The issues of custody and visitation arise most often in divorce proceedings and become the biggest contest between parents. Because of the importance of this decision, child custody battles are often an expensive part of the divorce. This book is designed to inform and educate the reader about the laws as they relate to child custody and visitation in the state of Texas. This book is generally organized around the Texas Family Code. Information relating to filing for custody, contents of the petition, and the suing process are covered. The pre-trial phase of the lawsuit—discovery, evidence gathering, and mediation is also included. Separate sections on enforcement of support and custody, modification of rules and the determination of paternity help to focus on potential problems before the finalization of the decree. Appendices covering sample forms, the standard visitation schedule, child support guidelines, and a synopsis of the Texas statutes adds to the thoroughness of the information. A complete index makes this book very accessible for the user.