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| Things You Should Know About Obtaining A Divorce In Texas Contemplating divorce is always difficult. Involving a knowledgeable Texas family law attorney as soon as possible in the divorce process is one of the best ways to preserve your own long-term financial and emotional health. Grounds for Divorce A divorce is a method of terminating a marriage contract between two individuals. In Texas, divorce can either be "no fault" or fault-based. No fault divorce is a marital termination proceeding where the divorce is granted without either party being required to show fault (show that the other party caused the breakdown of the marriage). Under no fault rules, either party may obtain a divorce, even if the other spouse does not consent to the divorce. Married people can get a no fault divorce if their marriage has become "insupportable" or if the couple has been living apart for three years. Division of Property in Texas When there is little or no marital property, no children, no issues of spousal maintenance, amicable spouses can usually obtain a quick divorce by making a divorce agreement and having a judge approve it. Most divorces, however, are quite different and far more complex. The typical Texas divorce involves a union of many years with considerable marital property, both personal property and real estate, children, family businesses, large or concealed debts, trust funds, real estate in other states, joint and separate accounts, investments, insurance, pensions, and other assets. In these complex situations, the parties often cannot divide their property on their own and therefore may require court involvement for its ultimate division. Child Support In the State of Texas, the provisions of the Texas family code dictate child support. In general, under Texas law, child support is presumed to be proper if set at the following percentages:
Child Custody Custody litigation should be the last resort because children can be permanently damaged unless custody and divorce issues are handled with extreme sensitivity.
Visitation Visitation exists when one parent has sole or primary physical custody. The time, amount and location of the visitation will vary depending upon the situation. In general, the State of Texas encourages visitation and does not generally exclude a parent unless there is a threat of serious harm. AND...Don't Forget! We will arrange a payment schedule with you. AND... WE ACCEPT PAYMENTS BY CREDIT CARD: MC, VISA, DISCOVER, AM.EX. Let us help you get your life back. |
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