Blog Posts in 2020 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