Child custody cases can affect your parenting time, decision-making rights, child support, and your child’s daily life. The Barrera Law Firm helps parents understand their rights, prepare for court, and work toward custody arrangements that protect their relationship with their children.
In Texas, child custody is often discussed in terms of:
Generally involves the rights and duties parents have regarding major decisions for the child.
Depending on the court order, parents may have rights involving:
When parents cannot agree on custody, visitation, or decision-making rights, the case may require evidence, witnesses, temporary orders, mediation, and, in some cases, a court hearing or trial. These cases can be stressful because the outcome may affect where the child lives, how parenting time is divided, and how important decisions are made.
Temporary orders are often one of the most important early steps. They may establish custody, possession schedules, child support, communication rules, and other arrangements while the case is pending.
Every custody case is different, but many cases follow a similar path from the first consultation through temporary orders, negotiation, and final court orders.
Consultation and review of your current situation
Filing or responding to custody-related pleadings
Temporary orders, if needed
Exchange of information and preparation of evidence
Negotiation or mediation
Final agreement, court order, or trial if necessary
Ric Barrera got me everything I wanted in my divorce. Most importantly he got me my son. I felt heard and less vulnerable during stressful times. Ric and his office staff always gave me clear guidance, quick responses, and updates. He also did his best to help me minimize my legal fees. — A.G.
Rick and his team worked hard to fix my unfair and one-sided custody situation with my daughter and my ex-wife. He fought every step and every underhanded move they made. He stayed focused and kept me focused on the outcome we wanted. He protected my daughter’s interest and my interests throughout the whole 2-year process. If you need someone that will listen and help, Rick is the person for you! — K.R.
My case was a custody battle and thankfully today my daughter is sleeping with me. Mr. Barrera and his staff made everything very clear and made me feel listened to. I’m very grateful for the opportunity to be with my child. — C.A.
As a father I was skeptical about getting full custody over my children and Rick Barrera made it possible. I am very grateful for his services. I highly recommend Rick Barrera. — C.R.
I was in dire need of assistance due to a very tough custody battle and I needed it quick. He knew what mattered now was my children and nothing else. He is an honest and intelligent person who will fight for what matters most. — A.M.
If you are dealing with a custody dispute, denied visitation, child support issue, or a requested modification, The Barrera Law Firm can help you understand your options and the next steps.
Answers to the questions we hear most often from parents navigating the Texas custody process.
No. Texas courts focus on the best interest of the child, not automatic preference based only on gender.
Yes, but there generally needs to be a legal basis and changed circumstances.
A parent may be able to seek enforcement if the other parent is violating a court order.
Yes, custody, visitation, medical support, and child support are often addressed together.
Strongly advisable, especially if the other parent disagrees or the order needs to be enforceable.
