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March 31, 2020 Posted in Divorce Share

The finalization of divorce is not immediate. Under Texas law, no divorce can be finalized before 60 days have elapsed from the date of filing a petition. Of course, this is a minimum time period that...

February 28, 2020 Posted in Child Support Share

Non-custodial parents often assume that they can simply stop paying child support as of a child's 18th birthday. Whether the age of majority qualifies as the reason to end child support or the terms...

January 31, 2020 Posted in Divorce Share

In many respects, the holiday season is about perspective. From the specific holidays people recognize to how they choose to celebrate, the holiday season means many different things to different...

October 31, 2019 Posted in Divorce Share

When President Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) on December 22, 2017, the federal government enacted many tax laws that impact divorcing couples, particularly those with high net worth. ...

September 30, 2019 Posted in Divorce Share

For parents with minor children, getting a divorce will bring an end to your marriage, but it typically will not bring an absolute end to your relationship. You and your former spouse will still need...

May 31, 2019 Posted in Divorce Share

Drug addiction and abuse affects every aspects of a person’s life, including their marriage. And when drug use is an issue, it is not unusual that it becomes the underlying reason for a divorce.

May 17, 2019 Posted in Divorce Share

Although it sounds decidedly old-fashioned, common law marriage is alive and well and recognized in a few states, including Texas.

April 16, 2019 Posted in Divorce Share

If you want to get a divorce but your spouse is nowhere to be found, don’t lose hope. Under Texas law, as long as you meet the state’s legal residency requirements, there are ways to obtain a...

March 29, 2019 Posted in Divorce Share

While divorce is hard on everyone involved, children are the most at risk for harm when a family unit splits up. This is true even when a divorce is cooperative and relatively amicable.