Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Joint custody is presumed in the State of Texas. So you automatically get it if you ask for it.

You an read the TX Family Code which is available on-line for free. Just "google" Texas Family Code. It was recently revised (as it is every 2 years) by the Texas Legislature and a few minor changes went into effect 9/1/2013.

Child support is based on your "net resources" and the number of children you support. It is a formula. A new chart went into effect 9/1/2013. The TX A G office produces the chart (authorized by the TX Legislature). You can look on their website. There are several TX calculators that are pretty good (aka fairly accurate -- in the ballpark) available for free on the internet.

I would strongly encourage you to hire a TX family law attorney to help you.

Please do not try to use a do it yourself kit - they are junk! Worthless!

Look on this website and on www.avvo.com for an attorney in your county. Many offer a free consultation. Many accept payment plans.

Good luck!