Can You Relocate When There is a Custody Order in Place?
Have you been offered a new job? Do you want to move closer to family? There can be a million reasons why a person wants to move and it can be an exciting adventure. If there is a custody order in place, however, things can get complicated. The relocation of a parent can...
Child Custody Modifications
When child custody arrangements are determined, the court uses the best interest of the child standard as its foundational guidance. The court works hard to consider all the factors that could impact the best interest of the child in establishing child custody arrangements, referred to as “conservatorship,” “possession,” or “access,” in Texas. Sometimes,...
The Best Interests of the Child Standard
Divorce can be a difficult thing to go through for so many different reasons. The uncertainty of the process in and of itself can be a great source of anxiety. This can be especially true for those divorcing with children. Child custody is, of course, a big issue in divorce proceedings and goes to...
How Should You Address Time Sharing in Your Parenting Plan?
When you are trying to successfully co-parent after a divorce, a solid parenting plan that addresses time sharing in as much detail as possible can be an integral and foundational need to fill. A well drafted parenting plan, however, is easier said than done. It involves balancing the time commitments and priorities of...
Co-Parenting Struggles in the Time of Covid-19
Co-parenting can be difficult in the best of times. Throw a pandemic into the mix, and things can become exponentially more complicated and tough to handle. Know that you are not alone. Co-parents across the country have been faced with new and heightened challenges underscored by the Covid-19 pandemic. Here, we will not only...
Changes in Child Custody in Texas
Child custody is often one of the most critical issues in a divorce. At times, after the issuance of the divorce decree and institution of the custody order, one or both of the parents might find a need to...
Child Custody During Coronavirus
As COVID-19 continues to infect hundreds of thousands of people nationwide, parents everywhere are grappling with difficult decisions when it comes to keeping their children safe. Parents are being forced to confront a new reality involving homeschooling, no playdates, and...
Child Custody Disputes in Texas
New Technologies Could Make Co-Parenting Easier
Co-Parenting Tips for Newly Divorced Parents
Effective co-parenting can be quite challenging, especially following an acrimonious divorce. Despite the challenges, in most cases having both parents play an ongoing and active role in the lives of the children will be beneficial for all involved. For...