For some child custody cases, Texas courts find it necessary to award custody of the minor child to only one of the biological parents to serve the best interests of the minor child. Awarding sole managing conservatorship -- or custody -- however, is usually a rare...
Month: August 2015
An overview of conservatorship in Texas — Part III
Most Texas couples divorcing today usually opt for establishing a joint managing conservatorship, or child custody. It is now popularly accepted by many people across the country that parents sharing joint custody of their children can promote the children's overall...
An overview of conservatorship in the state of Texas — Part II
There are many laws that govern child custody decisions in the U.S. Texas laws refer to child custody issues as conservatorship. There are various forms of conservatorship arrangements under the laws that are available to all couples who plan on seeking the best...
An overview of conservatorship in the state of Texas — Part I
Child custody issues can be one of the most contentious issues under the family law umbrella in Texas. Child custody issues not only involve divorcing couples, but also apply to unmarried couples who have had a child. A Texas family court judge will typically look all...
Costly mistakes that all divorcing couples should avoid
Many Texas residents know how difficult a divorce can be for the entire family -- not just the estranged spouses. As much as the spouses are looking forward to a happier life apart, the divorce often affects the children profoundly. Children can suffer the brunt of a...
Resolve child support issues in the child’s best interest
Child support complaints are usually filed by the custodial parent when the person accuses the non-custodial parent of intentionally and wrongfully defaulting on their child support payments. On the other hand, some non-custodial parents might also choose to consult...
Understanding paternity fraud — — Part IV
Many legal cases of paternity fraud are revealed when a Texas father finds out at a later date that the child he has believed to be his for a long time is not related to him. In such cases, the father may consult an experienced lawyer in order to help him initiate a...
Understanding paternity fraud — Part III
Paternity fraud can be heartbreaking for a man who has believed for a long time that a child he raised as his biological offspring is not. Because of this belief, this man made sacrifices to raise the child. The emotional pain and suffering that is obviously caused by...