It can feel overwhelming to learn how to get custody of a child in Texas, especially when emotions are running high. Understanding the legal process will help protect your relationship with your child. Courts in Texas prioritize the child’s well-being, taking into account a multitude of factors, … [Read more...]
Understanding Grounds for Modification of Custody in Texas
When circumstances change, an original child custody order or child custody arrangements may no longer suit your and your child’s needs. Luckily, you have the option to request a modification to the child support order yourself. But, once a court order establishes child custody, changing it can be … [Read more...]
Benefits of Primary Physical Custody
Primary physical custody of children has many benefits, along with legal custody standards and considerations specific to Texas law. The post-divorce arrangements concerning children's well-being in Texas cannot be overstated. It fundamentally influences the child's emotional stability, … [Read more...]
How Is Child Support Calculated in Texas: A Complete 2025 Guide for Parents
Dealing with child support in Texas can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re also dealing with the emotional issues of divorce or separation. At Warren & Migliaccio, we've helped many families through this process and understand the financial uncertainty it can cause. Need-to-Know … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for a Child Custody Evaluation: Texas Guide
As a family law attorney here in Texas, I’ve seen my share of hotly contested child custody battles. Sometimes, it’s because both parents are genuinely good options to have sole custody of the kids, but due to understandable reasons, neither is willing to compromise. That was the case with Jade, a … [Read more...]
Primary Custody vs Joint Custody: Choosing Wisely
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 … [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...]
What does “In the best interest of the child” mean in Texas?
As a parent in Texas, navigating the legal system regarding child custody can be a daunting experience. When disputes arise, the paramount concern for the court will always be the "best interest of the child." This standard, enshrined in the Texas Family Code, guides judges in making crucial … [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 … [Read more...]
Understanding Child Custody Orders in Texas
When it comes to child custody in Texas, the courts prioritize one key principle above all else: the best interest of the child. Unlike some states that use terms like "legal custody" or "physical custody," Texas law refers to parents as “conservators.” Understanding the different types of … [Read more...]
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