What is an annulment?

Apr 15 2016 - Posted by , 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 …

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Things to learn from celebrity divorces

Mar 25 2016 - Posted by , 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 …

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Is your marriage headed for a divorce?

Mar 18 2016 - Posted by , 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 …

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Why some months are better and worse for filing divorce

Feb 8 2016 - Posted by , 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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Kindness can go a long way during a divorce

Jan 29 2016 - Posted by , in Divorce

Any Houston couple who has gone through a divorce knows how emotional and traumatic the situation can be. During this time, it may be helpful keeping in mind that kindness can go a long way in a divorce situation. January is the busiest month for divorces in the United States. For many reasons people choose January as the month to end their marriage. A divorce is one of the worst things a person can go through and …

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Texas grounds for fault in a divorce

Jan 15 2016 - Posted by , in Divorce, High Asset Divorce

When a Texas couple gets married the last thing on their mind is a divorce. But a large percentage couples will go through a divorce. In Texas there are several grounds for fault for a divorce. When a person decides to file for divorce they need to list a reason. There are 7 grounds for fault in a divorce in Texas. The first is insupportability which means irreconcilable differences. This is the only fault that doesn’t …

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January is busiest month for divorces

Jan 8 2016 - Posted by , in High Asset Divorce

Now that the holidays are over many Houston residents will be making fresh starts for the New Year. The fresh starts may be exercising more, starting a new hobby, cutting down on sugar intake, or changing up a relationship. January is the busiest month for divorces. Family law attorneys are used to getting many divorce requests during this period. There are many reasons why people choose to seek out a divorce in January. Some stay together …

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Lessons for Houston spouses from a celebrity divorce

Nov 20 2015 - Posted by , in High Asset Divorce

Celebrity divorces happen frequently. It seems as if each week there’s another one in the news. Sometimes a celebrity divorce can offer lessons for regular Houston residents going through a divorce. The Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom divorce offers a unique glimpse into what can happen for regular people going through a divorce. Although they filed their divorce paperwork back in July it has been backlogged in the court system. So when Lamar was rushed to …

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Who gets to keep the inheritance in a divorce?

Oct 16 2015 - Posted by , in Divorce, High Asset Divorce

Many Houston residents will receive an inheritance from a family member at some point in their lives. Sometimes these inheritances can be small and sometimes they can be in the millions of dollars. A person who receives an inheritance and later goes through a divorce with their spouse may be interested in knowing what will happen to that inheritance after a divorce. Although Texas is a community property state, not all assets are divided equally. An inheritance …

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Common mistakes that are made in a high asset divorce

Sep 25 2015 - Posted by , in High Asset Divorce

Houston area residents who are considering a divorce know how emotional a time it can be. There are so many things to consider at the end of a marriage and it is not a pleasant situation. For those who are involved in a high asset divorce there is a lot at stake. There are mistakes that people make that should be avoided. One mistake in a high asset divorce is that there may be assets that get …

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