Child Custody

Some splits between Texas parents are bitter and angry. In some cases, one parent might even kidnap the child, disregarding child custody orders. Certain remedies can be used in that situation. Why would a parent abduct their child? There are several reasons why one...

You moved to Texas for spouse’s job and then had a family. Things did not work out in the relationship and now, you want a divorce. You also want to move back to your home state, hundreds of miles outside of the Lone Star State. Will a judge allow you to do this?...

Child custody is one of the most highly contested areas when couples split up. Recently, many people have relocated to Texas from other states like California. If you're a recent arrival to the state of Texas, you should understand that our child custody laws are...

In the state of Texas, a parent's gender typically plays no role in whether he or she can obtain custody of a son or daughter. Therefore, if you are a father, it's generally in your best interest to pursue legal or physical custody of your child if you want it. The...

Child abuse and neglect are serious problems throughout Texas. Unfortunately, this is something that often has to be reported by an outsider before any action is taken. Anyone in Texas can call in a report of child abuse or neglect if they suspect something is wrong....

When parents in Texas decide to divorce or break up, some may believe that the mother is always or even more likely to win custody in court. However, this is not always true and largely relies on the individual couple. State policy in Texas and across the country...

When a custodial parent wants to relocate, the state of Texas views that seriously. Judges and lawyers know that children do better when more adults are involved in their lives. The more support a child has in their life, the better. So when a custodial parent...

Child custody arrangements in Texas and around the country are determined based on the best interests of the child standard. Researchers have discovered that children tend to fare better following a divorce when they are able to spend time with both of their parents,...