Divorce Matters

March 12, 2026

Offshore Accounts and International Asset Discovery in Texas Divorce

Offshore accounts and international assets can complicate divorce proceedings in Texas. Courts treat marital property the same regardless of where it is held, and attorneys use tools such as tax records, FBAR filings, forensic accounting, and financial discovery to uncover hidden offshore wealth and ensure fair division of community property.

Divorce Matters

March 11, 2026

Sunset Clauses in Prenups: What You Need to Know

A sunset clause in a prenuptial agreement causes some or all of the prenup’s provisions to expire after a certain number of years of marriage. In Texas, these clauses are generally enforceable, which means couples in Houston and surrounding counties must periodically review their prenups to ensure their financial protections remain valid.

Divorce Matters

March 9, 2026

Dividing Art Collections: Valuation and Custody Issues in Texas Divorce

Dividing art collections in a Texas divorce can be complex because artwork is subjective, illiquid, and often emotionally significant. Courts must determine whether pieces are community or separate property, obtain expert appraisals, and decide on division methods such as physical allocation, buy-outs, or sale of the collection.

Divorce Matters

March 6, 2026

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Divorce Implications

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) can complicate divorce proceedings in Texas, particularly for high-net-worth couples in the Houston area. Because REITs vary in liquidity, valuation, and transferability, courts must carefully evaluate whether they are publicly traded, non-traded, or private before determining a fair community property division.

Divorce Matters

March 5, 2026

Goodwill Valuation: Personal vs. Enterprise Goodwill in Divorce

In high-net-worth divorce cases involving business ownership, the distinction between personal goodwill and enterprise goodwill can dramatically affect asset division. Enterprise goodwill is usually divisible marital property, while personal goodwill may not be. Correct valuation can significantly influence the financial outcome of a divorce settlement.

Divorce Matters

March 4, 2026

How Dynasty Trusts Affect Divorce Asset Division

Understand how dynasty trusts affect divorce asset division in Texas. Learn about protecting inherited wealth, trust distributions, and beneficial interests during high-net-worth divorce proceedings.

Divorce Matters

March 3, 2026

The Impact of State Tax Residence on Divorce Settlements

Learn how state tax residence impacts high-net-worth divorce settlements in Texas. Discover strategies for tax-efficient property division and understand implications of relocating after divorce.

Divorce Matters

February 27, 2026

Minority vs. Majority Business Ownership Stakes in Divorce

In Texas divorce cases, minority and majority business ownership stakes are valued differently due to control premiums, minority discounts, and marketability adjustments. A spouse’s ownership percentage can dramatically impact settlement value, especially in closely held or family businesses where control and liquidity significantly affect fair market valuation.

Divorce Matters

February 26, 2026

Dividing Royalty Streams and Intellectual Property Income

Learn how Texas courts divide intellectual property and royalty streams in high-net-worth divorces. Expert guidance on protecting patents, copyrights, trademarks, and creative income in Houston divorces.

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