Generally speaking, a Texas judge won't alter a custody or visitation agreement because you drank a beer in front of your kids. However, if you drink to the point that you can't care for a son or daughter, you might be at risk of losing your parental rights. Let's...
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Regaining custody rights in Texas: A short guide
If you're trying to regain child custody rights in Texas, there are steps you can take that may help the process along. You may assume otherwise, but the state works with individuals who help themselves. Evaluate the past and learn from it Life is complex, and...
4 tips to protect your children during a custody dispute
As a parent, you want what is best for your children, which is likely why you are challenging your custody arrangement. These kinds of conflicts, however, can cause turmoil for everyone involved. Try these four tips to help protect your children during a custody...
Common myths about property division during divorce
Some people mistakenly assume that getting a divorce will automatically result in splitting everything that they own right down the middle. In fact, this is not necessarily the case. This is just one of many common myths about how courts divide property during divorce...
What are a father’s guaranteed rights as a parent?
Each year, thousands of married couples decide that it's time to get divorced. If you and your former spouse have children together, it can get understandably confusing to understand your rights as a parent. Fortunately, each parent has certain rights regarding their...
Fathers should be aware of paternity fraud
If you've assumed paternity for a child only to find out that you don't share any DNA with the child, you should know about fathers' rights. Misassigned paternity can be devastating for fathers and children, and it often puts financial strain on fathers. If you're a...
Defend for your rights: 4 Reasons for dads to fight for custody
While divorce is often difficult, it can be even more challenging when there are children in the picture. This can be especially true if you are a father who is in the middle of a custody battle. Because society has traditionally prioritized mothers when it comes to...
Fathers’ rights could be impacted by changes to Texas law
In Texas, child custody cases are often seen as favoring the mother. For many fathers, it is an uphill battle to be given equal custody. It is important to be aware of current family law along with possible changes to the law that can impact a child custody...
What do you know about property division mistakes?
You have experience handling valuable assets, but you have no background in dividing all those assets in a divorce. What pitfalls should you watch out for? CNBC provides tips for avoiding mishaps in the property division phase of ending a marriage. Take steps to...
Contested versus uncontested divorce proceedings in Texas
If you and your spouse are facing divorce, you may wonder about the best way to go about it. For some couples, a contested divorce is the only option. For others, uncontested or no-fault divorce is the most logical choice. A contested divorce in Texas Contested...
