Uncontested child support agreements are often quicker and more straightforward to resolve than contested ones. However, situations change, and life circumstances might require you to modify the terms of your agreement. In Texas, modifying uncontested child support...
When both parents agree on who the child’s father is, it may seem unnecessary to take any steps to legally establish paternity. After all, why go through extra effort when everyone seems to be on the same page? However, not officially establishing paternity may lead...
The Texas Attorney General reported 1.5 million child support cases in the state as of 2022. Child support provides financial assistance for the upbringing of children after the dissolution of a marriage or partnership. These orders depend on the circumstances at the...
Even though raising a child can be a rewarding experience, it can also be tremendously expensive. In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture projects the cost to raise a child from birth to 18 is more than $233,000. This estimate averages out to nearly $13,000 per...
When you have a Texas child support arrangement in place, the paying parent has an obligation to make those payments in full unless the order undergoes modification. Certain life circumstances may warrant a review of your existing child support order. However, your...