Should I get divorced?

Should I get divorced?

Question: I’m not sure that I want a divorce. Things have been bad for a while, but I am still hanging on. Sometimes, I feel like it is over, but then I think of the kids, our house—our life. Is … Continue reading

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When to choose mediation over trial?

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TRIAL VERSUS MEDIATION: KNOW WHEN TO FOLD AND KNOW WHEN TO FIGHT Why should you mediate? 1. You get a custom order written by the parties- not by a judge. 2. You can avoid the emotional and financial costs of … Continue reading

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How long does it take to get divorced in Texas?

How long does it take to get divorced?

“When will this thing be over?” If you find yourself asking your attorney “are we THERE yet?,” you need to know whether the delay is being caused by your lawyer, the other party, the other lawyer, or just the process. … Continue reading

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What are the Effects of Divorce on Kids?

How to Tell Your Children about Divorce

There are many gut-wrenching stories that clients recount of telling their kids that it is “over” between mommy and daddy. They usually involve calculated timing by the parents, a scripted statement explaining why it happened and a sketch of what … Continue reading

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How much is a divorce? Top 10 items to consider when assessing the costs of a family law case

How much is a divorce? Typical costs of family law

“How much is this going to cost me?” This is one of the top questions that I receive from prospective family law clients. After reviewing the deadlines and process of their cases, everyone  is concerned about the cost of litigation.  … Continue reading

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Holiday Advice for Divorced Parents: Give the Gift of Good Co-Parenting

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The jolly old man in the funny red suit is sure to come to most homes with children this holiday season.  However, does he come pursuant to the standard possession schedule for Christmas access before December 28th?  Or does Santa … Continue reading

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Divorce: Kardashian Style

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Is it a coincidence that Kim Kardashian and Jessica Simpson both suffered the scrutiny of reality television shows — MTV’s reality series, “Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica,” and the infamous train wreck of “Courtney and Kim Take New York” — and … Continue reading

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What to Expect (and what not to) in Family Law

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What to Expect (and what not to) in Family Law What to Expect in Family Law: To help you understand what to expect from your attorney, we put together this “Timeline for Procedures in Family Law.” To read it, click here. What … Continue reading

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Top Ten Common Myths in Family Law

Law Office of Natalie Gregg

Download this entire document as a PDF here. 1. I want “full custody” of the children. In Texas, the magic legal words are “conservatorship” and “access.” Conservatorship is the bundle of rights and duties that accompany being a parent; for … Continue reading

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Timeline for Procedures in Family Law

Natalie Gregg | Collin County Divorce Attorney

Timeline for Procedures in Family Law by Natalie Gregg Download this entire document as a PDF here (). File the petition or request for relief- Your attorney goes to the courthouse, pays the filing fee and asks the court for … Continue reading

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