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We are pleased to share that Chambers & Partners USA has honored Cowles Thompson for a third year in the category of Commerical Litigation - for the DFW and surrounding areas.

Marriage presents the opportunity for many changes in lifestyle and status - and it can also include potential risks. Regan Wish explains how a prenuptial agreement is a great way to keep the risks of marriage to a minimum.

Family Law attorney Claire James continues her series on parenting with a high-conflict ex. Here, she outlines five ways to minimize drama.

Is your Ex a narcissist? While research indicates only 0.5% to 5% of people actually have Narcissistic Personality Disorder, "high-conflict coparents" share traits with narcissists, and their behavior frequently leads to child custody litigation.

While divorced fathers generally see their children less during the school year (than do divorced mothers), summer provides a great opportunity for fathers to spend more quality time with their children. Family Law attorney Jack Beesely explains the Summer Possession Period and options in Texas.

Family Law attorney Claire James outlines the essential basics of child custody in Texas, including explaining the differences between conservatorship and possession.

Jack Beesley outlines father's rights in relation to the Texas Family Code’s expanded Standard Possession Order .

  When I tell people I am a divorce lawyer, a common response is, “Wow, I am so sorry, that’s tough.” My legal practice area often elicits such a response from lawyers and non-lawyers alike. We all know why. Divorce […]

  Dallas, TX (April 24, 2023) — Cowles & Thompson, P.C. is pleased to welcome Julie Aguilar to the firm. Julie is a Shareholder in the Family Law and Commercial Law practice areas. She is a trial lawyer with proven […]

  Custody disputes aren’t always between two parents. Sometimes, a dispute arises between parents and a grandparent regarding custody (“conservatorship”) or visitation (“possession”) of a child. For example, a grandparent might want custody because his or her adult child is […]