Generally, the family courts in Texas prefer both parents to play an active role in bringing up their child. However, their top priority will always be to ensure that the best interests of the child are met. In some cases, it may not be suitable for one parent to have...
Child Custody
Why you need a parallel parenting plan
When couples with children divorce, one of the many things they do to prepare for the life alterations is create a child custody agreement. Many parents plan out a co-parenting plan where each parent has a say in how their child is raised. Each parent then takes on...
How to make Halloween work for your kids after your divorce
Specific dates on the calendar can throw your standard custody plan into doubt. Halloween is the next of these in line. For many children, going out with their parents to collect sweets is a big deal. Roaming the streets in their carefully chosen costume and seeing...
3 visitation details you need in a child custody plan
You have to take special consideration in what you include in a custody and visitation agreement – otherwise, you may be missing out on important parts of your children's lives. When planning out a child custody agreement’s visitation rights with your co-parent, you...
Bad parenting during divorce can affect your child custody case
Divorce generally invites a host of unwanted emotions. It is one thing if these feelings only affect you, but when they impact your kids, it becomes a more serious situation. Maybe you feel angry, hurt and betrayed by your soon-to-be ex. It is normal to experience...
How to handle disputes with your co-parent
The environment where children are raised heavily weighs on their mental health and overall well-being. It could also determine the kind of people they turn into as adults. Therefore, it is crucial that you shield your children from any negative energy or conflict you...
Dealing with parent-teacher conferences as co-parents
One of the most important aspects of co-parenting after separation or divorce is helping ensure that your kids’ performance at school doesn’t suffer. Maintaining communication with their teachers is part of this. It’s typically best to make sure the school and your...
Is your child custody agreement no longer working?
After a few years of abiding by your current child custody order, you may find the original arrangements are conflicting with changes in your life – or your co-parent’s life. Job changes, changes in behavior, changes in your child’s needs, medical and mental health...
Don’t let social media jeopardize your custody case
One of the most contentious aspects of divorce proceedings is child custody. It can be difficult to align the views of both parents, without even considering the potential thoughts of the courts. Social media can add another element of fuel to the fire. It might be...
Potential behavioral issues with children post-divorce
A divorce takes its toll on everyone involved. Often, both spouses have tried to reconcile their relationship, which takes up a lot of emotional effort. Even a more amicable divorce can be trying. Adults, however, generally have coping mechanisms in place to help...