Appeals
Open a CaseAppellate Services for North Texas, with offices in Frisco, Lewisville, and Flower Mound
Handling Appeals
You have your day in Family court; the parties testify, their lawyers present evidence, and make legal arguments. At the conclusion of the trial, the court announces its decision. You may be satisfied with all of it, or you may be dissatisfied with some of it. There may be a sound legal basis for appealing that decision. David Heiman has successfully handled appeals, and related procedures, for more than three decades. He can advise you about your appellate options.
Please bear in mind that when you are considering either an appeal, an application for a writ, or a related procedure, time is always a very important consideration. You need to start moving on your appeal right away because the mere passage of time will limit your ability to seek an appellate remedy, unless specific steps are taken during prescribed time periods. Sometimes, all of those steps are taken in just the appellate court, but often, there are steps that have to first be taken in the trial court, shortly after the time when the trial judge signs an order. It can be confusing, even to lawyers who don’t have adequate experience handling appeals. We have the experience to help cut through that confusion for you.
Property Agreements Made During Marriage
Previously, we wrote about Premarital Property Agreements. We noted there that Texas law broadly supports Marital Property Agreements. Today we will discuss agreements entered into during a marriage[1], instead of before marrying.[2] The Texas family Code states that...
How Does Family Violence Affect a Family Law Case
We previously discussed Family Violence, and available Protective Orders within “Legal Protections for Family Violence (Part 1),” “Legal Protections Available for Family Violence,” (Part 2), and “Important Factors in Cases Requesting Protective Orders.” Those posts...
What to do if Child Support is Still Being Withheld After Kids are Adults
We helped a former client today who learned that his employer was continuing to withhold child support payments from his check, even though his children were “emancipated” (that is, they are at least 18 years of age, out of high school, and not disabled). It occurs to...
Can I appeal my Divorce Case Judgment?
Today, we will discuss your options, when you are dissatisfied with the result of your divorce case. Initially, it bears repeating that in most (perhaps, all) U.S. jurisdictions, fewer than 5 percent (5%)of the filed cases make it all of the way through trial. And, of...
Premarital Property Agreements in Texas
It is our experience that many folks do not understand just how useful and powerful Premarital Property Agreements (PPA) can be in Texas. We hope to bring you some helpful information in that regard today. Accordingly, here is a brief, introductory discussion of PPA:...
Can CPS Terminate Parental Rights Based on Old Events?
Texas CPS has to show not only some act of abuse or neglect by the parent, but also, that the termination is in the current “best interest” of the child. So, something that happened long ago does not provide solid evidence of what is currently in a child’s best interest. Things change over time; kids mature, and their needs change.
Can I Change my Child Custody Order?
So, you have a child custody (or conservatorship) order. It was arrived at either by initial agreement of the parties, informal negotiation, mediation, or after a trial. And now, one of the parties wants to change it. Can that be done? It is widely reported that each...
Important Factors in Cases Requesting Protective Orders
Introduction:
A protective order is a court order that can be entered by the court to protect a victim of domestic violence, assault (sexual or otherwise), abuse, stalking, and/or threats by a family member, household member, or (current or former) dating partner. We have written more about these cases here: Legal Protections for Family Violence (Part 1) and here Legal Protections Available for Family Violence. A review of those posts provides context for this one. Today, we will discuss some of the considerations that are pertinent to these types of cases.
Keeping Children Safe
During the craziness of this year, many of our children find themselves in the unusual circumstance of living in potentially dangerous situations. In addition to the risk of becoming infected with COVID-19, insecurity in income, housing, and food, add stress that affects the lives of many family members.
Keeping Our Kids Safe Online
As we become more of an electronically-connected society (and, when is that increase ever going to end?) potential dangers to our children, via the internet, are enhanced. Our children spend more and more time online, for activities such as their schooling, gaming,...
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From Our Clients
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“Any and all aspects of my child custody case were handled expediently and professionally with David. The outcome of my case, even though dismissed, was as expected. Great attorney. Great service.“
“David Heiman handled my case for enforcement of child support. He had previously handled my divorce case. He did his homework. There were other factors in consideration at one of the Hearings where Mr. Heiman presented case law in order to get my case transferred to the court of jurisdiction. Mr. Heiman was empathetic and objective in working with me to realistically and properly address my concerns. He didn’t just tell me what I wanted to hear. He was able to look at the details of the case from both sides and he gave me great advice that ultimately produced favorable outcomes. The judges ruled in our favor EVERY TIME. Mr. Heiman is intelligent, impressive, compassionate and caring, and can bring out the humorous side of an unpleasant situation. Hire him! He will do no less than his very best to help you through it.“
“I can’t help but think I won the custody of my daughters because of the advice, help and support that David gave to me, from the first time I met him, right up to the time we won the custody case!!!”
Heiman Law Firm – Frisco
2770 Main Street
Suite 179
Frisco, TX 75033
(214) 269-9601
Heiman Law Firm – Lewisville
405 State Highway 121 Byp
Ste A250
Lewisville, Texas 75067-4183
(469) 948-4764
Heiman Law Firm – Flower Mound
2201 Spinks Rd
Flower Mound, TX 75022
(469) 817-3273
Practice Areas
Adoption │ Appeals │Child Custody │Child Protective Services │Child Support│Collaborative Law │Divorce │Estate Planning │Family Law │ Wills
Office Hours
Monday-Friday By Appointment
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday Appointments Available
We have offices in Lewisville, Frisco, and Flower Mound. We service the North Texas area including
Plano, Frisco, Flower Mound, Denton, Prosper, Lewisville, Little Elm, and the Colony.