As we noted in a prior post, back-to-school shopping can be no picnic for divorced or separated parents. This year is poised to be no different, with more kids wanting cell phones, flash drives, tablets and other electronic devices to go along with pencils, notebooks...
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Starting over after a divorce can be difficult emotionally, but many people may not plan for a financial recovery. After all, new divorcees may have less income as they may be depending on one income stream, and they may have greater financial obligations. As such,...
Prenup may help prevent bad online behavior after divorce
One of the benefits of being in a happy marriage is that you have someone with whom you can share your most personal feelings. In fact, trust is one of the most important components of any successful relationship. Sadly, not all marriages last and trust can devolve...
When you got married, you may likely did not give any thought that you may be talking with an attorney to prepare for a divorce. You may be nervous and unsure if you want to dissolve your marriage, and you may be unsure of what will happen to your assets, and how you...
Divorces and child custody battles can be emotionally taxing. This is probably not news to you if you are reading this, but knowing how to handle the unsolicited advice, the emotional impulses and the constant questions is not something that you can learn all about on...
In a recent post, we highlighted the growing phenomenon of including social media provisions in prenuptial agreements, where parties essentially pledge not to post incriminating photographs or disparaging remarks about each other over social media sites. Today, we...
It may be difficult to announce to your family and friends that you are getting a divorce. In some situations it may be a surprised to them; in others, you may be the last to know that the relationship is over. Either way, you may be inundated with questions. Some of...
Mother allegedly abducted son
When parents here in Texas are unable to live together under one roof, a decision must be made regarding living accommodations for their children. Sometimes, this decision is made by a court based on the court’s determination of what is in the best interest of the...
Open celebration of divorce is new trend
Many Texans love to find reasons to gather and celebrate. It makes us happy to convene in joyous recognition of such milestones as birthdays, anniversaries, retirements and engagements. All of these events are well established landmarks, but these days, more and more...
For some, the prospect of dating someone else may seem far-fetched after dealing with a tough divorce. For others, dating can’t come fast enough. Whatever your situation is, it may not be easy to do so when you have children. There may be a number of reasons...