Griffith Law Office

Griffith Law Office Griffith Law Office is a family law practice led by Rachael Griffith in Tyler, Texas. This page is only intended for residents of Texas.

We represent our clients in a way that makes them feel seen, heard, and confident throughout family law cases, from start to finish. This page is only intended for educational, informational, or editorial purposes. Unless you have signed a letter of representation contracting this attorney's services, nothing on this page should be construed as intending to form a lawyer-client relationship.

09/04/2026

So, who claims the kids? đź’¸

September is National Kinship Care Month, recognizing grandparents and other relatives who step in to care for children ...
09/03/2026

September is National Kinship Care Month, recognizing grandparents and other relatives who step in to care for children when parents cannot.

These arrangements often begin informally, with family simply doing what needs to be done. Over time, questions can arise about school, medical care, decision-making and who actually has legal authority for the child.

For relatives raising a child, understanding the difference between providing day-to-day care and having legal authority can be important.

09/02/2026

Prenups aren’t just for super wealthy people. They can help you and your fiancé start your marriage off on solid ground.

09/01/2026

Life can change quickly, and sometimes those changes affect your family, finances, or existing court orders. Knowing your legal options can help you make informed decisions about what comes next.

08/27/2026

Who has the right to make the school decisions?

08/27/2026

When you’re facing a family law matter, the path forward may not always feel clear. Understanding your options can help you make informed decisions about what comes next.

A child should not have to remember exchange times, deliver payment requests, explain a schedule change, or carry compla...
08/26/2026

A child should not have to remember exchange times, deliver payment requests, explain a schedule change, or carry complaints from one home to the other.

Use a shared calendar. Send school and activity updates directly to the other parent. Keep messages brief, factual, and focused on the child. Show up to games, performances, and school events without turning them into a conflict. Following the order is the legal baseline. Protecting the child's peace is the co-parenting goal.

08/26/2026

Don’t play guessing games when it comes to your court order. You are allowed to ask the court to clarify your order!

08/25/2026

Every family law case is different. What worked for someone else may not be the right approach for your situation. Knowing your options starts with getting information specific to your circumstances.

When alcohol or substance use creates a documented child-safety concern, a Texas court may use targeted protections rath...
08/25/2026

When alcohol or substance use creates a documented child-safety concern, a Texas court may use targeted protections rather than relying on a promise alone. Depending on the evidence, an order may include random drug testing, EtG alcohol testing, remote breath testing, continuous alcohol monitoring, abstinence before or during possession, treatment, or supervised visits.

A workable order should be specific about when testing occurs, who pays, who receives the results, and what happens after a positive, missed, or altered test. The purpose is protecting the child's safety, not punishing a parent for seeking help.

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100 E. Ferguson Street , Suite 916
Tyler, TX
75702

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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