El divorcio nunca es fácil, pero cuando ambos cónyuges pueden ponerse de acuerdo en los términos clave, el proceso se vuelve mucho más suave. En The Granger Law Firm PLLC, guiamos a los clientes a través de divorcios de mutuo acuerdo en todo Texas con claridad, eficiencia y compasión. ¿Qué es un divorcio de mutuo acuerdo? Un divorcio de mutuo acuerdo se produce cuando ambos cónyuges están de acuerdo en todas las cuestiones importantes, incluyendo: División de bienes y deudas Custodia de los hijos y régimen de visitas (si procede) Manutención de los hijos y apoyo médico Debido a que no hay desacuerdo para resolver en los tribunales, divorcios de mutuo acuerdo son generalmente más rápido, menos costoso y más privado que los impugnados. Para presentar una demanda de divorcio de mutuo acuerdo en Texas: Uno de los cónyuges debe haber vivido en Texas por lo menos seis meses y en el condado de presentación por lo menos 90 días. Ambas partes deben estar de acuerdo en todos los términos del divorcio. No debe haber…Read More
Recibir una solicitud de orden de protección en Texas puede ser una pesadilla. Ya sea que la orden se solicite bajo el Código de Familia de Texas (por violencia doméstica) o el Código de Procedimiento Penal de Texas (por acecho o asalto sexual), las consecuencias pueden ser graves, incluyendo la pérdida de acceso a su hogar, las implicaciones de la custodia de los hijos, y las limitaciones en la posesión de armas de fuego. Si se enfrenta a una orden de protección, estos son algunos puntos clave que debe comprender: Comprenda la naturaleza de la orden de protección Las órdenes de protección pueden ser temporales (órdenes de protección temporales ex parte) o definitivas. Si un Juez firmó una orden de protección temporal ex parte en su contra, usted tendrá la oportunidad de impugnar una orden definitiva en una audiencia, generalmente dentro de los 14 días. Prepárese para la audiencia Tiene derecho a estar representado por un abogado, presentar pruebas e interrogar al solicitante. Un abogado con experiencia sabrá cómo (1) Cuestionar la credibilidad de las…Read More
Being served with a protective order application in Texas can be overwhelming. Whether the order is sought under the Texas Family Code (for domestic violence) or the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure (for stalking or sexual assault), the consequences can be serious—including loss of access to your home, child custody implications, and limitations on firearm possession. If you're facing a protective order, here are some key points to understand and steps to take: Understand the Nature of the Protective Order Protective orders can be temporary (Temporary Ex Parte Protective Orders) or final. If a Judge signed a temporary ex parte protective order against you, you will have the opportunity to contest a final order at a hearing—usually within 14 days. Prepare for the Hearing You have the right to be represented by an attorney, present evidence, and cross-examine the applicant. An experienced attorney will know how to (1) Challenging the credibility of the petitioner’s claims. (2) Presenting contrary evidence, (3) Demonstrating lack of intent or threat, (4) Present any valid defenses you may have. Don't…Read More
In Texas, child custody and visitation rights—referred to as conservatorship and possession—are determined based on the best interest of the child. When the child is under the age of three, the court will consider different factors when determining visitation. Texas courts recognizes that infants and toddlers have different developmental needs than older children. Because of this, judges may create a customized possession schedule that gradually builds the non-primary parent’s time, especially if the child is still nursing or has never been away from the primary caregiver for extended periods. Under Texas Family Code § 153.254, courts consider several factors when creating a schedule for children under three, including: the caregiving provided to the child before and during the current suit; the effect on the child that may result from separation from either party; the availability of the parties as caregivers and the willingness of the parties to personally care for the child; the physical, medical, behavioral, and developmental needs of the child; the physical, medical, emotional, economic, and social conditions of the parties; the impact…Read More
Yes—fathers have rights in Texas, and the law does not favor mothers over fathers when it comes to child custody or visitation. Texas Family Code § 153.003 makes it clear: courts must treat both parents equally, regardless of gender or marital status. What Rights Can Fathers Request? Once paternity is established, fathers can request: Joint or sole conservatorship (custody); Possession and access (visitation); Child support if they are the primary conservator. Texas courts support both parents having meaningful involvement, unless there’s a serious concern about one or both parents. Can Fathers Get Primary Conservatorship? Yes. Fathers can be awarded primary conservatorship if it’s in the child’s best interest. Factors include each parent’s level of involvement, stability, ability to meet the child’s emotional and healthcare needs, ability to effectively co-parent, etc. Denied Visitation? If you already have a court order, and you're being denied court-ordered time, you can file an enforcement action. The court can hold the other parent in contempt for violating orders. At The Granger Law Firm PLLC, we’re committed to protecting your role…Read More
