If you are in a marriage relationship that has run its course you probably are motivated to get things over and done with as quickly as possible. The desire to escape the emotional pressure is surely high. But to address all the factors of a Texas divorce, you need to...
Blog
- Home » Category: "Alimony" (Page 2)
Alimony
In spousal support matters, precision with terms is critical
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Aug 10, 2016 | Alimony
Some wise person once said, "Fast is fine, but accuracy is everything." Depending on whom you choose to go with, that person was either an ancient Greek historian or old Wild West legend, Wyatt Earp. For the purposes of this blog, we'll go with Earp. He's someone with...
Alimony, maintenance, support: Word changes reveal shifting norms
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jun 10, 2016 | Alimony
Not too long ago, when people in Houston and the rest of Texas talked about alimony, everyone pretty much understood what was being talked about. Alimony was that amount of money that ex-husbands paid to their ex-wives as part of a divorce settlement. At the time,...
What should I know about alimony judgments?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Mar 4, 2016 | Alimony
Alimony payments are something that many people automatically think about when they file for a divorce. The thing that people must realize about alimony payments is that there isn't a guarantee that alimony payments will be awarded. It is up to the judge who is...
How does the court system in Texas grant alimony?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 24, 2015 | Alimony
Alimony is money paid from one spouse to another in the case of a divorce. To be eligible for alimony, or spousal maintenance, a petition must be made to the court following the divorce. The judge presiding can order spousal maintenance for either spouse if the person...
Should I refuse alimony payments?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Nov 20, 2015 | Alimony
Alimony is an important subject for any couples who have been married for several years when they begin discussing divorce. While the increase in marriages where both people work full time has changed the way alimony and spousal support are handled, they are still...
Handling media attention in high-profile divorce cases
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Oct 23, 2015 | Alimony
Divorce is very common in Texas, and in the United States in general. You'd think that would mean people were very used to it and didn't pay much attention to it. On the whole, that's true, as tons of divorces happen every day and get no attention. With high-profile...
Know your rights regarding alimony in Texas
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jun 11, 2015 | Alimony
Stories about people who are paying or receiving alimony might have some people in Texas wondering if they will be able to get alimony as part of their divorce settlement. There are some very strict requirements for alimony in Texas, so making sure you understand them...
What happens when an ex-spouse fails to pay spousal support?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | May 29, 2015 | Alimony
Many men and women come to rely on the spousal support payments they receive from their exes. What happens, though, when that payment is not received or worse, when several payments are received?For those whose spousal support order was issued by a Texas court, the...
What does ‘minimum reasonable needs’ for alimony mean?
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Apr 28, 2015 | Alimony
Alimony, or spousal maintenance, in Texas went through a dramatic change in 2011, when a new law went into effect. The new law allows for a much more balanced and fairer approach.One of the things a judge will consider after deciding a spouse is indeed eligible for...
Categories
- Adoption (21)
- Alimony (33)
- Blog (6)
- Child Custody (233)
- Child Health (14)
- Child Support (46)
- Divorce (169)
- Domestic Violence (22)
- Father's Rights (7)
- Grandparent's Rights (16)
- High Asset Divorce (63)
- International Child Custody Issues (20)
- International Family Law (8)
- Prenuptial Agreements (46)
- Property Division (111)
- Same-Sex Couples & Divorce (24)
- Spousal Support (Alimony) (27)
- Uncategorized (4)
- Visitation (10)
Read Our White Paper
International Family Law:
Divorce And Custody In A Global Age