Texas Family Law Rules
Texas Family Law Rules
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While divorce is sometimes inevitable, your divorce does not need to mirror the plot of a bad soap opera. Drama and discord are not a necessary part of the divorce process. In Texas, divorcing spouses who meet a strict set of requirements may qualify for a simplified divorce process that can save time, money, and relationships.
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Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Texas
Alimony is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to the other during, and sometimes after, a divorce. Maintenance is not a guarantee for either spouse and the court must follow specific guidelines when deciding the type, duration, and amount of support (if any) in a divorce.
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Understanding Child Support in Texas
Continue reading to learn about child support laws in Texas.
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What is Divorce Mediation? Divorce mediation is a private process in which a neutral third person (a mediator) helps divorcing couples reach a mutually satisfactory settlement of the issues in their case, including child support, custody and visitation, alimony, and property division.
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The Basics of Annulment in Texas
In Texas, marriages end through death, divorce or annulment. In Texas, annulment is also referred to as declaring a marriage "void." This article explains what an annulment is, the process of getting an annulment in Texas, and what the effects of an annulment are. If you have other questions about annulment
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Texas Dissolution of Marriage FAQs
Get answers to frequently asked questions about divorce in Texas.
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Learn more about Texas divorce and community property laws.
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Texas Divorce: Frequently Asked Questions
This article covers the basic issues you'll encounter in a divorce in Texas.
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Texas Divorce: Dividing Property
Divorcing couples must work through many issues, including property division. Learn more about how Texas courts divide property in a divorce.