Do you want to file for divorce?  Or are you responding to divorce action from your spouse?  Both can be enormously stressful.   Whatever the case, James A. Fry will hear your story and suggest viable options for your situation.

In Texas, there is no-fault divorce and fault-based divorce.  If fault is implied, it can affect the distribution of property, child custody, or related matters.  In either case, you need the services of an experienced attorney to assist with property division, child issues and other circumstances affected by legal separation.

Child Custody

There may be no other issue more critical to a parent than a divorce case where there is conflict over custody.  Obviously, the child’s best interest is the primary concern of the courts and the parents.  What that looks like, though, is often in dispute.  The court will consider many situations, such as the child’s age and each parent’s availability and caretaking skill.

You may be surprised to know that your child has rights.  The issue is of primary importance to loving parents.  James A. Fry can help you secure the arrangements that are best for your child and for you.

Property Division

“Equitable distribution” is a term that means splitting marital property in half.  Many factors determine whether that is a fair resolution, such as earnings capacity, homemaker status, domestic violence, hidden assets, and personal and separate properties.  Asset assignment is one of the most important decisions that could impact your future.  You can’t afford to be blindsided.

James A. Fry will help you determine what assets are at stake.  He will ensure that your rights are secured.  Whatever the circumstances, you must take steps to keep what is yours…for yourself and for your family.

Child Support

There is no way around it.  Ending a marriage doesn’t negate parental responsibilities.  Certainly, you understand that.  Even so, it’s natural to have questions.

The amount of child support includes a number of factors such as income, available resources, and other circumstances.  Perhaps paternity needs to be established.

As life changes, child support amounts may also.  You need the advice and counsel of a knowledgeable attorney to guide you through the process, which may involve temporary child support orders or non-custodial parental rights.

Visitation is a question central to many cases where children are involved.  There are emotional and practical aspects to determining frequency of visits, location, and other factors that keep your child’s safety and best interest as a priority.  James A. Fry is the attorney to help establish parameters that you are comfortable upholding.