Professional athletes who get divorced often face demands for extraordinarily high amounts of alimony or spousal maintenance. In some states, pro athletes have had to shell out $10,000 or more a month to their exes just to cover alimony, on top of millions in property and other assets. If you are a professional athlete who i...
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Stocks are a great investment for many. If you and your spouse have them, you’re likely wondering what might happen to your investments after your divorce. Just like most everything in the legal world, the answer is, “it depends.” Are the Stocks Separate or Community Property? In Texas, community property must be divided in a divorce. ...
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If you’re going through a divorce or are considering one, you might have questions about your children. Will you receive custody of your children? Will your spouse? Is there even such a thing as full custody in Texas? All of these questions can be answered by learning more about Texas’ child custody laws. Child Custody: Understanding Conser...
Read MoreGun Violence Statistics An estimated 1.4 million Texans have a state regulated license to carry.[1] In 2018, One Hundred and Seventy-Four women in Texas were killed by male intimate partners 59% of the murders were by firearms.[2] Family violence is defined by the Texas Family Code as: (1) violence by a member of the family or househo...
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Most people wish to keep their divorce under wraps so they can focus on moving forward. The attorneys at Albin Oldner Law, PLLC help protect your privacy by remaining dedicated to discretion. Let’s dive into some tips to help you keep your divorce as private as possible. How to Protect Your Privacy During Divorce 1. Avoid Social Media S...
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When you hear the word “divorce,” you likely picture a courtroom battle. You may even feel a sense of stress and anxiety take over. The truth is every divorce doesn’t require traditional courtroom litigation. Indeed, many divorces never see the inside of a courtroom thanks to divorce mediation. Understanding Divorce Mediation Mediation...
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Many couples considering divorce in Texas are also proud owners of successful businesses. This leads to questions like, “Will I be able to keep the business?” and “Will my ex get a share of the business?” The answers depend on your specific case. Let’s discuss some of the property considerations made during a business divorce. Texas I...
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You may have assumptions about the term “prenup” and what it means for you and your soon-to-be spouse. Yet, signing a prenup doesn’t mean you believe divorce is imminent. It simply means that you and your spouse know you can’t possibly predict the future. When a large number of assets are involved, a prenup can protect you, your s...
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In the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, we must continue to adapt and find ways to solve problems without endangering public health and safety. Family conflict is one example of a problem that will always need solving, and mediation is often an effective solution. In-person gatherings are discouraged, meaning mediation must now be deli...
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Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the US, many have theorized that stay-at-home orders and working from home would eventually cause many couples to get divorced. Some have even likened quarantine to a relationship pressure cooker or a time machine, where couples experience years’ worth of conflict in the span of just a few months. In...
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