Texas law generally prefers that parents share custody of their children after a divorce. However, this assumes that both parents are emotionally, physically and financially capable of doing so. Let's take a look at some variables a court will likely consider before...
How to better your chances of a favorable custody result
Divorce is a bear: an unrelenting adverse situation that demands your attention until its legally resolved. Even after the divorce is final and the papers are signed, you'll still have to manage its side-effects for years to come. That all may sound doom and gloom,...
Illegitimate reasons to not allow parental visitation
After a couple has gone through a divorce, it is common for them to feel some level of hostility or bitterness toward their ex-spouse. While a custodial parent may try to use the children as leverage to get back at the ex and deny them visitation rights, this is...
Coparenting with a difficult ex-spouse
Divorced parents in Texas do not have to agree on every aspect of co-parenting to do it effectively. However, in some situations, one parent may be toxic and try to use the co-parenting relationship to manipulate the other parent. This can make a difficult situation...
How to stay in touch with children after a divorce
After the difficult process of a divorce, a parent and child may sometimes face the additional challenge of the parent having to move a long distance away. When this happens, the parent may worry about how to maintain the relationship. Parents can keep in touch with...
How to determine a visitation schedule for infants
A schedule for child custody and visitation is something most parents in Texas must create if they are getting a divorce, but they may encounter some additional challenges if their child is still an infant. The purpose of visitation with infants is to ensure that the...
Steps for a parent to take if a child is in danger
There are situations in which some separated or divorced Texas parents may be concerned about the safety of their children with the other parent. This could be leading up to custody negotiations during a divorce, or it may happen after a divorce. Whenever it occurs, a...
What parents can do to help their children after divorce
Once parents in Texas have gone through a divorce, they still face the challenge of helping their children adjust to their new living situation. Fortunately, they can make this adjustment less difficult by supporting the child's relationship with the other parent.This...
The benefits of sharing child custody
Some parents in Texas who are going through a divorce might wonder whether sole or joint custody would be best for their children. Studies have shown that even young children benefit from joint custody arrangements. The work of one psychologist was endorsed by more...
The challenge of parenting after divorce
Divorce can, at times, mean a complete separation between the two ex-partners. When children are involved, there is usually a lot of interaction between the two divorced parents. This can create frustration and stress for all involved.Under ideal circumstances, the...