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Family Violence Findings and Child Custody in Texas: What Family Code 153.004 Actually Does

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This is one of the most consequential parts of the Texas Family Code and one of the least understood by people representing themselves, on both sides of the allegation. Texas Family Code Section 153.004 deals with a history of family violence or sexual abuse, and it doesn’t just get factored in as one more piece … Read more

Served with a Protective Order in Texas? Here’s What to Do Next

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Getting served with a protective order application is stressful, and the legal process that follows moves fast. If this just happened to you, here’s a grounded look at what’s actually in front of you and how to start preparing. I’m a pro se coach, not an attorney. This is general information about how the process … Read more

Supervised Visitation in Texas: What It Means, How It Works, and How to Get It Modified

Supervised visitation orders in Texas protect children but don’t have to be permanent. Learn when courts order supervision, how visits work in practice, and the specific steps supervised parents must take to earn modification.

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