How are debts dealt with in divorce?

How are debts dealt with in divorce?

Any debts incurred during the marriage are presumed to be debts of the community.  Any debts incurred prior to marriage are the separate debts of the party who incurred them.  However, the party trying to argue a debt should be separate would need to...
What are temporary orders?

Can you have your marriage annulled?

In Texas, the grounds to have a marriage annulled are extremely narrow.  Specifically, a court can grant an annulment only if one of the following applies: One of the spouses was under the age of 18  and did not have the appropriate consent or a court order;...
Can I keep the house?

Can I keep the house?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions I hear during divorce consultations.  The answer is much more complicated than a simple yes or no.  There are several questions that need to be answered first: Is the house community property or separate...