- Divorce
Before heading down the path towards divorce, you and your partner should be absolutely certain that your marriage is beyond repair. Going through a divorce — especially in Texas — can be emotional, stressful, and expensive. Disputes involving child custody, retirement, and division of assets only make the situation more painful for all parties involved.
If you need legal advice regarding a divorce, let the Garney Law Firm guide you through the process. We’ll work tirelessly to achieve an outcome that minimizes anxiety and financial hardship for you and your family.
- Child Custody
Child custody cases affect the relationship between parents and children, and often result as part of a divorce or a dispute between unmarried parents. With some exceptions, Texas has a policy that allows both parents to remain involved in the children’s lives; however, one parent may be given the right to determine the child’s primary residence and other important decisions.
If you need legal advice regarding a child custody case, let the Garney Law Firm guide you through the process. We’ll work tirelessly to achieve an outcome that minimizes anxiety and financial hardship for you and your family.
- Child Support
Generally, as part of a divorce or child custody dispute, Texas courts will establish child support amounts by applying the guidelines provided in the Texas Family Code to the obligor’s (party ordered to pay child support) monthly net resources. However, the court may deviate from these guidelines if an increased amount is warranted based upon a finding that the “proven needs” of the child exceed the amount provided by these guidelines.
If you need legal advice regarding a child support case, let the Garney Law Firm guide you through the process. We’ll work tirelessly to achieve an outcome that minimizes anxiety and financial hardship for you and your family.
- Grandparents' Rights
The U.S. Supreme Court has established that grandparents do not have a Constitutional right to visitations with grandchildren. However, they may still be able to obtain visitation if a court determines that it is in the best interest of the children. Grandparents may even wish to seek custody of their grandchildren in situations where the children are in an unhealthy or unsafe environment.
If you need legal advice regarding a grandparents’ rights case, let the Garney Law Firm guide you through the process. We’ll work tirelessly to achieve an outcome that minimizes anxiety and financial hardship for you and your family.
- Adoption
Adoptions in Texas often require a two-step process before finalization. Before the actual adoption occurs, parental rights must be officially terminated or relinquished. This first step requires great care, because if handled improperly, the adoption could later be invalidated. The second step is the actual adoption phase.
If you need legal advice regarding an adoption case, let the Garney Law Firm guide you through the process. We’ll work tirelessly to achieve an outcome that minimizes anxiety and financial hardship for you and your family.
