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Can one parent withhold parenting time over unpaid child support?
When parents divorce or begin living separately, they typically share responsibility for their children. Doing so requires that they address parenting time and authority. They must also share financial responsibility for their children. When one parent earns far more...
Support for adult disabled children: Evidence and long-term planning
When you care for an adult child with a disability, you need evidence and a clear plan for ongoing support. In Texas, the law lets courts order child support for these adults under specific rules. When Texas law allows extended support Texas Family Code § 154.302 lets...
Can child support help cover college costs?
Parents who separate or divorce have to share responsibility for their children. Typically, that means sharing time with their children and cooperating to make major decisions. Parents also share financial responsibility. In scenarios involving an uneven division of...
What happens if I don’t pay child support in Texas?
Child support obligations are taken seriously in Texas courts. Understanding the consequences of missed child support is crucial if you're struggling financially or considering withholding payments for other reasons. Potential legal consequences The Texas Attorney...


















