Houston Child Custody

Houston’s Robert Reid McInvale handles child custody cases of all stripes, including joint custody, sole custody, and custody battles at his family law-focused firm.

Child custody deals with custodial awards or determinations involving a minor child. A minor is legally defined in Texas as any child under the age of eighteen (18).  Custody battles most often arise in situations where the parents cannot reach an agreement on who will have custody of their child following their divorce. In these situations, the court must step in and make a determination based on the best interests of the child regarding which parent will be awarded “legal” and/or “physical” custody.

• Legal custody - determines who will have the right to make decisions for the child involving education, religion, medical issues, and discipline.

• Physical custody - determines with which parent the child will reside.

In a sole custody situation, one person (generally a parent, but may be a grandparent, other family member, or another adult deemed fit by the Houston court) is awarded full legal and physical custody. Joint custody means that the parents will share legal and/or physical custody of their children.

Even after the issue of your child or children’s custody is settled, your legal issues may continue. The court can require you to consult with each other prior to any major decisions being made for your child. Any disagreements along the way may be resolved by going to mediation, returning to court, or by one parent being awarded final decision-making power. This authority may be broad or limited to emergency situations, or be specifically related to certain areas of the child's life.

Whether the child custody issues you face are the initial determination of physical or legal custody, a court battle over custody, or ongoing custodial issues, the Houston law firm of Robert Reid McInvale can provide highly experienced advice and advocacy.

Help with your divorce, child custody, or other family law issue is only a call away.

Contact Robert Reid McInvale toll-free at 866-959-7824, or complete our contact form at www.mcinvaleattorney.com. The Woodlands phone number: (281-367-4422).