Child Custody | Family Law | Geary, Porter & Donovan | GPD

1. First things first, prior to any legalengagement please make your attorney awareif: Safety is a concern for youandyourchild. Your case is a high conflictcase. The other parent has an attorneyor Your child has anydisabilities. In a Texas court, custody of the child is referred toas conservatorship. There are two types of conservatorshipJoint Managing Conservatorship and a Sole Managing/PossessoryConservatorship. #change_of_custody

2. The best interest of thechild. The child'swishes. The current and future emotionaland physical needs of thechild. Any current or future emotionaland physical danger to thechild. The parenting abilities of eachparent. #child_custody_attorney

3. The programs available to assist each parent to promotethebestinterest of thechild. The plans for the child by eachparent. The stability of the proposedhome. Any acts or omissions of the parent thatmay indicate parental unfitness, and any explanations for such acts oromissions. Any history of family violence or neglect of thechild. #child_custody_evaluation

4. Handling the matter with Geary,Porter & Donovan,P.C.FamilyLaw Doing what is best for the children is critical. There isa delicate balance between protecting the children from damage, mitigating stress from two opposing sides and preserving the relationships with the children collectively and with each individualparent. We lead with compassion in these matters. We offer clarity and authenticity as we face decision-making together. We never grow numb to the sensitivities of family law matters or become lackluster in advocating on yourbehalf. #child_custody

5. "What aspect of our lives is more important than our children? Fighting for my clients’ children is beyond critical to me."- Larry L Martin"A good family law attorney cares about people first, knows the law and has knowledge of the judge that will preside over the case. "- Julia Henry - Reach UsAt Dallas AreaOffice 16475 Dallas Parkway, Suite400 Addison, Texas75001-6837 P:972-349-2389 F:972-931-9208 www.familylaw.gpd.com