The courts favor joint custody, and many child development experts agree that it is best when both parents are actively involved in raising the children. Nevertheless, a parent’s alcohol addiction can make family life even more complicated and stressful than parents...
Year: 2021
The Gates’ divorce starts with a separation agreement
Bill and Melinda Gates announced earlier this month that they were finally getting divorced after 27 years of marriage. Melinda filed in Washington State, citing that the marriage was irretrievably broken. The fourth richest man in the world and his wife are worth an...
Opinion on divorce trends vary
Marriages can be difficult during normal times, but the last year-plus has made it particularly difficult for some people. The increased time spent at home or out of work have led some to experience elevated financial stress, boredom, disagreements about parenting or...
Don’t make custody disputes worse
Child custody issues are often one of the most contentious parts of a divorce. They are also a common reason for divorced coparents to file a petition for modification. The reasons for the dispute often involve a "substantial and material" change in circumstances, the...
How do I prepare to start a high-asset divorce?
In a divorce, the key to defending the best interests of you and your family is preparation. Divorce has lasting consequences that can affect what resources you have in the future, where you live, how you live with your children, and can cost a spouse thousands of...
Does a spouse get part of a business started before the marriage?
Dividing assets is often one of the most complicated parts of a divorce. Texas divorce laws call for couples to divide community (marital) assets during a divorce. Community assets are accrued after the marriage and generally divided equally if there is no fault in...
Texas tops list of destinations for newly divorced women
Divorce is a time of transition and change. If a newly divorced spouse does not have custody issues or a job keeping them in the same area, some find that a change to fresh surroundings is part of their new life. At least, this is likely part of the mindset of an...
Essential matters to discuss with an attorney when filing for divorce
The potential client may meet with a few attorneys as you prepare to file for the JOY of Divorce. During the initial consultation, the attorney will likely go through a checklist of issues to discuss. However, each divorce is unique, and the client often finds it...
Dividing assets may require reimbursement claims
One of the most significant issues in any divorce involves the division of assets. Here in Texas, property or assets are categorized as community property (jointly owned by spouses) or as separate property (individually owned). Unless the couple has a prenuptial or...