In the Best Interests of the Child ...
The termination of parental rights is a drastic step that should only be taken when it is necessary to protect the safety or well being of a child. Termination of parental rights is not punishment. It is an action taken to allow others to assume clear responsibility for the child's well being without interference.
In Texas, the courts can order the termination of parental rights on several grounds, including:
- Abandonment, disinterest or failure to maintain contact
- Child abuse or neglect (of the child in question or of another child)
- A parent's mental illness, mental disability or alcohol or drug-induced incapacity
- A parent's conviction or incarceration for a felony offense
- Failure to provide support
The courts have one overriding concern in deciding on the termination of parental rights, and that is the best interests of the child in question. We share that concern, and will take all appropriate action to protect a child's safety, security and well-being. Sometimes that requires seeking the termination of parental rights.
Our highly skilled trial attorneys are also called on to prevent the termination of parental rights, often in cases in which denial of access to a child is being used as a weapon in a divorce, child custody, child support or paternity dispute.
Contact Pelley Law Office, L.L.P. for Honest Answers and Experienced Help
The termination of parental rights is not a step that should be taken lightly, and certainly not without the guidance of a highly knowledgeable and skilled family law attorney. If you are considering seeking a the termination of another's parental rights, or if you have been threatened with such an action and wish to fight it, we strongly encourage you to contact our offices at 972-608-0335 or 903-813-4778 today to schedule a free, informative and completely confidential consultation with one of our experienced and highly respected lawyers.
