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...
Child Custody
Why modify a child custody agreement?
In the state of Texas, parents are generally allowed to have custody of their children according to a custody order put in place by a judge. In some cases, it may be appropriate to modify a custody order after it has been issued. Has there been a change in...
What visitation rights does a father have in Texas?
Divorce can be traumatizing for parents and children alike. Both may wonder how frequently they will be able to spend time with and see each other, and these concerns can cause acute family stress. Custody concerns are often particularly difficult for fathers, as many...
Matters leading to child custody modifications
A Texas family court judge will not arrive at a child custody decision until after reviewing detailed evidence and documentation about the child's best interest. The custody ruling will detail points about sole or joint custody, visitation rights, and other parenting...
Do mothers get preferential treatment in Texas custody cases?
Though folklore often paints the court system as favorable to the mother in custody cases, Texas law puts the best interest of the child first. Today, Texas courts take many factors into consideration when developing a custody arrangement. Important factors courts...
What does a temporary restraining order mean for a custody case?
If you are going through a bitter custody battle, you may expect your ex-spouse to take steps to prevent you from seeing your kids. One of these steps, filing a temporary restraining order, may happen quickly. Still, as a father, you have rights. While it may be...
What is a possession order in Texas?
Going through a custodial case can be a stressful and emotional process, especially if you are a non-custodial parent. Texas law provides guidelines over possession orders that are in the best interest of the child and the parents. Read on to find out more about...
How can you modify a custody order?
If you're going through a divorce in Texas, it's understandable to want everything to go smoothly as possible. However, things can get quite complicated when the divorce process involves your children. Even with a proper custody arrangement, you and your ex-spouse...
Custody concerns with children under 3
In Texas, custody might be handled differently for children under 3 than for older children, given younger children’s emotional and physical needs. Provisions might be made for necessary care and support and to work towards the more permanent custody order. Younger...
Substance abuse could lead to the loss of parental rights
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...
