When the courts establish a child support order, they consider the income of both of the parents at that time. There are certain situations, like becoming unemployed for example, when you will need to modify the child support order. If your circumstances have changed...
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Month: April 2020
Understanding how collaborative law works
So many people have likely heard horror stories of divorces in which the two spouses ended up virtually at war with one another. This stereotype is sadly cultivated by people bitter not only about what they lost during a divorce, but how difficult and adversarial the...
Can being uncivil hurt your divorce?
Divorces can be messy. In the middle of a split, you may find it difficult to say anything nice about your former spouse. Civilities are easier to throw out the window during a divorce. At first, it may seem harmless. The two of you are upset and so there is nothing...
The process of an uncontested divorce
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marital relationship, there are two basic types of divorce to consider: contested and uncontested. You would file for a contested divorce if you and your spouse do not agree on all major issues, such as child custody,...
Will military service complicate my adoption?
Texas’ reputation as a veteran-friendly state carries over into state legal code when it comes to adoptions. State law explicitly forbids discrimination against a potential adoptive parent for past or present service in the United States military. Service in the armed...
How to approach child custody discussions in mediation
One of the main benefits of going through mediation is the ability to avoid the bitterness of a contested divorce. That does not mean these discussions always go smoothly. Certain topics can be extremely emotional, potentially leading to heated disagreements. One of...
Avoiding divorce due to child custody concerns
When people think about getting a divorce, there is a wide range of concerns they likely have on their minds. The financial impact of the divorce process is very difficult, especially for couples who have kids (such as child support and concerns about one's ability to...
Ending a marriage during pregnancy
For people dealing with various challenges in life, getting a divorce is complicated. Financial concerns, conflict with one's ex and stress related to the legal system are common hurdles that people have to work through. However, there are other unique circumstances...
Getting a divorce right after adopting a child
There is a multitude of legal issues to consider when a marriage falls apart, but topics involving children are particularly complicated and emotional. Moreover, some child matters are even more complex, such as families who have adopted children. If you recently...