Drafting a parenting plan as part of your custody agreement may feel unnecessary, but that contract provides you with clear boundaries and expectations for both parents while your children grow up. Parenting plans evolve with changes in society, children’s needs and...
Unlike other states, the legal term for child custody in Texas is conservatorship. Conservatorship is the legal right of a parent to decide for the child and to have their child live in their residence for a scheduled period (physical custody). The type of...
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...
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...
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...
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 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,...
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...
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...
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...
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