When you are in the midst of a divorce, it can feel like you are constantly struggling to reach a fair outcome on every matter. Child custody is likely to be your primary concern as a parent going through a divorce, but it is also the part that can seem the most...
Child Custody
Is it hard to modify a child custody order?
After parents split, the Texas family law court helps them create custody orders to ensure the children have the necessary care. At some point, however, it may become necessary to revisit those original orders. The process for modifying a custody order and subsequent...
What could indicate bad reasons for a parent to relocate?
If you share custody with a co-parent who plans to move to a distant community, there should be good motivation for the relocation. While some parents want the best for their children, others harbor negative feelings toward a co-parent and want to move to take a child...
Two tips for managing custody in the teen years
If you divorce when your children are young, custody agreements are typically straightforward and ensure equal time with both parents, including overnights in both households. As children get older, gain independence and take on responsibilities, that custody schedule...
How is child custody determined in Texas?
For divorcing parents, determining child custody is one of the most concerning aspects of divorce. The Texas Family Code details the policy regulating custody, called conservatorship, by putting the children's best interest first. Judges must use discretion when...
Do you think your ex will choose an irresponsible babysitter?
No parent can be with his or her children all the time. When you are not available to care for your kids, you use your best judgment to select an appropriate babysitter. This person may be a professional, like a nanny, or an amateur, such as a friend or relative....
Common myths about child custody
When couples with children get a divorce, tussles over custody are common. Both sides may suffer significant angst. Some worry is unnecessary, as anxiety often stems from misconceptions. Child custody decisions do not have to be stressful events. Myth #1: Court is...
What do I do if my ex will not let me see my kids?
As a noncustodial parent, you want to see your kids, but when your ex makes it difficult, you may wonder what you can do. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, children are twice as likely to live with a single mom than with a single dad. The courts want both parents...
When can you modify your custody agreement?
Sharing custody of your children might be one of the biggest challenges of a divorce. As time progresses and situations change, you may find that your initial custody arrangement no longer works. Changes to your original agreement can maintain its effectiveness and...
Fathers and child custody matters
Divorce could prove challenging for children, and parents may have to work through differences to prevent psychological and emotional harm. However, differences on the subject of child support could prove challenging to overcome. Fathers may worry about how the Texas...
