Family Law

Stepparent adoption provides a legal way for a stepparent to fully assume parental rights over a stepchild. In many cases, children already share a strong bond with their stepparent, making adoption an emotional and life-changing step. However, the child's consent can...

When a co-parent refuses to follow a custody arrangement in Texas, it can create stress and instability for the child. Texas courts take custody orders seriously and provide options for parents to enforce or modify these arrangements if one parent is not complying. ...

Filing for a military divorce comes with its own unique set of challenges. Understanding these hurdles can help you prepare and navigate the process more smoothly. Residency requirements One major hurdle is meeting Texas residency requirements. To file for divorce,...

Remarriage can change many aspects of life after a divorce, including the financial support one ex-spouse provides to the other. Spousal support, also known as alimony, ensures that the receiving ex-spouse can maintain a standard of living similar to what they had...

How do mental health issues affect a child custody case? In a custody battle, the court weighs many factors to determine what is best for the child. One major factor in their decisions is the mental health of the parents. Mental health issues play a big role in...

Divorce often brings about significant changes in living arrangements, especially when there are children involved. Bird nesting is a unique post-divorce living arrangement that involves the children remaining in the family home while the divorced parents take turns...

Joint custody can be a challenging arrangement for parents. However, children can thrive in such arrangements and get to see both of their parents frequently. By focusing on communication, consistency and collaboration, parents can create a positive environment that...

When a marriage in Texas ends, one of the most contentious aspects of the divorce tends to be the division of property. Texas follows the community property system, meaning that most assets the spouses acquire during the marriage are subject to an equitable division....

Blending a family can be a joyous occasion, especially when it means solidifying a bond through adoption. In Texas, stepparent adoptions are common ways to legally affirm the relationship between a stepparent and a stepchild. Before you embark on this meaningful...

The U. S. Census Bureau showed nearly 30 million people living in Texas in 2021. This means there are thousands of children affected by divorce each year. Custody exchanges can become challenging when children refuse to go to the other parent's house. Such a situation...