When tensions become unbearable at home between you and your spouse, it’s only natural to, at some point, conclude that it’s time for a divorce. After all, everything is unraveling, and occasional arguments that once fizzled out quietly have become daily confrontations best served for a battlefield. While divorce is often the answer, many spouses…

When parents divorce, family dynamics inevitably change. The parents are inevitably navigating through a co-parenting relationship for the first time, and the children must now adapt to a new normal where they spend most of their time with one parent and less with the other. It’s natural for parents to want their children to feel…

A young couple had a heated argument over something trivial, but it quickly spiraled out of control. The following day, the husband, still half asleep, mumbled, “Sorry, I guess,” as he grabbed his coffee and headed out the door. As one can imagine, this left the wife even more upset. The half-hearted apology made her…

Divorce is a challenging journey filled with emotional highs and lows. That said, you made it through. Whether it was a path you chose or one initiated by your spouse, the relief that comes when it is finally over is undeniable. There is a sense of security in knowing everything you worked hard for is…

Starting the divorce process can feel overwhelming, especially when wrapping your brain around the many fees and other costs involved. If you’re filing for divorce in Denton or Collin County, knowing what to expect regarding at least some of the fees involved will help you through this part of the process with confidence. While the…

The easy answer to the question, “Can a divorce lawyer also be a mediator?” is yes. However, it’s essential to understand the differences between the two roles and how these roles can intersect in a divorce proceeding. In this blog, we’ll explore the distinct roles of divorce lawyers and mediators and discuss whether one professional…

As we’ve written in previous blog posts, an annulment is the ultimate “untie” solution to tying the knot! It’s like hitting the legal reset button on a marriage, erasing it from existence as if it never happened in the eyes of the law. Unlike a divorce, an annulment declares that a marriage was invalid for…

Dividing property in a Texas divorce can quickly become complicated, even with non-marital items considered separate property. While these assets typically belong solely to the party who owns them, that doesn’t mean the other party isn’t entitled to the money they put into that property. This is where reimbursement claims can be helpful. What are…

You have always dreamed of owning your own business, and you finally made that dream come true. You put your heart and soul into building it and are passionate about its success. But the thought of a divorce threatens to take that all away. Can you do anything to protect your business from future threats,…

At Christman Attorneys, we often speak with couples who’ve been married for several years or more. When they first tied the knot, many signed a sensible pre-marital agreement perfect for where they were in life—young, just starting in their careers, and with individual assets they wanted to protect. But after decades together, their…