Some Texas couples who are getting married may want to consider a prenuptial agreement, but this needs to be a document that they prepare together and agree on. One woman who was given a cohabitation agreement to sign before moving in with her boyfriend found that it...
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Discuss prenuptial agreements early in an engagement
The moment a couple gets engaged can be magical. However, the last thing that most Texas couples want to do is ruin that magic by talking about money, particularly a prenuptial agreement. However, there are several reasons why talking about a prenup early in the...
Why mediation could be beneficial during child custody disputes
A child custody mediator is a professional who will act as a neutral third-party and help facilitate discussions to resolve legal disputes. A person could be ordered by a judge to attend mediation sessions, or their ex-spouse may request them to do so. Here are some...
What to expect during divorce mediation
Going through a divorce is a challenge, as you must contend with details and circumstances that are sure to elicit a variety of emotions.While there is no way to remove all the pain and stress from the divorce process, mediation can help. During mediation, you and...
Illegitimate reasons to not allow parental visitation
After a couple has gone through a divorce, it is common for them to feel some level of hostility or bitterness toward their ex-spouse. While a custodial parent may try to use the children as leverage to get back at the ex and deny them visitation rights, this is...
A collaborative divorce process could pay off
The stereotypical Texas divorce may be one of two parties who cannot stand each other, argue incessantly and use their children as leverage to get back at the other spouse. And while, sadly, this is true for some families in the divorce process, it doesn't have to be...
Coparenting with a difficult ex-spouse
Divorced parents in Texas do not have to agree on every aspect of co-parenting to do it effectively. However, in some situations, one parent may be toxic and try to use the co-parenting relationship to manipulate the other parent. This can make a difficult situation...
How to stay in touch with children after a divorce
After the difficult process of a divorce, a parent and child may sometimes face the additional challenge of the parent having to move a long distance away. When this happens, the parent may worry about how to maintain the relationship. Parents can keep in touch with...
How to determine a visitation schedule for infants
A schedule for child custody and visitation is something most parents in Texas must create if they are getting a divorce, but they may encounter some additional challenges if their child is still an infant. The purpose of visitation with infants is to ensure that the...
High net worth divorce calls for an asset division checklist
As a high net worth individual going through divorce in Texas, you'll have many questions about what will happen to your assets, how your financial situation will change in the future and the steps you can take to maintain your standard of living.While there's no way...