Sharing custody of a child can require parents to establish or maintain some amount of trust between the two of them. It can be very difficult to do this, especially considering the fact that parents often split up because of a lack of trust in their relationship....
Year: 2013
After 3 years of marriage, Khloe Kardashian files for divorce
When two people announce that they are getting divorced, the decision may not come as surprise to others. Friends, family members and even strangers may feel inclined to say something like "I knew it wouldn't last," or "It's about time." But comments like these can be...
Father kept from daughter during 12-year legal battle
There are parents all across Texas who have found themselves fighting to protect their relationship with their child because of a difficult relationship with the other parent. And in many cases, it is the father who is struggling to regain or retain visitation and...
Child custody tips for the holiday season
Many Texas families struggle with balancing the demands of the season. Working out a schedule that accommodates the many parties, dinners and family gatherings can be a challenge, even for a family who all live under the same roof. Factor in the complication of a...
Many in Texas will wait until after the holidays to divorce
The holiday season is upon us, and many in Texas are already on the verge of being overwhelmed with parties, shopping, decorating and working out a strategy for making the rounds of family gatherings. For those who are considering filing for divorce, the holidays can...
Ready to divorce? There shouldn’t be an app for that
Texas couples who are considering filing for divorce have a wide range of options available for processing the end of their marriage. Some will take the path of traditional litigation, while others will turn to more collaborative approaches such as mediation. Couples...
3 ways to get through the holidays after a divorce
Next week, families across Texas will be gathering for Thanksgiving and will also start to make plans for other upcoming holidays and parties. It can certainly be very difficult for people who are in the middle of or still recovering from a divorce. For many people,...
Father embroiled in international child custody battle
Sharing custody of a child can be a very difficult and trying experience for divorced parents across Texas. But while it can be difficult enough to be just a town or state away from a child who is with his or her other parent, imagine being separated by an ocean or an...
Court considers: Can same-sex couples get divorced in Texas?
No matter how you feel about the politics of same-sex marriage, the fact is that the laws that govern these unions are changing rapidly and dramatically across the country. Many states are passing laws that prohibit same-sex marriage, while others make allowances for...
50 Cent avoids jail time in domestic violence case
It is an unfortunate reality that domestic violence accusations are a part of a number of divorce cases here in Dallas. In some cases, these are real and serious situations in which children or a spouse are in danger. In other cases, false accusations are used as a...