ensure your child gets the help he or she needs. Your goal should be to keep him or her safe and get to the root issue. According to the Texas Youth Helpline, when a child runs away from...
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...