Who Covers the House Selling Costs in a Divorce? Divorce is a challenging process; emotions and tensions often run high, and numerous logistical details arise and need to be appropriately managed. One of the most significant issues couples face is what to do with their family home. Whether it’s filled with cherished memories or is simply a substantial financial asset, deciding who is going to pay for the costs associated with selling the home can be frustrating, stressful, and tricky, especially if you do not know the process in the state of Texas or have received misinformation. Also, keep in ..read more

Summer is upon us, and the thought of creating summer plans can be especially daunting for you as a divorced or single parent. Kids are kept busy all year through school, enrichment and recreation programs, and sports. However, when the temperature kicks up, parents can start to really feel the heat and the pressure from a lack of scheduling in their children’s daily routines. Summer camps are a fantastic way for parents to get their kids out of the house, off their tablets, and continue building upon old and new skills while still enjoying time off from school and getting to revel in all the ..read more

Divorce is a demanding process often loaded with circumstances, conflicts, and feelings pulling you in every direction–essentially, it is emotional acrobatics. Starting to map out the future and prepare for the next chapter can seem exhausting or exhilarating. For some, the appeal of moving ahead may include dating before the divorce is final. But is this a good idea? What are the potential legal implications and repercussions of dating before the divorce has concluded? Now, those on the other side of things, divorcing their spouse and have learned they are dating, may also be wondering what i ..read more

Couples who decide to part ways later in life face challenges that make the process distinctly emotionally and logistically complex. From dividing assets accumulated over decades to redefining identities outside of marriage, the journey of gray divorce is anything but straightforward. After years of building a life together with your spouse, perhaps raising children, seeing them off into adulthood, possibly achieving some career milestones, and going through losses, gains, triumphs, and failures together, you suddenly find yourselves at a crossroads. Questions about your shared future, retirem ..read more

Are you planning an exciting vacation abroad with your child? Do you need permission from your co-parent? There are many ins and outs regarding international travel with children. As parents, we worry about many things, from ensuring all luggage arrives to what if my child gets sick and needs to see a doctor on vacation in another country. However, traveling abroad can be especially tricky after a divorce or separation, making the actual travel part seem daunting. But not to worry- traveling abroad doesn’t have to be a painful or unattainable feat. Our team of Texas child custody lawyers can h ..read more

Marriages, like any journey, can hit rough patches, like challenging phases, growing apart, betrayals, or major disagreements, leading couples to want time apart. Sometimes, separation can be an alternative to divorce or give couples some much-needed room to carefully consider their next steps before making life-changing decisions for their family. First, it is important to note that legal separation is not formally recognized in Texas. However, couples still have several options available to them to navigate through tough times in their marriage while protecting their rights and interests. Se ..read more

Divorce can be turbulent, filled with emotions, and a period that strains us in many ways. One of the primary reasons sighted and granted for dissolution of marriage (divorce) in Texas is “insupportability” or no-fault (FAM§ 6.001). Still, the grounds for divorce are often much more complicated. In reality, for many folks, particularly in Texas, the decision to divorce is founded on more than just a singular cause. Instead, marriage dissolution arrives due to many contributors, as you may already know if you are currently going through or considering separating from your spouse. What can make ..read more

What makes divorce even more complicated is the added layer of difficulty in figuring out how to balance and manage finances with your soon-to-be ex, frequently coated in emotions and stress. The following guide is here to help you get a handle on co-managing finances and ease you into a smooth transition to financial independence. Legal Landscape of Co-Financial Planning A Texas divorce applies an equitable distribution of assets and an adherence to property division laws. The result is fair financial outcomes for both parties. Texas’s divorce laws also emphasize the principle of community pr ..read more

Ensuring Your Pet’s Well-being is a top priority for many Americans, especially as 62% of US households have a pet, and 1/3 have more than one. (Pew Research Association) It’s no secret that this is a nation where pets have reached a stature far beyond, for instance, a guard dog, serving as a tool to teach responsibility to young ones, or even simply a furry companion. Pets in the United States have become an extension of the family, or, in most cases, they’ve earned the title of family member. When children are involved in a divorce, it is common that they too will have strong opinions regard ..read more

Divorce can be an incredibly arduous experience; emotionally burdensome, financially taxing, and complex legal aspects total an overwhelming life change. However, it is just that, a life-changing event or period, and when, for most, coming out the other side of divorce proceedings, they describe it as freeing, cleansing, and the start of a new chapter. In the thick of a divorce, every decision can feel pivotal, including the decision of whether to continue living with your soon-to-be ex-spouse during the divorce process. While there are benefits to such an arrangement (cohabitating), it also p ..read more