When you think of child custody battles, divorce is probably the first thing that comes to mind. While the two often coincide, many parents in Texas find themselves navigating the twists and turns of child custody cases that have nothing to do with dissolving a...
Getting divorced can be tough under any circumstances. However, when children are involved, the process can become much more complicated. While you’ll certainly have to try to hash out any disagreements over your child custody and visitation arrangement, merely...
In the midst of a child custody dispute, it can feel like your child has turned against you. Some of this may be a natural result of the process, but if your child unfairly criticizes you and shows unfaltering support for the other parent, then you need to take the...
Family life holds many complexities and unexpected event, as it is a journey that keeps parents traveling along an ever-changing terrain. At times, parenting can be predictable, but it is never without surprises and sometimes unforeseen developments. For many, the...
If you plan on receiving spousal maintenance, you may see it as absolutely crucial to your finances after divorce. If you're expecting to pay spousal maintenance, you may see it as unfair. Either way, if you are beginning the divorce process, you should know the...
The dynamics and roles of a parent differ from one family to the next; however, when a split or a divorce occurs, parents are afforded certain rights when it comes to having access to their children and making certain decisions regarding their care and upbringing....
Even if they have no personal experience with it, most Houston residents probably know that divorce is a stressful process. Divorce consistently ranks as one of the most stressful events in life, much like the loss of a spouse or close relative. Divorce can evoke...
When Texas recognized same-sex marriage, it also recognized same-sex divorce. In one sense, the genders of the individuals involved in a divorce don’t matter in the eyes of the law, the fact is that people going through a same-sex divorce can face a number of legal...
Establishing paternity is crucial for Texas fathers wanting to assert their legal rights and form a relationship with their child. Texas provides you with various ways to establish paternity. You can sign an acknowledgement of paternity at the hospital or file a...
The Child Protective Investigations unit, or CPI, is the unit of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in charge of investigating reports of the abuse and neglect of children. Generally speaking, CPI must investigate all detailed reports of abuse or...