What it Takes to Enforce Your Right of Possession
Unfortunately, we talk to too many parents after they have been excluded or flat out denied periods of possession awarded to them in a decree or order. It is an awful truth,but. There are many times parents deny periods of possession to punish the other parent for real or imagined problems. But, there is answer. […]
How Child Support is Determined
“How is child support calculated?” That is the first question we are asked when we consult with parents facing a separation or divorce. The answer to that question is in Chapter 154 of the Texas Family Code. Simply stated, the court can order a parent to pay child support for a child until […]
Is There Alimony in Texas
“How am I going to pay my bills?” is a question we get quite often at the beginning of a divorce. “Can I get alimony?” often follows. As with all legal questions, it depends. There is no alimony in the Texas Family Code. There is temporary spousal support and Spousal Maintenance. While support and maintenance […]
What is a Geographic Restriction in Texas
“Can I move back home?” is a question we get quite often in our initial client interviews. In a divorce or suit involving children, it depends. Should there be no agreement regarding where the child resides, the Court will designate one parent to do so. Chapter 153 of the Texas Family Code allows one parent […]