Sep 2 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Divorce, High Asset Divorce
Many Houston couples will come to learn the heartbreak and stress that a divorce can bring to their life this year. No one enters a marriage thinking it will end in divorce, but for many couples, this becomes reality. New research suggests that there are certain times of the year when a couple is most likely to get divorced. The study by a major university analyzed divorce filings in that school’s state over 14 years. It found …
Share This Learn MoreAug 18 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Property Division
When a Houston couple gets married, the last thing they consider is whether their marriage will end in divorce. But for many couples, the end of a marriage is a reality. During this emotional time, there are certain items that should be discussed with a divorce attorney, including children and property division. Depending on a person’s situation, there are many different items that will need to be discussed with a divorce attorney. If children are involved …
Share This Learn MoreAug 11 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Property Division
When a Houston couple is going through a divorce, one of the most contested areas to work out is property division. Property division can be difficult and complicated to navigate. Along with assets such as the family home, retirement benefits can also be large and a very important benefit to be divided. Although retirement benefits may not be the first thing that comes to mind when sorting out property division in a divorce, they often can be …
Share This Learn MoreAug 4 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Property Division
When a Texas couple decides to divorce, it can be an emotional and trying time. Property division is one of the most important and contentious topics that couples need to work out. But how does property division work in Texas, a community property state? Many people think that because Texas is a community property state, the marital property is equally divided between the spouses. In reality, property is divided based on a manner that is “just and …
Share This Learn MoreJul 22 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
When a couple gets married, the last thing on their mind is divorce. No Houston couple expects their marriage will end in divorce, but for many couples this will be the reality. A divorce can happen at any time during the marriage, but for those who are facing a divorce later in their lives, it can be difficult. The divorce rate among all couples may be on the decline, from a peak in the 1970s and …
Share This Learn MoreJul 15 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in Divorce Mediation
When a Houston couple decides that their marriage is over, it can be an extremely emotional time. The emotional stress and complexities of a divorce can bring hardship to a person. A divorce that goes through a divorce mediation instead of a litigated divorce can be a good alternative for many families. Many couples choose mediation instead of a litigated divorce and there are good reasons why. Mediation allows for the couple to have much more control …
Share This Learn MoreJul 8 2016 - Posted by On Behalf of the Lincoln Law Firm, PPLC, in High Asset Divorce
Newly engaged Houston couples are full of joyful anticipation of their upcoming nuptials. Couples may spend several months and thousands of dollars planning this joyous occasion. Dress shopping, flowers, cake, venue selection and many other details can occupy a couple’s life. Although not nearly as romantic as selecting ceremony music, a prenuptial agreement may also be a very important item to plan in the event of a future divorce. There are many reasons why a prenuptial …
Share This Learn MoreJul 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 …
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