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Understanding how much must be paid in child support in Texas

March 25, 2016 By legal staff - W.C.

When a Dallas couple chooses to part ways and there are children from the relationship, one of the issues that will frequently arise is how much child support must be paid.  This is true when the couple was married or was simply in a relationship without marrying.  Having an understanding as to how child support is determined, issues that might be in dispute and what circumstances are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, divorce in Texas, Texas

Experienced counsel can help with child support modifications

February 12, 2016 By legal staff - W.C.

One of the most basic responsibilities that come hand in hand with being a parent is providing for one’s children. As many Dallas parents can attest to, being there emotionally, financially and physically for a child is difficult enough in today’s fast-paced world when parents are married-when they decide to end a marriage it may become even more difficult. Parents try to, and if they cannot, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, Modifications

Agreement modification for child support in Texas

January 28, 2016 By legal staff - W.C.

If a couple has divorced and they have children, one of the most important aspects of the agreement is child support.  When the proceeding is completed, there will be an amount that must be paid from the supporting parent to the custodial parent.  If this is not paid, the supporting parent will face legal issues that can have a wide-ranging influence on his or her life.  In some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, divorce in Texas, Modifications, Texas

Griffith seeking divorce, spousal support from husband

June 12, 2014 By legal staff - W.C.

Eighteen years of marriage may not sound like a lot to Dallas residents but for most Hollywood couples, 18 years is nearly an eternity.  This is how long actors Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith were married before Griffith filed for divorce late last month.  According to the divorce petition, the reasons for the divorce are irreconcilable differences. The two first worked … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, legal issues, property division, spousal support

Stay-at-home parents often experience financial hardships post divorce

March 21, 2014 By legal staff - W.C.

The lives of individuals who divorce are impacted in a number of ways. While many of these changes are positive, some may also prove to be challenging. In the wake of a divorce, a divorcee may enjoy their new freedom and independence but many struggle financially. This is often especially true in cases where a divorced mother or father acted as a full-time caregiver to a couple’s child or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Divorce Tagged With: child support, Parents, post-divorce

Preparation and foresight often ease divorce process

December 9, 2013 By legal staff - W.C.

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

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The relevance of divorce after 10 years of marriage

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