When Texas parents get a divorce, they might think that they can successfully co-parent as long as they hide their conflict from their children. However, children may still pick up on tension between their parents. A better approach may be for parents to write a...
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Why do divorce filings increase in January?
Every year, hundreds of people in Texas and around the country file for divorce at the start of January. While couples can file for divorce at any time of the year, researchers have noted that most divorces seem to initiate in January. This suggests that many spouses...
Many reasons exist why you should draft a prenuptial agreement
One of the biggest concerns that most individuals have about getting married is fearing what will happen to their property if they end up divorced later. An increasing number of engaged couples are using prenuptial agreements, in part, to give them the confidence that...
How can you co-parent with a narcisisst?
There are many things that you might have to do when you divorce a narcissist. If you have children with a narcissist, there are many things that are going to continue after the divorce is final. Coming up with a plan for handling a narcissistic co-parent is...
Don’t forget about your timeshare during your divorce
If you're making a list of your assets as you contemplate or begin the process of divorce, don't forget your timeshare. Whether it's a beachfront condo in Cabo or mountainside cabin in Aspen, these assets are too often overlooked as divorcing couples begin deciding on...
How you dress when you go to court can make a difference
At some point during your divorce, you may have to appear in court before a judge. This can be a daunting prospect – particularly if a judge is deciding on an issue that you and your spouse couldn't agree on yourselves.Your appearance – including the way...
If you’re stressing out about money, so are your kids
The early months of separation can be financially challenging for just about any family. Even if you and your ex have good incomes, living separately can be significantly more costly than living together.As you're working out your division of assets and support...
Why compromise might be the best gift for your kids this season
This time of year can be the most challenging for divorced parents. You want your children to enjoy the holidays with all of their family members on both sides. However, it's easy to feel a bit of resentment when you hear them talking about how much they're looking...
Making the first Thanksgiving after divorce easier on your kids
If you're a newly separated or divorced parent, you're likely approaching this Thanksgiving and the holidays that lie ahead with more than the usual amount of anxiety and stress. It's understandable that you're not feeling particularly thankful this year. However, you...
Dealing with alcohol abuse in a parenting plan
If you're going to be sharing custody of your children with a co-parent who has a history of alcohol abuse, it's wise to include provisions in your parenting plan regarding the use of alcohol and perhaps an alcohol monitoring system. Even if the parent in question...