Creating a comprehensive parenting plan is necessary when you part ways with your child’s other parent and plan to share the responsibilities of raising your child. In Texas, a parenting plan is a legally binding document that outlines the terms and conditions of...
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Why you should put your parenting plan into writing
When parents decide to part ways, they should have a clear and comprehensive plan in place for how they will co-parent their children. A written parenting plan provides structure, clarity and a reference point for everyone involved, leading to smoother co-parenting...
How can Texans co-parent more effectively?
Co-parenting is when both parents work together as a team to raise their children, even after the marriage or romantic relationship is over. Co-parenting can be challenging, especially when there are conflicts or disagreements between the parents. But, when done...
What does equitable distribution mean anyway?
If you are involved in a divorce (or even just contemplating it) in our state, you likely have heard the term, “equitable distribution.” However, it is possible you have never heard it, and you may be left wondering what it means. Equitable distribution of property...
Reviewing child support payment methods during divorce
If you find yourself in the middle of a divorce and expect to owe child support, you might have a considerable amount of anxiety as a result of your future obligations. After all, missing child support payments could create serious hardships in your life, whether you...
When can parents in Texas modify a child support order?
Parents in Texas understand that even if they are no longer in a relationship together, they are both responsible for providing for their child's needs. This means ensuring their child has a place to live, appropriate food and clothing and the other necessities of...
How do Texas divorce laws divide a couple’s property and debts?
Texas community property laws generally divide a couple’s marital property and shared debts. As noted by the Texas Family Code, unless debts classify as a spouse’s separate responsibility, spouses may claim offsets or reimbursements for debts incurred while married....
Does Texas allow my ex to take my child overseas?
Whether you have joint or sole custody of your child, you have certain rights and obligations when it comes to international travel with your child. In this blog post, we will explain some of the options you have if your former spouse wants to take your child overseas...
What not to do when telling your children about your divorce
Divorce can be difficult for everyone involved. For minor children, who have no say and no control, it is a source of extreme upheaval and oftentimes anxiety or depression. Because it can impact children deeply, it is important to handle informing them about the...
What does equitable distribution mean in Texas?
If you are going through a divorce in our state, you wonder how your property will be divided between you and your spouse. Texas is one of the few states that recognizes community property laws, which means that most of the property acquired during the marriage...