Divorce and child custody orders can take a long time to finalize in court. In fact, some child custody cases go on for years before reaching a final decision. If you and your spouse can agree on a child custody agreement while your divorce is pending, that will make...
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What is parental interference and how can it harm you?
As you deal with a divorce and a new child custody arrangement, you may notice your ex-spouse acting differently than normal. When it comes to disagreements and tension between co-parents, parental alienation often happens slowly and builds over time. Signs of a...
What to include in a Texas parenting plan
As a parent navigating a divorce, you and your ex may need to devise something called a parenting plan that sets guidelines you agree to follow when it comes to raising your son or daughter. The parenting plan may be informal, or you may choose to create a formal...
How can I obtain custody of my grandchild?
As a grandparent, you are important to your grandchild. You can develop strong connections that last a lifetime. One way you can protect and maintain this bond is by establishing visitation privileges or custody rights under Texas law. There are specific...
Are you managing your child support payments efficiently?
Thankfully, your child’s other parent does a great job of coming through on paying child support. Could you do more to make the most of those payments to give your child a good life in Texas? GOBankingRates has a few ideas to consider. Learn how to maximize every...
Custody disputes and holidays
During any time of the year, disputes that revolve around child custody can be the most difficult part of the divorce process for many parents. However, during holidays, such as Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and so on, custody disputes can be particularly hard....
Ways for the non-custodial fathers to bond with children
After a divorce in Texas, the entire family must adjust to a new situation. This can mean a new home, new friends and a new school, and less time with the non-custodial parent. FindLaw lists split or joint custody as an option, but the parent with physical custody is...
What happens during a DFPS visit?
Having the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services pay you a visit can be very unsettling. This agency investigates allegations of abuse and neglect, so someone has reported you to them. You do have rights during this process, which includes knowing what to...
Understanding your rights as a grandparent in Texas
The only thing in life that may outshine the joy of being a parent is that of being a grandparent. As such, you may be concerned for your children as they face challenging times during their lives but turn your focus toward caring for your grandchildren. At the Law...