Retirement accounts such as pensions, 401(k) accounts and IRAs can represent a significant portion of a married couple's wealth. If such a marriage ends in divorce, the spouses will likely need to divide all or part of a retirement account as part of the property...
A contentious child custody dispute can fray your emotions and create uncertainty about the time you get to spend with your child. That’s why it’s imperative that you go into a contested custody case with well-developed legal arguments that are focused on your child’s...
Getting through divorce can be difficult under normal circumstances considering that you and your spouse will either have to negotiate or litigate over marital property, spousal support and child custody. But the process can be overwhelming when your spouse is an...
Children can easily be caught in the middle of a Texas family law case. Parents who are trying to move forward after ending their relationship while creating a safe and nurturing environment for their children need to remember that the child's needs and best interests...
As your divorce unfolds, there may come a time when your spouse wants to depose you. The purpose of a deposition is twofold. First, it allows the other party to learn information that it may not otherwise discover. Second, it can pin the witness down to their...
Many parents who are caught up in a custody dispute lose focus of their children’s best interest as they fight to “win” their arguments. But a disagreement isn’t about attacking the other parent to assassinate their character. Instead, your arguments should be...
A child custody dispute can be hard fought and highly contentious. Knowing that the outcome of your custody case can have significant ramifications for your child and your relationship with them, navigating the process can be incredibly stressful and worrisome. This...
Social medial touches many aspects of our lives today. It can be a powerful and efficient way to remain connected with our family and friends, find support in the community, and vent our emotions. Although those aspects of social media have considerable value, your...
The property division process in your divorce may be the largest financial transaction of your life. The outcome can shape your financial well-being for years to come, and if you’re not careful, you may be left without the resources that you need. If you’re older, a...
Despite the bond and the relationship that you have with your child, their other parent might take action to try to restrict your access and limit your contact with your child. This will take the form of a child custody modification request, which will be filed with...