Posts by Matt Grimshaw
Getting Divorced While in the Service? Get Yourself a Lawyer.
If you are currently serving in the military and thinking about pursuing a divorce, you need a lawyer. While divorce is different for military members, it is always a good idea to seek assistance from an attorney before making any big decisions. By doing so, your attorney can guide you through the entire divorce process,…
Read MoreMedically Retired from the Military? Those Benefits May Not Be Divisible
Anyone who has already gone through or is currently going through the military divorce process is aware of the many difficult challenges that often arise. While any type of divorce is tough, there are specific obstacles and hurdles that only emerge in military divorces. One of these unique challenges is determining which military benefits should…
Read MoreThe Best Present Is Being Present for Your Children
Since the holiday season is arriving very soon, you may have several different thoughts running through your mind. This is natural for co-parents and recently divorced parents who are navigating the difficulties and challenges of sharing their children during the holidays. Regardless of the questions and concerns that you may have or the tough and…
Read MoreCalculating Child Support When Your Ex Is Unable to Work
Dealing with child support isn’t always easy, especially when your ex is unable to work. Whether they cannot work due to disability, cannot find a suitable job, or simply refuse to work, you can still collect child support. However, you will need to do a little legwork yourself in order to obtain the payments owed…
Read MoreElectronic Spyware and Hacking During a Divorce: Don’t Do It
If you’re involved in a tough or contentious divorce here in Texas, you may be tempted to look at your spouse’s text messages, email, or social media to find out what’s really going on. This curiosity is simply human nature and many divorcing spouses experience it when searching for a sense of closure. However, our…
Read MoreHow Can I Prove My Spouse Is Hiding Assets?
Going through a divorce can be stressful, frustrating, mentally taxing, and overwhelming. When you think that your spouse may be hiding assets, it can make the divorce process even more complicated and challenging. No one wants to believe that their spouse has been misleading them. However, hiding assets happens more often than you might think…
Read MoreDoes Adultery Really Affect Divorce?
Turn on any radio station and you’re bound to hear a song or two (or 10) about someone’s cheatin’, lyin’ partner. Maybe the lyrics are about the singer’s heartbreak, or maybe they’re about revenge, but they’re ultimately about the betrayal. Art, however, does not always mimic life. And while adultery and cheating are popular themes…
Read MoreTexas Is Coming for No-Fault Divorce
Texas was one of the first states in the country to offer no-fault divorce, and it’s worked out pretty well for folks over the last 50 years. Unfortunately, there are some who want to eliminate the option altogether. There have been many statements and opinions – largely by pundits and certain legislators – made recently…
Read MoreDo Grandparents Have Visitation and Custody Rights in Texas?
The bonds between grandparents and their grandchildren can be incredibly strong and nurturing. However, in certain circumstances, legal issues can arise that challenge these relationships. In the state of Texas, grandparents may seek court-ordered visitation with their grandchildren under specific circumstances outlined in the Texas Family Code. The legal process to pursue visitation rights begins…
Read MoreUnderstanding Divorce in San Antonio
If you’re thinking about getting divorced, it’s important to understand the process and what types of divorces are available to you here in Texas. Divorce involves a lot of paperwork, so it’s important to choose the right documents, and couples can choose from different types of divorces to fit their particular situations and circumstances. Spouses…
Read More