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Going through a divorce can be a difficult time in an individual's life. When dealing with a divorce and the resulting issues, you need an attorney that works to protect your rights and minimize the additional stress and anxiety that the divorce process can cause.

At Goldstein & Scopellite, PC, we focus our attention on you and your needs. We take the time to listen to you. We discuss your concerns and your situation throughout the process, whether you are facing a contested or uncontested divorce. Our attorneys then structure a strategy and employ that strategy throughout the course of the proceedings seeking effective resolutions to all of the issues you may be facing. Below are some of the major issues that may stem from a divorce. To learn more, contact an attorney at our office to schedule an initial consultation.

Temporary restraining orders during a divorce can cause emotions to become inflamed. At times the parties of the divorce will act out against each other. A restraining order may be requested and sometimes is a standing requirement of the court.

Property Division

The division of property throughout the course of a divorce is frequently a contested subject, depending mainly on the value of the marital estate. In Texas, unless the property in dispute was seperate property, the property is considered community in nature. There are many different types of property and assets that may be subject to division, including:

• 410Ks and Retirement plans*
• Homes
• Personal property
• Vacation homes
• Real estate
• Debts
• Stock options
• Automobiles

Our firm can draft and handle the filing of a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) that governs the division of some retirement (401K) benefits granted in the divorce.

Spousal Support

A party may be awarded spousal support or spousal maintenance, if certain factors are met. Some of these factors include (but are not limited to) the:

• Age of the party
• Length of the marriage
• Health of the party
• Monetary contribution of the parties
• Income potential and employment situations

Our firm can help you determine if spousal maintenance can be requested, how much spousal support may be paid, and for how long. If our firm determines that spousal support can be awarded we will draft and file the necessary request for spousal support as applicable, and if ordered we will draft the order to ensure enforcement of that support.

Issues Regarding Children

Divorces involving children must be handled in a way that protect the best interests of the children. Our lawyers are dedicated to helping clients resolve their personal and property issues of the divorce so that the client can focus on taking care of and protecting their children. Our attorneys are experienced in representing clients in child custody and child support matters that stem from a divorce and we are experienced in handling complex divorces and jury trials. We strive to focus our attention on how the children will be taken care of and we work to ensure that the children will benefit by having stability during this volatile process. Our lawyers can explain the different types of custody options that are available and we can work with you to determine the best type of custody to pursue for your children. We also help explain the child support guidelines of child support that may be awarded to the primary parent for the support of the children.

Modifications

After an order related to a divorce or any family law matter (paternity, suit affecting a child) is entered with the court, any party wishing to change that order will need to go through the court in order to change the terms of the order. In most cases, a final order can be modified only if there has been a change in circumstances of one of the parties or children or a showing of harm. Our firm has successfully represented many clients in modifications involving a range of issues, including: child custody, visitation, medical support, child support, domicile, clarification of a prior order, telephone contact, writs of attachment, drop-off locations, and withholding orders.

Contact Us

You do not have to face your divorce alone. If you are considering filing for divorce or if you are already involved in a divorce or modification proceeding, contact one of our attorneys at Goldstein and Scopellite, PC for a free 20-minute consultation. During this time, our qualified attorneys will discuss your options and your rights concerning your matter.

The office of Goldstein & Scopellite, PC represents clients located in and around the Dallas / Fort Worth area of Texas, including the communities of Denton, Plano, and all surrounding counties.

Goldstein & Scopellite, PC
Attorneys at Law
2515 Thomas Avenue
Dallas, TX 75201
Telephone: 214-351-9100
Facsimile: 214-351-2889
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