For many divorcing spouses, the only practical and financially realistic solution to what to do with the family home is to sell it and split the proceeds. That’s one big decision taken care of. It’s typically best to do it as early as possible in the divorce process...
If you’re going to be divorcing after at least several decades of marriage, you likely have more years of retirement – at least semi-retirement -- ahead of you than continued years in the workplace. Your years of raising a family are probably behind you. That means...
Sharing custody of an infant or toddler can indeed work well, but it requires careful planning, a focus on the child's needs as they evolve and a high level of cooperation between parents. Infants and toddlers have unique developmental needs that must be considered...
You may have seen or heard things on social media or elsewhere about women not being allowed to get divorced if they’re pregnant in Texas and some other states. Some people think that this is something new and related to the multitude of other laws and legal rulings...
Telling your spouse you want to end your marriage can be challenging. Even if you are sure it is the right thing, doubts can creep in, or you might feel bad about hurting them. Learning some of the ways to make the conversation a little easier can help. Time it well...
When you get a divorce, you and your partner need to split up your assets. If the two of you are joint business owners, then the business that you own together may be one of the most expensive assets you possess. How this business gets divided is important. Often, the...
Studies have found that divorce odds are higher when couples get married at a young age. Most studies will suggest putting it off until somewhere between the ages of 28 and 32. They cite significantly higher divorce odds for couples who get married in their teens or...
There are many reasons why grandparents may become responsible for raising their grandchildren. Most commonly, this happens when the parents of the grandchildren are unable to provide for them due to various challenges. These challenges may include parents’ addiction...
Even though some television series glorify trials, most legal disputes don’t actually make it that far. A settlement out of court can resolve most cases, and divorces aren’t any different. In fact, since divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process, an...
In Texas, when starting a divorce, it's necessary to "serve" official divorce papers to your spouse. This crucial step informs your spouse about the divorce proceedings, allowing them to respond. Despite common misconceptions, just because divorce papers are served,...
