Post-Divorce Qualified Domestic Relations Order
Having a robust retirement plan or pension can provide critical security for the future. However, if you get divorced, the split can leave you feeling incredibly vulnerable concerning your post-divorce and retirement financial status. If you have a retirement account or pension and are going…
Mistakes that violate your divorce decree
Securing a divorce decree can mark the end of a difficult process; it is also the beginning of a new chapter. One thing that can affect what this new chapter might look like is whether parties comply with their divorce decree. However, parties across Sugar…
Ask a Family Law Attorney: 8 Financial Mistakes to Avoid During Divorce
A divorce is a challenging, emotional, and financially complex process for many couples. During the divorce process, it’s essential to have a reputable, knowledgeable representation, so you can avoid the pitfalls that may contribute to this life-changing experience. Our family law attorney practice has locations…
What if the Court did not actually give me an order to distribute my ex-spouse’s retirement funds to me?
The lawyers at Skillern Firm Divorce & Child Custody Lawyers have been presented with this issue many times. There are times when the Court may not actually give an order to distribute an ex-spouse’s retirement funds, the division of which was outlined in the decree.…
School-related issues that can affect parents sharing custody
With children going back to school this fall, parents across Texas are shopping for new supplies or going to meet new teachers. If you are newly divorced and sharing custody of your child, you may have some additional preparations to consider as you enter a…
3 times you may not want to play nice during divorce
In general, pursuing amicable, cooperative solutions during a divorce is preferable. These efforts can be less stressful, less expensive and result in long-term benefits for all involved parties. However, there are situations in which being amenable is not in a person’s best interests. Below are…
Preparing for Court: 7 Topics You’ll Need to Discuss With Your Divorce Lawyer
A divorce lawyer does more than advocate on your behalf. They help guide you into the next phase of life by offering professional advice and diffusing tensions between you and your spouse. And in Sugar Land, TX, where intricate laws require a skilled hand, lawyers…
What to do if you suspect your ex is spying during divorce
Privacy can be a significant concern for parties when they go through a divorce. After all, spouses generally have intimate knowledge of each other’s behaviors, habits, and interactions, and when tempers flare during the divorce, this information can come out. And in some cases, a…
Three times you may need to legally establish paternity
A parent does not need to have a biological connection to a child to be a good parent. However, establishing biological relationships can still be crucial in several situations. When Parents Are Unmarried Under the state laws in Texas, a child born to unmarried parents…
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