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Texas has a serious problem with domestic violence. Not only does it have high rates of domestic violence, but it also has a significant problem with police officers being assaulted when they respond to reports of domestic violence. Understandably, Texas law takes domestic violence seriously and the presence of domestic violence has the potential to…

Couples getting divorced in Texas often find that they are unable to resolve their differences without professional help. And no wonder – after years of marriage, a couple’s communication patterns are often unproductive but very difficult to change. Furthermore, each partner is likely to have strong feelings and preferences on various issues that likely are incompatible with…

Some marriages end amicably, while others necessitate court intervention in order to keep one party safe from the other. When an individual does not take the prospect of divorce very well, he or she may resort to criminal behavior such as stalking, domestic violence, or harassment. When this occurs, the Texas courts issue a ‘no-contact’ order-otherwise known…

Most spouses want to get through their Texas divorce as peaceably as possible and avoid unnecessary conflict. Reasonable negotiation efforts often prove very helpful to these spouses as they seek to divide marital property and create a fair parenting plan. Unfortunately, some spouses have unstable or violent personalities that can turn a divorce into a nightmare. If your spouse…

Marriage and divorce change everything, including your tax situation. Whether you recently got married and changed your name or you recently went through a divorce and took back your maiden name, you should make sure that the name on your tax return matches the name registered with the Social Security Administration. If you fail to match…

It goes without saying that divorce can be a deeply traumatic experience. Regardless of whether your marriage was a long one or a shorter one, the idea of divorce can send even the most even-keeled person reeling. As with many upsetting experiences, people who have gotten a divorce may feel emotional reverberations for months or even years…

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…

Divorce is a trying time for everyone involved. A contested divorce can be even more of an assault on the mental and emotional well-being of both parties. However, no one is more affected than children caught in the middle of a divorce battle. Both during and after divorce proceedings can be especially hard on children looking…