Dallas Family Law Blog
When can you request child custody modification?
Are you a Texas parents who divorced? Custody arrangements were likely among the first thing you worked out. You may have made arrangements on your own through an amicable divorce. You may have relied on the court to decide things for you. Regardless of how you got...
Postpartum depression and the divorce process
After the birth of a child, many families are excited and happy to welcome a new member into the family. However, some people face serious emotional hardships following childbirth, such as postpartum depression. Mothers who have recently given birth experience these...
Threats, false claims and combative behavior during a divorce
Sometimes, spouses cooperate with each other and bring their marriage to an end in an amicable manner. In fact, some work together to get a collaborative divorce and minimize conflict while saving time and money. Unfortunately, this is not the reality for many couples...
Why you shouldn’t treat your divorce like a winner-take-all fight
People typically don't get divorced because they're happy in their marriage, but that doesn't mean you have to let your negative emotions run the show at the end of your marriage. Despite the common belief that divorce must inevitably become an acrimonious and...
Separate property: What you should know
Texas follows a community property model when dividing marital property in a divorce case. This means that all property accumulated during the marriage is divided equally in half between you and your spouse. Yet, not all types of property are marital and some property...
Divorce mediation comes out on top when compared to litigation
Getting what you want out of a divorce can be difficult, and taking your spouse to court may seem like the best way to get things done. While you’re almost certainly guaranteed an answer for the judge, there is often a better way to get what you want. People who use...
What unique marital assets shouldn’t you forget in a divorce?
When planning your divorce, it may be easy to assume you have remembered all the potential situations you need to discuss in order to divide up your assets. However, some issues can be rather unique and hard to remember. Having a checklist of these unique items can...
What do you need to make joint custody work?
Are you a Texas parent getting a divorce? Handling child custody matters may be at the top of your list of concerns. After all, what you choose to do will have a permanent impact on your child's life. Today we will take a look at some of the things you should consider...
How do you ensure successful amicable divorce?
Texans who are getting a divorce may want to look into amicable divorce. It allows for problem-solving and discussion without fighting or court battles. Though it is not for everyone, it does have notable benefits. The American Psychology Association discusses...
What are some costs of divorce mediation?
Time, money, and effort are some of the most costly factors in a divorce mediation. It is understood that due to the stressful nature of the situation, there are also costs that may not be obvious to you when you first embark on this process. In a divorce settlement,...
