You may be wondering how long your divorce will take. When you're just dating, it’s fairly simple to break up and get a clean start, allowing you to move on with your life relatively quickly. However, the legal process for ending a marriage takes a while, and you are...
Could fewer arguments with your spouse signal a divorce?
Couples in high-conflict marriages may feel like they argue and disagree all of the time. They may also have heard that this level of conflict is often a predictor of divorce. If they stop arguing, then, does that mean that their relationship is getting better and...
How can I protect my children during a divorce?
Trying to get through a divorce with as few problems and as little confusion as possible is enough of a challenge on its own. The challenge becomes much harder when children are involved. There are many ways a divorce can upset a child, and it is up to the parents to...
How does child custody work in Texas?
Divorcing parents usually share the same primary concern about their situation: Who will get custody of their children after the divorce? Texas law is somewhat unique in that custody is called “conservatorship," and there’s more than one kind. The difference between...
Is an uncontested divorce the right path for you?
Most people know that they don’t want to drag out their divorce or continue to deal with the relationship issues they’re facing indefinitely. They know that they want to do what is fair and get out of their marriage with the assets that they deserve. The majority of...
Will having a child cause us to get divorced?
Your spouse comes to you and says they're ready to start a family. You tell them you need some time to think about it. And, while you do think about your desire to have children, you also spend that time thinking about the impact such a development could have on your...
Study rates San Antonio as a good city for single divorcees
Being single isn't always easy, especially if you have been married before. After divorce, you may desire a new relationship but feel worried about getting out there again. If you live in San Antonio, you might be in luck. According to WalletHub, Alamo City is the...
What is community property when you divorce in Texas?
It is common for property division to be the most pressing concern for people divorcing if they don't have kids. Even for those with children, the outcome of splitting up your assets and debts will have a major impact on your life after the divorce and the quality of...
Do you need to tell your boss you’re getting divorced?
Legally speaking, of course, you don’t have to tell your boss anything about your marital life. If you’re getting divorced and you want to keep it to yourself, that’s fine. You don’t have to say anything. That said, it is often best to talk to your boss and at least...
Getting help facing the unique challenges of military divorce
The common marital challenges that lead to divorce can often be magnified for military couples. The high stress conditions of military service and extended deployments of one or both spouses are emotionally taxing. When there are children involved and one anchor...
