If you are just biding your time until January to file for divorce, you are not alone. Many people wait until the holiday season is past to break the bad news to their spouses and families. Even so, you should use this time to start to compile all of the documents...
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Among your New Year’s resolutions: Get a divorce
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 14, 2021 | Divorce
With the end of the year not far away, some people in troubled marriages seriously consider divorce as a suitable option for the new year. Doing away with the old to make way for a new beginning is a common New Year’s resolution. And some people apply this aphorism to...
Changing your last name after divorce for your safety
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 9, 2021 | Divorce
It does not matter how many years you have been married to your spouse — a major issue has been the marital violence to which you have been subjected. Keep in mind that, after you are officially divorced, a name change will mean contacting several government agencies,...
Could going to a therapist ruin my marriage?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 7, 2021 | Divorce
Over the last several years, mental health awareness has become more prevalent. As the world has changed over the past two years, you may have noticed areas where you struggle with your mental wellbeing. There are many approaches to improving your mental health,...
How to make your divorce more cost-effective
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 6, 2021 | Divorce
There are several aspects that need to be settled during a divorce, with finances often being at the top of the list. Not only do finances play a key role in divorce negotiations, but they also tend to be a key reason for why the divorce was initiated in the first...
What role does guilt play in a divorce?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 30, 2021 | Divorce
Whether you wanted to go through a divorce or not, you may feel guilty because the marriage you imagined did not go as planned. Divorces tend to bring on many negative emotions, so both you and your spouse may be feeling bad about what’s happening. Even though you...
Don’t forget deferred compensation when dividing your property
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 26, 2021 | Property Division
Trying to secure a fair outcome in a divorce is rarely easy. One spouse's misconduct could impact your financial situation through wasteful spending. Spouses with significant resources often need to check for hidden assets as well. Even if you don't have to worry...
The role of adoption in a Texas same-sex divorce
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 18, 2021 | Child Custody
Same-sex couples can marry and divorce in Texas just like heterosexual couples. In theory, divorce rights are the same for everyone. In practice, however, LGBTQ+ couples who are considering divorce may have more complications than heterosexual couples typically do....
What can you do when your ex won’t let you see your kids?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 15, 2021 | Divorce
Ending a failed romantic relationship should not end your relationship with your children. Whether you and your ex are in the middle of a messy divorce or never married and have just split up, the relationship with your children should not suffer because of your...
Is it possible to get spousal support in Texas?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 12, 2021 | Spousal Support (Alimony)
Texas is known for fantastic barbecue, the Alamo and its abundance of crude oil. It is also known to many as a no alimony state, but this is not entirely accurate. Many Houston residents getting divorced rule out spousal support because they do not believe it is an...
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