A split or a divorce involving children causes various changes when it comes to parenting time. Whether a child custody battle ensues or not, the resulting custody agreement can feel permanent. While the current order is determined to be the most suitable arrangement...
Year: 2024
How will my divorce affect my federal taxes?
A divorce affects a person’s federal income taxes differently depending on their financial situation. Many times, it makes sense to speak to a tax accountant as well as an attorney if a divorce is on the horizon. There are some relatively common tax consequences to a...
Relocation’s impact on your child custody order
Whether married or unmarried, parents are often faced with many unexpected events. However, the weight of these events can feel heavier and more challenging for parents that are no longer together. When establishing a child custody agreement, a parent often considers...
How can a parent modify a child support order in Texas?
When a couple separates, and when they have children separates, courts in Texas often grant custody of the child to one parent and the other parent has visitation rights, unless, of course, circumstances demand otherwise. Child support too is determined at that time...
How parents can help their kids deal with the divorce of grandparents
A divorce involving grandparents aged 50 and above greatly affects not just their adult children but also their grandchildren. Kids and teens suffer from gray divorce when they suddenly can’t be with both grandparents and spend less time with them. According to a...
Two is better than one: Planning for sustainable co-parenting
Couples facing divorce might have numerous conflicts, but they will almost always agree on providing a good life for their children. For most parents, taking the time to jointly develop a strong co-parenting arrangement is the best choice for the future. Emotional...
How can divorce affect your social circle?
No matter how demanding the divorce process is, you can count on your circle of friends to help you through it. How else can you survive during this trying time? But even if they’ve been a solid group of people through and through, you should already expect that it’s...
What is a SAPCR case?
Child custody disputes can be a source of significant stress and tension during and after the divorce. Some parents can have a good enough relationship to settle issues privately. But sometimes, these conflicts can escalate, warranting families to seek legal options....
Three tips to support your mental well-being during divorce
It’s no secret that divorce can be financially and mentally challenging. This can be particularly true in contested cases. The process involves more than just separating from your spouse - it’s about dividing a life built together. Unfortunately, this huge transition...
What are the effects of divorce on children?
Emotions often run high during divorce for the involved parties and their family. These cases can have severe disputes, causing extended conflicts that may strain relationships. Out of all family members, the children often suffer the harshest blow. Most of the time,...