McKinney, Texas Divorce Lawyers

Award-Winning Family Law Attorneys for Divorces in McKinney, TX

Divorces are never easy, and when you are separating from your spouse and taking steps to end your marriage, the last thing you want to deal with is legal complications. Whether the end of your marriage is amicable or extremely volatile, the decisions you make during your divorce can impact virtually every facet of your life, including your income, your living situation, and your relationship with your children. Our lawyers understand that no relationship is the same, so we will take the time to understand your unique situation, your preferred style of conflict resolution, your extenuating circumstances, and your overall objectives.

Moore Family Law, P.C. has over 20 years of legal experience, and we are committed to developing a tailored divorce strategy just for you. Our lawyers will advise you of your rights, help you understand the divorce process, and make sure you can move forward with confidence.

Grounds for Divorce in McKinney

In Texas, spouses must choose between an at-fault or no-fault divorce. A no-fault divorce will involve irreconcilable differences between you and your spouse, and in these cases, the state does not require you to place blame or cite additional reasons for wanting to end your marriage.

At-fault divorces, however, will involve claims that one spouse is responsible for the end of the marriage, which may affect the division of property and other factors. Common grounds for at-fault divorces include:

• Infidelity: Having romantic or sexual relations with someone other than one's spouse
• Cruelty: Inflicting harm, emotional abuse, or domestic violence on one's partner
• Incarceration: Spending at least one year in prison after a felony conviction
• Abandonment: Having intentionally left or avoided one's spouse for longer than 12 months

If you are looking to avoid disputes with your spouse and resolve issues outside of court as much as possible, an uncontested divorce may be the best option. You may choose to collaborate with your soon-to-be ex to reach agreements on the terms of your separation. In these cases, we can assist in negotiations, helping you create a settlement that will meet your needs.

A contested divorce, on the other hand, usually occurs when there is a high level of conflict that can only be resolved through litigation. If you believe that a divorce trial will be necessary, our attorneys can provide you with effective representation while fighting to protect your rights and help you resolve your case successfully.

Potential Challenges to Address During Your Divorce

The terms of your divorce can affect how often you will see your children, the division of your property, the resources that will be available to you in the future, and a variety of other issues. Some of the most common issues that will need to be addressed during the divorce process include:

• Property Division: Understanding the difference between community property and separate property is crucial when protecting your financial interests and advocating for your rights. While separate property belongs only to you, community property generally includes any assets that you or your spouse acquired during your marriage. Community property is considered to be jointly owned by both parties, and it will need to be divided during the divorce process.
• Financial Assets: Businesses, retirement accounts, real estate property, investments, or other assets you and your spouse own may need to be addressed as you divide community property. We can review important records and documents, take steps to identify hidden assets or dishonest behavior by your spouse, and achieve an outcome that will meet your needs.
• Child Custody: When you have children, you and your spouse will need to address decision-making authority and determine how physical custody or visitation will be divided. Child support is also a key issue that may need to be addressed to ensure that your children will have the financial resources they need as they grow up. When making decisions related to children, the court's priority will be to protect the child's best interests.
• Alimony: Issues related to spousal support or maintenance will be decided on a case-by-case basis. Payments may be awarded depending on whether a spouse has the ability to support themselves financially. While alimony will not be a factor in every case, if it is awarded by the court, the amount and duration of payments will typically depend on factors such as each party's health, age, and standard of living.

Contact Our McKinney Divorce Lawyers

When helping clients resolve divorce-related issues, the team at Moore Family Law, P.C. realizes that civil discussions and agreed settlements are not always possible. However, we work to help our clients resolve their cases efficiently while trying to minimize conflict. Whether your divorce is uncontested or highly antagonistic, we take protecting your interests very seriously. We have received more than 100 five-star reviews, which demonstrates our commitment to safeguarding the future of our clients. Contact our McKinney divorce attorneys at 214-764-8033 to schedule a consultation.