Let’s be honest- pets are family. Sixty-seven percent of U.S. households, or about 85 million families, own a pet, according to the 2019-2020 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA). This is up from 56 ... » Learn More about Pets and Divorce in Texas
Do it Yourself Divorce in Texas
Whether pest control, carpentry, or how to change a car battery, the enterprising go-getter can now find instructions for just about any project online. What used to take apprenticeships, on the job training, a degree, and copious amounts of sheer ... » Learn More about Do it Yourself Divorce in Texas
Texas Separation Requirements Before Divorce
For couples who aren’t quite ready to tackle divorce, separation can be a great precursor, giving them time and space to figure out what they really want to do. At Neal Ashmore, we’ve helped many clients settle into separation, and one question we’re ... » Learn More about Texas Separation Requirements Before Divorce
How Long Does It Take to Get Divorced in Texas?
If you’re trying to chart out how much of your life you’re about to devote to divorce, the answer probably isn’t going to make you happy. Because the truth is? We have no idea. How long it takes to get a divorce in Texas depends on a host of ... » Learn More about How Long Does It Take to Get Divorced in Texas?
Grounds for Divorce in Texas
Being married has a lot of benefits, but an easy breakup certainly isn’t one of them. Gone are the days of drafting a vague breakup text and calling it good. In order to dissolve a marriage, you must file a complaint of divorce, which, among other ... » Learn More about Grounds for Divorce in Texas
Making sense of divorce
For Texas couples who are just embarking on the often-draining journey of divorce, it might be confusing at the outset. Divorce may seem like a simple parting of ways, but in marriages with children, shared property or unequal incomes, there's plenty ... » Learn More about Making sense of divorce
Three Steps to Take to Find the “RIGHT” Lawyer for your Family Law Matter
In past blogs, we addressed the Three "Baby Steps" to take when Thinking about a Divorce and Five Questions to Ponder when trying to find the RIGHT Lawyer to Hire for a Family Law Matter. In this blog, we are going to tackle "how do I do it" ... » Learn More about Three Steps to Take to Find the “RIGHT” Lawyer for your Family Law Matter
Attorney Retainers and Divorce Costs
As attorneys, one question we’re often asked is, “How much is my divorce going to cost me?” While there’s no “one stop shop” answer to that, we’d be lying if we didn’t acknowledge that getting divorced can be expensive. The exact amount, however, ... » Learn More about Attorney Retainers and Divorce Costs
Alternatives to Divorce in Texas
When it comes to divorce, the process is not a one stop shop, and couples who want to end their marriage shouldn’t feel trapped into litigation. Contested divorce isn’t for everyone, and in fact, a traditional courtroom trial is probably the least ... » Learn More about Alternatives to Divorce in Texas
Can’t Agree in an Uncontested Divorce? Then Collaborate Peacefully
Very often I see potential divorce clients who want an uncontested divorce, but they simply cannot agree with their partners on every detail. This is the point where it could turn really ugly, or it could remain peaceful and more effective. It ... » Learn More about Can’t Agree in an Uncontested Divorce? Then Collaborate Peacefully
