A visit from Child Protective Services can feel overwhelming; especially if it happens unexpectedly. Many parents worry about saying the wrong thing or unknowingly giving up their rights. While CPS has authority to investigate allegations of abuse or neglect, parents also have important legal rights during a home visit.

When parents separate, few issues are more emotionally charged than custody. Every parent wants to protect their child’s well-being, but the process of determining who has custody and decision-making authority can be complex under Texas law.

If you are struggling to collect court-ordered child support, Texas law gives you several options to enforce payment and protect your child’s well-being.

Family doesn’t always follow a traditional mold. Many children are raised by step-parents, long-term partners, grandparents, or other caregivers who play a central role in their lives. But what happens if that relationship ends? Can a non-biological parent still get custody or visitation rights?

When someone decides to divorce, one of the first questions they ask is, “How long will this take?” In Texas, the divorce process can feel slow. But in some cases, it moves faster than people expect.

The termination of parental rights is one of the most serious actions a Texas court can take. Whether voluntary or involuntary, the legal process permanently severs the legal relationship between a parent and child, extinguishing rights to custody, visitation, and even contact.

In Texas, spousal support, also known as spousal maintenance, is available in some cases; but it’s not automatic and is awarded only under specific legal conditions.

A visit from Child Protective Services (CPS) can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even frightening. Whether the report is based on a misunderstanding, a false allegation, or a real concern, it's crucial that you understand your rights and take steps to protect them from the moment CPS contacts you.

Dividing property during a divorce can quickly become one of the most stressful parts of the process. In Texas, understanding the difference between marital property and separate property is critical. How your assets are classified directly affects what each spouse is entitled to when the marriage ends.

Here’s what you need to know about how Texas law defines and divides property in a divorce.

In Texas, the legal process to adopt a stepchild is straightforward in structure, but it requires careful attention to detail, court procedures, and often, the cooperation of the child’s other biological parent.

Learn the key differences between contested and uncontested divorce in Texas. Understand the process, timeline, and how to choose the right path forward.