Blog Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 31-May-2018 What Happens to Debt in a Divorce? One of the most confusing aspects of a Texas divorce case is determining the division of debt. When a couple files for divorce, any debts they have incurred are legally divided by a judge and recorded on the Final Decree of Divorce. The distribution ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 18-May-2018 Understanding Visitation Rights for Military Parents Understanding visitation rights is difficult enough under normal circumstances, and only gets more complicated when military service is involved. Because of this, both custodial and noncustodial military parents are required to have an advanced plan ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 7-May-2018 How Do Temporary Child Custody Orders Work? Determining child custody is often the most difficult part of any divorce or separation. Temporary child custody is intended to last until the child custody proceeding is finalized. Temporary custody is not automatically granted to either parent. The ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 3-May-2018 How to Survive Wedding Season After a Divorce The sadness and confusion of a divorce don’t end simply because legal documents have been signed. Whatever the circumstances of the separation, your life has irrevocably changed. Isolation is normal during this period, though not necessarily ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 24-Apr-2018 Could Mediation Be Better for Your Kids? When you and your spouse decide to file for divorce, there are many big decisions you have to make in a somewhat short period of time. If you share children, your priority is probably to make sure that they leave the divorce process as unscathed as ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 18-Apr-2018 How Could a Postnuptial Agreement Benefit Me? Most people know that they could draft a prenuptial agreement to protect themselves before a marriage, but did you know a postnuptial agreement could help you after the marriage has taken place? With a postnuptial agreement, spouses can outline their ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 9-Apr-2018 4 Common Divorce Mistakes Fathers Need To Avoid The divorce process is hard for both parents, and figuring out how to handle your own emotions while also providing support for your kids can be extremely taxing. On top of the emotional stress, you have to deal with the financial strain and the ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 5-Apr-2018 How To Tell Your Kids About Your Divorce Telling your kids that you’re getting a divorce can be one of the most difficult discussions you ever have. Most parents worry about how their children will take the news, whether they’ll be angry, sad, or a combination of the two. You ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 26-Mar-2018 Do You Need a Trust For Your Estate Plan? There are several different aspects of a good estate plan, but a trust is one of the most important. Establishing a trust can help you avoid probate, and is also a great way to retain control over your assets while you live before they are divided ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 22-Mar-2018 Why Do I Need an Attorney for My High Net-Worth Divorce? When you and your spouse shared a high number of assets, it could make your divorce that much more complicated. Even though much of the divorce process remains the same, couples with a high net-worth may need additional time and resources to help ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 14-Mar-2018 What Can I Do If My Ex Stops Paying Child Support? Dealing with a noncompliant ex can be extremely difficult in any case, but when you both share a child those problems can be even more challenging to overcome. When your ex pays child support, they might use those payments against you, or they could ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 5-Mar-2018 How Will Relocation Alter Child Custody? Working through parenting disagreements with your ex can be challenging, especially when those issues involve a potential relocation. Job opportunities, familial obligations, educational opportunities, and the desire for a change of scenery often ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 26-Feb-2018 How is My Property Divided in a Texas Divorce? There are many tricky aspects in divorce, and sometimes property division can be more difficult to contend with that others. Couples involved in long-term marriages can accumulate a large amount of assets during their time together. Even spouses ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 15-Feb-2018 When Should I Establish an Estate Plan? Some people are under the false misconception that estate plans are only necessary for elderly individuals. In actuality, it is wise for every adult to have an established estate plan in order to better protect his or her assets. Younger adults might ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 6-Feb-2018 Tips for Divorcing a High-Conflict Spouse Going through a divorce is always challenging, but if your spouse is especially argumentative and contentious, it can be even more trying. The divorce process is often emotional and stressful for everyone, but some people can respond to the ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 1-Feb-2018 What is Parental Alienation? Not every parent handles a divorce or separation well. Unfortunately, many parents take their anger, hurt, and frustration out on their child, whether they are aware of it or not. Parental alienation is an aggressive behavioral issue that occurs when ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 25-Jan-2018 What Is a Protective Order? In cases of domestic violence, it’s important that you do whatever you can to protect yourself and the ones you hold dear. Every minute roughly 20 people are physically abused by an intimate partner, which adds up to more than 10 million men ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 17-Jan-2018 What are the Benefits of Collaborative Divorce? The divorce process can be messy, emotional, and extremely stressful. Contentions couples often argue more as tensions rise in the court room, and even more amenable spouses can sometimes grow argumentative and angry. In any case, divorce buts an ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 11-Jan-2018 Family Law & Modifications: When Can You Seek Change? The terms you reach with your ex after a divorce or separation might now always be applicable to your family. As your life changes, you may need to seek a modification for your current court-orders. Whether you are looking to relocate, remarry, or ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 2-Jan-2018 Why Do You Need a Family Law Attorney To Help With Your Adoption? If you are considering adopting a child, you are likely aware of how complicated the process can be. Whether you are preparing for adoption or are already in the middle of welcoming a child to your family, it’s important that you have strong ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 29-Dec-2017 Probate 101 After a person passes away, their estate is accounted for and distributed among their family, friends, and even creditors, all according to a special court process known as probate. During the probate process, the executor works in tandem with the ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 21-Dec-2017 Can I Move with My Kids After Divorce? A divorce will bring many things with it, including drastic change, and one of the biggest adjustments will be your new living arrangements. While certain couples can live together through the divorce process or move in separately to their ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 12-Dec-2017 Benefits of Creating a Will Drafting a will, regardless of age, gives you the opportunity to put your affairs into order after your death. While it may feel morbid or uncomfortable to face your mortality, ensuring that your loved ones are provided for will make life much easier ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 1-Dec-2017 When Is My Divorce Final? No matter how common it is, getting a divorce is difficult, stressful and hard to get over. As a result, you want to get through it as quickly as possible, so one question we often get is, “How long will my divorce take?” Well, Texas ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 30-Nov-2017 What to Do When Your Ex Won't Pay Child Support Child support can be a lifesaver when it comes to expensive diapers, babysitting fees and groceries, but what happens when your ex-spouse simply won’t pay? Luckily, there are options available to you. Here are some things you might want to ... Continue Reading