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Going through a divorce at any age can be emotionally and financially challenging, but older couples face unique complexities and obstacles as they dissolve their marriage. This is often referred to as a “gray divorce” – one that involves couples who are 50 years of age or older. As the couple navigates the emotional, financial,…

Temporary orders in divorce proceedings are legal directives issued by the court to address important matters that need immediate attention while the divorce case is ongoing. The purpose of temporary court orders is to establish temporary guidelines and arrangements for various aspects of the divorce, such as child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, property use,…

Temporary orders in divorce proceedings are legal directives issued by the court to address important matters that need immediate attention while the divorce case is ongoing. The purpose of temporary court orders is to establish temporary guidelines and arrangements for various aspects of the divorce, such as child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, property use,…

Although every divorce can have complicated issues, high asset divorces are especially complex due to the financial assets and decisions about those assets that are required to end the marriage. This is why it is recommended that anyone going through this type of legal action retains the services of an attorney who has extensive experience in high…

In the celebrated drama “The West Wing,” President Bartlet muses that he does not “like the word “stress.” It’s a Madison Avenue word. It’s something that can be cured with flavored coffee and bath bubbles.” Like the word “stress” the word “self-care” is far too often associated with commercialization and the perception that someone’s challenges…

In the State of Texas, there is no special pet custody statute that governs the methods by which a judge must determine which spouse keeps a dog in the event of a divorce. Instead, dogs, cats, and other pets are treated as property. As Texas is a community property state, this means that any pets…

The majority of American adults maintain social media accounts actively. Whether they log on daily or weekly, their use of social media is both common and purposeful. Oftentimes, individuals discover that simply posting about a major life event serves to notify many interested parties at once, which saves time and effort when compared to sending…

There are only nine states in the U.S. that are classified as “community property states.” Texas is one of them. The primary feature that distinguishes the community property approach to divorce is that it broadly entitles each spouse to 50 percent of the marital assets in the event of divorce. This system values predictability and the guarantee…

Film and television programming generally portray divorce as a contentious, stressful process. However, while the emotional aspects of ending a marriage can be truly devastating, the legal side of ending a marriage does not have to be. Nowadays, the majority of couples in Texas do not divorce via a “courtroom showdown.” Instead, they work with each other…

Unfortunately, divorce can traumatize a child to the point where they may be dealing with the aftereffects of the divorce for decades or their entire lives. In many instances, a child may struggle to understand why their parents are divorcing and how their lives will change. Remember that it is essential to prioritize your child’s emotional well-being…