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Even when both spouses agree that divorce is the right decision, strong emotions can arise when it comes time to divide property and make decisions about the future. Some topics are more likely than others to cause arguments, delays, and even courtroom battles. At Powers Kerr & Rashidi, PLLC, our Travis County, TX board-certified family law attorneys understand what is…
Divorcing a spouse with narcissistic traits can be far more difficult than a typical divorce. While every separation involves emotion and conflict to some degree, narcissistic behavior tends to make the legal process longer, more expensive, and more draining, especially when children or complex finances are involved. If you are considering or currently going through a divorce with someone who…
Divorce becomes more complicated when one spouse owns a business, especially if the other spouse contributed time, effort, or money to help build it. If you live in Austin or Travis County and are divorcing someone who runs a small business, you may be wondering whether you have any right to a share of that business, even if your name…
Divorcing parents with significant assets often face concerns beyond dividing property and investments. One of the more subtle — and serious — concerns in a high-asset divorce is whether one parent might use their financial advantage to sway the outcome of a custody case. It is a valid fear, especially when one spouse has historically controlled the family’s wealth or…
If you are in the process of dissolving your marriage, you likely have questions about what will happen to your property, including your inheritance. More often than not, inheritance is considered non-marital property. Whether you anticipate an uncontested or contested divorce, you need to understand how Texas law applies to asset division to ensure you receive a fair settlement. An…
What if you suspect that your spouse is attempting to reduce the value of your marital estate in your Texas divorce by hiding property from you and the court? What can you do if you believe your spouse is engaging in reckless spending to prevent you from receiving your fair share of the marital estate? Unfortunately, these foolish and illegal…
Getting a protective order is not an easy or simple process. If you want long-lasting protection from someone who has physically abused you, you will have to appear at a court hearing and make a case to prove that you have suffered family violence. This can be a major ordeal, but a Texas family law attorney can provide you with…
When you know that a divorce is going to be especially painful or complicated, you may dread the prospect of starting the legal proceedings. You might have real concerns about who your child will stay with, how your property will be divided, or whether your spouse will honor the judge’s order. When the horizon looks stormy, a Texas family law…
Dividing up your marital estate can feel like an impossibly complicated task. One of the main purposes of the discovery process is to give both parties a full understanding of their total assets. When done correctly, discovery can let you negotiate for a more favorable share of assets or spousal support. If the process is rushed, you could be deprived…
If your marriage has run its course, you and your spouse will have to decide how you want to end things. In many cases, you may be better off reaching an agreement outside of court instead of litigation. With the help of a Texas divorce lawyer, you and your spouse can negotiate for a favorable settlement without the court’s involvement.…