Texas is a community property state. This means that all property acquired during the marriage belongs equally to each spouse. This includes not only your real estate, retirement accounts, automobiles etc., but also includes your belongings, such as your furniture. How to Divide Belongings The first step in dividing your belongings…
Almost everyone agrees that going through a divorce is stressful. For some, the process is more stressful than for others. Some spouses respond to the divorce by making the process difficult. They are uncooperative and make it almost impossible to work together to come up with their own settlement agreement….
Going through a divorce is always an emotional time. Some women who stay home with minor children often find it particularly difficult. At Springer & Lyle, we recognize this and help you through the process so that you can emerge on the other side as a whole person ready to…
Couples who are considering a divorce and who have minor children often wonder if they should stay together “for the sake of the kids” and wait until the children are grown to divorce. There are pros and cons to both views. Pros of Waiting Until the Children Are Grown There…
Texas law makes it clear that a final judgment concerning the division of community property cannot be modified. Other orders, such as those for child support, child visitation, and spousal support can be modified if there has been a change in circumstances since the original order, but the order dividing…
It is possible to get a divorce in Texas without the assistance of an attorney. The law does not require you to have an attorney, and there are many websites that offer, for a small fee, to walk you through the process. A better question is “Should I get a…
One important part of your divorce settlement agreement should be making changes to your will. There are unfortunate consequences if you fail to do this. Drafting a New Will After the Divorce If you have named your spouse in your will as the beneficiary of most of your assets when…
Marriage is sometimes difficult, but many couples stay together because it seems easier to live with problems than to make changes. There are some situations that make it impossible for you to continue living in your marriage. Each case is different, and you have to decide for yourself when it…
One major concern almost all people have when they decide to divorce is how much the divorce will cost. They know they will be dividing their assets and using the same income to support two households instead of one, and finances are always on their mind. At Springer & Lyle,…
Psychiatrists and psychologists concluded quite a few years ago that going through a divorce is the second most stressful life event. This is true even if both parties agree that a divorce is the right thing for them. Unfortunately, parents can get so focused on the financial and emotional aspects…
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