Does a Child Have a Say in Which Parent They Live With After Divorce in Texas?

Posted by Marci Martinez & filed under Blog.

The issue of which parent a child will live after divorce is primarily decided based on “the best interest of the child” standard in the state of Texas. While children’ preferences are considered, they do not have the final say in determining their custodial arrangements. In this blog post, we will explore the factors involved… Read more »

Which is Worse? Raising Children in a Bad Marriage or Divorce

Posted by Marci Martinez & filed under Blog.

When it comes to raising children in a bad marriage, the question of whether it is better for parents to stay together or go through a divorce can be a difficult one to answer.  There is a compelling argument that staying in a bad marriage can harm children more than their parents’ divorce. The Impact… Read more »

Can I Date During the Divorce Process?

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A question many divorce lawyers hear from their clients is “Can I date during the divorce process?” There is no law that says a divorcing person cannot date, but it is highly recommended that you wait until the divorce is final before beginning to date. There are many good reasons for this. Wasting of Community… Read more »

How to Have a “Good” Divorce

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It seems like an oxymoron to use the term “good divorce.” Although going through the divorce process is stressful, it is possible to have a divorce where both you and your spouse feel the outcome is fair and that you can continue your relationship as co-parents in an amicable way. Be Informed by Utilizing Divorce… Read more »

Divorce: When and How to Tell the Children

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Children of all ages are confused, anxious, and scared when they learn their parents are getting a divorce. There are some approaches you can use that may lessen the negative impact of what the children almost always view as bad news. How to Tell Your Children Both parents need to be present and tell the… Read more »