Galveston County Separation & Divorce Planning Lawyer
Picking up the phone to call a lawyer about possibly ending your marriage can be extremely difficult. But seeking legal advice does not mean that divorce is inevitable. Instead, it can help you prepare for and understand the repercussions of your next legal steps. At Lindamood & Robinson, P.C. our Galveston County separation & divorce planning lawyers can help give you the information that will enable you to make the best choice for you and your family.
Planning for a Separation
There are no legal separations in Texas, but couples can still make informal separation agreements that outline important legal issues. For instance, once you and a spouse have made the decision to separate, it is important to begin thinking about custody arrangements and how any marital property will be divided in the event that you choose a divorce. An experienced lawyer will be able to help with the legal aspects of separation planning, including:
- Determining living arrangements, including which spouse will remain in the marital home and who will relocate;
- Making arrangements for temporary child custody and child support;
- Deciding on a fair temporary visitation schedule that is in the best interests of the children;
- Compiling financial records, including tax returns, insurance policies, bank statements, and pay stubs;
- Making lists of all assets, both marital and separate, including real estate, personal property, and gifts; and
- Recording all debts, including mortgages, car payments, outstanding loans, and unpaid credit card debt.
While not all separations end in divorce, it is still a good idea for couples who are considering terminating their marriage to have a firm understanding of the potential legal repercussions. For example, the agreements reached during trial separations often stay in place until the conclusion of divorce proceedings, which can take many months or even years. For this reason, it is in the best interest of all parties to come to an amicable agreement as soon as possible after the decision to separate has been reached. How you handle certain issues at the time of separation can have serious repercussions on later divorce proceedings, so it is important to have the advice of a lawyer throughout the process. If you and your spouse do decide to end your marriage, the law firm of Lindamood & Robinson, P.C. can help you file for divorce, so that the process goes as smoothly and quickly as possible.
How a Dedicated Galveston County Divorce Lawyer Can Help
Divorce proceedings can be especially stressful for children and ensuring that a temporary custody agreement has been reached can help provide a level of stability for all parties. Our lawyers can also help you get your financial records in order, so that in the event that you and your spouse do decide to obtain a divorce, you will have access to all of the information necessary to ensuring that your marital property is divided fairly. If you and your spouse live in Galveston County and you are considering separating, please contact the experienced separation and divorce planning lawyers at Lindamood & Robinson, P.C. by calling 713-654-2112.
