Once your divorce is final, your divorce decree becomes the governing document for your family. It outlines custody, visitation, and support obligations. But life changes. A job loss, a promotion, or a shift in your child’s living arrangements can make those old rules unfair or...
For parents in Denton, Tarrant, Collin, Wise, and Parker Counties, the Christmas season can bring both joy and stress, especially when it comes to child custody exchanges. The key to a peaceful holiday is understanding the Texas Standard Possession Order (SPO), which outlines how holiday...
The holiday season brings excitement, traditions, and sometimes a little extra stress for co-parents. Planning for Thanksgiving and Christmas can help everyone make the most of the holiday season. This guide explains how Texas holiday possession schedules can work, allowing parents to plan and avoid...
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for kids. Between costumes, candy, and spooky fun, children look forward to it all month long. But for divorced or separated parents, the holiday can bring unique challenges. Who gets to take the kids...
When your child graduates from high school, it feels like the start of a new chapter. For divorced or separated parents, this milestone also brings new questions about custody schedules and child support. Many parents wonder: What changes now? The answers depend on Texas law and...
Family law in Texas is always changing. Each year, new laws are passed that can affect how custody is handled and how parents approach mediation during a divorce or custody case. For families, it is important to understand how these updates may affect your rights...
Life does not stand still, and neither do your family’s financial needs. In Texas, child support is designed to provide fair financial care for children, but sometimes your current order may no longer reflect reality. Whether it is due to job changes, health issues, or...
Life after divorce can bring big changes. Sometimes, one parent may want to move to a new city, another state, or even out of the country. This could be because of a new job, a fresh start, or to be closer to family. But when...
When parents go through a divorce or separation, one of the biggest questions is about child custody. Many people ask, “Does Texas automatically give 50/50 custody to both parents?” The answer is a little more complicated than just yes or no. What Does 50/50 Custody Mean? A...
Divorce is difficult both emotionally and legally. Many people turn to mediation to try to work things out peacefully. Mediation can save time, money, and stress. But one question we hear a lot is, “Do I still need a lawyer if I’m doing mediation?” The short...
