Going through a divorce can be a tough and confusing time for many couples. It often means making big decisions about property, finances, and, if there are kids involved, who gets to spend time with them. One way some couples work through these issues is...
Divorce can be a really tough experience for families. Many people wonder why marriages end and what the main reasons are for divorce. While there can be many different reasons, one common cause often stands out: communication problems. 1. Poor Communication One of the biggest reasons for...
Have you ever wondered if it's possible to establish financial protections after tying the knot? At Navarrette Family Law, we often hear this question from couples exploring their options for safeguarding assets and ensuring clarity in case of unforeseen circumstances. While prenuptial agreements are well-known...
When it comes to protecting your assets and clarifying financial expectations before marriage, a prenuptial agreement (prenup) is a valuable tool. Prenups allow couples to define what assets will remain separate property and what will be considered marital property in the event of a divorce....
Getting married is an exciting and happy time, but it’s also a time to consider practical matters, including financial planning. One of the most effective ways to protect your assets in case of divorce is by having a prenuptial agreement. A prenuptial agreement, also known as...
So you and your spouse have had a difficult conversation and decided to end your marriage. Whatever the reason, you now have the divorce process ahead of you. The first step is filing for divorce. Without that, the proceedings cannot begin. The state of Texas does...
In the United States, the divorce rate is 2.3 per 1,000 people in the population according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Divorce happens for a myriad of reasons and at varying times. A more common trend that many don’t realize is that...
There is a lot that must be decided when a couple divorces. Other than children, property split is the next big thing to determine. In addition to property, there is one more aspect that people might not think of right away - debt. According to a...
If you are going through a divorce, a few aspects that will need to get settled come to mind right away. Custody, child support, and the division of assets such as homes, money, and other property are likely the first things you will think of....
Spousal maintenance, commonly known as spousal support, is a court-ordered type of payment. There's a series of qualifications that you have to meet for spousal maintenance. Alimony is a contractual agreement between two parties. The court can't order alimony, they can only order spousal maintenance. Spousal Maintenance Eligibility...
