UCCJEA Texas Child custody cases are often in-depth and emotional, especially when parents do not agree with each other. When parents live in different states or move across state lines to be outside of Texas, the challenges multiply, as parenting arrangements are adjusted and concerns about parenting time are brought up. To prevent conflicting custody…
Rule 69 Texas Family Law Divorce hits everyone differently. Some people handle it like a business transaction, others fall apart completely. Most folks land somewhere in the middle, trying to keep it together while everything they knew about their life gets turned upside down. If you’re going through a divorce in Texas, your Texas divorce…
TL;DR How To File Contempt of Court in Texas Contempt of Court in Texas: A legal tool to enforce compliance with family court orders like child custody, support, and visitation; can result in fines, jail time, or other penalties for violations. Civil vs. Criminal Contempt: Civil contempt enforces compliance (e.g., paying overdue support), while criminal…
Contesting a Texas Restraining Order If someone has filed a restraining order against you during a divorce or separation, you may be wondering what steps need to be taken to contest or remove that restraining order. In some cases, the petitioner may have filed for a restraining order, but lacks evidence for it to be…
TL;DR Substantial Change in Circumstances: Substantial Change Required: In Texas, a child support modification requires evidence of a significant change, such as a change in income, health, relocation, or remarriage that affects the child’s welfare. Court Scrutiny: The court evaluates factors like the child’s needs, safety, and the parents’ ability to provide care, and both…
A protection order in Austin is a legal tool designed to protect individuals from abuse, harassment, or threats, particularly those who have suffered from domestic violence. These orders can also offer protection for victims of domestic violence, stalking, or other forms of harm. Whether you are looking to obtain a protection order or have one…
TL;DR (File Emergency Custody in Texas) Emergency Custody Orders: These orders are legal measures to protect a child when their safety is at immediate risk due to abuse, neglect, or other threats from a parent. Who Can File: Parents, grandparents, and other relatives (such as adult siblings or aunts/uncles) can file for emergency custody if…
All children are special, regardless of how they may have become a part of your family. Adoption has its own challenges, but it can enhance a couple’s life immeasurably. However, in the event of a divorce, it’s critical to understand the issues related to the custody and child support for adopted child. You should hire…
Both the non-custodial and custodial parents have to spend money on a child for his/her support. Learn all about your rights for child support here!
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to challenges for divorced parents regarding child custody. Find out how social distancing affects your child’s custody.