Entering into a marriage is often an important and difficult decision, but deciding whether to end a marriage can be just as difficult. Consequently, some spouses may choose to get legally separated instead of formally divorcing. Unfortunately, however, legal separation is not an option in Texas. In other states, a legal separation allows the couple […]
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What is ‘the gray divorce’? The term primarily refers to spouses, generally fifty years or older, who decide to separate and get divorced. ‘Gray divorce’ occurs later in life. However, no matter what age you do ultimately decide that you want a divorce, as the co-chair of our Family Law Department, Madeline Marzano-Lesnevich, Esq. likes
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Divorce Lawyer If you are seeking to care for a child you might wonder what the difference between child custody and guardianship is. Both are similar, but have distinct concepts that describe “the legal relationship between a child and an adult.” As family lawyers find, many clients are confused between the two. Before proceeding with
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Divorce Lawyer Are the disagreements between you and your spouse getting worse? If you find yourself wanting to avoid your spouse or looking for a way out, a divorce may be in your future. Getting ready for a divorce is not as easy as deciding you don’t want to be together. There are definite steps
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Divorce Lawyer Attorneys know that one of the most difficult times in a person’s life can be divorce. In some cases, this can tear a family apart physically, emotionally, and financially. However, when it comes to getting alimony during and after your divorce, this is not something you want to attempt to pursue on your
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Divorce Lawyer Divorce can be a tricky and uncomfortable situation. When a divorce is pending and decisions are still being finalized, it can be easy to want to move on from that person and find a new relationship. However, if you are receiving—or plan to receive—alimony from your spouse after the divorce, it is important
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Divorce Lawyer If you are a married woman who took her husband’s surname at the time of your wedding, you may wish to get your maiden surname back when you divorce. In most cases, you can do this easily by including a request for restoration of your married name in your divorce petition. At your
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Divorce Lawyer Parting ways from a spouse isn’t easy, and skilled attorneys understand just how frustrating it can be to have your ex also be uncooperative after the separation. Perhaps you agreed upon alimony during mediation, or a court judge established the terms. Either way, there are tactics to try that can hopefully motivate your
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Divorce Lawyer As an attorney understands, having to shell out money to your ex during or after divorce is likely the very last thing you want to do. Some former spouses may have to pay alimony to their ex, if the court believes that they are in need of financial assistance due to monetary hardships
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Divorce Lawyer When it comes to spousal support (also known as alimony), a judge will typically award it in two broad categories. These are short-term alimony and long-term alimony. For example, reimbursement support typically falls into the long-term support category and temporary support falls into the short-term category. Applying for alimony can be complicated, however,
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