Those who find themselves in the midst of a CPS investigation, in which they temporarily lose the right to parent their children, will experience an extremely trying process. The claim that sets an investigation in motion might be unfounded, but the investigation has...
Month: September 2017
What can I get out of a consultation?
The attorneys here at the Law Office of Lisa Vance consider our relationships with our clients to be of the highest importance. I see my first meeting with each client to be important for many reasons, but one of the most crucial is that it gives both of us a chance...
Can a stepfather have paternal rights?
One of the most surprising aspects of the Texas Family Code, as it relates to father's rights, deals with stepdads. It's actually possible for a stepdad to gain parental rights to a child if he meets several requirements. But even with that provision in Texas law, it...
When paternity is in question
Determining the paternity of a child sometimes starts with a "he-said-she-said" scenario that eventually works its way to court. Whether it comes from determining that the father of a child should be paying child support, or a father trying to establish...
Is a collaborative divorce better for my children?
If you're planning to get a divorce and you have children, you should consider collaborative divorce as an option. There are many great reasons for choosing the collaborative route, starting with your need to prepare for a co-parenting relationship with your...