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Telling your child that they were adopted

Adopting a child is one of the most rewarding things a Texas family can do. At some point, you may wonder if you should tell them the truth. What kind of adoption was it? Depending on the type of adoption you had, your child might already have some information. If...

How to tell your kids about a divorce

Ending a marriage is one of the hardest things that you'll do as an adult. However, it's worth remembering that your divorce is going to be difficult for your children to process as well. Therefore, it's important to think carefully about how you will tell them about...

Common reasons for child support changes

A child support order is typically issued in Texas to ensure that the custodial parent receives financial support from the non-custodial parent in order to provide for the child or children shared by both parties. After an order has been issued, there are a few...

Social media may cause problems during a divorce

Social media platforms often prove to be valuable communication tools. However, there can be a toxic element to the online venues. Those involved in divorce proceedings in a Texas courtroom might find social media does far more harm than good. Posts in a public forum,...

How to file your taxes after divorce

After your first year of divorce in Texas, you may wonder how your taxes will change. Your taxes could go up, down or stay the same, depending on your unique situation and income bracket. Child tax credits Only the custodial parent can claim the child tax credit on...

Joint custody tips for divorced parents

Joint custody after a divorce is usually complex in Texas. Co-parenting keeps both parents in their children's lives, so parents should put aside their differences and focus on their children. Some relationships are contentious and making shared decisions can feel...

How does the court determine custody?

Texas parents who are involved in a custody case will need to go through a process in court. To establish custody, judges consider a variety of factors, some related to the relationship between the parents and the children and others related to the environment....

Making divorce proceedings more tolerable

Divorce brings enormous stress for both spouses, and some of them may suffer significantly during the proceedings. Depression and anxiety could overtake someone saddened by the dissolution of a troubled marriage. Texas spouses headed to family court may reduce the...

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