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Divorce can get ugly, especially when the couple has a high net worth. If the relationship between the two spouses has become contentious, then one or both may feel that they deserve the majority share of the marital estate, despite the fact that Texas follows the community property method of asset and property division in divorce. And although it may…
When it comes to the division of the marital estate in a divorce, Texas is a community property state. This means that the court generally divides the marital estate in half unless there is some type of valid legal document in place that states otherwise. One such legal document is a prenuptial agreement. A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract…
Divorce is messy. Divorces that involve complex child custody issues, a high-net-worth marital estate, hidden assets, or other significant issues are even messier. In many of these types of cases, a divorce attorney may recommend hiring a private investigator to uncover evidence to help a spouse prevail in the final divorce settlement. However, it is important that the private investigator…
Divorce can have a significant financial impact on a person, especially if they are involved in running their own business. A business is usually among the marital assets that need to be divided under Texas community property laws. But before a business can be divided, its value needs to be assessed. Some businesses are easier to value, while others, such…
What was once just a hobby for a few has turned into a significant form of investment for many. It is estimated that more than 20 million people in this country own cryptocurrency. The value of the cryptocurrency market hit an all-time high of $2 trillion in April, an obvious boom for anyone who owns crypto assets. But this popularity…
There are many issues that a couple may have to come to an agreement on when they decide to end their marriage. One major issue is the division of assets and property. Texas is a community property state – meaning that the martial estate is owned by both spouses equally and the court divides it in a 50/50 share. Although…
In today’s world, social media has become an intricate part of many people’s daily lives where they share everything from the big events to the mundane with their family and friends. So, it is not surprising that when person makes the decision to divorce their spouse, they want to blast it all over their social media accounts. Some people feel…
Divorce is rarely without some degree of contention. However, some divorce cases are wrought with turmoil. In some situations, divorcing spouses become violent and abusive as the marriage ends. In other cases, the domestic violence was the initial cause of the divorce. If you have found yourself in a situation where you fear for your safety or the safety of…
Getting divorced involves much more than deciding to end the marriage. Divorcing couples must also address divorce issues like the division of marital property. Separating “yours” and “mine” during property division is often one of the most complicated aspects of the divorce case. This is especially true when a spouse owns intellectual property. Intangible Property During Divorce Certain assets are…
Divorce is rarely pretty, but some cases are uglier than others. Divorce involving infidelity, abuse, reckless spending, or a high degree of contention can be extremely taxing. In high-conflict divorce cases such as these, it can be hard to keep your cool. However, lashing out at your soon-to-be-ex or making rash decisions based on emotion will only hurt your chances…