A qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) is sometimes used in divorce cases. Specifically, this court order can be used to address retirement benefits. For example, perhaps you and your ex were both planning to retire on a pension that they have been earning...
Surrogacy offers a path to parenthood for same-sex couples, but the process comes with unique legal and financial challenges. Texas laws add complexities that require careful planning to ensure parental rights and a smooth journey to welcoming a child. Legal...
If you share parenting rights with your co-parent, you likely have a custody order that was handed down by the court in your divorce, When looking at physical custody, this details where your child will live at certain times. If you violate this custody order, you can...
Emotions often run high when it comes to custody disputes. Parents are understandably focused on what’s best for their children, but what about the children themselves? Do they get a say in where they live or how their time is divided? The answer isn’t a simple yes...
Divorce brings financial changes, including how taxes are filed and managed. Understanding tax rules after a divorce helps you avoid penalties and maximize deductions. Here’s what you need to know about filing status, alimony, and tax credits after divorce in Texas....
Just because you’ve been married for decades, you may think that your marriage is solid. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. People sometimes divorce later in life, which is known as a gray divorce. If you’re going through this situation, you should ensure...
Military service can add complexity to legal matters, especially divorce. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) provides specific protections to active-duty service members during legal proceedings, ensuring fair treatment while they fulfill their military...
Getting a divorce typically triggers a cascade of financial effects -- most of them negative. Those who are financially disadvantaged compared to their spouse put a lot of faith in obtaining alimony to fill the gap. However, Texas courts notoriously deny spousal...
You are involved in a high-conflict divorce specifically because your spouse does not believe in divorce. They do not think you should end the marriage and have adamantly told you they do not want to—even though both of you are unhappy with the relationship. However,...
A postnuptial agreement, also known as a postnup, is a legal contract that is created after a couple has entered into marriage. It resembles a prenuptial agreement, with the distinction that a prenup is executed prior to the marriage of a couple. Much like a...