Texas Father’s Rights Lawyer Explains the Importance of Keeping Detailed Records

When the parents of a minor child decide to end their marriage, or separate in the event they were never married to begin with, issues involving the minor child are inevitable. Whether or not those issues become full-blown conflicts is up to the parents; however, that possibility always exists. Despite what the law says, fathers are frequently not on equal footing when it comes to legal battles involving minor children. With this reality in mind, a Texas father’s rights lawyer [ ] The post Texas Father s Rights Lawyer Explains the Importance of Keeping Detailed Records appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Frisco Child Custody Lawyer Explains the Relocation Rules

When a divorce involves minor children, it is fairly common for issues involving those children to crop up long after the divorce is final. If the primary custodial parent, referred to as the “managing conservator” in Texas, wants to move with the children, for example, it often requires the parties to return to court to modify the original divorce decree. Whether you are the parent who wishes to move, or you want to prohibit a move, you need to understand [ ] The post Frisco Child Custody Lawyer Explains the Relocation Rules appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Plano Fathers Rights Lawyer Discusses What to Do If Your Ex Won’t Let You See the Children

When a marriage ends, it typically causes repercussions that last for a long time to come. This is especially true if there are minor children of the marriage – and even more so if you are the father. Although the law has come a long way in recent years as far as recognizing the rights of fathers in a divorce, it is still the norm that the children remain with the mother the majority of the time post-divorce. That frequently [ ] The post Plano Fathers Rights Lawyer Discusses What to Do If Your Ex Won t Let You See the Children appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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How to Choose the Right Divorce Attorney

Going through a divorce is never an easy process, even if you are the spouse who initiates the divorce. A divorce can, however, be a relatively amicable process if both parties choose to make it so. Whether your divorce is amicable or adversarial, it is crucial that you protect your rights and your own best interests from the start. The only way to do that is to have an experienced divorce attorney on your side throughout the divorce process. If [ ] The post How to Choose the Right Divorce Attorney appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Plano Divorce Lawyer Explains a Marital Settlement Agreement

Making the decision to end a marriage is not easy, regardless of the circumstances or motives for the decision. Once made, however, the decision to end a marriage leads to the need to legally sever the bonds of matrimony.  The divorce process itself can be amicable, if both parties allow it to be, or it can become a battlefield that takes its toll on everyone involved. If your divorce is an amicable one, it will likely be finalized through the [ ] The post Plano Divorce Lawyer Explains a Marital Settlement Agreement appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Who Needs a Father’s Rights Lawyer?

Although a properly licensed attorney can practice almost any type of law, you have likely noticed that most lawyers choose to focus their practice on a specific type of law or within a specific area of the law. You may have also heard the term “father’s rights lawyer” used before and wondered exactly what it means and when one is needed. If you are a father yourself, it is certainly in your best interest to know when you might need [ ] The post Who Needs a Father s Rights Lawyer? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Allen Child Custody Attorney Explains What to Expect from a Home Study

Few issues within a divorce have more potential to turn an amicable divorce into an adversarial battle than the issue of custody of the minor children   The divorce process is emotionally, practically, and financially exhausting even if the parties both work together to reach a mutually agreeable Marital Settlement Agreement. Unfortunately, the nature and purpose of the divorce process means that an amicable resolution process is the exception to the norm. This is particularly true when custody, or conservatorship as it [ ] The post Allen Child Custody Attorney Explains What to Expect from a Home Study appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Fort Worth Child Custody Lawyer Explains When a Child’s Wishes Are Considered

Within the area of family law, there is no issue more emotional or potentially contentious than the issue of child custody. Whether the issue comes up during a divorce or paternity action, or is revisited at a later date, a custody battle typically has a significant, and often lasting, impact on everyone involved – particularly the child. Given the impact a custody battle does have on a child you might think a child would have considerable input regarding the decision [ ] The post Fort Worth Child Custody Lawyer Explains When a Child s Wishes Are Considered appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Texas Divorce Attorney Explains How Assets Will be Divided in a Divorce

When a marriage breaks down and the couple appears headed for divorce, one of the issues the parties start to worry about is who will get what assets in the coming divorce. In fact, it is far from uncommon for the parties to start fighting over the division of assets long before the divorce is even filed. One party may feel entitled to the marital residence while the party won’t budge on the investment accounts. If not curtailed, the jockeying [ ] The post Texas Divorce Attorney Explains How Assets Will be Divided in a Divorce appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Can We Use the Same Divorce Lawyer If the Divorce Is Uncontested?

When a marriage reaches the point at which divorce is inevitable, both parties must decide how they will approach the impending divorce process. Some people are filled with anger and betrayal and approach the divorce with vengeance on their mind. Ideally, however, both parties vow to make the divorce as painless as possible under the circumstances. When both parties are committed to getting through the divorce without turning it into a battleground, it is often possible for the parties to [ ] The post Can We Use the Same Divorce Lawyer If the Divorce Is Uncontested? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Frisco Father’s Rights Attorney Explains the Impact of Adultery in a Divorce

When there are accusations of adultery in a marriage, it frequently makes a subsequent divorce extremely acrimonious. Understandably, it can be difficult for the parties to keep their emotions out of the divorce process, particularly if the adulterous conduct was recent and/or is ongoing. There was a time when a spouse was required to prove fault, such as adultery, on the part of a spouse in order to be granted a divorce. Although most states, including Texas, now offer a [ ] The post Frisco Father s Rights Attorney Explains the Impact of Adultery in a Divorce appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Plano Child Custody Lawyer Explains Supervised Visitation

When a divorce involves minor children, issues surrounding custody of (referred to as conservatorship in Texas) and visitation with (referred to as “possession and access”) the children can be the catalyst for contentious litigation. Unfortunately, litigation relating to visitation with the children can also crop up long after the initial divorce has concluded. Whether during the initial divorce proceeding or post-divorce, the parent granted conservatorship (custody) of the children may request that the other parent only spend time with the [ ] The post Plano Child Custody Lawyer Explains Supervised Visitation appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Allen Father’s Rights Attorney Explains the Role of a Guardian Ad Litem in a Divorce

When the parents of a minor child decide to end their marriage, the divorce proceedings that follow will determine a number of important things regarding the child, including with whom the child will live and how often the non-custodial parent will have parenting time with the child. Ideally, the parents are able to reach an amicable out of court agreement that resolves all of the issues relating to the child. Unfortunately, however, that is not always the case. In fact, [ ] The post Allen Father s Rights Attorney Explains the Role of a Guardian Ad Litem in a Divorce appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Texas Child Custody Attorney Answers: What Happens to Embryos in a Divorce?

Making the decision to end a marriage is not easy. Neither is going through the divorce process, even when both parties remain relatively civil throughout the process. When there are valuable marital assets or excessive debts to divide, the divorce process can become contentious; however, the most common reason why a divorce turns adversarial is the parties disagreeing on issues related to the minor children. What if those minor children are not quite children yet, but are still frozen embryos? [ ] The post Texas Child Custody Attorney Answers: What Happens to Embryos in a Divorce? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Frisco Father’s Rights Attorney Answers: Who Pays for Extra-Curricular Activities If the Parents Are Divorced?

When the parents of a minor child go through a divorce, a number of issues that directly impact the minor child must be settled as part of that divorce process. The law places an obligation on both parents of a minor child to continue to contribute to the financial support of the child until the child reaches the age of majority, or longer in some cases. As such, the issue of child support and related matters will have to be [ ] The post Frisco Father s Rights Attorney Answers: Who Pays for Extra-Curricular Activities If the Parents Are Divorced? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Announcing New, Additional Office Locations For Your Convenience

***Effective immediately, Jon R. Boyd is now be available for new Client meetings at these additional locations by appointment***      1.  Allen, Texas:  825 Watter s Creek Blvd., Building M, Suite 250, Allen, Texas, 75013 (SW Corner of US 75 at Bethany Drive, Allen, Tx.)      2. Ft. Worth, Texas:  420 Throckmorton St Suite 200, Fort Worth, TX 76102 (Enter on East Side of building, between W. 3rd St. and W.4th St., next to P.F.Chang s, downtown in Sundance Square District)      3.  Frisco, Texas: [ ] The post Announcing New, Additional Office Locations For Your Convenience appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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How Are Holidays Handled in a Texas Divorce?

Going through the process of divorce is rarely easy, even when the parties agree to remain civil throughout the process. When there are minor children of the marriage, the process often seems considerably more painful and complicated. This is particularly true if any issues relating to the children are contested. If it appears clear that divorce is in your future, one issue of concern for you is probably the possession schedule that will be used post-divorce if you will not [ ] The post How Are Holidays Handled in a Texas Divorce? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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I’m Behind on Child Support. What Should I Do?

If you are a non-custodial parent of a minor child, you are likely under a court order to pay child support for your child. That order was likely part of a divorce proceeding or the result of a petition to establish paternity of the minor child. Whether you have been paying child support for a short period of time or for many years, you may reach a point at which you fall behind on your child support payments, leaving you [ ] The post I m Behind on Child Support. What Should I Do? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Ask a Divorce Attorney: How Do I Handle Divorcing My Abusive Spouse?

Deciding to end a marriage can be a difficult enough decision when both parties are in agreement and willing to remain civil toward each other throughout the process. If you are in an abusive marriage, however, even broaching the possibility of divorce can be frightening. The actual process of divorce, should you choose to move forward, can be emotionally exhausting. If you are in an abusive marriage, and you are at the point where you are ready to consider divorce, [ ] The post Ask a Divorce Attorney: How Do I Handle Divorcing My Abusive Spouse? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Can I Get Joint Conservatorship in the Divorce?

For most people, the final decision to seek a divorce is not made lightly, nor quickly. On the contrary, it can take months, even years, to reach the point at which a divorce appears to be the only option. This is particularly true when there are minor children involved. In fact, it is the thought of being separated from children that often causes a spouse to hesitate when it comes to asking for a divorce, especially when that spouse is [ ] The post Can I Get Joint Conservatorship in the Divorce? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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NEW: PRICE LIST FOR FLAT FEE PACKAGES on AGREED/UNCONTESTED MATTERS

Boyd Family Law announces new prices for agreed/uncontested divorces or other cases. The new list is in the Legal Fees and Options tab, upper right hand corner of our Home page. Our practice remains primarily focused on contested litigation, but due to increased inquiries about flat fees, we have published a list of package prices. If you have an agreed matter and would like to retain us to help you, please call. In many cases, we can help you over [ ] The post NEW: PRICE LIST FOR FLAT FEE PACKAGES on AGREED/UNCONTESTED MATTERS appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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How Long Will My Divorce Take?

When it becomes evident that a marriage is not going to last, it is time to start thinking about the practical and legal consequences of that realization. If you find yourself in that position, and you have never been through the divorce process, you will likely have a number of questions and concerns about what happens next. One of the most common questions people have when they are contemplating a divorce is “How long will my divorce take?” Because every [ ] The post How Long Will My Divorce Take? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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NEW: PRICE LIST FOR FLAT FEE PACKAGES on AGREED/UNCONTESTED MATTERS

Boyd Family Law announces new prices for agreed/uncontested divorces or other cases. The new list is in the Legal Fees and Options tab, upper right hand corner of our Home page. Our practice remains primarily focused on contested litigation, but due to increased inquiries about flat fees, we have published a list of package prices. If you have an agreed matter and would like to retain us to help you, please call. In many cases, we can help you over [ ] The post NEW: PRICE LIST FOR FLAT FEE PACKAGES on AGREED/UNCONTESTED MATTERS appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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5 Reasons You Need a Divorce Lawyer

Most people, at various times in their life, need the assistance of an attorney. Knowing which type of attorney you need when you have a legal problem is the first step in finding and retaining the right attorney. Sometimes, deciding what type of attorney you need is rather simple. For example, if you need to file for bankruptcy, you hire a bankruptcy attorney. When it comes to family law issues, however, it can be a bit more difficult knowing who [ ] The post 5 Reasons You Need a Divorce Lawyer appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Can a Child Custody Attorney Help Me Establish Paternity?

Not all that long ago, it was still frowned upon for a child to be born out of wedlock. Today, however, the pressure to get married when expecting a child has largely disappeared. The result is that a significant percentage of births in the United States are children born to unmarried parents. While this no longer creates the societal scandal it once did, it can still present some legal challenges. Specifically, it creates the need to establish legal paternity over [ ] The post Can a Child Custody Attorney Help Me Establish Paternity? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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We’re Moving!!

We are moving our office across Dallas Tollway to another building better suited for my practice. The new location is only a half mile or so from my current location. Effective Monday, August 14, 2017, we will be located at: City Central, 6010 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75024. Our new phone will be: 972-737-8397. Our email addresses remain the same. This location is just west of Dallas Tollway on W. Spring Creek, just to the west of Park [ ] The post We re Moving!! appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Advanced Family Law Seminar this week, 8/7-12, 2017

Need a Family Law attorney this week? Our State Bar of Texas Family Law Section has it s annual Continuing Legal Education seminar/convention each August in San Antonio. Many family law attorneys and judges attend, but not all. Some attend the Video replays the following months in different locations. I am going to attend the Video Replay of the same seminar next month for 3 days, but we are OPEN this week. If you are needing a Family Law attorney for [ ] The post Advanced Family Law Seminar this week, 8/7-12, 2017 appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Ask a Texas Child Support Lawyer : What Happens If I Lose My Job?

When the parents of a minor child live together, both parents are assumed to be contributing to the financial support and emotional growth of the child. If the parents decide to end the marriage, or otherwise live apart, the law imposes a legal obligation on both parents to continue to contribute to the child’s support and maintenance. For the non-custodial parent, this is accomplished through the payment of child support. Once a child support order is established, you are obligated [ ] The post Ask a Texas Child Support Lawyer : What Happens If I Lose My Job? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Another courtroom victory — Defeated Relocation Attempt

I m thrilled to report another Collin County court victory for one of my clients, a Dad who dearly loves his son and didn t want him to move away. Mom just wanted to move the child over 3 hours away to rural Oklahoma because she had reunited with an old HS boyfriend online and wanted to live where he was, which would have meant my Dad client would have lost all his Thursday nites and never get a chance to have [ ] The post Another courtroom victory Defeated Relocation Attempt appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Do I Need a Father’s Rights Attorney?

Realizing that you have a legal problem that requires the assistance of an attorney is worrisome in and of itself; however, you then need to figure out what type of lawyer you need and find the right one for you and your legal problem. For the average person, choosing a lawyer can be stressful because it is not something they do every day. If the need for a lawyer stems from a family law issue, the need to hire the [ ] The post Do I Need a Father s Rights Attorney? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Can My Divorce Lawyer Get Me Alimony?

Going through a divorce can be mentally and emotionally exhausting. A divorce can also real havoc on the finances of either, or both, parties. It is not unusual for there to be a significant disparity in income between spouses while married; however, the disparity in income is not typically important because the couple becomes one unit and, therefore, all income is shared and treated as “family” income. The thought of divorce, however, raises the very real fear that the disparity [ ] The post Can My Divorce Lawyer Get Me Alimony? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Should I Sign a Pre-Nuptial Agreement?

When most of us imagine discussing marriage with “the one,” signing legal documents is not part of the picture. Whether the idea of signing a pre-nuptial agreement was your idea, or your beloved brought up the subject, broaching the subject of entering into a pre-nuptial agreement can be stressful. In fact, there was a time when the mere mention of a pre-marital agreement would send future brides (and grooms) running the other direction.  Societal changes along with a dramatic increase [ ] The post Should I Sign a Pre-Nuptial Agreement? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Does My Spouse Have to Agree to a Divorce?

You may have experienced this yourself, heard a friend go through it, or even watched it on a soap opera – the spouse who refuses to agree to a divorce. Sometimes, the refusal is truly based on a belief that the marriage can be saved. More often than not, however, the words “I won’t give you a divorce” are uttered more out of spite or anger than out of love and commitment. If you are the spouse who is “asking” [ ] The post Does My Spouse Have to Agree to a Divorce? appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Top Ten Things NOT TO DO In Your Case (Or “How to Lose A Winnable Case”)

Top Ten Things NOT To Do in your case: 1. Listen to your cousin about what he or she did in their divorce and compare it to your own case 2. Fail to read and comply with the Standing Orders issued by the County you are in 3. Curse, insult, demean and insult your spouse. In writing. Often. 4. Represent yourself (unless you just want to lose so you can blame everyone else) 5. Rely on the Web for your legal [ ] The post Top Ten Things NOT TO DO In Your Case (Or How to Lose A Winnable Case ) appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Happy July 4th Holiday from BoydFamilyLaw

Tomorrow is Independence Day! I know many of you are off work or on vacation today and tomorrow. We at BoydFamilyLaw wish you safe travels, lots of fun and a happy holiday. Remember our freedoms and be grateful! Thanks to the members of our military and law enforcement for preserving our freedom and keeping us safe. -Jon Boyd The post Happy July 4th Holiday from BoydFamilyLaw appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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New Consultation Fee!

Effective July 1, 2017, we are pleased to announce that we now are charging a flat fee of $150 for a consultation, payable at the time you schedule your appointment. This is a change from the old two tiered system of $175 for a half hour and $350 for a full hour. Now, it s just $150 for up to one hour. Call me or come see me if you have a family law issue.  It will be time and money [ ] The post New Consultation Fee! appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Plano Child Custody Attorney: Top 5 Questions Answered

Going through a divorce is rarely easy. Along with the emotional upheaval you feel as a result of the end of your marriage, you must also face the practical and legal consequences of the decision to end the marriage. When minor children are involved, the already difficult process of divorce can become downright traumatic, particularly if the issue of custody of the minor children is contested. Because every divorce involves a unique set of facts and circumstances, it is in [ ] The post Plano Child Custody Attorney: Top 5 Questions Answered appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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There is still hope even after your kids are moved to another state!!

In two cases recently, I have been successful in having children s residences returned to this area even after the custodial parent moved the children out of state for lengthy periods of time: The first, I blogged about on May 4th, involving the return of children moved back to Texas from Washington. In the second, parties originally in Texas. Then custodial Mom moved the children to western, rural New York state, which she legally could since there was no residence restriction because [ ] The post There is still hope even after your kids are moved to another state!! appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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Fifty-Fifty Custody in Texas? It’s possible!

Hello, Dads out there I get calls all the time from Dads who say all they want is 50-50 custody , as though it s just a matter of snapping your fingers, lol. There is nothing in the Texas Family Code which tells a judge to use 50-50. There is not even a guideline for how to determine child support once there IS a 50-50. Forever, it seems, the old scheme of one parent having primary custody and the other being relegated [ ] The post Fifty-Fifty Custody in Texas? It s possible! appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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10 Steps in a Texas Divorce

Whether you have been married for two years or 20 years, accepting the fact that the marriage is over is never easy. Even if it was your decision to end the marriage, that decision was likely an emotion filled decision. Now that it is clear, however, that divorce is imminent, you should start focusing on what that means. If you have never been through the divorce process before, it probably sounds like a daunting prospect. Navigating the judicial system can [ ] The post 10 Steps in a Texas Divorce appeared first on Law Office of Jon R. Boyd..
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