Sisemore Law Firm, P.C.’s Blog

Many parents need to place their children in daycare while they are at work or school. Daycare can be a big financial strain for many parents, especially those who struggle to make ends meet. And the cost of daycare continues to climb. According to MyKidReports.com, the average monthly cost for daycare in Texas rose to $777 in 2024. Daycare costs for children with special needs...Read More

If you are planning on marrying with a lot of properties in your name or in the unfortunate position where divorce is imminent, you may wonder what assets are considered marital property. Marital property law does vary from state to state, so you should seek legal counsel in the state where you reside to clarify what the marital assets definition is for your particular case....Read More

When parents don’t get along, disagreements about child custody and visitation can get heated. In extreme situations, one parent may even flee to another city, state or country to prevent the other parent from having access to their child. The question is: When is it kidnapping to take your child away and out of the other parent’s reach? In this article, we will answer some...Read More

Table of contents: What are a father’s rights in Texas? Key child custody laws in Texas for fathers How Texas courts make custody and visitation decisions What to do if you’re a father who wants primary or equal custody Texas fathers’ rights for same-sex parents How can a father get full custody in Texas? Three essential steps to take when seeking an advantageous custody outcome...Read More

When your ex does not comply with your divorce decree, what steps can you take and what does it mean to hold a person in contempt of court divorce? If your ex-spouse willfully disregarded orders set forth in the decree, you may be able to file an enforcement action that includes a motion for contempt of final decree of divorce. A family law attorney can...Read More

Military Child Custody Explained Military child custody issues can pose challenges for civilians and service members. How is child custody and support handled when a military parent has sole custody or shares joint physical custody and is transferred, deployed or returns home? We address your questions about Texas military child custody and military relocation and child custody here.  How does custody work if one parent is in the...Read More