Dividing property during a divorce is only part of the process. Debts can also affect what each spouse takes on after the marriage ends. Credit cards, car loans, mortgages and medical bills all factor into the divorce. In Texas, the timing and nature of a debt can...
3 ways to protect your assets in a San Antonio divorce
When you have spent years building your savings, buying property or growing a business, the thought of dividing those assets during a divorce can be difficult. You may wonder what you can do to protect what you have worked for while the divorce is pending. Here are...
How Texas courts divide property in divorce
Divorce is a deeply emotional experience, but under Texas law, it is also the dissolution of a financial partnership. Texas is a community property state, meaning most property obtained by either you or your spouse during the marriage belongs to both of you. When you...
What is the difference between community and separate property?
When you are going through a divorce in Texas, the classification of property could significantly impact your financial future. The difference between community property and separate property determines the division of assets. It is essential to understand the...
What happens when your spouse wastes community assets?
Ending your marriage can be heartbreaking, but discovering your spouse has been spending the community estate on someone else is devastating. In Texas, the law calls this Fraud on the Community or a waste of marital assets. Because the state follows the community...
Will your privacy be compromised during a high-conflict divorce?
Going through a high-conflict divorce can feel like your entire life is under a microscope. During the proceedings, there might be times when you think that the opposing counsel will dig into every corner of your life. These concerns are natural when emotions run high...
How divorce affects parental rights in blended families
Blended families are unique, and they also come with complex legal challenges. When the parents divorce, questions about parental rights can feel confusing and emotional. Texas law draws clear lines between legal parents and stepparents, even when everyone plays an...
Is an uncontested divorce fit for you?
You and your spouse made the decision to divorce, agreeing to move forward peacefully. With this mutual goal, settling the matter through an uncontested divorce is your chosen path. But is this the best fit for your situation? To find out, you need to review whether...
When is divorce mediation required in Texas?
Is mediation mandatory in a Texas divorce? The answer isn’t a simple “yes or no.” Texas Family Code allows a judge to refer any divorce case to mediation. While not strictly mandatory under state law, most local courts, including those in Bexar County, have standing...
What happens if one spouse hides assets during divorce?
Divorce requires complete honesty about finances. In Texas, both spouses must disclose all assets, debts, and income before dividing property. But what happens if one spouse tries to hide assets? Courts take this issue seriously, and the consequences can be...