Child Custody

Almost every state has passed the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (except Massachusetts and Vermont). Prior to the UCCJEA, state courts would often compete with one another for jurisdiction over a case. Essentially, if a parent did not like the...

When a couple in Texas decides to get divorced, no matter the reason, it is generally safe to assume that the spouses were unable to work successfully together in some form. When that couple has minor children, however, they must find ways to work together even after...

Don't let anyone fool you: divorce is one of the most emotional ordeals you can experience in life. Yes, it can often be for the better, letting you find yourself and grow once again. But it is not easy by any definition of the word. That's because you're not only...

When family disputes erupt, emotions tend to get in the way and cloud our judgment and actions. In cases of custody disputes, one parent may act on impulse and flee with the child without thinking much of the consequences that may follow. Thankfully the criminal...

All decisions concerning a child need to be made keeping their best interests in mind. The same goes for arrangements regarding child custody. When a custodial agreement is made, the parent with the primary custody is expected to remain in the same city or state....

Matters of child custody are almost always emotional. That's the case during the divorce process, but animosity can linger for years afterward, especially when one side is upset with the arrangement. However, it's important to trust the justice system and let things...

Child custody is almost exclusively determined using the best interests model. Essentially, the family court will determine what arrangement is in the best interests of the child or children involved. During divorce proceedings, parents may ask the courts to take...

Divorce is difficult enough without taking into account the emotionally taxing experience of determining child custody. Many times, the changing of homes and sharing of valuable parenting time is too much for divorcing parents to tackle alone. Fortunately, divorcing...

Every child in America looks forward to the three months off school they receive during summer vacation. For more than 90 days, families struggle to manage their child's new schedule and the many summer activities that this break brings. For divorced families, this...

If you are a divorcing parent, you know that your child custody agreement is one of the most important matters that must be settled. If you and your child's other parent have agreed that you want joint custody, then one of the next steps is to draw up a practical plan...