Feuding couples in Texas might have partisan politics to blame for their relationship issues. According to a Wakefield Research poll of 1,000 people in married and unmarried relationships, 24 percent of couples have been fighting about politics more than ever. Another...
Year: 2017
When a parent wants to block virtual visitation
Texas parents who are dealing with custody and visitation after a divorce might want to find out about virtual visitation. Virtual visitation refers to communication between a non-custodial parent and a child through texting, calling or video-conferencing. In fact, as...
Preparing a pre- or postnuptial agreement
Since Texas is a community property state, a married person might be held responsible for debts incurred during the marriage even if they are in the name of the other spouse. Therefore, the couple may want to consider creating a pre- or postnuptial agreement. Both...
Prenups to protect inheritances
Texas parents who are concerned about protecting the inheritance that they want to give their adult children who have not yet married should speak with them about signing a prenuptial agreement. The legal document allows their child and the child's prospective spouse...
Fighting a child custody battle
Texas parents who are going through a divorce and who want to win their child custody battle should have a plan of action before going to court. Taking time to learn the child custody laws and having a family law attorney to represent them are part of being fully...
Things a shared parenting agreement should entail
The divorce process is challenging for a variety of reasons. For example, if you have at least one child with the other person, you'll soon realize that you have to answer questions and address concerns regarding custody and support.The court, along with many parents,...
What to do in a marital separation
Texas couples who are having marital difficulties might want to try a separation first. There are several steps they should take. If only one person has handled finances in the marriage, the other person should get up to speed on this. It may be necessary to close any...
What to know about a QDRO
When a Texas couple gets divorced, they may need to sign a Qualified Domestic Relations Order. The QDRO determines how certain retirement assets are to be divided. While an individual who signs such an order may believe it to be equitable, it could result in fees and...
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...
Mediation gives you control over the outcome of your divorce
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...