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Child custody and child support cases are one of the most important legal process that involve your child because a Court will be determining major decisions regarding your child's life and future. Don't take this process lightly. Call us today to advocate for the best interest of your child!
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Modification

A modification of custody or visitation are allowed in Texas when there has been a substantial or material change of circumstances, the parents have both voluntarily agreed to change the custody or visitation order, the child is at least 12 years old and has told the judge whom they want to live with, or the parent who the child lives with, has allowed someone else to have primary custody of the child for at least 6 months, excluding parents who are on active military duty. In either circumstance, the parent has to show the court that the change in custody or visitation would be in the child's best interest. There are different factors that can be considered a substantial or material change that will justify a modification, including a family violence or child abuse conviction or order of adjudication. 


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Supervised Visitation

A frequent question asked by parents is about sole custody and no visitation. A parent who is uncomfortable with the other parent having possession and access/visitation with the child alone can consider asking the judge to order that visitation be supervised. In most cases, supervised visitation is only for a temporary time period, but the exact time length will depend on the circumstances surrounding the case, and the judge's order. These are some of the common situations that may be sufficient for a parent to ask for supervised visitation:

Drug Abuse

Alcohol Abuse

Child Abuse

Sexual Abuse

Family Violence/Domestic Abuse

Mental Illness



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Child Support

A modification of child support is allowed in Texas when there has been a substantial or material change of circumstances, or if it has been at least 3 years since the last child support order, and a new order based on the Texas Child Support Guidelines would change the last child support order by at least 20% or $100. 


Paternity 

There are various types of testing to establish paternity depending on the circumstances surrounding the case. Here are some of the most common types of paternity testing available in Texas:

Spit-Swab Samples

Blood Samples

Hair Follicles 




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Frequently Asked Questions



  • Why should I hire a child custody lawyer?

    Most importantly because  a child custody case can be emotional and complex when you try to represent yourself in court. Many people try to represent themselves in a child custody case, or they may even choose not to pursue the case due to a lack of knowledge of the legal process, and both options could result in a parent's rights not being protected. If you are looking to hire a child custody lawyer to assist you in these difficult times, then know that time is of the essences and ensure that you find the best child custody lawyers in Houston to connect with to assist you with your case.  A good, solid child custody lawyer is most important to your case to ensure that you have a higher chance of obtaining a favorable outcome. 

  • What are some of the major issues involved with child custody cases?

    Sometimes child custody cases involve abuse, neglect, drug abuse and/or alcohol abuse. If you are seeking the services of a lawyer to assist you in negotiating a visitation schedule and abuse, neglect, drug abuse and/or alcohol abuse is involved, then it is important that you inform our office early on so we can file the proper motions and create a legal stragey because these types of legal issues often involve long and complicated processes. With the help of child custody lawyers, you can negotiate a visitation schedule easier so that the schedule will be in the best interest of your child.

  • Why might my custody case get turned down?

    While it is important to get as much information as possible about custody agreements, you must remember that you deal with educated professionals with years of experience in this area when you are in court. One of the most common reason cases are turned down is because you don't  present enough evidence to prove your position. The second most common reason is because parents are misinformed about the law and parents legal rights. It is important that the child custody lawyer that you hire provides you with a honest opinion about your case, including the good and the bad facts of your case, and doesn't approach your case with a cookie-cutter approach. 

  • How would having children in my new relationship affect my case?

    Blended familes are become more of the norm in today's time and as such child custody lawyers are seeing more families learn to co-parent between themselves and with step-parents. 


    Having a blended family will not in of itself negatively affect your case, but if there are concerns with your other children's mental or emotional stability or similar concerns when all the children are toegther then that could negatively impact your case. Having the help of custody lawyers can assist in making the process easier for all parties involved.