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Preparation and foresight often ease divorce process

December 9, 2013 By Crouch Group

Dallas-area residents have likely heard of divorces or child custody battles that rage on for years. With planning and foresight, however, these types of contentious and drawn-out legal proceedings can often be avoided. In most cases, it’s in the interest of both spouses to settle matters related to the division of assets and child custody as quickly and amicably as possible. As with most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: child support, spousal support

When might a third-party expert help during a Texas divorce?

December 4, 2013 By Crouch Group

Choosing to have the assistance of a Dallas divorce attorney on your side is prudent whether a couple chooses an adversarial or collaborative approach. While an attorney has the legal knowledge to protect clients, legal training doesn’t automatically come with an expert degree in the fields of business, finance, real estate or other specific vocations. In a Texas divorce, there are some cases … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: alimony, divorce in Texas, property division, Texas

Study reports 7.7 million U.S. children live with grandparent

November 13, 2013 By Crouch Group

In years past, the typical American household consisted of a mother and father and two or more children.  Today, families in the U.S. consist of a variety of configurations which readily include individuals living under the same roof who are distantly related or not related at all. Much of the change in the American familial structure stems from the rising rate of single-parent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: Children, custody

Tis the season for coming up with a holiday custody plan

October 18, 2013 By legal staff - S.H.

With Halloween quickly approaching, the official holiday season will soon be upon us.  The holidays are traditionally a time for Dallas area residents to gather with family and friends to partake in traditions and make memories.  While the holidays are touted as a joyous time to spend with family, for parents and children impacted by divorce, the holidays can also be an especially … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: custody, Holidays, Parenting Plan

Research indicates women more content post-divorce

June 20, 2013 By legal staff - S.H.

There is no doubt that divorce can be difficult both emotionally and financially. Regardless of the reasons why a couple chooses to divorce, both spouses are likely to experience intense feelings and emotions related to hurt, anger, regret and sadness. These feelings, however, are a normal and healthy part of the grieving process. While much has been written about how to cope with the negative … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Child Custody, Divorce Tagged With: emotions, post-divorce

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