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Military divorces require special attention and care

There is no doubt that our men and women who are serving in Afghanistan and Iraq and elsewhere, are performing a service that can never be measured or repaid. I have the greatest appreciation for these brave heroes. Unfortunately, we know the battles that members of the armed forces face no end to leave enemy territory. Depression, PTSD, long separations and the readjustment to civilian life all take their toll on military families. The sad reality is that the military divorce rate is higher than the general population.

In 2007, 3.7% of Marines married divorced, 0.4% from the previous year. For the population of the Army, the numbers increased from 3.3% to 3.5% in the same period of time. The numbers represent the highest divorce rate in sixteen years. And veterans groups believe that these statistics underestimate the rate of divorce, as they have in account of the divorces that occur after a spouse leaves the service or marriages that are on the brink of dissolution.

Military divorces involving factors not usually found in civil situations. For example, under Texas law, divorce proceedings can be put on hold for the entire deployment and sixty days after the soldier's return home. And in general, federal law does not divide property to members of a military spouse unless the marriage had lasted at least ten years of active service. In addition, the prolonged time spent overseas as an argument can be used in determining the rights of parents under custody.

If you are in the military or military spouse and you believe your circumstances have led to the need for a military divorce, you should ensure that you are aware of the laws that apply specifically to you and you need to talk to a divorce lawyer military Austin, a Houston divorce lawyer military San Antonio Military divorce lawyer. With major military bases like Fort Hood and Fort Bliss in Texas, Divorce Lawyers Bertolino LLP have extensive experience in this field. We also have divorce lawyers who practice in Killeen and Harker Heights. Please make an appointment with one of our attorneys military divorce in our Austin, Houston or San Antonio office today to discuss your situation. http://www.belolaw.com

About the Author

Tony R. Bertolino is the managing partner at Bertolino LLP with law offices located in Austin, Houston and San Antonio, Texas. A member of the Trial and Appellate Litigation Team, Mr. Bertolino’s practice is devoted largely to complex transactions, commercial litigation, business law, entertainment law and family law matters. You can read more about Mr. Bertolino at www.belolaw.com

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