Co-parenting can be a difficult thing to adapt to. It can seem impossible to work with your ex-partner, leaving you feeling lost and unsure of what to do. Here at Bineham & Gillen, we’ve seen many divorces and we know the difference between successful and unsuccessful co-parenting. Here are some co-parenting tips you should know. […]
Divorce is tough, and there can be a lot of confusion when the process begins. It’s easy to get overwhelmed as you emotionally prepare to go through this difficult time, but what can you do to prepare yourself financially? Here at Bineham & Gillen, we’ve seen it all. We know what financial steps you need […]
If you’re a parent heading towards a child custody battle with your spouse or ex-spouse, you may be wondering what your chances are of winning custody, especially if you’re a father. There’s already enough to worry about for parents when it comes to a custody battle — the last thing you want to think is […]
While no one likes to think of the possibility that their spouse is preparing to leave them, it does unfortunately happen. An unhappy spouse may decide on divorce long before they actually divorce their partner because it can take time to prepare for the split, especially from a financial standpoint. This kind of planned divorce […]
Regardless of the route to achieving it, ending a marriage is a complicated matter. When searching to end a marriage, the common phrase is “I’m getting a divorce”, but is that really the correct option for your life’s situation? Legally, because a marriage is a legal agreement, there are certain caveats that make the difference […]
Statistics show that the point at which you leave an abusive spouse or partner is the most dangerous, but leaving the relationship is a necessary first step. Your first priority when leaving an abusive relationship is to get you and your children to safety. Here are some steps to help protect your children and yourself […]
You may have heard the phrase “contempt of court” on your favorite legal drama or daytime judge show – but you may not understand what contempt of court, or more commonly referred to as contempt, means. When someone is found to be in contempt, they have displayed disruptive or disrespectful behavior in court or deliberately […]
To most people divorce means everyone for themselves. Divorce can get ugly, with endless arguments over the terms and even court proceedings. But it doesn’t have to be contentious or aggressive. Collaborative divorce presents the option of a peaceful divorce process. What is Collaborative Divorce? Collaborative divorce is a new method of alternative dispute resolution […]
Since the landmark Supreme Court ruling in 2015 that made same-sex marriage legal in the United States, LGBT couples have had the same marriage and divorce rights as heterosexual couples. When it comes to divorce, however, LGBT couples will generally experience some differences. The Basics of the Divorce Process In Texas, couples can file either […]
The process of divorce is difficult for everyone involved, especially children. Telling your kids that you’re getting a divorce isn’t easy, but there are several things you can do to minimize confusion and make the news less overwhelming. Take Time to Plan You and your partner’s decision to divorce doesn’t happen overnight – but once […]
