When couples get divorced, if they have children together, one aspect that they have to address is how physical child custody will be split up. This only refers to which parent will live with the child at certain times. Legal custody, referring to making important...
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Crafting a parenting plan when your ex is a narcissist
Co-parenting after a separation or divorce is challenging under the best circumstances. When one parent displays narcissistic traits, however, creating and maintaining an effective parenting plan can become significantly more difficult. While not every difficult...
Making your child feel at home after your divorce
One of the first decisions that’s usually made when people decide to divorce is who will move out of the home. When you have children, the person who moves will have an added challenge. They will have to find ways to make the children feel comfortable at their house...
Is co-parenting an option after a high-conflict divorce?
Going through a high-conflict divorce can leave you wondering if a working co-parenting relationship is even possible. The disputes that defined the marriage may feel too deep to move past. Even so, many Texas families find ways to share parenting duties. A different...
What happens to child support after a parent dies in Texas?
When a parent who pays child support dies, you may worry about how you will cover housing, food, and school expenses. Texas law addresses this situation directly and explains what happens to the support obligation. Understanding these rules helps you protect your...
How the winter holidays affect parental visitation rights in Texas
The winter holiday brings joy, but it can also create confusion about your parenting time. You picture your kid opening presents on Christmas morning or celebrating New Year’s Eve together, yet you’re unsure if those moments fall during your scheduling time. Your...
5 ways to effectively co-parent after a divorce
Divorce changes how families function, but it doesn’t have to harm your child’s sense of stability. Co-parenting works best when both parents focus on communication, respect, and consistency. With the right approach, you can make shared parenting easier for everyone...
What if parents in different school districts share custody?
When parents share custody but live in separate school districts, deciding where a child attends school can become complicated. Texas law does not give an automatic rule for this situation. Instead, the court or the parents’ custody order determines who has the right...
What factors affect holiday custody schedules in Texas?
The holiday season brings joy, but it can also create challenges for parents sharing custody. In Texas, the courts encourage fair arrangements that protect the child’s best interests. Understanding how holiday schedules are decided can help you prepare and reduce...
Can you lower child support if your work hours get cut?
You can lose half your paycheck and still need to pay child support in full. The court won’t lower it just because your hours got cut, and if you wait too long to fix the issue, you’ll dig yourself into a hole that’s hard to climb out of. When your income drops, you...
