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A woman cradles a child, with a man standing behind her, who is looking at them in a violent manner
Can a sex offender be around family? That’s a question a father from Nebraska was asking a few years back, and he didn’t get the answer he wanted. This story first made headlines back in 2015, and it still makes me sick to my stomach today. When we first published this blog, we didn’t weigh...
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At what age can a child refuse to see a parent
One of the most common questions I hear from clients as a family law attorney is: “At what age can a child refuse visitation?” My question to those parents is: “Who is driving the bus in your household, you or your child?” As long as you have custody orders in place, and the other parent...
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retroactive child support
In the state of Texas, both parents are expected to help support their children. The amount and type of support vary depending on the circumstances and income of the parents and what Texas child support guidelines dictate. But what happens if you never filed for child support or a parent isn’t meeting his or her...
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Family in court with gavel
Many parents fighting for custody of their kids underestimate the intricacies of child custody evaluations. Not only are they time-consuming and costly, there is a human component involved—the evaluator—which means custody evaluations are anything but routine. If you’re facing a child custody evaluation and are wondering what to expect during the process, or when necessary, how to...
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Parents Fighting over Child
Many parents who share custody disagree about how visitation should be handled or think they have valid reasons to withhold visitation from the other parent. The truth is, withholding visitation from the non-custodial parent or custodial parent is generally frowned upon by the Texas family courts. In fact, a father or mother withholding visitation can...
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Father looking at mother who is holding a sad baby
If you are getting divorced and will be sharing custody of a child, what can you expect regarding visitation and the possession schedule? Even if the other parent will have primary custody, you as the non-custodial parent should expect to have reasonable visitation rights and access to your child. Who determines what is reasonable and...
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Step-daughter high-fiving step-mom who wants step-parent rights in Texas
Table of contents: Does a step-parent have parental rights in Texas? Can step-parents get visitation rights in Texas? What is Texas Family Code 102.003 (11) for step-parents? When can a step-parent gain custody rights in Texas? Step-parents’ rights in Texas are limited—don’t overstep Even without step-parent rights in Texas, you have an important role to...
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upset teen with phone
Coping with divorce is hard enough for kids without a parent’s new partner thrown in the mix. If your child complains constantly about her wicked stepmother, or you’re a dad whose kid can’t stand mom’s new boyfriend, it’s best to think before you react. Unless the children are in danger, teaching them how to cope...
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Mom drinking bottle of wine
If you believe your child is in danger due to the actions or behavior of the other parent, you may want to prevent that parent from getting access to the child. In situations where a parent is abusive or using controlled substances, child custody lawyers can help you take steps to get an emergency custody...
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Silhouette Man behind bars
Does a felony affect child custody? The short answer is: Yes, of course it can, but not always. A number of factors come into play when a party involved in a custody case has been convicted of or charged with a felony. Some of the factors judges will consider include when the felony occurred, what...
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Calculator on lawyer's desk used during meeting about spousal maintenance in Texas
Spousal Maintenance: Texas Law and What to Expect
September 11, 2025Justin Sisemore
no fault divorce history timeline
When Did No-Fault Divorce Start? A Look at Its History and Impact in Texas
July 30, 2025Justin Sisemore
Dad entering jail cell wondering when can parental rights be terminated if a parent is incarcerated
Can Parental Rights Be Terminated if a Parent Is Incarcerated?
June 24, 2025Justin Sisemore

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