Divorcing is difficult. Clearly, there are issues between you and your former spouse, or you wouldn't be ending your marriage. However, if you think you can work through your issues to reach mutually beneficial compromises, mediation may be in your best...
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Month: March 2017
Getting a prenup
Texas couples who plan to get married in the future many want to consider completing a prenuptialagreement. Prenups are not just for couples who have significant wealth or who have financial disparities. They are legal contracts that provide a way for all couples to...
Federal bankruptcy judge rules on Chapter 13 divorce debt
When individuals in Texas and around the country file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, there are certain debts that cannot be included. Debts that are not discharged include certain taxes, most student loans and spousal and child support obligations, but debts associated with...
Increasing rate of divorce ifor older couples
Data shows that since 1990, there has been a significant increase in the number of divorces among married couples in Texas and around the country who are 50 years or older. Called gray divorces, the rate of couples ending their marriage has doubled for those between...
Going through a divorce in Texas when child custody is involved
March is the leading month for divorce filings, according to a University of Washington study. This month, which is right in the thick of the school year, may seem more convenient for parents looking to divorce in Texas. However, waiting until the summer months when...
When to get a prenuptial agreement in Texas
Before a couple gets married, they can determine how issues will be decided if they end up getting a divorce. While most people don't want to consider the end of a marriage before it has begun, a prenuptial agreement can allow a couple to determine issues that would...