What does joint custody mean? Under the Texas family code, joint custody is not a formal phrase that is used. We have ‘conservators’ and ‘conservatorship’, which refers to the decision making abilities, the rights and the duties of parents. The Texas family code also uses the terms ‘possession’ and ‘access’ Read more…
General Information In Texas, legal rights and responsibilities, also known as “legal rights and duties”, of a parent in terms of child custody are described as Conservatorship. Unless both parents can agree on the rights and responsibilities of a child, a family law judge will decide the terms of conservatorship. Read more…
If we share 50/50 possession, will I have to pay child support in Texas? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sANxbyUYH8 Having a 50/50 possession schedule does not automatically mean you will not pay child support. Texas has a guideline amount of support that is established in each case regardless of time spent in possession of Read more…
Now that Spring Break has started for most families, we turn to the question of when Spring Break ends this year.
Today, same-sex couples has the same right to divorce as traditional couples seeking a divorce in the US. Just as Marriage is Marriage, so is divorce in Texas.
International Child Abduction: Child Support And Child Custody Many divorced parents reside in the same state or city. However, it is increasingly common for one parent to move out of state. This could be for a number of personal or professional reasons. Regardless of the reason, out of state moves Read more…
Issues in Child Custody and Visitation Child Custody and Visitation is often a heated topic during divorce proceedings. That is why it is so important to make sure that your attorney will be both thorough and assertive when fighting for your rights. There are a variety of issues that can Read more…
Many couples dream of growing their family by having children, but their relationship does not always work out. It’s hard enough to go through a divorce in Texas with a child in the picture. For those couples facing infertility issues, marital relationship issues may be amplified by the emotions of Read more…
When you are a part of a military family, something you will need to deal with is moving. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) often means moving across the country or even the world. It’s a necessary and inevitable part of military life. However, things become even more complicated when you Read more…
Whenever possible, Austin divorce courts will award joint custody after a divorce. The court generally believes that children do best when both parents are given a chance to have a relationship with the children. It is possible for one parent to have sole custody, but you should expect joint legal custody in Read more…