When you and your spouse decide to divorce, you may feel confident that you both have already agreed on everything. You may say, “We have it all worked out.” However, when you take a closer look, important details are often missing, and sometimes entire issues have not been considered at all. Understanding these gaps early can save you time, money, and stress. When “Everything” Is Not … [Read more...] about “We Already Have Everything Worked Out in Our Divorce”
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Why Your Divorce Should Not Be a Public Divorce
A public divorce exposes your finances, property details, and personal life to AI data harvesting, identity theft risks, and long-term online visibility. You protect yourself and your children by limiting what goes into court filings, keeping detailed financial terms out of public records, stepping away from social media, controlling what you put in writing, and choosing a Collaborative Divorce to … [Read more...] about Why Your Divorce Should Not Be a Public Divorce
What is the Most Important Thing to Do Before I Start My Divorce in Texas?
Before starting your divorce in Texas, the most important thing you can do is get organized—especially with your finances. Whether you choose litigation or Collaborative Divorce, gathering all your key financial records early (bank statements, retirement accounts, tax returns, and credit reports) will save time, stress, and money. In a Collaborative Divorce, both spouses openly share … [Read more...] about What is the Most Important Thing to Do Before I Start My Divorce in Texas?
Are Divorce Records in Texas Public?
In Texas, most divorce records are public and can usually be accessed through the county where the divorce was filed. While attorneys can mark documents as “sensitive,” that doesn’t always prevent public access—people can still request copies in person at the courthouse. Some companies even use AI to collect and sell access to these records online. To protect your privacy, you can request that … [Read more...] about Are Divorce Records in Texas Public?
What Makes a Divorce Expensive?
Divorce often comes with a hefty price tag, not just in monetary terms but also emotionally. Legal fees can add up. However, the level of conflict and uncooperative behavior by one or both spouses within the divorce proceedings truly escalates the costs. Each disagreement only increases the expense of the process. For example, failing to meet deadlines, refusing to exchange documents, deliberate … [Read more...] about What Makes a Divorce Expensive?
Should I Buy a House Right After My Divorce?
Buying a house right after divorce isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision—it depends on your personal, financial, and family circumstances. If you have children in local schools, it may make sense to stay nearby, but renting could offer more flexibility until things stabilize. Your financial position, mortgage options, and market conditions should guide your choice. A financial planner—or in a … [Read more...] about Should I Buy a House Right After My Divorce?
The Respectful Divorce Podcast Features Austin Attorney Mary Jones
Austin Collaborative Divorce attorney Mary Jones was recently a featured guest on The Respectful Divorce podcast discussing the value of Collaborative Divorce and the upcoming Divorce With Respect Week® initiative. The Respectful Divorce Podcast talks with divorce professionals to explore the different divorce options that people have for untying the knot. “I like helping people,” said Mary … [Read more...] about The Respectful Divorce Podcast Features Austin Attorney Mary Jones
Benefits of The Financial Professional in a Collaborative Divorce
Having a financial neutral can help you understand what the current household budget looks like and can assist you in creating a post-divorce budget. Often during a marriage, a couple will divvy up who manages the household tasks and who manages the finances. In those situations, during their divorce process the person who managed the household tasks may have no idea what's been … [Read more...] about Benefits of The Financial Professional in a Collaborative Divorce







