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After an adoption or disestablishment of paternity, many parents wish to officially change their child’s last name. This process can be complex and requires strict adherence to certain court procedures, so if you are interested in legally changing the name of your child, it is crucial to retain the services of an experienced complex child custody attorney. Petition Requirements Only…
In Texas, couples who wish to terminate their marriage must fulfill certain legal requirements before the divorce can be finalized. Ensuring that all of these requirements are met and that all appropriate paperwork is completed and submitted on time can make an already stressful situation even more emotionally taxing, so if you are considering a divorce, it is important to…
Aside from the many emotional implications of establishing paternity, there are also a variety of practical advantages. For example, establishing paternity gives a father certain parental rights, including claims to visitation and child custody. Unfortunately, the process can be complex and time-consuming, so if you are interested in establishing or denying paternity, it is important to contact an experienced child…
The presence of extended family members can play an important role in the life of a young child. In most cases, parents are only too happy to involve their own parents in the lives of their children. When parents restrict visitation, however, some grandparents may attempt to obtain a court order allowing visitation. Obtaining this type of court order can…
A custodial parent’s decision to relocate with his or her child can wreak havoc on an already precarious and complex child custody situation. Unless both parents reach an agreement, noncustodial parents have the option of objecting to the intended move and leaving it up to a family court to decide whether relocation is in the best interest of the child.…
A closely-held business is often the most valuable asset in a high net worth divorce, from both a financial and emotional standpoint. Financially, a business is often a couple’s primary income source, and many spouses may be hard-pressed to find alternate employment if the business is removed from their lives. Emotionally, all business-owners know the level of investment required to…
Since 2005, all couples involved in custody proceedings are required to submit a parenting plan setting out the duties and rights of both parties. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to come to an agreement regarding access to the child or which parent will provide the primary residence. Judges are then required to modify or create the plan themselves, meaning that…
As of March 1st, Texas family courts began applying new standards to child custody evaluations. These court ordered evaluations are performed by experts who are trained to make determinations regarding the fitness of parents as well as the suitability of their respective homes as a residence for the couple’s children. The evaluator’s report is then used as evidence during the…
Divorces are notorious for being time-consuming, emotionally draining, and financially taxing. Unfortunately, in Texas, this is often exacerbated by the unique legal process required to divide community property. In many cases, most of a couple’s assets fall under the category of community property and an unfair division could be devastating, so if you or a loved one is considering a…
In Texas, the legal rights and responsibilities of a parent who retains custody of a child is referred to as a conservatorship. Although a family law judge can set the terms of a conservatorship, it is much simpler and less stressful if the parents can come to an agreement outside of the courtroom, so if you are considering a divorce,…