Collin County, Texas, Child Custody Lawyer
Two people can both want what is best for their children, but have great difficulty agreeing what that means. Putting child custody decisions in the hands of our Texas courts can be stressful and risky. In a free consultation at our Plano, Texas, law office, you can learn your legal rights and options.
You can rely on divorce attorney Gerald Tadlock's knowledge of a full range of child custody and other family law issues. Mr. Tadlock will listen to your concerns and help you form realistic expectations based on his experience with judges throughout Dallas, Denton and Collin counties.
Child Custody Decisions Have Long-Lasting Power
Every Texas divorce involving minor children must include an order stipulating where those children will live and how important decisions that affect them will be made.
Although all divorce orders are subject to post-divorce modifications, any future change will require proof of a significant change in circumstances. The best time to fight for what you believe is right for your children and yourself is before your divorce is final.
Advancing and Defending Your Interests, as well as Your Children's
When child custody is contested, most Texas judges rely heavily on the "status quo" arrangement. Their inquiries begin with the questions, "What is the current situation?" and "Is it working well for the children?"
Although a variety of arrangements are allowed under the law, by far the most common outcome is a “standard possession order” granting custody to the parent who has been the primary caregiver. The other parent is then typically given very specific, limited child visitation time by the court.
Bad Conduct Allegations — Alternating Custody
The Tadlock Law Office is well equipped to handle challenging child custody cases, including those involving:
- Allegations that either parent has a history of bad conduct, including domestic violence or substance abuse
- One parent's strong desire for an alternate custody arrangement, such as equal division of residential time between the two parents' homes
We devote our resources to understanding your goals and building the best case for you. If necessary, we will investigate your spouse to bring all evidence in your favor to light.
If you think you may need an attorney for your child custody dispute, you almost certainly do. Please call 214.550.1122 anytime or e-mail us to take important steps that could make a big difference for you and your children.
