by Connolly & Shireman | Child Custody, Family law
It is a longstanding principle under both federal and Texas state law that parents have a fundamental right to make decisions about the care and custody of their children. Part of this includes the right to make decisions about which family members get to spend time...
by Connolly & Shireman | Divorce, Family law
Loss of equity in homes and lowered household incomes are two of the realities that people can face after divorce. Loss of retirement assets is another important possibility that should be discussed with your attorney. The National Center for Family and Marriage...
by Connolly & Shireman | Divorce, Family law
When couples decide to end their marriage, they should approach the decision to mediate their divorce with careful consideration. Many people want to avoid bringing their case to court and instead mediate divorce-related issues. During the mediation process, spouses...
by Connolly & Shireman | Collaborative Law, Divorce, Family law
Married people in the Houston, Texas area who are contemplating a divorce or who have already decided to get a divorce should know there are different ways to handle the matter. A standard divorce that may end up in court, drag out for long periods of time, and cost...
by Connolly & Shireman | Child Custody, Child Protective Services, Family law
Although parents generally have primary responsibility for caring for their children, visitation rights of grandparents and foster parents play major roles in the lives of many children as well. If your ability to provide care and attention to a child is being...
by Connolly & Shireman | Adoptions, Family law
In many cases, a legal name change helps start a new chapter in someone’s life. Whether you are celebrating a union or an addition to the family, a legal name change can help legalize this bond and show the world your new status. On the flip side, a name change...
by Connolly & Shireman | Adoptions, Family law
As family dynamics change and the concept of what is a family continues to evolve so does the law when adopting to take these new types of family units into account. To successfully grow your family, legally, often requires the skill of an experienced Texas adoption...
by Connolly & Shireman | Child Custody, Child Protective Services, Family law
Under Texas law, children have the right to financial support from both of their parents. The child support system exists to provide children with that support in situations where their parents are divorced or otherwise living apart. At Connolly & Shireman in...
by Connolly & Shireman | Child Custody, Divorce, Family law
The care and support of children is an ongoing obligation that lasts until the children become adults. The circumstances impacting the relationships between parents and children can change over time, and Texas family courts have the power to modify child custody...
by Connolly & Shireman | Child Custody, Family law
As more couples delay marriage or have children while in committed relationships without getting married, when these relationships end, the question of custody can be a confusing one. In order to protect the children and limit the amount of disruption, parents should...
