Things You Want to Know about Your Rights as a Parent
Your North Texas marriage has ended and there are minor children in the home. You’ve never been involved in a divorce before and are uncertain about your rights with respect to custody and visitation. You have many unanswered questions that you would like to ask of a North Texas child custody attorney. DTX Family Law can help.
Frequently Asked Questions about Child Custody in Texas
According to Forbes Advisor, nearly half of all divorces happen during the first seven years of marriage. Because these tend to be the primary child-bearing years, approximately 40% of all divorces involve families with minor children in the home. Here are the most frequent questions that clients have related to child custody:
Q: How Does the Court Determine Custody?—In Texas, as in all states, the court must give priority to the “best interests of the child” when granting custody. That typically includes consideration of the child’s needs, age, health, and relationship with each parent, as well as the stability of each parent’s respective home.
Q: Can the parents agree to the terms of custody without the intervention of the court?—The courts encourage parents to work cooperatively in the best interests of the minor children, but will typically review any proposed custody and visitation agreement to ensure that there’s no duress, misrepresentation or undue influence.
Q: Can a custodial parent relocate to another part of the state or to another state?—In Texas, the custodial parent may not move away from the local area (usually the same county or an adjacent county) without the permission of the court.
Contact Experienced Texas Family Law Attorney Chrysandra S. Bowen with Any Questions for a North Texas Child Custody Attorney
At DTX Family Law, we always put your interests first. We have extensive experience effectively handling child custody disputes for men and women in North Texas. We have a comprehensive knowledge of the rules and requirements related to child custody in Texas. Chrysandra is board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, an honor earned by less than one of every ten family law attorneys in the state. To schedule an appointment with a proven and effective Texas family lawyer, visit our new website or call our offices at 940-566-0606.
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