| THE MARTIN LAW FIRM DIVORCE PRACTICE AREAS |
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Divorce
This is the official name to the usual Texas legal proceeding and begins with the filing of the original petiton for divorce. The specific flow of the typical divorce is discussed in this section of the Martin Law Firm website and should answer many of your questions about the divorce process. For more information about the divorce process just click Divorce |
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Child Custody
Child custody in Texas usually comes down to which parent will have the right to designate the primary residence of the children and which spouse will pay child support. Common questions and a good general discussion of child custody in Texas is set forth in this section of the Martin Law Firm website. For more information about child custody click Child Custody |
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Child Support
Child support is the amount of money that one spouse must pay to the other to support the children. The formula is standard and is based upon a percentage of the spouse's gross income reduced by taxes. However, a Judge can order more child support than the standard amount. For more information about child support click Child Support |
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Division of Property
Texas is a community property state. This means that all property accumulated during marriage, with the exception of gifts and inheritances, is community property and must be divided. However, that doesn't mean it will be divided equally. For more information about community property division click Property Division. |
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Alimony or Spousal Support
In Texas, family law courts may order both temporary and long-term spousal alimony when there is a disparity in earnings between the husband and the wife. Long-term alimony is usually limited to three years and is only awarded in long-term marriages (those lasting 10 years or longer). For more information about spousal support click Spousal Support. |
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Mediation
Mediation is a process whereby a third party will help the two parties in a divorce reach an agreement. If you and your spouse are ready for mediation, the process will give you an opportunity to settle your divorce without going to court. Mediation is not binding on either party. This means that if you don't get what you want out of mediation, you still have the option of going to court. More information about mediation. |
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Modifications and Enforcement
Texas courts have continuing jurisdiction over child custody, child support and spousal support orders after a divorce, and have a right to modify or enforce these orders. Our lawyers often represent clients who want to enforce custody or support orders, as well as clients who need to modify these orders due to a change in circumstances. More information about modifications and enforcement. |
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Prenuptial and Premarital Agreements
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements do not have to be fair. However, they do have to be in writing. The side giving up property rights must be represented by his or her own lawyer, and the agreement cannot be sprung on the other side at the last minute or signed under duress. The person who wants the agreement must make a complete disclosure of assets and not create an agreement that is unconscionable. More information about prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. |
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Child Relocation
After divorce, there are a few issues where the wishes of the two parties are more diametrically opposed than in a relocation of a child. For a mom who has custody of a child, relocation can offer opportunities for career growth or increased support from family members who live out of state. For a divorced father who has visitation rights, the same event is a nightmare that threatens to cut him off from his child. More information about child relocation. |
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With offices in Kingwood, Sugar Land and Houston, the lawyers at the Martin Law Firm serve clients throughout the greater Houston area including, Kingwood, Sugar Land, Houston, Humble, Spring, Atascocita, Baytown, Deer Park, La Porte, Pasadena, Missouuri Ciyt, Rosenberg, Conroe, The Woodlands, Liberty, Huffman, Splendora, Porter, New Caney, Cleveland, Liberty, Galveston, Clear Lake, Seabrook, League City, Texas City, Bellaire, Katy, South Houston. We serve Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Galveston County and Liberty County. |
