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In Texas and across the nation, there are fathers who feel ill-treated by the courts. After fighting hard to be allowed more time with his daughter, a father in another state realized that others were fighting similar battles. A group spanning 38 states was formed,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Child support is a parental obligation that is taken seriously in Texas. In every circumstance, it is in the best interest of children to have the full emotional and financial support of both parents. Following the correct procedures may make the child support process...
High-asset divorces in Texas -- as in other states -- can continue for years before they are finalized. This is also the case in the complex divorce of Richard and Alicia Stephenson, who filed for divorce in 2009 after a marriage that lasted 18 years. The couple's...
Regardless of how amicable Texas parents are after a divorce, there typically comes a time when one parent feels neglected with regards to his or her relationship with a child. It is not uncommon for mothers' relationships with their children to be very close while...
The intentions of many newly married couples in Texas are to live in marital bliss forever. Unfortunately, not all relationships stand the test of time, and ending a marriage is not only an emotional affair; it could also be a financial nightmare. However, thoughtful...
