Jul 1 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
A divorce is something that most people don’t assume is going to affect them. No one gets married with the assumption that their marriage is going to end in divorce. But for many Houston couples, a divorce is something that will affect them both emotionally and financially. When a couple believes that their marriage has ended, they can feel extremely sad, stressed and anxious about their future. At a certain age, a person knows they will be …
Share This Learn MoreJun 10 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Property Division
Houston couples who feel their relationship is heading for a divorce may feel overwhelmed. A divorce can be a complicated and emotional time. There may be ways to simplify a divorce which can help make the situation a little less difficult. One simplifying move a person can make is to open a bank account in their own name. This can help ensure that a person has their own money to get through the divorce in case the …
Share This Learn MoreMay 5 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
When a Houston area resident is going through a divorce,it can be hard to look past the emotions and consider the financial aspects as well. A divorce is an extremely emotional time and it can be difficult to make any financial decisions at that time. There are some things a person should consider during the divorce process. First, property values are extremely important in a divorce settlement. Property division is one of the major contentious issues …
Share This Learn MoreApr 28 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Divorce Mediation
When a Houston couple believes their marriage is heading for divorce emotions can be at an all-time high. A divorce is often costly and traumatic for both partners. For some, it may make sense to pursue alternative options to traditional divorce, such as divorce mediation. Instead of hiring an aggressive attorney who will threaten their former spouse, file numerous court orders and turn the divorce into an emotional and financial pit, there are a few alternatives …
Share This Learn MoreApr 22 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Property Division
Houston area residents who are going through a divorce know how traumatic and emotional of a time this time can be. A divorce introduces couples to the concept of property division. Property division includes both assets and debt that the couple has accumulated. Almost every couple has credit cards in both their own names and as a joint account. In a divorce situation these can add complications. Credit cards can be held individually or jointly. Because …
Share This Learn MoreApr 15 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
When many Texas residents hear the word annulment they may assume it is one and the same as divorce. Although an annulment does signify the end of a marriage, usually after a short period of time, there are circumstances that need to be present in order to have a marriage annulled. An annulment in Texas is invalidating a marriage. There are two grounds for annulment in Texas. The first ground for annulment is void annulment grounds. This …
Share This Learn MoreMar 25 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
Celebrity divorces can seem like a common occurrence to many Houston residents. These divorce stories are often heavily publicized and make appearances in magazines and news shows on television. One of the latest celebrity divorces that is getting a lot of press is Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck. Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck’s divorce was announced right after their tenth wedding anniversary. In some states, the end of a marriage that occurs after a tenth anniversary can …
Share This Learn MoreMar 18 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
Many Houston couples may find the marriage statistics in the U.S. to be quite dismal. Although most couples believe their marriage will last forever, disputes emerge and a divorce may become the best option. Each divorce is unique. A divorce is generally a time when emotions are at an all-time high. It can be hard for a person to think logically with their future in mind. A divorce will force each person to start over in their …
Share This Learn MoreMar 4 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Prenuptial Agreement
When a Houston couple is in the midst of wedding planning the last thing they likely want to think about is divorce. Wedding planning can be an exciting time for couples, but it can also be important for couples to think about their lives after the wedding and what may happen in the event of a divorce. A prenuptial agreement is often a prudent measure that can ensure that a couple’s wishes are honored if they choose …
Share This Learn MoreFeb 8 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
People can decide to end their marriage for all kinds of reasons and at all times of the year, but for reasons that aren’t entirely clear, some times appear to be more popular than others. As we discussed in a previous blog post, January is the busiest month for divorce filings. For Houston couples who have divorce in the back of their minds, there are pros and cons as to why January may make sense …
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