Custody & Support

Williamson County Child Custody & Support Attorney

When the court needs to make a decision regarding child custody, visitation, and child support, they will consider the well-being and the best interests of the children. Of course, as parents, you are concerned about these factors as well. Our firm offers representation during divorce proceedings and the mediation process to ensure that you and your children are satisfied and taken care of by the agreements.

Contact a lawyer from Rippy, Henderson & Taylor, LLP to arrange a free consultation to discuss your child custody or support questions. Our firm encourages communication in the attorney-client relationship via email and phone calls. Please click here to read more about divorce.

Child Custody and Visitation Agreements

Through mediation, it is possible to work with the other parent to reach mutually agreeable child custody arrangements. You and your divorcing spouse will have the opportunity to agree on physical and legal custody arrangements in mediation. Physical custody is generally granted to one parent and refers to where the children will live, although kids 12 years of age and older do have some input into where they will live. Legal custody is generally granted to both parents and refers to decision making, including decisions about school, healthcare, religion, and even extracurricular activities. However, if parties are unable to agree on custody arrangements, the court will determine the custody and visitation arrangements for you.

Child Support

Child support in Texas is determined using a formula established in the state statutes. The formula considers such factors as income of each parent, number of kids, and time spent with each parent. In mediation, it is possible to deviate from these guidelines if a mutual agreement is reached.

Rippy, Henderson & Taylor, LLP strives to reach beneficial outcomes for both you and your children. Contact us today, at 512-310-9500, to arrange a free consultation.