Legal Challenges for Fathers in Texas

It’s true that fathers are now being viewed more fairly when it comes to custody and visitation rights. That doesn’t mean, however, that the battle’s won. Many fathers are still unsure of how far their rights extend – and that in itself is problematic. No father should have to worry about crossing some legal line in an effort to be involved with his children.
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Wiz Khalifa: One Celebrity Who’s Fighting for His Paternal Rights

Recently, one well-known rapper found himself being blocked from attending his son’s birthday party. Rapper Wiz Khalifa planned on and was supposed to celebrate his son Sebastian Taylor Thomaz’s second birthday on Saturday, February 21. He was unable to do so, though, and says it’s his ex wife who kept him away from the party. What he did next might not be the best thing from the perspective of his attorney, but it does highlight just how many fathers share the same story and how paternal rights can sometimes be pushed to the side. standing up for all fathers who need, deserve, or can t find help. — Cameron (@wizkhalifa) February 22, 2015 Upset, he took to Twitter to show just how unfairly he believes he was treated. Reading the tweets, it’s difficult to not feel the frustration and pain. Most fathers would feel the same way, were they kept away from their children, especially at such an important event. He wrote, “I’ve never voiced my true unhappiness out of fear of the
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A New Testimonial, this time from a Repeat Client

This comment was just received today from a current client, who also is a former client from a few years prior: Dear Jon, “A most genuine ‘Thank You’ from me and my family. (I am) very fortunate that I found you in 2006 to represent me in battling The Devil in Divorce-Custody #1. It’s no secret that I hold you in high regard and probably place unfair expectations on your back to carry into battle with me. Just know that there is no one I trust more than you when it comes to guiding/representing/fighting for me and my family. You earned my respect and trust nine years ago now. I already know the quality of man I walk into the courtroom with. And that provides me a level of confidence which cannot be replaced. I’m loyal to a fault, my friend. “The quality of your work and your office staff’s support and responsiveness have all been top notch in dealing with me and my family’s legal issues. Your paralegal, Chelsea, has had to deal with me during some extremely difficult c
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National Save Our Daughters Night

There’s an exciting new program that kicks off March 2, 2015. The National Save Our Daughters Night is a national effort that brings together many experts from several fields, including educational, local and national nonprofits and faith based organizations. The goal is simple: to encourage fathers to find ways to make the most of their time with their daughters. It’s about ensuring our girls are healthy and happy and confident and strong. With more fathers gaining custody of their children, the relationship dynamics between fathers and daughters is more important than ever. It’s true that many of us approach our little girls, a bit unsure of how to address those awkward conversations, whether they’re trying to explain to us why plaids and stripes are a fashion no-no (a conversation I recently had with my own daughter) to the more serious topics such as dating violence. Our girls look to us for guidance, strength and frankly, they look to us for the answers. According to Kenn
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Single Fathers Have New Voice

Usually, when we think of celebrities, it’s not necessarily a positive thought. In fact, it’s typically little more than the latest dramatic nonsense plastered across the internet and TV with the goal of shocking an incredulous society. Still, from time to time, we’re reminded that there are some under the brightest spotlight who juggle many of the same things we “non celebrities” face. Single fathers now have a voice, courtesy of Taye Diggs, and Single Urban Dads – or #SUDS for Twitter followers. Diggs has been on a PR cycle in recent weeks, partly to plug his TNT show, Murder in the First, which is slated for a second season, but also to build a following for the new reality show he’s creating. Its goal is to drive home the importance of fathers being front and center in the lives of their children. He will showcase men taking a proactive role by seeking better custody agreements, more leeway on being involved on a daily basis (which, as many know, isn’t always an ea
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Snow Day? We’re OPEN and Here for You

As the DFW suffers through another Snowmageddon and schools are closed and many businesses closed, you might find you have a little extra time today to get that divorce or modification started that you ve been thinking about. We are HERE and ready for your call today. Give us a call. Otherwise, we wish you a happy snow day. Go have fun with your kids and build a Snowman! The post Snow Day? We re OPEN and Here for You appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd, P.C..
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NEW TESTIMONIAL FROM GRATEFUL FEMALE CLIENT

BoydFamilyLaw is proud to have just received and provide the following letter and review from a grateful Mom client: Dear Mr. Boyd and Staff: I wanted to take the time to really express my gratitude. Your office was such a pleasure to work with, even with my being out-of-state. They were always available, always professional, always diligent. It was a breath of fresh air to be able to work with those who understood my situation thoroughly. I never once felt like the next in line client or just paperwork. I wish I could have met them and thank them in person. I know that fighting for me is not the norm of your practice, because you fight for fathers rights. However, I would have never guessed that in the way you treated me and my case. Mr. Boyd, you were the missing puzzle piece in securing my family .My husband and I are forever thankful for all your hard work. Thank you for fighting for my son. I hope you realize that all you do is so important in the well-being for families and
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Dad Adopted Me

Usually, when we think of adoption, we think of two parents who’ve thought long and hard about the adoption process. More than ever before, we’re seeing fathers adopting their wives’ children from a former relationship. The results can be nothing short of beautiful. Here’s a perfect example of a father’s love. My mom met my dad when I was a year old. She’d married young – fifteen, I think, which wasn’t uncommon in the sixties – and as one might expect, the divorce followed shortly after I was born. Mom married at 15, had me two years later and by the time she was 18, she was a divorced mom. My dad had just returned from Vietnam and had admired my mom since they were kids. He’d bought a new Camaro and couldn’t wait to show it to Mom when he learned she was no longer married. I’m sure I was a surprise, but it didn’t stop him. Mom said every date they went on, I was right there with them. Dad never seemed to mind and after going to the drive in movie on a Friday
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Should Men Have a Say in Abortion?

This topic is controversial, emotional, and has women’s rights groups pitted against a number of organizations, faith-based groups, lawmakers, and potential fathers. It comes down to one question: should a man have a say in whether a woman carrying his child can terminate the pregnancy without his input or permission? Never, in the history of Roe v. Wade, have fathers been considered in terms of the decision-making process. In fact, his wishes were rarely, if ever, even considered. Women’s rights groups insist a woman has the right to decide what happens to her body. In recent years, we’ve seen fathers step up and voice their stance on an unplanned pregnancy. Now, some states (Arizona and Ohio come to mind) have attempted or have managed to introduce legislation that would require a woman seeking an abortion to report the pregnancy to the father with the goal of ensuring he has no objection to the procedure. Missouri has already passed into law a 72-hour waiting period, and depe
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