J. Turner Thornton, a partner at Varghese Summersett, has been selected by Texas A&M Law as a 2024 Alumni Legacy Award recipient — a prestigious honor that recognizes seven outstanding law school alumni each year. Thornton, who oversees Varghese Summersett’s Family Law Division , received the Private Practice Achievement Award. Each year, the Alumni Legacy […]
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In Texas, the term “sole custody” isn’t a term officially used in court proceedings. Instead, what is thought of as “sole custody” is called “sole managing conservatorship” in family courts. This type of legal arrangement allows one parent to have the exclusive authority to make important decisions about their child’s life, including decisions on matters
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The Role of Investigators in Family Law Cases Family law cases, particularly divorces and child custody disputes, are often emotionally charged and financially draining experiences. The complexities of these cases become even more challenging when one party attempts to hide assets or misrepresent their circumstances. At Varghese Summersett, our experienced family lawyers understand the crucial
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Navigating child custody can be particularly challenging for fathers. Despite evolving societal norms, many fathers feel disadvantaged in custody disputes. There’s a common misconception that Texas law favors mothers. This misconception about child custody for fathers is so prevalent that we have pointed directly to the statutory authority in each section of this article to
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Being served divorce papers can be an overwhelming and emotionally charged experience. For decades, our lawyers have helped individuals in Fort Worth and throughout Tarrant County through this difficult process. While every situation is unique, some key steps and considerations apply in most cases when responding to a divorce petition. This comprehensive guide will walk
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In Texas family law cases, it’s not uncommon for an associate judge to hear preliminary matters – or decide temporary orders – instead of an elected district judge. This allows the court to move quickly and efficiently through its large volume of cases. However, it’s also not uncommon for one of the parties to disagree
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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 obligation remains, in most cases, until the child turns 18. If your ex-spouse has stopped paying their court-ordered child support – or never started –
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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 discord or distance in their relationship. The parent does this through a series of strategies, such as brainwashing, manipulation, isolation, or false accusations, to foster
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