Many parents who pay child support in Beaumont, Texas, see the procedure as anything but straightforward. Texas has a unique system for calculating child support that some see as unfair, at times, to the parent who has to pay child support and, other times, to the...
Family Law
How to remain happy and sane during your divorce
You and your spouse might decide that divorce is the best solution to your unhappy marriage. If so, you’re not alone. It’s not uncommon for Texas couples to call it quits. Even if your divorce is amicable, you can still feel sad about the situation. Consider the...
Divorce planning points
Among the most stressful experiences a married couple may endure is divorce proceedings. Spouses seeking a divorce in Texas must understand that divorce is a complex legal process that comes with many financial and other considerations. Proper planning could mitigate...
How does divorce asset division work in Texas for a college savings plan?
Divorce in Texas is rarely an easy process to move through for spouses. When two people that have been married for a long time split up, there are a lot of legal considerations to consider. One of these is property division You may be wondering about things like...
What is a property settlement agreement in a divorce?
Property division is often one of the biggest issues in a Texas divorce. If you and your spouse are able to agree on how to split things, it makes the process easier. Once your divorce is final, a property settlement agreement is created and distributed to both of...
Mediation for child custody issues
Child custody issues are often one of the most rage-inducing aspects of a divorce settlement in Texas. Children are incredibly important to parents and each parent often wants to maximize their custody no matter the other parent's circumstances. Mediation can be an...
What are the biggest mistakes women make during their divorce?
Going through a Texas divorce is stressful for both spouses. Women are more likely to be emotional, which can lead to certain mistakes during the process. These are some of the biggest divorce mistakes women make. Keeping the family home The family home often gives a...
The ever-growing option of grey divorce
While those in their fifties, sixties, and seventies lack a certain level of familiarity with modern terminology, their growing number of marital dissolutions – also known as grey divorces – are trending. Late-in-life splits continue to increase. Those fifty and older...
How can you get through divorce grief?
Most people associate grief with the death of a loved one. However, after a Texas divorce, it’s very common to experience grief over the end of your marriage. Although it often feels unbearable, these are some steps to help you overcome it. Acknowledge that your...
Who pays the debts after a divorce?
Divorcing New York couples want to know who is responsible for the debt incurred during the marriage. Some debt might be the responsibility of both spouses, even if only one agreed to it. State laws govern marital debt and asset division. There are steps to help you...