Houston Law Firm for Child Custody and Support Issues
In a divorce, it seems one side or the other tries to gain an advantage by positioning themselves as either a victim or as the world's best parent. But courts are going to look beyond this jockeying to what is in the best interest of the child. Your divorce attorney must understand the ways of the court and have the experience to give a client an accurate prediction on how certain judges rule.
In Texas, the courts will usually order a joint managing conservatorship for custody, although there are exceptions. Neglectful parents or parents with a mental illness, substance abuse problem or personality disorder can be granted limited custody or denied custody altogether.
Additionally, where parents can agree, the courts are now recognizing joint custody agreements where neither party is named the primary conservator of the child.
Help With Child Custody
Each custody case is different. In paternity cases, the biological father gains rights for visitation and access, but will also take on an obligation of financial support. In cases involving new babies and a nursing mother, parenting time can be modified as the baby grows up.
We can help you with your custody case. In fact, we've been helping family law clients for nearly two decades. Call Golda R. Jacob & Associates at 713-227-7383 or contact us online.
"One of my best days as a lawyer was a case in which I was representing the father of two little girls. I needed to prove that the mom had a clinical mental disorder. While the trial lasted a week, the jury deliberated for less than an hour, and Dad was awarded full custody."
— Attorney Golda R. Jacob
Help With Child Support Disputes
Child support is calculated based on a simple formula, and the noncustodial parent usually pays the custodial parent. But there is some latitude and the courts will consider other options. A good lawyer can outline these options for you.
Put 18 years of family law experience on your side. Golda R. Jacob & Associates helps clients resolve family law issues such as child support and custody. Our office is in downtown Houston, a short walk from the Harris County courthouse. Call 713-227-7383 or contact us online.
