If your spouse told you that they want a divorce, it’s natural to be in shock, even if you don’t realize it. Maybe you haven't had a happy marriage for a long time, but hearing your spouse say the word and learning that they’ll be taking legal steps (or already have)...
Family Law
3 times that you could ask for sole custody in Texas
The love that you have for your children may be one of the most powerful emotions that you will ever experience and also one of the strongest motivations in your life. When you face a possible divorce or separation from the other parent, you will likely feel worried...
2 warning signs that a divorce may be in the cards
If you find your spouse in bed with your twin. Or, if a friend has spotted them entering a divorce attorney’s office, your marriage is likely about to end. Yet often, there are clear signs that all is not well before things reach this stage. The problem is many people...
If your spouse doesn’t want a divorce, can they refuse?
It's fairly common for one spouse to want a divorce when the other doesn't. Some couples will go to couples therapy first, or they will just try to work things out before deciding that they need to get a divorce. Even then, the other spouse may not want to split up,...
Gray divorce rates are soaring
Couples who have been together for more than 20-30 years are suddenly facing the prospect of spending their elder years as single persons. The divorce rate among the 50+ crowd has more than doubled in the last two decades. Researchers at Bowling Green State...
When modified custody orders are in the children’s best interest
When the court formalizes existing custody orders or issues new ones, the children's best interests always take center stage. Every aspect of the children's needs is considered before making the final decision. However, circumstances may change along the way, and you...
What are the grounds for a marriage annulment in Texas?
To many San Antonio residents, the idea of having a marriage annulled is much more appealing than getting a divorce. If granted, an annulment will render your legal union nonexistent, essentially erasing the marriage from state records. Unfortunately, it is much...
Remember these tips if you’re battling with a narcissist
When parents split up, decisions regarding the children must be made. This is easy for some parents who can get along, but it’s very complicated if you have one parent who’s a narcissist. These individuals are unable to think about how their decisions impact others,...
A spouse who gives away assets is a major red flag
If you're moving toward divorce and your spouse begins giving away assets, that is a giant red flag that you need to be looking for. It probably means that your spouse is attempting to keep you from getting the property you deserve in the divorce. There are two basic...
3 financial factors that often contribute to divorce
There are numerous potential reasons why a couple may opt to pursue a divorce. However, finances are frequently a key factor in disagreements between spouses. At times, couples may neglect to discuss their financial priorities before getting married, meaning that...