Appeals
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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.
How Child Custody Cases are Won (Part 3)
In the first installment of this series, entitled “How Child Custody Cases are Won (Part 1),” we went over the specific factors which a Judge will use to decide our custody case. Next, in Part 2, we focused on our initial case presentation, such as: letting the Judge...
How Child Custody Cases Are Won (Part 2)
I have previously written about “How Child Custody Cases Are Won (Part 1).” In that piece I discuss what kind of things courts consider when making child custody decisions. In this piece, I will discuss how those things are shown to the court. Getting Started By the...
How Child Custody Cases Are Won (Part 1)
As a practicing Texas lawyer, I see lots of different kinds of Family Law cases. And while a relative few of them may not involve children (such as in some divorce cases), the majority of the Family Law cases that are filed DO involve children, in one way of...
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,...
Convincing a Court to Lift a Residence Restriction on a Child (Part 1)
The ability of a court to restrict the residences of children is one which varies under state law, from state to state. I am licensed to practice law in only the State of Texas, so my discussion will focus on Texas law. While there may be similarities to the laws of...
When to Consider Divorce (Part 3)
Today, we will discuss different types of commitments to a marriage, and which is required for a marriage to be happy and thrive (and so, for divorce to not need to be considered).
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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!!!”
Contact Info
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.
Heiman Law Firm
Office Hours
Monday-Friday By Appointment
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday Appointments Available
Lewisville: (469) 948-4764
Frisco: (214) 269-9601
Flower Mound: (469) 817-3273