In Texas, dependent spouses may be awarded spousal maintenance (alimony) from their ex when they get divorced -- but that alimony is conditional. If the dependent spouse remarries, the spousal maintenance will end.According to Texas law, spousal maintenance is also...
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Month: November 2020
Prepare for a New Year’s divorce with these 4 steps
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 24, 2020 | High Asset Divorce
You're pretty sure you want a divorce -- but you've decided to delay formal action until after the holidays are over.That does not mean, however, that you should just sit around and look for ways to kill the time between now and then. Four ways to get ready for your...
Will divorce have you fighting to keep inheritances or gifts?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 23, 2020 | Property Division
Throughout life, it is not unusual for people to receive monetary gifts or inheritances, which can sometimes come in considerable amounts. Though you may greatly appreciate the inheritance, it can be stressful to think about it when going through a divorce. After all,...
Holiday issues your parenting plan didn’t address
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 20, 2020 | Child Custody
Parenting plans are designed to frame the interactions between divorced parents. Ideally, your parenting plan will be a comprehensive guide that helps you avoid conflicts with your ex-spouse as you rear your children.With that in mind, your parenting plan probably has...
What happens to marital debt in a Texas divorce?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 12, 2020 | Property Division
You never thought twice about sharing your credit cards with your spouse -- nor did your spouse think anything about lending you their cards when you needed them.Over time, though, those debts have piled up. Now that you're getting a divorce, what happens to them?...
Are international child custody issues a concern for you?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 9, 2020 | Child Custody, International Child Custody Issues
Child custody matters can quickly become complicated. If you believe that your ex-spouse or soon-to-be ex-spouse may try to take your children out of the country or you are already facing international custody issues, you have a complex ordeal on your hands....
Should you litigate or settle your divorce?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 7, 2020 | High Asset Divorce
When a marriage ends, issues between a couple can quickly turn contentious. When you can't even remember why you ever thought your spouse was a good person, let alone a good match, it's easy to end up in litigation.But is that really your best option? Sometimes,...
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