Love, Money & the Law
Child Custody and Divorce
Episode Summary
What does "custody" really mean in a divorce case? Texas family lawyer Amanda Y. Tucker of Houston discusses the relevant issues courts consider when determining visitation, access and conservatorship. If you're getting ready to mediate or litigate the household where your child will spend the most time, this episode is a must no matter where you live in the United States.
Episode Notes
We discuss the following:
- What does "custody" really mean?
- The difference between joint custody and sole custody in TexasÂ
- What issues are important to a court when considering a determination of custody?
- Do dads get a fair shot at custody in today's courts?
- Custom visitation and access schedules - the new creative frontier
- How does mediation play a part in settling a custody case?
- Child support and health insurance issues
- What happens when one parent doesn't follow the court's Final Order?