Texas courts take child custody very seriously. They prioritize the children's best interests in various types of family law litigation. The court could also appoint legal representation for the involved child, depending on the circumstances. Sometimes, the court...
Child Custody
How should you split expenses with a co-parent?
A co-parenting plan will contain important information regarding your children and their financial needs. However, surprise expenses will crop up from time to time, which may leave you and your former spouse at odds. When it comes to divorce, splitting expenses with a...
3 ways to deal with a difficult co-parent
Dealing with a problematic parent during a child custody dispute can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience. However, it is possible to navigate the situation in a way that is best for your child and your well-being. Texas Family Code mandates that parents...
Minimizing conflict amid divorce for your child’s benefit
Emotions often run high amid a Texas divorce. Yet, if you and your ex make an effort to minimize the level of conflict that exists between you, your children may be better off because of it. Studies show that when a high degree of conflict exists between parents, the...
When do a child’s preferences matter in a Texas custody case?
When you and your child’s other parent end your relationship in Texas and both wish to remain an active part of your child’s life, you need to figure out how you plan to do so moving forward. If you and your ex are unable to agree to custody terms on your own accord,...
How can a custody investigation help you?
Custody cases are often emotional and contentious, but they do not have to be. Approach the case rationally, especially if you have concerns about the other party. For parents with specific concerns about custody challenges, an investigation can help. There are some...
3 FAQs about parents relocating after divorce
Texas family law courts generally assume that it is in the best interest of children that both parents continue to have an active role in their lives after they divorce. For this reason, Texas divorce decrees often place restrictions on whether either parent can...
Should you insert a first right of refusal in your custody plan?
Even in ideal marriages, it is not uncommon for parents not to see eye-to-eye about all child-rearing matters. After all, according to Psychology Today, there are four distinct parenting styles. If you and your spouse rarely agree on how to parent your kids, your...
What is a parenting plan?
Ending a marriage may prove difficult, but when that relationship includes children, the divorce takes on a whole new meaning. In an effort to ensure children maintain a relationship with both parents, the court expects parents to create a document that sets out...
Important principles for child custody in summer
A child custody arrangement in Texas can work quite well all year long, but sometimes couples find that summer schedules call for special considerations. When school ends, children often require more supervision and attention. This situation comes with both...