Actor Robert De Niro is best known for his long and illustrious acting career that has included such films as “Raging Bull,” “Goodfellas” and “Meet the Fockers.” Off-screen, he used to carefully guard his privacy, so he was no doubt...
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Filing an appeal after divorce litigation
Some who go through divorce litigation may feel that some errors or mistakes led to an unsatisfactory ruling by the judge. Generally, it is a long and complicated process to appeal a verdict because it is difficult to prove that a judge made an error, and even winning...
Women face more significant financial challenges in gray divorces
There has been much discussion in family law circles about the rise of so-called “gray divorce.” It is noteworthy because couples over 50 years are the only demographic where the numbers continue to rise.Divorce may be the right decision, but women...
Money-saving tips for coparents
There are many reasons why couples divorce, but money and finances are a common theme for divorces in every tax bracket. As they navigate the divorce process, there are many essential details to consider. None are more important than parents drafting a fair and...
Same-sex divorce presents unique challenges
Various large metropolitan areas recently held parades to mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots in New York City. That June 29, 1969, protest marked the beginning of the LGBT&Q rights movement, yet it was 46 years almost to the day that the U.S. Supreme...
Determining custody for parents who choose not to marry
Families come in all shapes and sizes, so Texas has made changes to its laws to accommodate a broader definition of family units. No longer is it a given that the mother gets custody of the children after filing for divorce, nor do all parents...
Creating a postnuptial agreement
Most of us are familiar with a prenuptial agreement, but a growing number of couples are turning to postnuptial agreements. The concept is the same, except that the couple waits until after the wedding day. Some plan it that way, while others see a need for one...
In divorce, not all animals are pets
It is not easy to divorce a spouse and move on with life. Aside from the emotional impact, splitting assets can make matters complex. After all, if you have significant assets, you may not even realize the extent of the marital property you must split between...
Building a blended family
The stepparent role traditionally often carried several negative stereotypes. It could be the "evil step-monster," the out of touch adult uninterested in kids, or a parent who showed a clear bias toward their own biological child. The blending of families, however, is...
Strategies for maintaining work performance during divorce
Divorce is one of the most difficult challenges that many of us will face. So regardless of how hard we try, it is likely that one's divorce will impact his or her ability to do their job. Along with taking off time for court or meetings it will also be harder to...
