When a marriage ends, the court may order that one spouse pay the other spouse alimony. Called spousal maintenance in Texas, this arrangement may occur when one person has much higher wages or earning potential than his or her former partner. Learn more about how...
Do I have to get divorced if I was only common law married?
In Texas, common law marriages are legally binding. If you decided to informally marry using common law, you may still need to get divorced when you want to part ways. There are a few things you must do for the marriage to be legal in the first place. Texas Family...
How is property division handled in Texas?
When couples in Texas decide that it's time to get a divorce, you will first need to jump through a number of legal hoops. Among them is property division, an important step in any divorce that is handled differently depending on where you live. FindLaw takes a look...
How does divorce affect my credit rating?
Divorce in Texas affects a lot of things from splitting finances to arranging custody agreements between parents. One overlooked area that divorce affects your life is your credit score. A contested divorce can have a major impact, but even an uncontested divorce can...
Discussing custody issues with family members
Child custody cases can be complex for countless reasons, from bitter disputes to uncertainty over one’s ability to take on responsibilities after a divorce. Splitting up parenting time can be tough, especially with busy schedules and changes from one week to the...
