by Skillern Law Firm | Dec 7, 2021 | Child Custody
During child custody disputes, a parent’s character and capabilities are under a microscope. Battling parents often use any mistakes or character flaws against the other person to “win” custody. If you are worried about your past as a parent or what... by Skillern Law Firm | Dec 6, 2021 | Child Custody, Rights and Duties
For many in Texas, children and teens across the State will begin returning to school in August. Understandably, many parents may be concerned about vaccinations – especially during these times of COVID. By law, Texas does have certain legal requirements specifying... by Skillern Law Firm | Nov 16, 2021 | Child Custody, Divorce
In Texas, many fathers have asked the Family Lawyers at Skillern Firm this very question. In Texas courts, the word “custody” is just not used. The Courts and the Law in Texas refer to Conservatorship, Possession, and Access. Each of these words have a different... by Skillern Law Firm | Nov 14, 2021 | Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Enforcement
There are many situations in which someone may want to enforce the terms of a divorce decree. An ex-spouse may have missed child support payments. They may keep the children longer and drop them off later than they are supposed to. Perhaps the Divorce Decree required... by Skillern Law Firm | Nov 10, 2021 | Child Custody, Modification
Generally, when custody orders are entered, they are based on underlying facts and circumstances that are known or contemplated at the time that they are made. But what happens when circumstances change or new facts become known, that were not known at the time the... by Skillern Law Firm | Nov 4, 2021 | Child Custody
If you are getting divorced, custody (or conservatorship, as it is called in Texas) of your children can be your top concern. It should come as a relief to know that in most cases, parents share custody when it is in a child’s best interests. However, what this... by Skillern Law Firm | Oct 22, 2021 | Child Custody, Divorce
In the past, it was presumed that women were better caregivers than men and that they should have more of a right to the children. But a lot has changed, and in most cases, fathers’ rights in Houston, TX are now equal to those of mothers. If you’re getting... by Skillern Law Firm | Oct 15, 2021 | Child Custody, Divorce
Most parents involved in a Houston, TX divorce want to avoid a lengthy custody battle. However, this can be a big challenge when both parties would like to be the primary caregiver of the children. If you’re in this situation, you might wonder what factors... by Skillern Law Firm | Aug 23, 2021 | Child Custody
With children going back to school this fall, parents across Texas are shopping for new supplies or going to meet new teachers. If you are newly divorced and sharing custody of your child, you may have some additional preparations to consider as you enter a new school... by Skillern Law Firm | Aug 8, 2021 | Child and Spousal Support, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce
One of the most complicated aspects of a divorce is determining child custody and child support. Assets, while difficult to divide, are tangible and ultimately replaceable. Children, however, can often be a major source of contention during divorce proceedings....