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Many divorcing couples in Texas find it impossible to agree on matters related to child custody, also known as conservatorship and possession of their children. However, they may also not be keen to having such important decisions made by a judge in the family court...
Sole custody of a child can be obtained in various ways, including an agreement arranged by parents, a parent's death, or legal custody awarded by a Texas family court. An informal custody agreement by parents is not legal and will not hold up in court if any disputes...
Texas is a community property state in which assets accumulated by spouses during marriage are regarded as the property of both spouses. The only assets that will not be divided between the spouses are those brought into the marriage by a spouse, along with...
Whenever a Texas couple gets married, the future is a mystery. While many people may focus on their dreams, reality is often far removed. Modern young couples often bring significant assets into a marriage, but even if they don't, they may build up a successful...
When Texas couples consider marriage that involves two existing families, they may have many unique issues that need to be addressed prior to getting married. Research into social trends shows that 40 percent of adults in the United States have a step-relative --...
Many couples in Texas understand the need for a prenuptial agreement, along with the importance of competent legal advice when such an agreement is drafted. However, how many people remember to review their prenuptial agreement every few years? Revisiting one's...
When a child is unlawfully removed from the custody of the court-appointed custodian, it may cause extreme anguish for the parent or guardian. Removing a child without the consent of the custodial parent or another person who has child custody may be regarded as...
Shared child custody is the choice of many divorcing parents in Texas. However, once that decision is made, the details have to be worked out. Devising a workable parenting plan may prove to bring about some issues that were not anticipated when deciding on joint...
Some Texas parents may consider filing for child custody but are unsure of the procedures, and when more than one state is involved, they may not know where to file. The family law statutes may differ from state to state, and parents may want to take advantage of the...
Texas couples or women who have been unable to conceive and carry a child, or those who are without a male partner, may be exploring artificial insemination as an alternative to adoption. According to an Internet forum, natural insemination is gaining popularity, as...
