The Barrows Firm Law Review

The holiday season is approaching, and for divorced and separated parents in Texas, Thanksgiving and Christmas can bring complicated questions about child custody, possession schedules, holiday travel, and parenting time. Understanding what your court order requires before the holidays arrive can help prevent unnecessary disagreements and protect children from conflict between their parents. In th...

Many Texas parents assume that a 50/50 custody arrangement means neither parent will have to pay child support. But equal or nearly equal parenting time does not automatically eliminate child support, and the phrase “50/50 custody” can mean different things depending on the family, the possession schedule, parental rights and responsibilities, and the terms of the court order. In this episode of T...

What happens when a child refuses to go with the other parent for court-ordered visitation or possession in Texas? Can a child simply decide they do not want to go? What happens when a teenager refuses to get in the car? And is it true that once a child turns 12, they can choose which parent they want to live with? In this episode of The Barrows Firm Podcast, Southlake family law attorney Leslie B...

A child struggling at school does not necessarily mean there is a child custody problem. But sometimes declining grades, attendance problems, disciplinary issues, emotional changes, resistance to attending school, or a child's sudden desire to change schools can signal a larger issue that parents need to understand. In this episode of The Barrows Firm Law Review Podcast, Texas family law attorney...

Parental rights have long been recognized as among the most important rights protected under American law. At the same time, courts and child protection agencies have a responsibility to intervene when children's safety and well-being are at risk. Balancing those competing interests is one of the most challenging responsibilities facing the Texas family law system. In this episode of the Barrows F...

Father's Day is a time to celebrate the important role fathers play in the lives of their children. It is also an opportunity to discuss the legal rights and responsibilities that come with parenthood. In this episode of the Barrows Firm Law Review, attorney Leslie Barrows discusses fathers' rights in Texas family law, including conservatorship, possession schedules, child support obligations, pat...

Understanding Possession of the Home, Family Conflict, and Resolving Disputes Without Destroying Your Finances For many families going through divorce, the marital residence becomes far more than a piece of property. The home often represents stability, financial security, parenting routines, emotional attachment, and long-term planning. As a result, disputes involving the marital residence can qu...

In Texas family law cases, discovery is often where the truth begins to surface. It can be one of the most powerful tools available to attorneys, and at the same time, one of the most frustrating experiences for clients. In this episode of the Barrows Firm Podcast, family law attorney Leslie Barrows discusses how discovery works in Texas divorce and custody cases and why it can either move a case...

What does it really mean to “win” in a divorce? In this episode of the Barrows Firm Law Review Podcast, Southlake family law attorney Leslie Barrows walks through the reality of divorce strategy and how experienced legal guidance can shape the outcome of your case. While many people approach divorce with a win-or-lose mindset, the truth is more complex. Every family is different, and the right str...

Child custody cases in Texas are often far more complex than many parents expect. While most people assume a custody dispute involves only two parents, their attorneys, and a judge, the reality is that many cases require input from a range of professionals whose roles are defined by the Texas Family Code. These professionals help the court evaluate family dynamics, assess a child’s needs, and make...

In Texas family law cases, evidence often becomes the turning point. Many people do not realize how much of their daily life creates a permanent record that can later be reviewed by a judge. Text messages, emails, social media activity, financial transactions, and even day-to-day behavior can all become evidence in divorce, custody, and child support disputes.  In this episode of the Barrows Firm...

January is one of the busiest months of the year for new divorce and child custody case filings in Texas. After the holidays conclude, many individuals and families reach a point where long-standing issues can no longer be postponed. In this episode of the Barrows Firm Podcast, with Leslie Barrows, founder of The Barrows Firm in Southlake, Texas, we learn why the new year often prompts people to t...

In this episode of The Barrows Firm Family Law Podcast, Attorney Leslie Barrows welcomes former Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Cory Procter, now the founder of Pro Capital Wealth Management. Cory shares his journey from professional football to financial leadership and explains how he helps families, entrepreneurs, and business owners design long-term strategies rooted in clarity, purpose, and p...

In this holiday episode, Attorney Leslie Barrows explains why the holiday season is one of the most challenging times of year for families who are struggling in their marriage or preparing for divorce. We explore how financial pressure, substance use, mental health concerns, family conflict, and unresolved expectations all come to a head around the holidays. The season creates emotional strain tha...

In this episode of The Barrows Firm Law Review, host Nick Augustine sits down with Southlake family law attorney Leslie Barrows for a focused discussion on the questions Texas parents ask most often when facing divorce, custody decisions, or major changes in their families. Leslie explains how family law works in Texas and what parents can expect when they begin the legal process. The conversation...

In this episode of The Barrows Firm Law Review Podcast, Attorney Leslie Barrows from The Barrows Firm in Southlake, Texas, hosts Monika Hengesbach, Enrolled Agent and CEO of Decision Financial. Together, they explore the intersection of tax planning, family law, and estate planning, offering practical advice for individuals and families managing divorce, asset division, and long-term wealth protec...

Buying or keeping a home during divorce can be one of the biggest financial challenges families face in Texas. On this episode of The Barrows Firm Podcast, attorney Leslie Barrows welcomes mortgage specialist Cole Holmes for a detailed conversation about how divorce and real estate decisions overlap.  Together, they explain what clients need to know about buying a home before the divorce is finali...

In this episode of The Barrows Firm Podcast, Attorney Leslie Barrows and moderator Nick Augustine sit down with guest Brad Uptmore, who is a single dad, police officer, and storyteller who is well known for connecting with families and communities through authenticity and humor. Brad shares his experiences raising children as a single father while balancing the real and often hidden threats kids f...

In this episode of the Barrows Firm Law Review Podcast, Southlake Family Law Attorney Leslie Barrows is joined by Estate Planning, Business, and Nonprofit Attorney Shannon Guthrie of Guthrie Law PLLC. Together, Leslie and Shannon explore how family law and estate planning often intersect, particularly for clients undergoing life changes such as divorce, custody matters, new wealth, or business tra...

In this powerful episode of The Barrows Law Firm Review, Southlake family law attorney Leslie Barrows sits down with Sarah Oliveira-McDonald of La Hacienda Treatment Centers to explore how addiction and recovery impact divorce, custody, and family stability. With over 13 years of experience in sales, marketing, and behavioral health, Sarah brings a compassionate, client-focused perspective to the...

In this episode of the Barrows Firm Podcast, Southlake family law attorney Leslie Barrows from the Barrows Firm in Southlake speaks with divorce-lending professional Noel Cookman from the Mortgage Institute in Grapevine about the critical connection between divorce and mortgage planning. They explain how decisions made during the divorce process can impact your ability to keep, sell, or purchase a...

Legal Guidance on Summer Parenting, Vacations, Child Support, and More In this episode of the podcast recorded at The Barrows Firm in Southlake, Texas, family law attorney Leslie Barrows joins us to discuss how custody and co-parenting work during the summer months. With Texas schools on break and families making travel plans, it’s essential for parents to understand how conservatorship and standa...

In this episode of The Barrows Law Firm Review Podcast, Attorney Leslie Barrows visits Integrated Health Networks, the office of Carol Mapp, LCSW, a respected mental health counselor in Arlington, Texas. Together, they discuss the critical role of mental health support in family law cases, offering valuable guidance for individuals and families navigating the emotional complexities of divorce, cus...

In this episode of The Barrows Law Firm Review Podcast, Attorney Leslie Barrows welcomes Robert Tyson , a seasoned real estate broker at Compass Real Estate in Southlake, Texas. Robert is a veteran in handling complexities of real estate transactions in the context of family law cases, including divorce and estate planning. Key topics covered in this episode: 🔹 The Role of a Real Estate Broker in...

In this episode of The Barrows Firm Law Review Podcast, host Leslie Barrows sits down with  Amy Lepp , President and CEO of  Texas Excel Title , to discuss the critical role of title companies in family law cases, including divorce and estate planning. Amy shares her wisdom and experience on: How title companies help navigate real estate transactions in divorce Common title issues divorcing couple...