In Texas, a child cannot choose which parent to live with until age 18. However, under Texas Family Code § 153.009, children age 12 or older have the right to…

If your ex has denied you child visitation, you probably feel angry, frustrated, and helpless. What was supposed to be fun, quality time with your child has now become a…

Back Child Support in Texas Raising children costs money, and both parents must share financial responsibility. That responsibility remains even if the parents are no longer a couple. And the…

Want to change your name or the name of your child? In this post, our family law attorneys explore the three most common types of name changes in Texas and…

In Texas family law, emergency custody orders can play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children involved in a family dispute. Whether you are seeking to…

Adoption is a beautiful journey that brings joy and forever homes to countless children. But the road to adoption in Texas can also be an emotional roller coaster. With so…

Divorce and child custody battles can bring out the worst in parents. When tensions run high, divorcing spouses sometimes engage in a type of destructive behavior called “Malicious Parent Syndrome.”…

What is parental alienation in Texas? Parental alienation, or Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS), occurs when a parent intentionally pits the child against the other parent in an attempt to cause…