Family Law Matters
Adding to your family is an exciting time that should be celebrated.
At Carrillo|Sipes|Tibbels, our team of experienced family law attorneys provides a range of legal services related to Texas Family Code matters. We understand the complex and often emotionally charged nature of family law cases and are dedicated to helping our clients navigate these challenges. Our attorneys have over 30 years of combined experience and are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.
Family Law Lawyers in Decatur, Texas
The Texas Family Code covers divorces, custody, child support, modifications of divorce decrees, custody and child support, terminations, adoptions and Child Protective Services matters. The Family Code also covers juvenile justice issues. Our attorneys have a combined 30 years of experience in Family Code matters.
Divorce - Whether your divorce is amicable or contested, you need an attorney who is focused on protecting your interests. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling divorces and can help you navigate the process. We can help with issues such as property division, spousal support, and child custody.
Child Support - If you need help with child support issues, our attorneys can evaluate your current child support obligations and help you navigate any modifications that may be necessary. We understand that child support is an important issue for parents, and we are dedicated to helping our clients achieve a fair and reasonable outcome.
Modifications - Sometimes, a decree of divorce or order in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship needs to be modified. Our attorneys can help you navigate the process and ensure that any modifications are in your best interest.
Enforcements - When one party is not abiding by the court's order, enforcements of court orders may be necessary. Our attorneys handle enforcements for child support and custody violations and can help ensure that your rights are protected.
CPS Cases - CPS cases involve the Department of Family and Protective Services and often include allegations of child abuse or neglect. Our attorneys have experience with these cases and can help you navigate the legal process.
Mediation - Our attorney, J. Michael Carrillo, provides mediation services for all types of family law matters in Wise, Jack, and Montague counties. His over 20 years of experience and familiarity with the courts and juries in these counties can be beneficial in reaching a resolution during mediation.
Call Carrillo | Sipes | Tibbels to help with your Family Law Matter
Whether, or not, your family law matter is contested, you should have an attorney who is experienced with our Texas Courts and understands the requirements laid out by the Texas Family Code. The attorneys at Carrillo | Sipes | Tibbels are here to guide you through these often emotional and life altering family law matters.
Contact Carrillo | Sipes | Tibbels in the Decatur, Texas, area. Our office and team are ready to assist with your family law matter.
Juvenile Justice
If your child is under 17 years old and is facing criminal charges, he or she will have a Petition to Determine Delinquency filed against them. Juvenile matters are handled differently than an adult criminal prosecution is handled. Call Carrillo|Sipes|Tibbels to schedule an appointment to discuss the ins and outs of the Juvenile Justice code. Our attorneys can help your child out with his or her juvenile matter.
Parental Rights Termination in Texas
Adoption is a momentous occasion for a family and the child who is finally finding their forever home. However, one aspect of adoption that is often overlooked but is necessary is the termination of parental rights. At Carrillo | Sipes | Tibbels, our family law attorneys are experienced in handling parental rights termination in Texas.
Why do you need an attorney for Parental Rights Termination?
Before any adoption can take place, the termination of parental rights is a necessary step. While parental rights can be terminated voluntarily when the birth parents of the child sign an affidavit of voluntary relinquishment of parental rights, in some cases, it is involuntary. This occurs when one or both birth parents object to the termination of their rights. Involuntary termination is often seen when the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services seeks termination of parental rights in cases of alleged child abuse or neglect by the parents.
It is essential to be aware of all aspects of parental rights termination, which is why the assistance of a competent legal team is invaluable. The Texas Family Code outlines very specific grounds for involuntary termination that a court must find by clear and convincing evidence. In addition, the court must determine that termination is in the child’s best interest. When considering what is in the child’s best interest, Texas courts look to the Holley factors, which include the child’s desires, physical and emotional needs, any danger to the child, parental ability, available programs, parental plans for the child, existing parent-child relationship, and parental acts or omissions.
In Step-Parent adoptions, requests for parental rights termination are typically made by one parent and their spouse when the other parent has abandoned the child, knowingly subjected the child to abuse, or failed to support the child for over a year.
At Carrillo | Sipes | Tibbels, we understand that adopting a child can be overwhelming and complex. We encourage you to contact us to navigate the legal system and answer any questions you may have. Whether you are planning an adoption with a birth family, a Step-Parent, or working through an adoption agency, we have the experience and expertise to assist you.
Additionally, we handle adult adoptions, so if you are an adult who wishes to have that special person who you truly consider to be your parent your legal parent, give us a call today.
Adoption Lawyers in Decatur, Texas
When you add a child to your family through adoption, there are numerous legal matters that must be addressed. Our attorneys can help with both open and closed adoptions and ensure that all necessary documents are prepared and filed appropriately with the court system.
Contact Carrillo | Sipes | Tibbels for your Adoption Needs
Located in Decatur, Texas, Carrillo | Sipes | Tibbels is ready to assist you with your adoption needs. Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate and competent legal representation for all adoption matters. Contact us at your earliest convenience to schedule a consultation.
“Mr. Carrillo took charge and saved my child and i from some pretty shady dealings from two lawyers representing the other parent. His ethics and tenacious efforts and willingness to work with me financially will never be forgotten and i recommend his services to any one in need of family law services.”
Bobbie,
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