Divorce is the second-highest life stressor, following the death of a spouse, on the Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS). No one wants this stress, so it is not as though couples enter marriage hoping or even expecting to go through the trauma of divorce. So why do they? Research by the National Library of Medicine…
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Adopting a child can be one of the most exciting processes for parents and families to go through. For some, this means bringing in a child from an outside situation, but many adoptions involve a child who is already part of the home. Stepchildren often rely on their parent’s new spouse for love, guidance, and…
When it comes to custody, many custodial parents wonder whether a legal guardian can deny visitation to the non-custodial parent. In most cases, non-custodial parents have visitation rights and you must follow the visitation schedule or parenting time ordered by the court. As the custodial parent, you are expected to make sure visits happen unless…
When you separate or divorce, you want to move on. You don’t want to be involved in your ex’s life more than necessary. But if your ex owes child or spousal support, you may have to stay involved to make sure your children get what they need. In this post our Texas family law attorneys…
Being a parent is not easy, and it takes constant hard work, love, and care to protect and raise a child. Unfortunately, some parents are accused of abusing their children when they are simply trying to be a good parent. In Texas, data from the Texas Department of Family Protective Services (DFPS) shows that there…
Gone are the days of the one-size-fits-all wedding. Texas couples may choose the type of ceremony for their special day. The Brazoria County family law lawyers at Terry & Roberts can help you legally navigate marriage, providing experienced guidance in prenuptial agreements, adoption by a spouse, and child support if you share a child in…
From an ideal legal standpoint, a Texas prenuptial agreement should complement your estate plan and will, expressing your wishes in marriage and at the end of life. However, when death occurs, it can be alarming to discover that a loved one’s will does not reflect the choices made in a prenuptial agreement. When considering whether…
