Taking stock of one’s marital estate is a key aspect of divorce. Spouses have to identify marital property, including personal property acquired with marital income. They also need to determine what those assets are worth. Particularly valuable assets can be...
After spending time curating a comprehensive will, it is wise to choose a suitable executor you can trust. It is important to make sure that the individual or entity you select will follow every instruction in your estate plan. For such an important decision, you want...
Planning for the future is essential for everyone, regardless of gender or financial background. Estate planning helps ensure assets are divided per an individual’s wishes, potentially providing peace of mind and security for loved ones. While the topic may seem...
Most people naturally associate January with new beginnings because it’s the first month of the year. For this reason, many choose to begin afresh in January with hopes of turning their life around as the year unfolds. Perhaps this is why many marriages hanging on a...
Child custody, known as conservatorship in Texas, and visitation (possession) can be the most challenging aspects of a divorce or separation. Parents must balance their schedules, preferences and their children’s needs. However, these orders often require changes as...
Almost every adult could benefit from the creation of an estate plan. Some people have more of an incentive than others. Those with valuable property and more complex situations may need a thorough estate plan, as their death could lead to their families fighting if...
Divorce proceedings are complex and emotionally charged, with financial disputes often at the heart of the conflict. When emotions run high, as they often do during divorce, individuals can make poor choices — such as the attempt to hide assets. In Texas, as in other...
Blended families are more common than ever before. Many people who have children divorce and then eventually start new relationships. Remarrying after divorce can lead to the creation of a blended family if a spouse also has children. Blended families provide a lot of...
It is normal for people to worry about property division when they divorce. Couples in Texas are subject to community property rules. The state typically expects them to share whatever they acquire during the marriage. The income and property of both spouses become...
Property division is often the biggest source of anxiety in a Texas divorce. People don't fully understand community property laws and often worry that they could end up at a major financial disadvantage when dividing their resources with their spouses. Contrary to...