Divorce Help from a Board Certified Austin Family Law Attorney

Today, more than ever, couples are looking for a cost effective way to get a divorce without spending a fortune. A lot of these couples are willing and able to work through some of the details of their divorce on their own, but they're not sure what their options are.

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As far as the court is concerned, step-parents have no obligation of support for their step-children. The use of a step-parent's income in the calculation of child supportFunds which are ordered by the court to be paid by one parent to the custodial parent of minor children after a separation or divorce. is actually prohibited by Texas family code.

It is unlikely that a judge would grant a termination of parental rights unless there is another person seeking to adopt the child.  The law in Texas recognizes that a child has the right to know both of his/her parents.

In order to be granted a modification of custody, you must be able to prove to the court that there has been a substantial change in circumstances which will significantly affect the child's stability. Things that qualify as substantial changes in circumstance include geographical moves that would impact a child's stability and changes in lifestyle (such as substance abuse or neglect). Either the custodial or the non custodial parentThe parent that retains physical custody of the child. can file for modification of custody if they can prove it is in the best interest of the childThis is the legal standard that the Texas court system uses to make decisions related to children. When a Texas judge is faced with a decision about a child, they are going to ask himself or herself, "Is this in the best interest of the child?" before he or she makes a decision.. read more »

Divorce is a fact of life for about half of all marriages. Couples facing divorce are often very concerned about the prospect of going to court and about the impact the court system can have on their family. Fortunately, there is an alternative.

Collaborative Divorce Seminar

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