CARLTON HUGHES
401 Corporate Dr., Suite 100
Lewisville, Texas 75057
Office: (972) 384-4505
Fax: (972) 384-4507
Email: CarltonHughes@aol.com

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CHILD CUSTODY AND SUPPORT

The law and the court will only consider what is in the best interests of the child(ren). Our firm is child focused. We will not represent persons who are do not consider the best interests of the children.

The Texas child support guidelines are very rigid and there is little an attorney can do about it. Health insurance is also a part of child support.
Regarding child custody and access to the children, there are several options:

. standard possession (typically every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and every first, third and fifth Friday from 6 p.m. to the following Sunday at 6 p.m.; summer vacation is 30 days)

.extended standard possession (every Thursday from the time school recesses until the time school resumes the following day and every first, third, and fifth Friday from the time school recesses until the time school resumes on Monday or if it's on school holiday, then the following Tuesday; summer vacation is normally 42 days)

.agreed co-parenting plan or shared parenting plan

It may be very important for you to have sole custody of the children after the divorce. But keep in mind that courts are very concerned that the children have healthy relationships with each parent.

Studies have shown that children benefit from a stable parenting plan, little or no conflict between the parents and a civilized relationship with your ex-spouse.

What happens if the parties can't come to an agreed parenting plan?
Answer: (assuming that the child is old enough and there are no problems with the non-custodial parent such as violence) The non-custodial parent may opt for either standard or extended standard possession. The extended standard possession schedule typically gives the non-custodial parent 14 days per month with the children.

Concentrating on custody in the best interest of children
This firm concentrates on a resolving divorce and child custody interests with as little pain as possible. We emphasize resolving all matters through collaborative divorce, mediation, and other less contentious methods. If necessary, we are prepared to represent you aggressively in court.

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