Any journey through divorce involves difficult decisions. These decisions have high stakes, as they will set the course for your post-divorce life and your children’s future. One of the most important decisions someone undergoing a divorce will have to make is the type of custody arrangement they want. Custody, which involves ownership or control of… Read More
Things Not to Say to a Child of Divorce
“I’m okay and I think the kids are doing okay too. But it’s hard to really know what they are feeling and super hard to know what to tell them,” Mike said to his sister. He continued, “It’s like, I can’t tell them the truth about why we split at this point, they’re too young… Read More
What Is Considered an Unfit Home for a Child: Key Factors
“He’s a fine dad, he loves the kids, he spends time with them, plays with them, but their room is a disaster, and I fear it’s getting dangerous around that house. He just doesn’t take care of it and it’s becoming hazardous with peeling paint chipping off the walls and loose wires sticking out all… Read More
Understanding 10 Reasons for Sole Legal Custody Decisions
Last month, a close friend of mine was dealing with a custody battle, which soured our coffee catch-ups and left us grappling with tough questions about what’s best for a child. It was difficult watching him try to navigate this treacherous path. That journey hit home when we started to unpack why sole… Read More
Strategies on How to Win Temporary Custody Hearing in Texas
“Evidence, evidence evidence Tom. Soon, you’ll be in a courtroom, with your ex on the other side, and the future of your children hanging in the balance as I present evidence about why you should win temporary custody,” Tom’s attorney said to him. “There will be some anxious moments, but with proper strategy, preparation and… Read More
Child Custody: When One Parent Moves Out of State
Introduction: Dan and Maria “You’re what?” Dan said to his ex-wife Maria even though he heard her perfectly well when she told him she was moving out of out-of-state. He’s been living in Texas, raising his children and navigating the complexities of joint custody. Then out of the blue, a curveball is thrown – Maria… Read More
Do Mothers Get Custody in Texas?
Navigating child custody disputes can be an emotional and overwhelming journey for many parents. This is especially true when there are questions about how the court makes custody decisions. For example, many people believe that mothers have an advantage in custody matters. Do mothers get custody in Texas, or is that a misconception? Whether you… Read More
How Can a Father Get Full Custody in Texas?
A common misconception is that the court favors mothers in child custody cases. Because of this misinformation, child custody disputes can feel particularly daunting and challenging for fathers. You may wonder, “How can a father get full custody in Texas? Is it even possible?” Below, we discuss the basics of Texas child custody laws, examples… Read More
How to Win Child Custody as a Mother in Texas
Your definition of “winning” child custody depends on your goals. Perhaps your main goal is having your child live with you over the other parent. On the other hand, you may wish to prevent your child’s other parent from getting custody or visitation rights. Below, our Texas child custody lawyers discuss the basic principles of… Read More
Boyfriend’s Income Effect on Child Support
If you are receiving child support and start a relationship with a new boyfriend, your ex-husband may try to say that your boyfriend’s income should be factored into the child support equation. Is he right? While there is currently no law in place that says that your significant other’s income should affect your child support,… Read More
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