It may be a surprise for some to learn that the divorce rate in Texas and across the country is declining. It seems many adults today are deciding to stay with their spouses or are choosing to stay single altogether. Yet, for those over the age of 50, the divorce rate...
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The pros and cons of a joint custody arrangement
When parents end their marriage, there’s no way around the fact that the children's lives will be affected. Figuring out a suitable child custody arrangement is often one of the most difficult parts of a divorce. The most optimal child custody arrangement is one that...
The first steps to take when negotiating child support
When parents in Texas divorce or separate, it can create many hardships for everyone involved. A parental divorce not only breaks up a family, but it can also bring about financial difficulties. In Texas, child support was established to ensure the economic needs of...
What makes for a high-asset divorce?
In the state of Texas, the dissolution of a marriage is rarely an easy process. Just as every marriage is unique, the same can be said for every divorce. Although each divorce case has its own hurdles and difficulties, a high-asset divorce is often more complicated...
For co-parents, effective discipline requires consistency
Following a divorce or separation, it is sometimes hard for parents in Texas to keep a civil relationship for the sake of the children. However, when parents put their past behind them and focus on healthy co-parenting, children can thrive. Staying consistent with...
How to prepare for an upcoming child custody hearing
Parents in Texas who go through a separation or divorce often have many disagreements. One thing both parents typically want is custody of the children. Sometimes parents work together to come to an agreement that benefits all parties. Other times, however, parents...
Fairly dividing property can make for an amicable divorce
A marital breakup involves so much more than spouses just deciding to no longer be together. Most spouses in Texas have acquired property and assets while they were married. Dividing these marital assets is often one of the most complicated parts of a divorce. Here...
In some situations, prenuptial agreements are essential
It seems that there are many couples in Texas who are so excited about marriage that they often tie the knot without taking their futures into account. Understandably, when spouses wed, they do so with the intention of staying together for life. Yet, every year,...
Ex-spouses don’t have to get along to successfully co-parent
Those who go through a marital breakup often don’t want to see their former spouse or even talk to them, especially if the marriage ended on rocky terms. However, many separated parents in Texas choose to co-parent after their split, so completely cutting their ex out...
Selling assets might make divorce rocky for Stallone
Dividing property during a divorce can be a stressful and contentious undertaking. Even when a couple has significant assets, each spouse has a right to his or her fair share of community property, which typically includes any assets accumulated during the time they...

