Blog Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 31-Jan-2021 What Will Happen to My Business During a Divorce? If you have a business, it will likely have to be divided during the divorce process, much like any other marital asset in a divorce. Texas is a community property state, which means that assets are divided as equally as possible. Considering how ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 18-Jan-2021 Recognizing the Signs of Parental Alienation If you have children and recently divorced your spouse or are still fielding your way through the process, you know how hard it can be and the toll it takes on your family. In some cases, a parent may attempt to turn the children against their other ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 12-Jan-2021 What Happens if My Spouse is Hiding Assets? During the divorce process, both spouses are required to disclose all financial assets and debts. Full and honest disclosure is essential to ensuring all marital property is appropriately divided, so if your spouse is hiding assets, this is a major ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 3-Jan-2021 Is Spousal Maintenance Automatic in Texas? During a divorce, it is common for a judge to order spousal maintenance to ensure that the other spouse does not suddenly become destitute and unable to maintain a certain standard of living as a result of the split. However, while it is common, it ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 28-Jul-2020 How Do I Enforce Child Support Orders in Texas? Have you been awarded child support by the court but your ex refuses to pay or has fallen behind? If so, there are several methods that courts can use to enforce and collect past-due child support from parents. In Texas, enforcement options for child ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 14-Jul-2020 What Should I Include In My Will? A will is one of the most important legal documents that you need to include in your estate plan to make sure you stay in control of which beneficiaries receive your property after you pass away. Although many people avoid drafting a will because it ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 7-Jul-2020 Common Property Division Questions in Texas If you are getting divorced, then either the court or you and your spouse will divide all of the property you own. Below, our family law attorneys at the Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny, answer some of the common questions that clients ask us about ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 2-Jul-2020 Why Hiding Assets During Divorce is Never a Good Idea Although you might anticipate an ugly divorce, our experienced lawyers at the Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny know firsthand that it’s never a good idea to attempt to hide assets that you hope to keep away from your ex. Not only is it unethical ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 22-Jun-2020 How Can I Keep My House in a Divorce? Anxiety and divorce go hand-in-hand. Uncertainty about the future, life, and – of course – property go right along with the whole experience. Often, people worry about what they can keep or what they will lose, especially when it comes to ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 19-Jun-2020 Protective Orders and How They Help The legal process can be a lengthy one. When someone is being abused, and their abuser is arrested, there are all manner of events that could keep the abuser out of custody. They could make bail; there could be a mistrial; etc. Now the perpetrator is ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 9-Jun-2020 Can Domestic Violence Charges Affect My Divorce? Domestic violence is a terrible reality, but it is a reality. The damage and trauma experienced by both parties will have lasting consequences. Having a domestic violence charge will cause a ripple effect in the accused’s life. Divorce rulings, ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 3-Jun-2020 Do I Need To Establish Paternity To Receive Child Support? Traditional gender roles are changing across the world, and the Lone Star State is no exception. Not too long ago, it was highly unusual to think of a mother paying child support to a father. Today’s world works differently. Men aren’t ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 26-May-2020 Legal Guardianship of an Adult Life has its tragedies. Regardless of a person’s age, circumstances may render an adult incapable of caring for themselves. When such a tragedy occurs, it may be necessary to hand over the responsibility of this person’s care to someone ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 20-May-2020 When Can I Modify a Spousal Support Agreement? Spousal support, or spousal maintenance, is a touchy subject. It may feel punitive to the responsible party. Perhaps life has changed significantly, and it’s become unreasonable to expect original agreements be kept. When is it time to ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 14-May-2020 5 Tips for Visitation During COVID-19 Child custody and visitations are sensitive subjects at the best of times. With the global pandemic raging on, the subject becomes downright scary. We all want to keep our kids safe, but we also want to make sure we’re being fair when it comes ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 4-May-2020 When Can I Modify a Spousal Support Agreement? Spousal support, or spousal maintenance, is a touchy subject. It may feel punitive to the responsible party. Perhaps life has changed significantly, and it’s become unreasonable to expect original agreements be kept. When is it time to ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 28-Apr-2020 Is Mediation Right for You? Mediation. Even though most divorcees have heard about it, many of them don't necessarily understand what exactly mediation is—or the purpose it serves in the divorce process. We're here to help out. Whether you were required to go ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 20-Apr-2020 What Is Probate? (Estate Planning 101) Many people overlook probate in the estate planning process (or are even entirely unaware it exists), which can be a costly mistake. Probate is the process of verifying the legality of a last will and testament in court and ensuring that the ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 8-Apr-2020 How Much Will My Divorce Cost? Budgeting for Divorce Divorce can be notoriously expensive. The average divorce in the US costs around $15,000, and that amount can increase exponentially based on the circumstances of the divorce. Understanding common costs associated with divorce can help you manage ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 2-Apr-2020 Millennials Are Divorcing Less-at Least, We Think They Are According to various recent divorce statistics, millennials are divorcing less than previous generations—or are they? People love to throw out statistics like "50% of marriages end in divorce." The truth is, figuring out an accurate ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 26-Mar-2020 Why Are More Millennials Getting Prenups? For a long time, prenups have had something of a bad rap. However, that seems to be changing. Today, more millennials are getting prenups than any other generation. Several factors play into this statistic. Understanding them can help you learn more ... Continue Reading Posted By The Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 23-Mar-2020 How the Coronavirus Affects Shared Custody Arrangements As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread across the US, more and more states and cities are issuing mandatory stay-at-home orders. If you're a parent in a joint custody arrangement, you're probably wondering how COVID-19 affects ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 17-Mar-2020 What Are the Penalties for Avoiding Child Support in TX? Whether you're paying or receiving child support, understanding how Texas penalizes child support delinquency can help you ensure your child receives the support they deserve. Today, we're taking a look at how Texas penalizes child support ... Continue Reading Posted By The Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 17-Mar-2020 How the Coronavirus Affects Texas Court Closures and Proceedings As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to sweep the nation, governors and state officials are declaring states of emergency that change how their cities and states function. If you live in Texas and have a court date coming up, you're probably ... Continue Reading Posted By Kathryn Marteeny 11-Mar-2020 How Is a Living Trust Different From a Will? Estate planning can be uncomfortable—confronting your mortality is never easy. Understanding different kinds of estate planning documents can also be confusing, unnecessarily prolonging the estate planning process. Today, we're here to ... Continue Reading