What Proves a Parent Inappropriate for Child Custody in Texas?

By Robert Reid McInvale | Published November 15, 2019 | Posted in Child Custody | Tagged Tags: best interests of the child, child abuse, child neglect, depression, drug-addicted parents, inappropriate behavior, mental illness, parental conduct, Texas courts custody determinations | Leave a comment

In Texas divorces, courts prefer both parents to share the decision-making authority for their children even when those children reside with just one parent. When the court deems it to be in the best interests of the child, however, it will award sole physical custody and decision-making authority to one parent. And one of the Read More

What is Meant by the Best Interests of the Child Standard?

By Robert Reid McInvale | Published June 20, 2013 | Posted in Child Custody | Tagged Tags: best interests of the child, child custody factors, custody, divorce, possession, visitation | Leave a comment

No matter how contentious a divorce becomes, the parties are expected to abide by the public policy of the state of Texas requiring them to always act with the best interests of their child or children in mind. The courts apply the best interests of the child standard to issues such as custody, support and Read More

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Robert Reid McInvale is an experienced family law attorney with a comprehensive practice in Houston. He provides dedicated and strong advocacy for his clients, helping them with all the issues surrounding their divorce, separation, child custody, and other marriage and family matters. Attorney McInvale—Reid to clients and friends—seemed destined for a law career. Born while his father was attending Emory University Law School, Reid grew up in Manchester, GA. His father was the city attorney for many years, as well as head of the Manchester Chamber of Commerce. It is in the family blood to become lawyers and help people get justice. U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall is part of the McInvale family tree.

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