One of the many questions a divorcing parent may have is whether any consideration will be given by the court to a child's wishes related to child custody decisions. Under the Texas Family Code, a child over the age of 12 may testify in the private chambers of the...
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Month: May 2016
Don’t forget to address future finances during property division
Navigating a divorce is rarely easy, especially when trying to do it without professional guidance and support. It is not uncommon for a divorcing spouse in Texas to focus on the property division process under the community property laws of the state and to neglect...
Child custody and shared parenting need both parent’s commitment
Texas parents who are considering divorce or who are in the process of getting divorced will likely have many concerns related to post-divorce parenting. Joint child custody and shared parenting seem to be gaining popularity because many believe it is in the best...
Complex divorce of Paul Haggis and Deborah Rennard finalized
After an extensive legal battle, the Oscar-winning director and screenwriter, Paul Haggis, and Texas actress Deborah Rennard can finally move forward with their lives. A settlement has been reached in this complex divorce. Haggis reportedly remarked that the divorce...
Is birdnesting a suitable option for parenting in joint custody?
Divorcing parents in Texas will likely be aware of the many different ideas friends, family, online sources and more have about parenting time after a divorce. Joint custody is gaining the support of many, but people are often unsure of how to manage parenting time in...