/// Child Custody in Texas
Protecting your child’s future, and your role in it.
Child Custody in Texas
Protecting your child’s future, and your role in it.
When parents separate, few things are more important—or more emotional—than deciding where a child will live and how parenting responsibilities will be shared. In Texas, child custody is about more than just time—it’s about rights, decisions, stability, and support.
At DallasTexasDivorce.com, we help parents navigate child custody with strategy, compassion, and a clear focus on what’s best for their children. Whether you’re going through a divorce, managing a custody dispute, or modifying an existing order, we are here to protect your rights and help you move forward.
How Child Custody Works in Texas
Texas law uses the terms “conservatorship” (custody) and “possession and access” (visitation) to define parental roles.
There are two main types of conservatorship:
- Joint Managing Conservatorship (JMC): Both parents share rights and duties
- Sole Managing Conservatorship (SMC): One parent is granted most rights and responsibilities
Texas courts prefer joint conservatorship when possible, but it must be in the child’s best interest.
What Factors Affect Custody Decisions?
When determining custody, Texas courts focus on what will serve the best interest of the child. This includes:
- The child’s physical and emotional needs
- Each parent’s ability to provide a stable environment
- History of involvement or neglect
- Any history of abuse, violence, or substance use
- The child’s preference (if age-appropriate)
- Parental cooperation and co-parenting behavior
We help you present a clear, compelling case to ensure your role as a parent is protected.
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What We Help With
- Creating parenting plans
- Negotiating custody agreements
- Preparing for court hearings or mediation
- Establishing temporary custody arrangements
- Modifying existing orders due to life changes
- Enforcing custody when a parent is non-compliant
- Seeking supervised visitation or sole custody in unsafe situations
When Custody Becomes Contentious
We are prepared to handle high-conflict custody cases where negotiation breaks down. If one parent is unfit, refuses to cooperate, or puts the child at risk, our team takes swift legal action to protect your child’s well-being.
Modifications and Relocation
Life changes. Jobs move. Kids grow. If your current custody order no longer fits your reality, we can help you request a modification. We also handle relocation cases—whether you’re seeking to move or trying to stop a move that would affect your parenting time.
Let's Create A Plan That Works
Custody is not about “winning”—it’s about creating a structure that works for your child and allows you to parent with confidence. We’re here to help you build that plan and protect it long-term.
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