Collin County Child Custody Attorney Guiding Parents Through Difficult Decisions

Custody decisions affect a child’s home life, emotional well-being and long-term stability. In Collin County and surrounding counties, where families balance work, school and parenting schedules, custody matters require planning and strong legal guidance. Child custody attorney Holly E. Fuller, founder of The Law Office of Holly E. Fuller, helps parents find solutions that protect both their children and their rights.

With over 30 years of combined experience, Holly’s firm serves families across North Texas, including those in Allen, Dallas, Denton, Frisco, McKinney, Plano, Rockwall and nearby communities. Holly stays closely involved in every case. Her firm provides consistent updates, clear communication and focused service. Whether a client is working toward an agreement or facing a dispute, Holly offers steady support from start to finish.

Common Custody Issues The Firm Handles

Every custody situation brings unique challenges. Attorney Fuller can help parents manage a wide range of concerns, including:

• Creating or modifying parenting plans and visitation schedules: Helping parents build stable routines that support the child’s needs.
• Establishing or enforcing joint custody or sole custody orders: Securing fair terms and acting when a parent fails to follow court orders.
• Protecting parental rights in divorce or temporary orders: Making sure both parents have a voice as decisions are made.
• Responding to relocation or move-away requests: Helping clients understand their rights and contest or support a geographic restriction or proposed move.
• Preparing for mediation or court-ordered custody evaluations: Guiding parents through required steps and presenting a clear parenting plan.
• Addressing emergency orders involving child safety: Taking urgent action when a child’s health or safety is at risk.
• Managing post-divorce custody disputes: Modifying orders when schedules, needs or circumstances change.

Each case is approached with a strategy that reflects the family’s needs and legal goals.

Over 30 Years Of Experience Handling High-Conflict Custody Cases

Holly, the managing attorney at the firm, has decades of experience with high-conflict custody matters. She represents parents in disputes involving limited access, interference with visitation, or serious allegations involving the physical safety or emotional well-being of children, as well as parental alienation. As an experienced child custody attorney, she helps clients stay focused on long-term solutions. She stays calm under pressure and responds with practical, effective strategies.

Texas Child Custody Laws

In Texas, custody is referred to as conservatorship. The law presumes that both parents should be named joint managing conservators, which means they share the rights and duties of raising the child. This includes decisions about education, health care and general welfare.

However, if the court finds that joint conservatorship is not in the child’s best interest, it may appoint one parent as the sole managing conservator and the other as a possessory conservator with limited rights.

The court makes custody decisions based on the best interests of the child, as outlined in Texas Family Code § 153.002. Judges may consider several factors, including:

• Each parent’s ability to provide a stable, safe environment
• The child’s emotional and physical needs now and in the future
• Any history of family violence, abuse or neglect
• The level of involvement each parent has in the child’s life
• The ability of both parents to co-parent and communicate effectively

In some cases, the child’s preference may also be considered, especially if the child is age 12 or older and can express a reasoned opinion.

At The Law Office of Holly E. Fuller, attorney Fuller guides clients through the legal standards applied by Collin County courts and helps present a clear, well-supported case that aligns with Texas custody laws.

What Can Prevent A Parent From Getting Joint Custody?

Joint custody is common in Texas but not automatic. A parent may be denied joint custody if they have:

• A history of domestic violence or abuse
• Issues with substance abuse
• Ongoing mental or emotional instability
• Poor communication with the other parent
• No recent involvement in the child’s life
• Convictions for certain crimes

Holly will assess the custody situation for your case carefully and explain what outcomes may apply.

How Is Child Support Calculated In Texas?

Child support is based on a percentage of the noncustodial parent’s net income. The Texas Family Code gives guidelines as to how child support should be calculated. Standard rates are:

• 20% for one child
• 25% for two children
• 30% for three children
• 35% for four children
• 40% for five or more children

When there are children from a prior relationship who are not involved in the suit, there are additional reductions to the support calculation. Other factors, such as medical expenses or special needs, may affect the final am amount. Holly helps parents understand how support is calculated and what to expect.

Speak With A Child Custody Attorney Today

Parents in North Texas trust The Law Office of Holly E. Fuller to protect their rights in child custody matters. Attorney Fuller offers free consultations and personalized legal support. To speak with a child custody lawyer, call 214-628-1920 or send a message through the contact form.

Based in Allen, attorney Fuller also serves clients in Dallas, Denton, Frisco, McKinney, Plano, Rockwall and nearby communities.