How to Adopt Your Stepchild in Texas February 10, 2020

A stepparent plays an important role in their stepchild’s life. As a stepparent, even if you provide the same love, care, and financial support for your stepchild as their own biological parent, you ...

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5 Things to Do If CPS Knocks on Your Door January 15, 2020

Few experiences in life are as intimidating or as stressful as receiving a visit from Child Protective Services (CPS). In many cases, parents are surprised to see CPS at their doorstep and have no ...

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Who Gets the Dog? Pet Custody After Divorce. December 17, 2019

Many people consider animals to be well-loved members of their family; but, in the eyes of Texas law, pets are property. In child custody and visitation issues, a judge will always rule in favor of ...

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Creating a Holiday Visitation Schedule November 7, 2019

A consistent holiday schedule can create stability so a child can prepare for where they will spend their time. There are a few ways parents can create this schedule, depending on how they get along ...

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: How to Gain Protective Orders October 28, 2019

The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that 835,000 men and around 1.3 million women are victims of physical violence by a partner or family member each year. October is domestic violence awareness ...

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Child Custody: 3 Solutions for a Stress-Free Halloween October 16, 2019

Generally, holidays are included in child custody visitation schedules. This could mean parents rotating who has the children on specific holidays or keeping the holiday schedule the same each year. ...

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