For couples who fall in love and pledge to devote the rest of their lives to each other, the prospect of divorce can be overwhelming when they realize the marriage is over. Fear of the unknown, determining where your children will live and how to share in marital...
Year: 2020
How the consequences of one DWI charge can linger
In Texas, you should not take a DWI charge lightly. Even if it is your first offense, a criminal charge can lead to expensive penalties that may cost you money and time behind bars in the short term and privileges and opportunities down the line. First-time DWI...
South Dakota trusts help husband hide money
Texas is a community property state, but some spouses will try to commit fraud on the community by moving assets or undervaluing them in a divorce. As the description of this practice states, it is a form of fraud, and courts will punish it. However, one state's laws...
The pros and cons of going to trial in a divorce
In a community property state like Texas, nearly all assets acquired by a couple during marriage will be split equally upon divorce. An exception would be if the spouses agree to a different type of arrangement. It is generally preferable for the parties to reach a...
Put a price on your future by valuing investments in divorce
Divorce can be a complicated process, especially when it comes to splitting up assets. It’s generally not as easy as a literal half and half, especially when complicated money matters are at the heart of your holdings. Texas is a community property state, which means...