Child Custody

One of the most common questions parents ask during custody disputes is, “At what age can my child refuse visitation?” In Texas, this issue isn’t governed by a specific law or rule, making it a complex and ofte…

As summer approaches, questions about scheduling extended summer possession for non-custodial parents become frequent. One common inquiry involves whether weekends can be added to a custom 14- or 15-day summer possession p…

As summer approaches, a common query arises about calculating dates for extended summer possession. Many wonder whether to start counting from the day of possession or the next day. This issue often leads to confusion, esp…

As we dive into April 2024, it’s essential to understand the Texas Standard Possession Order for this month. This period includes specific weekends and Thursdays for non-custodial and custodial parents, along with critical…

Key Takeaways: Stepparents do not get automatic visitation rights, but they can petition to receive them. Courts will rule based on the best interests of the child above all else. Stepparents must live with the stepchild f…

Key Takeaways: Stepparents in Texas are not automatically afforded parental rights. Stepparents can argue for and eventually win custody of stepchildren through the courts. A lawyer can help build a case with evidence that…

When parents divorce, it can be an extremely difficult and uncertain time for their children. Ideally, both parents are committed to providing the child with everything they need to succeed, including easy access to both p…

Being a divorced parent is a difficult prospect. You must manage the stress of sharing parenthood with someone to whom you are no longer in a loving relationship, and with whom you may even have a quarrelsome relationship….

Hi, Chris Schmiedeke of Divorced Simplified. So the kids are back in school, and it’s almost September, so where are we in the Standard Possession Order for Texas? So this is a pretty standard month in that we are not goin…

What happens if my ex-spouse has COVID-19? Watch the video above to learn more. “Hi, I’m Chris Schmiedeke of Divorce Simplified. We help clients simplify the divorce process. In this video I’m going to ta…