The division of real estate is just one more thing to be considered in a divorce. If that divorce is highly contested it can be a challenging aspect to navigate as both parties want the property and will fight for it tooth and nail. On the other hand, in an amicable divorce neither party may
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Earning the Standard: Step-Up Possession Schedules
There are times in a case when one parent doesn’t necessarily have it together. This can take many forms; whether they are struggling with addiction, involved with an abusive partner, or currently transient. In one way or another their current circumstances leave them unfit to have the children overnight or for more than a couple…
The Basics: Uncontested Divorce
Sometimes a potential client has a case and there is no grand story with dramatic facts. No one has cheated and there is no abuse, there are just two people who have grown apart and do not want to be married anymore. Often they have already physically separated and divided up the property in a…
Nesting: A Unique Situation
In Texas family law cases, the concept of “nesting” has emerged as a distinctive and progressive arrangement, offering families an alternative approach to co-parenting during and after a divorce. Nesting, also known as “bird’s nesting,” involves maintaining a single-family home for the children while the parents take turns residing there. This allows the children to…
Intangible Division: Digital Assets
In today’s interconnected world, our lives are intertwined with digital assets, ranging from social media profiles to cryptocurrencies and online accounts. However, these intangible resources often become a tangible concern when it comes to divorce proceedings in Texas.
Digital assets encompass a wide array of virtual possessions, including but not limited to: Cryptocurrencies such as…
You Are the Father (Until You’re Not)
Every now and then in matters of divorce the issue of paternity arises. A husband during a divorce may question whether they truly are the father of the child subject to the suit. While at times this may be a valid question, under Texas law he is the father until proven otherwise. This is because…
Dividing Debts
Texas is a community property state, which means that any property or debt acquired during the marriage is generally considered community property, and both spouses share an equal interest in it. However, it’s important to note that not all debts are divided equally during divorce. Instead, Texas courts aim for a just and right division…
Mediation: The Path to Peace
In the realm of family law, disputes and conflicts are inevitable. The emotional and sensitive issues of divorce, child custody, property division, and more can put you in a long drawn-out battle between you and your spouse. However, Texas family law embraces mediation as a powerful tool to promote communication, collaboration, and ultimately achieve amicable…
Hidden Gems
Divorce proceedings can often lead to contentious battles over asset division. For the most part, parties go through the process and play by the rules. But every now and then, some individuals attempt to hide assets to gain an unfair advantage. This week we’ll talk about the potential consequences of such behavior and why you…
The Basics of Spousal Maintenance
Spousal maintenance is a legal concept designed to provide financial support to a lower-earning or non-earning spouse after a divorce. In Texas, spousal maintenance is governed by specific laws and guidelines that aim to balance the financial needs and abilities of both parties involved.
In Texas, eligibility for spousal maintenance is not automatic and requires…