Blog

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…

Child custody, known as conservatorship in Texas, is intended to maintain a child’s relationship with both parents after divorce, regardless of where the child primarily lives. However, many factors can limit custody or even result in a parent losing the ability to see or make decisions about their child. One recent example involves a Brazoria…

During a divorce, each parent works hard to reach an agreement regarding custody and child support. Once these plans have been finalized, any potential changes must be reviewed and approved by the court before action can be taken. However, there are legal consequences when a parent breaks a custody order by acting outside the scope…

Having the state take your child and assume custody can be both frustrating and terrifying. Placing a child in substitute care is hard on families and may be traumatic to a child. That’s why the goal of the family law system is to make every effort to return a child to the parent’s custody if…

Child custody agreements are often a source of substantial contention between divorcing parents. Ideally, each parent focuses on the best interests of the child, which is the driving goal for any family court judge who finalizes the custody arrangement. Yet, in some instances, one parent may decide to disobey the agreement and the law by…

Unmarried parents in Texas choosing to share in the custody of a child must take additional steps to protect their rights and the rights of a child. Wanting the best for a child and establishing a lasting connection are most parents’ desires, whether or not the relationship between the parents endures. Parents can successfully make…

There are valid reasons why a parent would want to have full custody of their children. As a parent, you can file for full custody, either as part of the divorce process or by filing for a modification to the parenting plan. Regardless of when you file, you will need to overcome the policy interests…

When a parent does not have primary custody of their child, it does not mean they are without rights. Every parent in Texas has rights, regardless of how much time they have with their children and whether the children live with them. The custodial parent must respect these rights under the possibility of penalty from…

When a parent does not have primary custody of their child, it does not mean they are without rights. Every parent in Texas has rights, regardless of how much time they have with their children and whether the children live with them. The custodial parent must respect these rights under the possibility of penalty from…

For whatever reason, a parent may be untruthful in a custody case. Usually, they want to gain leverage over the other parent by making false accusations or lying on the witness stand. Doing so can have significant ramifications on the custody case. They may also end up being punished by the court in several ways….

In many cases, the original child custody order parents may have agreed to or that was decreed by a judge may no longer fit their children’s circumstances. Over time, things may change for the children or the parents such that the court order needs to be modified. This would require a formalized process that is…

Texas courts take the matter of parental alienation seriously. Public policy aims for children to have steady and productive relationships with each of their parents, and it is a core principle of family law. If one parent attempts to interfere in their child’s relationship with the other parent, judges may deal harshly with it, even…

For parents with joint custody, life happens. Whether it is for work or access to affordable housing, parents may need to move from the original location where they were living when their conservatorship agreement was signed. However, the move may be difficult for the children because it could take them farther away from their other…

If two parents are unable to reach an agreement on a parenting plan, a family court judge will be forced to make a decision after giving each of the parents the right to present their case. Judges have the freedom and ability to consider a wide range of factors in reaching their decision. First, there…

In divorce cases, parents (or a judge) must figure out the relationship between the divorcing parents and how their children will be raised. One common option is joint custody, where the parents share equally in the responsibilities. Joint custody – called joint managing conservatorship in Texas – is the preferred option, although it is not…

Learning how to navigate child custody is difficult for any parent; learning how to transverse child custody for fathers can be especially difficult as finding helpful during this time can be few and far between. Fathers have the same rights as mothers to grow their parent-child relationships during a complex and difficult time without obstacles…

Summer is here in the great state of Texas, and while vacation may look a little different this year, there is still plenty of fun to be had and memories to be made. Texas child custody laws can be complex and confusing, and both parent and child would rather spend quality time together than attempt…

Currently, the world is experiencing a crisis, unlike anything we have experienced in our lifetimes. These unprecedented times have brought a new world of change with them, adding stress and confusion to an already difficult period. A parent’s concern should always be focused on the safety and wellbeing of their children, and the current climate…