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Once you’ve decided that divorce is the only option for your marriage, you’re sure to have lots of questions. Take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions about Texas divorce and find out what to expect. Q: How long does it take to get divorced? A: The timeframe depends largely on the … Read more

  What Role Does Spousal Abandonment Play in Texas Divorce? Marriage can become complex, and when it does, some spouses choose to walk away. The other spouse may not know what to do. Texas is a no-fault divorce state, so they should not find it hard to get a divorce if they determine that to … Read more

Who Pays Child Support After a Divorce in Texas? The Texas Family Code states that the court can order either or both parents to pay child support following a divorce. However, in most situations where parents share custody and visitation, the non-custodial parent pays support to the custodial parent. The paying parent is also known … Read more

Ideally, a prenuptial agreement protects the parties from unjust divisions of property or attempts at legal vengeance in the event of a divorce. But what happens when the problem is with the prenup itself? What if it was not written properly? Does it make demands that can’t legally be enforced? A prenup, also known as a premarital … Read more

Does Texas Have Legal Separation? Texas doesn’t have a legal separation statute. The state also doesn’t require spouses to separate before they can begin their divorce process. Besides, there’s no defined process for a legal separation. However, the rationale behind separation before divorce lies in the following: Preventing quick divorces that the parties may not … Read more

One of the pertinent issues divorcing parties must discuss is how to care for their children, especially if the minors are under 18 or still in college. Child support can be a contentious issue, and it can be difficult for the parents to reach an agreement outside the court. Thus, the court will make the … Read more

The end of any relationship can be stressful, but when children are involved, potential problems are amplified greatly. Rather than two individuals simply opting to go their separate ways forever, they’re often forced to remain in each other’s lives for the sake of their children. And while every case is different, there’s a persistent belief … Read more

Most people have heard of prenuptial agreements — often referred to as prenups — and understand that they’re a way to protect assets in case of divorce. However, fewer people know about postnuptial agreements. These are marital contracts signed after a couple has married, but the intent of such a document is the same as with prenups. … Read more