Category: Family Law
How Third-Party Possession and Custody Requests Are Handled (Ep. 16)

How Third-Party Possession and Custody Requests Are Handled (Ep. 16)

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Gaining custody of a child as a third party may be in the child’s best interest, but that doesn’t mean it will be easy to attain. Even grandparents and close relatives have limitations to gaining custody. 

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones discuss third-party custody requests and the process behind them in Texas. They dive into the who, when, and how of filing for parental responsibility and the limitations of rights as a third-party custody holder.

Justin and Andrea explore:

  • How a biological parent risks losing custody 
  • When can a non-parent file for custody, and why they may need to wait before filing
  • The limitations of legal rights for third parties to retain custody of a child
  • The limitations of grandparent rights when it comes to grandchild visitation
  • And more!

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What Rights Your Teenagers Have During A Divorce (Ep. 15)

What Rights Your Teenagers Have During A Divorce (Ep. 15)

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As your children get older, they often get bolder. 

This can make things a little trickier during divorce and custody cases.

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones join Mary Maloney to discuss the rights teenagers in the state of Texas have during a divorce settlement. Together they discuss how to co-parent when handling a difficult ex-spouse effectively, give advice for managing conversations with children who wish to live with their other parent, and recommended strategies for handling these sensitive conversations.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • What rights teenagers have in the state of Texas during a custody case
  • What happens when a child wants to live with the other parent after the divorce is settled
  • How to approach a situation where you disagree with how your ex is disciplining your child
  • How to effectively coordinate the schedule of your teenager’s school and extracurricular schedules with your ex
  • And more!

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Behind The Scenes Of Divorce Proceedings (Ep. 14)

Behind The Scenes Of Divorce Proceedings (Ep. 14)

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In divorce proceedings, half of the battle is behind-the-scenes, when attorneys gather information and build the right strategy for each circumstance. 

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones focus on the process behind divorce proceedings and how attorneys function as a team to build your divorce strategy. Justin shares how he stays in constant communication with the client and ensures they are confident in the team.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • The first step in starting a divorce proceeding  
  • How technology has made communication easier for attorneys and their clients, as well as between attorneys
  • Why compartmentalizing personal emotions is essential for clients when in court and facing their spouse
  • How your actions reflect on future relationships
  • And more!

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Understanding Child Custody in Texas (Ep. 13)

Understanding Child Custody in Texas (Ep. 13)

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Child custody is always a challenging conversation to have, but with the right information you can make the process easier on everyone involved.

In this episode, Justin Sisemore, a Texas-based attorney, and Andrea Jones join Mary Maloney to unpack the options available in child custody battles and clear up some common misconceptions. 

Learn about joint custody, 50-50 custody, primary custody, sole custody, and parents’ rights under each arrangement. 

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • The meaning of joint managing conservatorship in the Texas Family Courts
  • The significance of the different types of conservatorship arrangements
  • The role of decision-making in child custody
  • The hierarchical structure of the court’s approach to child custody
  • And more

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Where Step Parents Stand During A Divorce (Ep.12)

Where Step Parents Stand During A Divorce (Ep.12)

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Being a step-parent during your spouse’s divorce can mean watching where you step. How could your actions impact the view of your love to the judge? 

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones explore the step-parent side of divorce, the importance of understanding where they stand during the legal process and how they could negatively impact the final outcome.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • Why step parents need to step back during the divorce proceedings
  • The importance of ensuring a new relationship goes well for both the adults and any children 
  • What boundaries step parents need to abide by
  • How to legally adopt a stepchild from a divorce while the other parent is still alive
  • And more!

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Starting Your Divorce On The Right Foot (Ep.11)

Starting Your Divorce On The Right Foot (Ep.11)

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Too often, clients attack the other party’s pain points from the beginning. Using that strategy could backfire at a later hearing.

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones focus on the first step in divorce and how temporary hearings set a precedent for future hearings. Justin and Andrea share their personal experiences both from a lawyer’s perspective and as a client, along with tips to start the divorce right.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • What happens during temporary hearings 
  • Why clients should avoid aiming for pain points during the first hearing
  • The importance of focusing on the children over personal grievances
  • The importance of establishing and maintaining communication with your lawyer
  • And more!

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Why Children Resist Visitation After Divorce (Ep.10)

Why Children Resist Visitation After Divorce (Ep.10)

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It can be easy to give in when a child starts crying. You want to protect your child from the hurt you assume they are experiencing at the other parent’s home. What if that isn’t the case? What if giving in isn’t the best option for the child’s well-being? 

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones focus on children after divorce, the emotional spectrum they go through as they age and the assumptions parents make about the wants and needs, especially with the first child. They share their experiences with children of different age groups and how parents can protect themselves from losing visitation.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • Why young children cry when leaving the primary parent and why parents should avoid giving in to the emotions  
  • The importance of reinforcing the court rules of visitation on the children while showing the children they are loved
  • The legal troubles of avoiding visitation and enforcing different rules
  • How to differentiate the needs of the child from the wants of the parents
  • And more!

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Maximize Asset Division During Divorce (Ep.9)

Maximize Asset Division During Divorce (Ep.9)

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Summary: 

Dividing assets during divorce sounds easy on paper. Just split everything 50/50.

The reality is much more complicated.

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones dive into the division of assets during divorce and what factors can impact the decision. They share tips for maximizing opportunities outside of the courtroom and the importance of considering the best division rather than an exact division of assets.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • When to start documenting individual assets  
  • Why vetting expert witnesses is essential to winning court cases and minimizing weaknesses
  • Why a 50/50 split is not the best option when dividing assets
  • What does the court consider when dividing assets
  • And more!

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Texas Style Family Court (Ep.8)

Texas Style Family Court (Ep.8)

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During custody battles, both parents often want sole custody of the children. But is that what’s best?

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones discuss the Texas rules and regulations surrounding custody battles. They share personal and professional stories of custody battles, how Justin advises clients attempting to get sole custody, and Andrea’s viewpoint as a mother on the impact custody battles have on children.

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • The difference between sole custody and joint custody
  • Why sole custody is difficult to achieve
  • How parents in a custody battle should act when aiming for sole custody
  • What children learn from custody battles
  • And more

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What To Do When Your Ex Keeps Dragging You Back To Court (Ep.7)

What To Do When Your Ex Keeps Dragging You Back To Court (Ep.7)

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There’s no doubt that divorce can be really messy, and it doesn’t take long for it to get there.

It is at this point that a good divorce lawyer comes into play.

In this episode, Justin Sisemore and Andrea Jones discuss the tactics attorneys use in family court, what you can expect in a direct cross examination, and what happens when your ex keeps dragging you back to court!

Justin and Andrea discuss:

  • How they help people navigate messy divorces
  • The process of a direct cross examination
  • What their best at, how they are the best at it, and how it can help your divorce case
  • What sets the good lawyers apart from the bad
  • And more!

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