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During your marriage, you received a significant inheritance from your late uncle, who in many ways was like a second father to you. The regular phone calls and texts, the annual visits you and the fun-filled activities and discussions led to a lifetime connection....
Texas is one of a handful of “community property” states, which means that any income or assets received during a Texas marriage belong to both parties. The same holds true when it comes to debts accrued during the marriage. Texas requires that all community property...
Texas is a community property state, which means that a husband and wife own equal shares of anything they acquire during their marriage. If one spouse receives a large inheritance, however, the other spouse does not automatically own half of it. The exception to...
Child custody matters will be top priority in your divorce proceedings and the court will encourage flexibility in parenting time planning. The standard possession order or SPO that is part of a custody order establishes a schedule for the time each parent will spend...
If you are thinking about ending your marriage, you may want to talk with friends and family members about their divorces. After all, those who have gone through divorce may have valuable insights to help you better manage yours. Still, no two divorces unfold in the...
After your marriage ends, you may be planning to use your airline miles for a much-needed trip to paradise. If you acquired your miles during your marriage, though, they are probably community property. Consequently, your spouse may claim some ownership interest in...
The stress of a divorce can make it difficult to think clearly. Ironically, it is during this time that you make some of the most important decisions in your life. These choices can affect you and your children for decades to come. Many decisions take time. You need...
Couples who appreciate art may spend decades building their collections of original work. When this type of marriage ends in divorce, however, property division quickly becomes complex. If you are facing divorce and have developed a sizable art collection with your...
Whether you own a hip downtown flat, a gorgeous Sugarland mansion or a beachfront Galveston gem, you love your home. Not only does your house provide a comfortable place to relax and unwind, but it also represents one of your more valuable assets. If you are planning...
Ending a marriage is not a decision to make lightly. You have undoubtedly given the idea a lot of thought as problems in your marital relationship persisted, and you may feel that it is becoming the most viable option for regaining a sense of fulfillment and happiness...
