Child Custody

A separation is never easy, especially when there are children involved. When a breakup turns into a high-conflict custody battle, the emotional and financial stakes could skyrocket. You may feel overwhelmed by the legal process and worried about the future of your...

Geographic restrictions are present in some Texas custody orders because the court considers those restrictions to be in the child’s best interest. While that may not seem like a huge deal, it’s something that can dramatically affect where the parent who has physical...

Parents who have gone through divorce likely have a child custody order that dictates the parenting time schedule and other matters related to the children. Texas parents who follow a Standard Possession Order are typically subjected to an April deadline for choosing...

You may expect custody issues to settle through discussion, mediation or an agreement between parents. In some cases, that will happen. In others, disputes involving your children may become too difficult to settle outside court. Custody cases can become more...

Summer means time off from school, family vacations and a lot of fun. For parents who have split up, being able to make summer plans means understanding what’s included in the parenting plan. This can have an impact on many aspects of summer, particularly vacation...

Divorce is very disruptive for young children. Their homes and daily schedules change. The dynamics with not just their parents but also their siblings also abruptly shift. Divorce can destabilize a child's sense of self and family. They may feel anxious or depressed....

The holiday season brings joy and celebration. For divorced parents in Texas, it can also create stress and unique challenges. Texas family law guides child custody and visitation, but holiday-related disagreements can quickly complicate things. For co-parents, open...

Parents who share custody after a divorce or breakup in Texas have many responsibilities. They have to routinely exchange custody and communicate about their children's needs. Frequently, adjusting to shared custody can be a challenge for everyone in the family....

Shared custody in Texas is typical after a divorce. Both parents usually have a liberal amount of time with the children and a degree of influence over major decisions about their upbringing. They usually need to communicate regularly with one another to share...

Co-parenting is a challenging undertaking. People who have just gone through a difficult change in their relationship have to find a way to work with one another to act in the best interest of their children. They typically need to refer to the custody order approved...