Many Texas parents provide care for their children in connection with a court order. These court orders are often issued as part of divorce proceedings. Unless and until a family court judge changes an existing child custody order, both parents must continue to adhere...
When a marriage is over, a Texas parent still has to maintain his or her financial obligation to the children, even if that parent does not have custody of the kids. One way to ensure that the children have what they need is to get child support, which are payments...
In Texas households where there has been a recent divorce, parents and children might be feeling a bit anxious about the upcoming holiday season. Holidays often include personalized family customs and traditions, some of which might have to change when both parents...
When Texas parents divorce, they undoubtedly have discussions regarding how to provide for their kids as they end their marriage. When the parents get along reasonably well, they are often able to create a parenting plan in a peaceful and amicable fashion. Other...
Problems may arise if a set of parents interprets “best interests” differently when negotiating terms of agreement in a divorce. A Texas family court judge can make decisions on their behalf to determine what is best for their children regarding a particular issue....
The intent of providing financial support for a child after a divorce is to provide for the child’s basic needs and allow for as much continuity of lifestyle as possible. Non-custodial parents typically pay child support to the parent who has primary custody or cares...
The relationship between a parent and child is critical for the emotional health and well-being of each one, especially the child. A divorce can bring significant changes in the amount of time a Texas parent has with his or her kid, and it may be difficult to...
Life is series of ever-changing events, especially within a family unit. Children grow up. People change jobs or locations, and various issues arise over time that disrupt daily routines or that require special attention and focus. Deciding to file for divorce in a...
The changes brought about by your divorce may not stop simply because the process is final. You may find that your life continues to change long after the finalization of your divorce order, including your financial circumstances. In some cases, these changes may...
Pop music star Seal and supermodel Heidi Klum were married for nine years. They ultimately decided to file for a divorce. They also worked out a shared child custody agreement for their children, three of whom Klum and Seal share together and one from a previous...