Dallas Child Custody Attorneys Committed to Family Well-Being

We have an impressive track record of helping clients resolve challenging custody matters both in and out of the courtroom. Whether the custody dispute arises during a divorce or between unmarried parents, important decisions must be made that will have a substantial impact on the children’s lives moving forward, including, but not limited to:

• Which parent will the kids live with the majority of the time?
• How much visitation and parenting time will each parent have with the kids?
• Who will pay monthly child support and how much? Who will pay for various expenses?
• How will decisions be made about the kids’ education, religious training, medical treatment, and other important parenting areas?

No-holds-barred litigation is rarely the best option to resolve these difficult issues. That’s why we encourage parents to find common ground and negotiate an agreed-upon custody, child support, and parenting plan that fits the family’s values and unique circumstances, fosters a strong and civil co-parenting relationship to the extent possible, and minimizes future disputes. We are also ready to litigate these issues through trial when necessary to achieve our client’s goals and protect the best interests of the children.

Modifying Child Custody Orders in Texas: When and How

Our clients’ needs and circumstances, along with the needs and circumstances of their children, often change considerably over time, and they count on our team to guide them through the modification process when their custody orders no longer fit their family situations. Courts will order a modification if a party can establish that the circumstances of a child, parent or other person affected by the order have materially and substantially changed and that the requested modification is in the best interest of the children. 

We help clients modify custody orders for a wide variety of reasons, including, but not limited to:

• Emergency situations where a child’s safety is at risk, including cases involving family violence or substance abuse
• A parent wishes to relocate outside the geographic area of the child’s primary residence
• The visitation schedule conflicts with a parent’s work schedule or is no longer workable
• An increase or decrease in child support is necessary
• A child reaches age 12 and wishes to live with the other parent

Navigating Child Custody Issues Related to Substance Abuse

Epstein Family Law has extensive experience with resolving custody disputes where a parent’s battle with drug or alcohol abuse is a primary issue. We put the health and safety of our clients’ children above all other considerations in these difficult cases. But we also believe that recovering parents should earn second chances to build positive relationships with their kids after working hard to achieve a stable and consistent sobriety.

The court will ultimately decide what’s best for the kids when a case involves substance abuse concerns. Several factors must be fully evaluated, including whether the parent is currently abusing drugs or alcohol, is making progress in a recovery program or has remained sober for a significant time period. If the court finds that a traditional custody arrangement is inappropriate, it can order various alternatives based on the circumstances, including visitation with conditions such as drug and alcohol testing, supervised visitation, and/or sole custody for the non-impaired parent.

Why Choose Epstein Family Law PC?

At Epstein Family Law PC, we recognize that every family's situation is unique. Our team is committed to providing personalized legal strategies tailored to your specific needs and circumstances. With a deep understanding of Texas family law and a track record of successful outcomes, we are here to support you every step of the way.

Contact us today for a consultation, and let us help you navigate your child custody journey with confidence and compassion.

Contact Our Dallas Child Custody Lawyers for Guidance

We are proud to represent clients in counties throughout the Greater Dallas area, including Dallas, Collin, Denton, Tarrant, Ellis, Rockwall, Kaufman, and Johnson, plus others. With the vast experience of our child custody lawyers paired with our core values, our family law firm will help guide you through your case, making the process as painless as possible. 

To discuss your case with an experienced child custody lawyer, contact Epstein Family Law at (972) 232-7673.