Divorce Financial Planning in Tarrant & Denton Counties

Helping You Protect Your Finances During and After Divorce

Divorce is more than just the end of a relationship—it is a significant financial transition. Without careful planning, you risk costly mistakes that can affect your stability for years to come. At Setzer Law Firm PLLC, we guide clients through smart, strategic divorce financial planning to help them secure a stronger future.

Serving clients throughout Colleyville, Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, and nearby communities, we provide the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate financial changes with confidence.

Why Divorce Financial Planning Matters

Dividing property, managing debt, adjusting to a single income, and protecting retirement savings are just a few of the financial hurdles that arise during divorce. Without the right plan, it is easy to overlook critical details that can lead to:

  • Unfair property settlements
  • Insufficient spousal support agreements
  • Tax consequences
  • Post-divorce financial instability

At Setzer Law Firm, we ensure that your divorce not only addresses your immediate needs but also prepares you for long-term financial success.

Learn how we help clients with Property Division during the divorce process.

Key Aspects of Divorce Financial Planning

Our comprehensive approach covers every critical area, including:

  • Asset and debt identification: Cataloging community and separate property accurately
  • Business and investment valuation: Ensuring fair division of complex financial interests
  • Retirement account division: Protecting 401(k), pension, and IRA interests through Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) when necessary
  • Spousal support and alimony: Structuring fair support agreements
  • Tax implications: Considering future tax obligations in settlements
  • Post-divorce budgeting: Helping clients adjust to their new financial realities

Our attorneys work closely with financial experts and CPAs when needed to ensure that every asset and liability is addressed properly.

Strategic Planning for High Net Worth Divorces

High-asset divorces require even more detailed financial planning to protect business interests, investments, real estate holdings, and retirement savings. We provide tailored solutions for individuals with significant assets to ensure that financial settlements are equitable and sustainable.

Divorce and Future Financial Goals

Divorce planning should do more than just divide existing assets—it should position you for future success. Our team helps you:

  • Understand how settlements impact long-term wealth
  • Develop post-divorce savings and investment plans
  • Minimize financial surprises after the divorce is finalized.
  • Prepare for education expenses, homeownership, and retirement

By addressing both immediate and future financial needs, we help you move forward with stability and peace of mind.

Why Choose Setzer Law Firm?

Clients trust Setzer Law Firm because we offer:

  • Over 30 years of combined family law experience
  • A deep understanding of property division and financial settlements
  • Access to trusted financial professionals
  • Honest, strategic advice tailored to your goals
  • Personal attention from attorneys who care about your long-term success

FAQ About Divorce Financial Planning

You should begin financial planning as early as possible—even before filing for divorce if you are considering it. Early planning ensures that you understand your financial position, protect important assets, and avoid costly mistakes during negotiations.

Essential documents include tax returns, pay stubs, bank account statements, retirement account information, mortgage documents, credit card statements, business financials, and investment records. Our team provides detailed checklists to help you prepare.

Yes. With clear financial disclosures and realistic settlement goals, many couples can reach agreements through Divorce Mediation, avoiding lengthy and expensive court battles.

Retirement accounts are often considered community property in Texas if they were earned during the marriage. We work to ensure fair division, using Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) when necessary to divide accounts without triggering penalties.