With dual-income households increasingly common and traditional marital roles evolving, many people assume that alimony is no longer a reasonable expectation in modern times. Yet spousal support remains an important part of divorce law. Depending on a divorcing...
Many states have fully adopted no-fault divorce proceedings. Essentially, no-fault divorce laws allow any married person to file for divorce without proof of misconduct that has damaged the marital relationship. Texas is among the states that still allow fault-based...
Divorce can be highly contentious. If you’re like a lot of Houston-area residents, then that has you stressed out. Being averse to conflict, the thought of engaging in arguments over every legal issue can leave you on edge, stressed and worried about how you’re going...
Even if they have no personal experience with it, most Houston residents probably know that divorce is a stressful process. Divorce consistently ranks as one of the most stressful events in life, much like the loss of a spouse or close relative. Divorce can evoke...
The impact on finances is often one of the biggest worries in a Texas divorce. You may feel confused, overwhelmed and worried about how you will adjust to post-divorce life, due to living on one income or losing valuable property. It helps to have a basic...
Ideally, you and your spouse would be open and honest with each other as you work out your divorce settlement. That happens in some cases, but if you’ve found your way to this post, then there’s a good chance that your spouse has been dishonest about various aspects...
Texas is a community property state, meaning that marital property is supposed to be evenly divided. However, you and your spouse can negotiate a resolution that deviates from this community property standard so long as you both agree to do so. That’s why you have to...
Divorce brings significant emotional and financial changes. Maintaining financial stability during this period is crucial for a fresh start. Here are five practical ways to manage your finances effectively after a divorce. 1. Reassess your budget Start by evaluating...