Dallas Family Law Blog

It is well known that divorce can be messy. And even when divorcing spouse are able to navigate through hostilities and high conflict, this does not mean this is the last time the couple will be faced with divorce issues. Even after a divorce decree is reached, family law issues could open the door back open. Whether it is a year or a decade following this agreement, if a parent believes changes are necessary, divorced parents may have to return to court to resolve any new or outstanding issues. While this can be complex and emotional, it is often in the best interests of the child to reach a resolution if new issues have evolved.

According to recent reports, the Real Housewives of New York City, Bethenny Frankel and her ex, Jason Hoppy, are going back to court. The two are going to trial over custody of their 8-year-old daughter. The two settled their divorce back in July of 2016; however, Frankel seeks primary custody and full decision-making power of their daughter. Hoppy seeks to keep the arrangement as is, which is joint custody.

Ending a marriage is trying time. It is difficult, emotional and challenging. A spouse is likely devastated that the marriage has failed, and now they are bombarded with all the divorce issues that must be sorted out and resolved. It can take much time and effort to reach a final resolution, making it imperative to understand the process and how best to move through it. This could require the usage of experts, as these professionals could provide input and assistance with obtaining a fair divorce settlement agreement.

The usage of financial experts could be extremely beneficial for some divorcing spouses. While some divorces are straightforward when it comes to splitting property and assets, others are more complex. In order to address these complexities, a forensic accountant could help with many calculations throughout the process.

Parents parting ways can be viewed at as a traumatic situation. Although it may be good for the parents to no longer be in a relationship, their divorce or separation can be a trying time for the children involved. A child has been accustomed to their life with both parents, making it difficult to acclimate to a life much different than this. This makes custody matters both an emotional and vital time for everyone involved, as what is in the best interest of the child may not be what one or both parents want.

At our law firm, we understand that it can take time to establish a workable custody arrangement. Even when both parents are happy with an arrangement, this does not mean that they will be happy with it until their children reach the age of majority.

Getting married is an exciting time. And even if a marriage does fail, many are able to find love again and enter into another marriage. Because the chances of another divorce occurring the second time around is fairly high, it is important that these spouses take the time to understand ways they can protect themselves and their future, especially when it comes to their assets and retirement benefits.

How can a postnup protect your retirement accounts? Much like discussing a prenuptial agreement before marriage, bringing up a postnuptial agreement during a marriage is a difficult task. Nonetheless, it is an important topic to handle, especially when one remarries.