Fathers Rights- Nacol Law Firm

05/29/2026

Summer time matters. Fathers should plan early so parenting time does not get lost to confusion or last-minute conflict.

This question causes many divorced or single parents much stress concerning meaningful contact with their children. “What do I need to do to legally secure my specific summer visitation periods with my kids?”. Here is a general breakdown of Texas law on summer visitation: Family code: 153.312: N...

05/28/2026

Supervised visitation can feel like a setback, but it can also be a path back toward standard possession when handled correctly.

I Have Been Ordered, Right or Wrong, Supervised Visitation with My Child – How Do I Return to a Standard Possession Order? In a perfect world, parents going through the divorce process work together for the best interest of their child(ren) and are granted possession of the child(ren) approximatel...

05/28/2026

If your time with your child is being blocked, the strongest response is usually thorough documentation and a clear next step.

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05/27/2026

Child support questions should be handled with facts, not assumptions. The order and the numbers both matter.

One of the most frequent inquiries we receive at The Nacol Law Firm is whether child support obligations are equally applied between Mothers and Fathers. When a parent is considering a divorce or a union break up with the child’s other parent, who pays for child support and medical/dental insuranc...

05/27/2026

Alienation can make a father feel like he is losing ground every day. Do not let frustration be the plan—document what is happening.

One in three children lose touch with a parent, usually the father, following a divorce. In a recent survey, one in five parents stated that their primary objective during the divorce was to make the experience as unpleasant as possible for the former spouse; despite the effects such attitudes and b...

05/26/2026

Custody orders can change when life changes. Fathers should know when modification is possible and what proof may be needed.

Texas family law states that a court may modify a child custody order if the change is in the best interest of the child and one of the following applies: 1. The circumstances of the child or parent have materially or substantially changed since the date of the original child custody order or order

05/25/2026

Honoring and remembering those who gave their lives in service to our country. Wishing all a peaceful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Parental alienation can be subtle at first, but the damage can build over time. If you feel your bond with your child is being undermined, you need an attorney who will fight for your child’s wellbeing.

Are you now going through or commencing a “High Conflict” Divorce with children where one Alienating Parent is encouraging or programming the child to reject the other parent without legitimate cause or justification. An alienating parent makes a child choose sides to bolster the alienators own ...

05/22/2026

Child support questions deserve clear answers. The guideline amount is only part of the bigger picture.

UPDATE ON TEXAS CHILD SUPPORT, EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 2025:A new cap is effective for all child support orders finalized on or after September 1, 2025The Texas child support cap increased from $9,200 to $11,700 in net monthly resources for orders finalized on or after September 1, 2025, following le...

05/22/2026

When a child has special needs, parenting plans have to look beyond the basics. Consistency, care, and long-term support all matter.

Parents of a special needs child face many challenges while raising and nurturing their child.  Many marriages falter and end in divorce due to the stressful demands required of parents with a special needs child. The stressors and emotional pressure that exists prior to the initiation of a divorce...

05/21/2026

A visitation order should be followed. If it is not, documentation and a calm approach can make a stronger record. If your parenting time is being blocked, let’s talk through enforcement options.

What is needed for visitation enforcement? A valid court order that has been signed by a judge or issued by the district clerk’s office, certified as having been signed by a judge. Be sure to read your order thoroughly. If you do not understand any of the provisions, take it to an attorney and hav...