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Month: April 2019
Shift in who pays alimony seen in study
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 28, 2019 | Spousal Support (Alimony)
There was a time when getting divorced almost automatically meant a husband would be paying alimony to a former wife. Today, however, spousal support may or may not be part of a Texas couple's divorce agreement. Changing social roles and even the new tax code are...
Should I let my spouse keep the house?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 21, 2019 | Property Division
If you and your spouse in Texas are getting divorced, you know that it can be difficult to choose which one of you will end up with what assets or debts after your divorce has been completed. Every single thing in your life can feel subject to the choice of who gets...
Benefits of joint custody
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 15, 2019 | Child Custody
If you are a parent in Texas and are going through a divorce, figuring out custody is probably high on your priority list. While you may think you are the better parent and want to fight for sole custody, it is important to take a step back and look at the benefits to...
What steps can you take to prevent international child abduction?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 7, 2019 | Child Custody
Anyone who has ever gone through a Texas divorce can likely attest that the process can prove long, tedious and complicated, and in situations where the married parties are from two different nations, the separation can prove even more convoluted. You may, for...
Dealing with court-ordered mediation
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 6, 2019 | Child Custody
Many Texas court systems recommend, offer or order mediation services for divorcing couples. Understanding the court's position on this conflict-resolution tool often helps litigants get the most out of mandatory mediation sessions. There is not much continuity within...
These signs could indicate that you are heading for divorce
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 5, 2019 | Divorce
Like other couples, you probably never thought when you got married that you would consider getting divorced. What may have started as a fleeting thought might now consume you.You aren't sure whether your relationship has reached a point where the two of you would...
I can’t afford my child support payments. What should I do?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 3, 2019 | Child Support
As a divorced parent, being away from your children can be difficult, even when it's just for a few days. You may make every effort to be involved in their lives, including taking advantage of your custody arrangements and making court-ordered support payments. But...
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