Adoption is a wonderful option for those seeking to have children. Sharing your life with a child in need of a good home can be a positive experience for everyone involved. The decision to adopt is a momentous step. Parents making that step should be able to...
Year: 2014
What happens when a petition for divorce is filed?
It may come like a bolt out of the blue or it may be an expected relief. But either way, when you are presented with a petition for divorce, you will likely want to issue your response quickly and thoroughly. To do otherwise could jeopardize your ability to argue your...
Prenups can include provisions for pets
Many of you reading this blog are likely familiar with some of the important benefits offered by prenuptial agreements. A couple who is entering a marriage can use the agreement as a means to gain clarity in regard to how assets should be divided if the relationship...
Child custody decisions are best made amicably
It is an unfortunate fact of life that some marriages are not meant to last. Strong emotions can surface between adults who are working through the process of a divorce. But it is the children of divorcing parents who may be facing the most difficult adjustments. As...
Revealing hidden assets can lead to a more equitable settlement
The disintegration of a marriage may take place over a number of years. Within that span of time, it is not uncommon for one spouse to secretly amass assets that are unknown to the other spouse. In fact, National Endowment for Financial Education research indicates...
National Adoption Month 2014 emphasizes sibling relationships
The adoption process can be a very trying experience for a child who needs caring parents. As we have written previously, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is making a special effort to see that older children find good homes. While this is an...
Early mistakes can lead to long-term marriage issues
So often the things that cause fissures in a relationship are not what we may think of as big important issues, but rather things we may initially believe are trivial. Relationships can also start to fray if one partner allows the other partner to act in a manner that...
Virtual visitation helps non-custodial parents see children
After a divorce, a non-custodial parent can face challenges when trying to maintain contact with their children. Ideally, ex-spouses will live within a short traveling distance so it is easy for the non-custodial parent to take advantage of their visitation rights...
How could a postnuptial agreement help a married couple?
If you and your spouse have found yourselves at a point of uncertainty in your marriage, it may be a good time to consider making a postnuptial agreement. A postnuptial agreement is a contract that designates each partner’s responsibilities and obligations. Creating...
Divorce can provide a better home environment for children
Very few people would ever casually entertain the notion of dissolving a marriage. Just the consideration of a divorce is an indication that a relationship is not headed in the right direction. Of course, it is sometimes possible to patch up a relationship and keep...