Child Custody & Visitation Attorneys in Alvin, TX
Supporting Families in Galveston & Brazoria Counties & Nearby Areas
If you are navigating the emotional and complex legal challenges that are so often part of child custody and visitation cases, you deserve a representative you can count on to support and advocate for you every step of the way. Our team at Robert D. Clements Jr. Law Group, LLLP is just that. Since 1985, we have provided personalized guidance and advocacy to countless individuals and families. Whether your custody and visitation case is part of a divorce, involves modifying an existing agreement, or has arisen out of other legal circumstances, trust our firm to work to protect your parental rights and your child’s best interests.
Speak directly with one of our Alvin child custody and visitation attorneys in a free consultation. Call (281) 809-0029 or reach out to us online to set up yours.
Understanding Child Custody in Texas
Texas law recognizes several types of custody and visitation arrangements, including:
- Joint managing conservatorship - This is when parents collectively share the rights and responsibilities of raising their child, including the ability to make medical, educational, and financial decisions.
- Sole managing conservatorship - This gives one parent decision-making authority. It often applies in cases where a parent is unfit to make decisions for their child. A child will live with the custodial parent, while the other may be granted visitation rights.
- Possessory conservatorship - A possessory conservator parent will be able to spend time with their child but will not have decision-making power.
How Custody & Visitation Are Determined
Mutual Agreement
The state’s courts encourage parents to work together and create their own custody and visitation agreements. When this is possible, settling cases is typically simpler and less time-consuming. After reaching an agreement, parents will submit it to the court for approval. Once approved, this agreement is considered legally binding, and parents must adhere to its terms.
What Sets Us Apart
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Double Board-Certified
Robert D. Clements, Jr. is part of the top 2% of attorneys double board-certified in Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law.
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Trial-Ready, Battle-Tested
Our experienced attorneys prepare every case as if it’s going to trial, ensuring we’re ready to fight—and win—when it matters most.
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Personal, Direct Access
At our firm, you're not just a number. You can often speak with an attorney on day one and always reach a real person when you call.
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Client-First Approach
You're not just a number; we truly care about every client, providing personalized support and honest advice at every step.
Advocates Who Truly Care
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Mediation
If parents are unable to come up with an agreement on their own, the court may require them to participate in mediation. A neutral third-party mediator will facilitate discussions between the parents and help them achieve a resolution that works for everyone involved.
Court Intervention
If parents cannot agree on a custody arrangement, Texas courts step in to make these determinations. The primary consideration in every decision is the best interest of the child.
Courts will evaluate factors such as:
- The child’s physical and emotional needs
- Parental fitness, including the ability to provide a stable environment
- Previous involvement of each parent in childcare
- The child’s wishes (if age-appropriate)
- Any history of domestic violence
- The geographic distance between parents
Our firm provides decisive representation in contested custody matters. When you trust your case with us, you can feel confident that we will fight to make your voice heard and protect your and your child’s best interests at every turn.
Turn to Us for Support in Child Custody & Visitation Cases
At Robert D. Clements Jr. Law Group, LLLP, we are prepared to deliver the guidance and advocacy you deserve in your child custody/visitation case. Whether you need to establish a fair arrangement or make necessary changes to an existing one, you can count on our team to work tirelessly to achieve a fair resolution. Find out more about our offerings and how we can assist you in a free consultation. Virtual meetings are available for your convenience. Our team can also assist Spanish speakers. Hablamos español.
Call (281) 809-0029 today to partner with our team of Alvin child custody and visitation lawyers.