Judges carefully consider the evidence and arguments presented at a trial before making a final decision, but this...
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Holiday Tips for Co-Parents
The holiday season is a special time for getting together with loved ones to make lasting memories with your...
Possession Schedules for Children Under Three
In divorces and cases involving the parent-child relationship, the court will establish a parenting plan that is in...
Should you mediate your family law case without a lawyer?
Many times I hear potential clients mention the possibility of attending mediation with the opposing party as an...
When can a grandparent sue for possession and access in Texas?
Grandparents are the only people under the Texas Family Code who can file a suit strictly related to possession and...
The DOs and DON’Ts of being a family law litigant
If you ever find yourself involved in a family law matter (or you can envision yourself ending up in one down the...
The case for treating your child’s other parent with kindness
Today I was just about finished writing a very exciting blog post about student loan debt in divorce when my phone...
What are temporary orders?
It is important to meet with an attorney to determine whether temporary orders are necessary in your family law case....
When can you modify custody?
After a final order is entered in a divorce or child custody case, there may be reasons down the road that one party...
When can you modify child support?
Under the Texas Family Code, a party can modify child support in three situations: (1) the parties have agreed...
Will I have to pay child support or will I receive child support?
Child support is a critical element of a child custody case in Texas. In the majority of cases, one party or the...
What is mediation?
In most courts in Collin, Denton and Dallas counties, mediation is required before you can have a final trial in a...