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Child Custody · Greater Houston

Houston child custody lawyers.

Texas calls custody "conservatorship." It covers decision-making rights (medical, educational, legal) and physical possession (a schedule of when each parent has the child). Courts default to joint managing conservatorship in most cases. A custody attorney builds the case for the schedule and rights structure that fits the child’s best interest.

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FAQ

Child Custody — Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between custody and conservatorship?
Texas does not use the word "custody" in the statute. Conservatorship covers the legal rights and duties of each parent. Possession and access covers the physical schedule. Together they are what most people mean by "custody."
At what age can a child choose which parent to live with?
A child 12 or older can sign a statement of preference for the court to consider, but the judge is never required to follow it. The court always decides based on the child’s best interest.
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