For some divorcing couples, reaching an agreement on key issues is tricky. If the conflict is exceptionally high, crafting a co-parenting plan may prove a roadblock to resolving your final divorce plan. When tensions run high, a parallel parenting plan may become a...
According to ChildWelfare.gov, courts use the best interests of the child when making decisions about custody. That means the ultimate custody arrangement best supports the child's overall health and well-being. While specific laws vary from court to court, there are...
Trying to stay involved in your children’s lives when they move away with the other parent is a tough situation. However, modern technology makes it a lot easier. Parents Magazine explains you will have to do a lot more work to stay a part of your children’s lives and...
Many LGBTQ people who are divorcing have children. Though Texas recognizes same-sex marriages, it has not enacted specific laws that address the unique child custody issues encountered by some LGBTQ parents who are divorcing. How does the state handle custody issues...
As a parent, you understand your children will likely not be happy with your Texas divorce. Little ones and teens do not respond well to change. In addition to dividing assets and dealing with everyone’s emotional rollercoaster, you must make decisions about custody...
When you share parenting duties with your children’s other parent, there may be times when you do not see eye to eye. While the hope is you will be able to work through any issues by communicating clearly or seeking mediation, that may not always happen. If you have...
After settling into their post-divorce lives, people may want to relocate. They may consider moving across town, to a new city or out of the state altogether to pursue job opportunities, live closer to family or just to achieve a fresh start. Depending on the...
Even though your marriage is coming to an end, you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse may have decided to share legal and physical custody of your kids. If you each commit to meeting the best interests of your children, you are likely to increase your chances of having a...
When you have children with your ex-spouse, you may not have the ability to share custody. In many cases, there is one custodial and one non-custodial parent. If you are the custodial parent, you may not feel as though it is your responsibility to foster a...
When your Texas marriage ends and you and your ex have children together, you need to figure out who is going to care for them and when moving forward. If you and your child’s other parent are unable to come to an agreement about custody and parenting time, the...