Houston Family Lawyer Protecting Your Rights

At the Law Office of Mary Ann Harris, conveniently located in West Houston, Texas, I represent individuals with family law matters. My family law firm provides representation to clients throughout the Houston area, including Harris and Fort Bend counties, and the communities of Missouri City, Stafford, Sugarland, and Richmond. Contact my firm today to discuss your family law concerns.

Family law consists of laws pertaining to child custody, child support, parent visitation rights, modification of child and spousal support orders, adoption, and more.

There is often a time when the parents of a child are unmarried or are no longer married and need legal advice on how to arrange or change a custody, support and visitation plan. While there isn’t the need for a divorce in this case, there is a need to define the roles and ongoing financial and other responsibilities of each parent. I can help define these roles by finding a balanced solution to your case.

Child Custody and Visitation
For varying reasons, some parents may not have been actively involved in their child’s life but come to want more interaction and parental involvement. Unique challenges arise in these situations, as the parental roles and obligations are subject to change. These and many other complex challenges can be resolved with the help of an experienced family law attorney. Each child deserves to have both parents involved in their lives, both financially and emotionally whenever possible.  A caring and responsible parent who wishes to be involved in their child’s life should not be pushed away, and I can help enforce your parental rights to visitation and child custody.

Child Support and Modifications
Texas child support is calculated according to state guidelines that consider, amongst other variables, the income and earning ability of the parents, financial and other resources, and the proposed or existing custody arrangement as well as any special needs of the child.  When circumstances such as a parent’s  employment or income change, I can help you get a modification of the child support order that better reflects you and your child’s needs.  I also assist in contempt actions for the nonpayment of child support, representing both custodial and non-custodial parents..

Adoption
The adoption process is a wonderfully fulfilling and meaningful experience, but also one beset with legal requirements and complex paperwork.  I can help navigate the waters of many types of adoptions, including family member adoptions, stepparent adoptions and more.

A Personalized Approach to Resolving Your Situation
In every family law matter, I encourage both parents to work together for the best interests of the child. This is a process that takes time and patience, and a lasting resolution is always possible. I can help you get there. In every instance, I will support your position and fight to meet your objectives, whether the dispute requires mediation, negotiation, or litigation.

I have personal experience in family law matters and I understand what you are going through. You can get past this and I will help guide you through it. Contact me today for a caring and personal legal representation.

Law Office of Mary Ann Harris
2500 Wilcrest
Suite 300
Houston, TX 77042
Phone: (281) 571-8059
Fax: (281) 571-8060
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