Prosper Military Divorce Lawyers
Supporting Military Families in Divorce Proceedings
Serving the Dallas–Fort Worth area, Rudd Legal, P.C. is a military-friendly law firm that understands the unique challenges facing military members and their spouses when filing for divorce. Whether you are stationed in Texas or are about to be deployed overseas, we understand the need to get your divorce finalized as quickly as possible. With the help of our military divorce lawyers, you can get the legal guidance you need to file for divorce and to come to an agreement regarding all divorce-related matters.
Understanding the Unique Aspects of Military Divorce
Military divorces involve specific legal considerations and complexities that differ from standard civilian divorces. Our Prosper military divorce lawyers are experienced in handling the intricacies of military divorce, including:
- Division of military pensions and benefits
- Deployment and relocation issues
- Child custody and visitation arrangements for military parents
- Service of process on active-duty military members
- Spousal support and alimony considerations
Get in Touch with Our Prosper Military Divorce Attorney
At Rudd Legal, we understand the challenges that military families face during divorce proceedings and are dedicated to providing compassionate and knowledgeable legal representation tailored to the unique circumstances of military life.
To learn more about your options and how a military divorce attorney near you can help, contact our team at (833) 372-0569.
Types of Military Divorce
Military divorce generally falls into one of the following categories:
- Standard divorce
- An uncontested divorce
- A divorce with a military spouse who is being deployed
To better understand the divorce process, let's take a look at each type of military divorce.
Standard Divorce
A standard divorce is a divorce between two civilians that are not in the military. The divorce process is the same as any other divorce, but the court may consider military service when determining the division of property and the award of spousal support (alimony). For example, if one spouse stayed home to take care of the children while the other was in the military, the court may award the home-maker with more property or assets.
Uncontested Divorce
An uncontested divorce is a divorce that does not involve any disputes or disagreements between the spouses. When spouses are able to reach an agreement on all divorce matters, an uncontested divorce can be finalized more quickly and at a lower cost. An uncontested divorce is ideal for military couples because it allows them to file for divorce while the service member is deployed, or even while on active duty. The service member simply needs to file the divorce petition in the state where they reside, and the non-military spouse can file for divorce in their home state.
Divorce with a Military Spouse Being Deployed
If you are planning to divorce while your spouse is deployed, there are a few things to consider. First, you need to file for divorce in the state where you reside. Second, you will need to wait until your spouse returns from deployment before you can finalize your divorce. This is because the service member must be served their divorce decree while they are on active duty. In Texas, the divorce decree must be served the military spouse's commanding officer.
If you are planning to divorce while your spouse is deployed, there are a few things to consider. First, you need to file for divorce in the state where you reside. Second, you will need to wait until your spouse returns from deployment before you can finalize your divorce. This is because the service member must be served their divorce decree while they are on active duty. In Texas, the divorce decree must be served the military spouse's commanding officer.
In addition, the service member must wait at least 90 days after they are served with their divorce decree before they can finalize their divorce. This is because the military requires the service member to be physically present at their new duty station for at least 90 days before they can be officially discharged. If you are in a hurry to get a divorce, you may consider filing for an uncontested divorce or a divorce with a military spouse who is being deployed. This will help you get your divorce finalized more quickly and at a lower cost.
Military Divorce Mediation
Since a divorce involving a service member can only be finalized after the service member is served their divorce decree, it may take longer for the divorce to be finalized. This is especially true if the service member is deployed or away from their home base. However, you can speed up the process by working with a mediator who is familiar with the military divorce process. By working with a mediator, you can file for divorce and then proceed with mediation right away. Mediation will help you and your spouse reach an agreement on all divorce-related matters, and your divorce will be finalized much more quickly and at a lower cost.
If you would like to learn more, please contact our military divorce lawyers at Rudd Legal, P.C. We are here to help, and we are just a call away at (833) 372-0569.
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