Same-sex couples who married in Texas or elsewhere before relocating to Texas may eventually divorce. The laws that apply during divorce are the same regardless of the sexual orientation or identity of the individual spouses. However, the practical implications of...
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What makes a divorce more contentious?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | May 21, 2026 | Divorce
Some divorce cases progress rather smoothly, and the couple is able to quickly find resolutions as they end their marriage. But other cases are very contentious and lead to extensive conflict that can sometimes make the divorce take longer and become far more...
During divorce, can your spouse make you leave the home?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | May 7, 2026 | Divorce
You get a text from your spouse while you are on the way home from work, telling you that the two of you need to talk. You have been having marital troubles lately and discussing divorce, so you are not necessarily surprised. What does surprise you when you get home...
Understanding Texas high-asset property division in divorce
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 27, 2026 | High Asset Divorce
Dividing property in a high-asset divorce can be complex and emotionally challenging because these cases often involve significant wealth, multiple investments and valuable personal property. High-asset divorce situations require more detailed financial reviews and...
Can a new relationship end spousal support payments?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 6, 2026 | Alimony
Spousal support, also known as alimony, can help to make the economic outcome of divorce fairer. When there is a significant gap in the income of the spouses or if one spouse focused on home services more than employment, the spouse with the lower income can petition...
3 options for your jointly-owned business in divorce
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Mar 18, 2026 | Divorce
Getting divorced as business owners can make things much more complicated. Many businesses are jointly owned by two partners, who may not even have a partnership agreement in place. As long as they were married, they assumed that things would work out smoothly. But in...
Challenges for children living in two homes
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Mar 6, 2026 | Child Custody
Parents who go through a divorce have to help their children learn how to live between two homes. This is challenging to a child who has likely spent their entire life with their parents under the same roof. As a parent, one of the most difficult tasks when you're...
Addressing changes to child custody in the coming months
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Feb 17, 2026 | Child Custody
In March and April, many coparents start thinking about their child custody and visitation schedule. During the school year, things may have been very consistent. But as the spring and summer approach, some changes may be necessary. For example, coparents may want to...
Same-sex parents may want to settle custody issues privately
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Feb 6, 2026 | Child Custody
Custody litigation is a standard part of divorce when spouses have children together. Generally speaking, married couples share parental rights and responsibilities after the end of a marriage. However, some families have more complicated circumstances than others....
Who decides a home’s value during a Texas divorce?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 30, 2026 | Property Division
Divorce proceedings help people who have lived together separate their lives. Spouses need to identify their marital assets and determine what they are worth. They then negotiate arrangements for splitting those reasons, as well as their marital debts. High-asset...
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