Houston Divorce And Family Law Blog
What are some financial mistakes during divorce?
The emotional turmoil caused by divorce can make it hard to think clearly, but when it comes to your finances, you need to keep a cool head. Poor decisions you make during the divorce process can have lasting effects on your life. You might end up with far less money...
What is the 60-day Texas divorce?
If you are ready to end your marriage, the idea of going through a lengthy court proceeding may feel exhausting. Furthermore, you likely know that if your divorce drags on, it will only cost you more money. If you want to avoid a lengthy and expensive process, you may...
Frequently asked questions about child custody
Deciding child custody issues can be difficult even during amicable divorces. All decisions must be made in the best interest of the child, but when you and your ex disagree about what is best for your child, it can be hard to come to terms. Here are some basics of...
What legal documents should young people consider during estate planning?
Most financial advisers agree that estate planning should begin at a young age. The needs of younger individuals and couples, though, are not necessarily the same as that of an older couple. What, then, should a person in his or her twenties concentrate on when...
The Medicaid look-back period and long-term care in Texas
According to the American Council on Aging, as of October of 2019, a private room in a Houston area nursing home costs an average of $205 per day, or $74,825 per year. For a shared room, an elderly Texan may expect to pay $170 per day, or $62,050 per year. Most people...
Millennials, starter marriages and divorce
Ending a marriage can be an unpleasant experience at any age. When a couple has been together through college, and perhaps even high school, marriage can seem a logical next step. A couple in such a position may believe it really is forever because they know each...
Strong child custody agreement can mean a successful divorce
Divorce can be difficult, and when children are involved, it can be significantly more complicated. Child custody issues in Texas and elsewhere must be resolved carefully and should always keep the best interest of the child in mind. When formulating child custody...
Mediation in a divorce can help protect the friendship
Another January has arrived and with it plans for a new start, a pledge to eat healthier and finally lose weight -- whether it be physical weight or, for some, the heavy weight and stress of an unhappy marriage. In Texas and around the country January is known...
Divorce can lead to a better family dynamic
The end of the year is a time for contemplating the year past and the year yet to come. It is a time for making resolutions and new beginnings. In Texas and around the country it is also a time for contemplating divorce. January has become known as divorce month in...
Determining child custody can be an emotional struggle
No matter how well-planned or amicable, divorce is a major disruption in one's life in Texas. This is particularly true if there are children involved. It is certainly a disruption to one's personal life and can also have an impact on the individual's professional...
