Top Things You Need To Do To Prepare For A Divorce

If you think a divorce might be in your future, you’re likely feeling a little apprehensive. Choosing to divorce is a big decision. And divorcing can be quite the process. It’s ranked one of the top five stressors in life for a reason. With that in mind, you’re likely on a fact finding mission to make sure you’re as prepared as possible. So what do you need to do to prepare for a divorce in Texas? Let’s take a look.

How to prepare for a divorce in Texas

There are a number of things you’ll need to consider when planning for a divorce. From finances to child custody, it’s best to have a plan of action in place. While divorces can sometimes be contentious, we believe with the right plan and support, a divorce can be accomplished peacefully.

Manage and prepare your finances & personal data

There are a lot of entanglements when it comes to marriage. One of the primary entanglements is the couple’s finances. As you prepare to divorce, you may want to consider preparing your finances and personal data. Go ahead and change any personal passwords and your mailing address. You’ll need to have access to your private and protected information once the divorce processes. 

You may want to consider closing joint accounts. If your spouse runs up any debt during the divorce process, those could potentially become your responsibility if your name is on the account (and even possibly if not). You also want to eliminate the risk of your partner draining the account prior to the divorce finalizing. You also want to be mindful not to do anything that would potentially leave your spouse with nothing. You’ll also want to be sure to protect your credit. Consider setting up credit alerts to keep a close eye on things.

Plan your custody case

If you and your partner share children, you will need a parenting plan in place. This plan will determine who will have custody of the children and when each parent will have access to them. It is advised that you make these decisions with careful consideration. You and your children will be bound to live with these decisions for years to come. 

Contact a divorce attorney

To properly prepare for a peaceful divorce, contact a trusted Texas family lawyer. Choosing the right attorney for you and your circumstances may be the most important choice you can make when it comes to preparing for a divorce in Texas.

We are Proffitt & Associates, and we’ve got your back. We are specialists in family law in Houston and the greater Houston area. We are committed to doing what’s right for our clients every step of the way. Let our family help your family with a free one-hour consultation today.