If you’re in the middle of a divorce or a child custody dispute, you do not have the right to flee with your child. In fact, even if you are the child’s biological or legal guardian/parent, if you take your child, it may be considered kidnapping. To legally take your child out of state when […]
Family Law Articles
Is it worth fighting over? Successfully Disputing Property in Divorce
One of the most complicated issues when getting a divorce is making a determining property division. Sometimes, it simply isn’t worth the fight. To help you learn which property you should try to keep and which you should let go, here are some tips on disputing property in divorce. A Judge Will Make a Determination […]
The Pros and Cons of Prenuptial Agreements
A prenuptial agreement is an agreement that is entered into by two parties prior to marriage. The marriage details what will happen to the couple’s assets in the event of a separation or divorce. Let’s review the pros and cons of prenuptial agreements. Pro: Protecting Assets for Children from a Previous Marriage One of the […]
If I move out before divorce and leave the kids with the other parent, will that hurt my chances of custody at a later date?
During a separation or a divorce, one parent may move out of the house, leaving the other parent with the responsibility of caring for the children. At a later date (during a custody hearing), though, the parent who moved out before divorce may wonder whether or not that move will hurt the chances of getting […]
Who gets custody of pets in divorce?
When most people think about custody arguments and custody orders in divorce, they’re talking about children. However, to many people, their pets are part of their family, and parting with them during a separation can be emotional. If you have a pet and are going through the divorce, here is what you need to know […]
The Pitfalls of Child Custody Without Court Order
Going to court to make a determination about a child custody agreement isn’t something that most people relish. Court battles can be drawn out, expensive, and emotionally exhausting. However, child custody without court order leaves room for many things to go wrong. The following reviews the pitfalls of a child custody agreement without a court […]
Dallas Divorce and Debt
When two people get divorced in Texas, the laws are unique regarding how any existing debts in the marriage are divided. A judge must make a determination about division of property and debts that is considered “just and equitable.” However, what is just and equitable for one couple may be very different from what is […]
Dallas Child Custody: Supervised Visitation Requests
If you’re going through a divorce in Dallas and have a child or children, you and your spouse will have to decide with whom your child will live. If you’re pursuing divorce because of your spouse’s dangerous or destructive behavior, though, and are worried about child custody, supervised visitation may be the answer. Situations When […]
Child Support: Unmarried Dallas Parents
In terms of child support, unmarried parents can be required to either pay or receive it. Your responsibility as parents remains regardless of your marital situation with one another. Unmarried same-sex spouses have different rules, such as that they must petition for custody of a child. The Unmarried Father Responsibilities If you are named in […]
Should my spouse and I live in the same house during a divorce?
No, you should not live together during divorce in Dallas. There are even some cases in which moving out of the house is not only recommended, but also necessary. Emotional Considerations for Immediately after a Divorce It is understandably difficult for you to walk out of your marital home which has a strong emotional connection […]
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