The breakup of a family is traumatic and confusing. In spite of the fact that a relationship between the adults has ended, parents often work together to ensure that each is entitled to nurture his or her relationship with the children. There are times when Texas...
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Property division does not have to uproot financial future
A divorce can be draining -- emotionally, mentally and financially. While it is unhealthy to remain in an unhappy marriage, entering into the property division proceedings without a clear plan for the future can threaten financial stability. Texas residents who are...
One county reaches out to help parents with child support orders
Parents who find themselves in an unsustainable relationship often find themselves facing some challenging decisions. One of the most difficult is deciding with which parent a child will reside and which parent will be primarily responsible for providing child...
Many worry over division of marital assets, money after divorce
Women often find themselves choosing to remain in an unhappy marriage rather than face financial hardship. Those who sacrifice their careers to raise a family, often find it difficult to re-enter the workforce. As a result, these...
For parents facing divorce, child custody decision is priority
Parents who have decided that a divorce or separation is the best solution for a troubled relationship have many concerns. The issue that takes precedence for the majority of parents is deciding on child custody plans. While legal custody is not usually a sticking...
Divorce can be costly; prenuptial agreements may be beneficial
According to the latest statistics, the divorce rate for 2017 was approximately 35%. While that is a slight reduction from previous years, the prospect of filing for a divorce is still a concern for many Texas residents. Those who have drafted a prenuptial...
A prenuptial agreement can reduce stress on business owners
In the past, the majority of couples did not consider a marital contract an essential part of wedding planning. However, those who own a business may find that a prenuptial agreement deserves careful consideration. Texas residents may find that these contracts...
Former NBA legend ordered to pay exorbitant child support
No matter where one lives, one thing that can unite Texas residents with residents of other states is the love of professional sports. While many of the athletes are held up as examples of what anyone with talent and drive can achieve, the world of professional sports...
There are ways to reduce tax burdens in high net worth divorce
For approximately 70 years, the alimony tax deduction helped families reduce taxes after a divorce. With the tax reform act that went into effect at the beginning of 2019, the option for deducting alimony payments from taxable income for the paying spouse was...
Supreme Court custody case could impact parental rights
Over the past several years, there have been changes to laws that affect families and children. With the passage of marriage equality in 2015 by the Supreme Court, other changes regarding child custody have been undertaken in several states. However, there is concern...

