Child Custody And Support

Custody and divorce disputes can shift quickly when one side raises claims that do not match what actually happened. You may see statements about behavior, finances or parenting that feel inaccurate or one-sided. These claims often affect emotions, timelines and...

When a couple divorces, dividing property is not the only thing that makes the whole situation difficult. The worst part is having to involve your child or your children in the exhausting and heartbreaking process of deciding custody. Several factors can make custody...

Life changes fast, and sometimes the custody order you agreed to in the past just doesn’t fit your child’s reality anymore. But in Texas, courts don’t rewrite custody plans for small disagreements or personal frustrations. You need to show a serious change in your...

When parents divorce or separate, they frequently share custody of their children. Both parents have a certain amount of time with the children. They typically also share the authority to make decisions about their upbringing. The state imposes numerous...

Men in Texas who believe they have fathered a child may have questions. Whether or not there is any doubt in their minds if there is a biological relationship can matter. These are the ways paternity is established and the benefits of doing so. Establishing paternity...

If you get married to someone in Texas who has children, you'll likely do all you can to make them feel part of your family. Choosing to go through the stepparent adoption process may also be a move you'd like to take. Making a stepchild legally yours can have several...

Child custody battles can be an exhausting emotional process for all parties involved. Like in many other states, the court's primary concern is the child's best interest in Texas. There are various factors that the court considers when deciding on child custody....

Parental relocation is a contentious issue that often arises during and after a divorce. In general, the state of Texas views the best interests of the child as the top priority in any custody or visitation decision. This includes decisions relating to parental...

Narcissism refers to a personality disorder characterized by an excessive sense of self-importance, need for admiration and lack of empathy for others. Co-parenting with a narcissist can be incredibly difficult for several reasons. Unwillingness to compromise Usually,...

Texas law generally allows both parents to take an active role in their children's lives after a divorce. Therefore, you will need to work with your former spouse even if you don't have any romantic interest together any longer. There are many strategies that you may...