You might think you’re doing what’s best by keeping your child a little longer or even taking them out of state in the heat of a custody dispute. However, interfering with the custody order can lead to serious consequences. Under Texas law, you could be facing felony...
It is almost inevitable that you and your ex will run into conflicts as co-parents. In fact, those conflicts may have been part of the reason you got divorced in the first place. You may see things very differently, making it difficult to always agree. One thing that...
Parents going through a divorce mean that their children have to adjust to changes in just about every aspect of life. Many children who are going through this will look toward familiar adults to help them. Because of this, parents may want to keep the same nanny with...
With an inheritance comes mixed emotions. You miss the person who has passed, but appreciate that they remembered you in their will. If you were the designated beneficiary, are you required to share that money with your spouse? What happens if you divorce? Will the...
Child custody agreements are legally binding arrangements that determine parental rights and responsibilities. However, co-parents’ life circumstances may shift over time, and one of the parents may eventually want to alter their custody order. Generally, Texas courts...
These days, it’s easy for parents to electronically track their children and teens through their phones, watches and cars. Some even put Apple AirTags in their children’s backpacks. If you’re a parent who feels better knowing where your child is at all times, you may...
Childhood abduction is a serious issue, and it is possible for parents to kidnap their own children. This sometimes happens in cases where parents are going through a divorce, particularly if one parent is worried about losing custody rights. To understand when this...
Child custody modification hearings can feel overwhelming, but you can improve your chances of a desirable outcome by presenting strong, clear evidence. The key is to prove that your position is in the child’s best interests. Here’s how to build a compelling argument...
Adults who divorce often look forward to the day when they no longer have to speak to their ex. For those who share children, that day won’t come for a while. In some cases, it may never come. Communicating with your ex may not always be easy, but you must ensure you...
Most parents refer to parenting time and decision-making authority after divorce as “custody.” Some state laws, including those in Texas, use different terms. If you’re going to be divorcing this year, you’ll likely see these legal terms in the documents you’ll be...