The ex-wife of former-Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst has filed a suit accusing him of failing to pay her $6.7 million as part of their 2016 divorce agreement. This includes a million business loan from her trust and millions more in unpaid alimony. When Dewhurst...
Month: September 2019
Signs your ex may turn custody issues into a battle
If the breakup of your marriage is something you have felt coming for a long time, it is likely that your spouse has felt it, too. Perhaps your marriage has been stressful, and you and your partner are ready to end their misery. If you are ready to move on,...
Standard Possession Orders here in Texas
Issues regarding parenting plans and child custody (also known as conservatorship) can be the most contentious part of negotiating a JOY of DIVORCE Emancipation agreement. The priority is to make decisions based on the best interests of the child, but the parents may...
Signs of online infidelity
Social media is a big part of our lives these days, yet there may be red flags that mean a spouse is more than checking in with friends or distracting themselves from day-to-day worries. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter and various dating apps like...
What do fathers go through during a divorce?
Even for the most amicable of Texas couples, divorce is not an easy process. This is a complex legal process of extricating two lives, requiring the two parties to address every issue that pertains to money, assets, children and more. In addition to these things, it...
Financial mistakes to avoid during a “Grey Divorce”
The number of couples over 50 experiencing the JOY of DIVORCE Emancipation continues to rise. The biggest concern for many people of this age getting divorced is how will it affect any nest egg or retirement. Couples accruing assets during a marriage in a community...
Why joint custody could be the right choice for your family
When you and your spouse decide to move forward with divorce, one of your main concerns probably pertains to how you will protect the relationship you have with your children. There is a lot of uncertainty during this time, and you understandably want to shield your...