The Draper Law Firm, P.C.

The Draper Law Firm, P.C. The Draper Law Firm, located in McKinney, Texas, is a boutique family law firm dedicated to meeting

The firm focuses on family law, including divorce, child custody, adoptions, paternity, termination of parental rights, grandparents' rights, and modifications.

03/31/2026

If you have a Standard Possession Order in Texas, April 1 and April 15 are key deadlines that affect your summer schedule!

Missing them can mean losing time you’re entitled to, including vacations and holidays like the Fourth of July 🤦‍♀️

Have questions? Book a consult through the link in our bio!

📣 Parents, this is your reminder. If you are operating under a Standard Possession Order, April 1 and April 15 are not ...
03/27/2026

📣 Parents, this is your reminder.

If you are operating under a Standard Possession Order, April 1 and April 15 are not random dates. They control how summer possession is scheduled.

👉 By April 1, the non-primary parent must designate extended summer possession.

👉 By April 15, the primary parent can designate their extended summer time. Note that there is more to it than this.

If no designation is made, the default summer schedule applies under Texas law.

These deadlines affect travel plans, childcare arrangements, and your overall summer structure. Missing them can limit your options.

If you are unsure what your specific order says or how to properly designate your summer time, click the link in our bio to schedule an intake call with The Draper Law Firm today. ⚖️


Recently, Sarah and Carrie were at the Tarrant County Family Law Center advocating for a client in a temporary orders he...
03/26/2026

Recently, Sarah and Carrie were at the Tarrant County Family Law Center advocating for a client in a temporary orders hearing on a custody modification case. ⚖️

Temporary orders matter more than people realize…

They can shape parenting time, decision-making rights, and the tone of a case moving forward.

When it comes to your children, preparation and strategy are everything.

If you’re facing a custody modification in North Texas, our team is ready to step in and stand with you! 💼

Reach out to us today! 🧑‍🧑‍🧒

03/23/2026

Revenge feels powerful at first. 👊

Then the bills come in.
Then the case gets messy.

The court is not built for revenge. It is built for property division and the best interest of your children. ⚖️

When decisions are driven by anger, here is what usually happens:

1️⃣ More money spent - unnecessary motions, fights, and delays add up fast 💸
2️⃣ More chaos - conflict escalates instead of resolving
3️⃣ Weaker case - judges look for reason, not retaliation 🚫

The better question is not “How do I get back at them?”

It is: How do I put myself in the strongest position?

If emotions are running high and you want to make smart legal moves, talk to The Draper Law Firm before acting. Click the link in our bio to schedule an intake call. ⚖️

Have you seen someone let anger make their case worse? 👇

03/20/2026

Carrie was downtown where Samuel L. Jackson is filining...👀

Filming is taking place around the Courthouse today with temporary street closures and increased traffic in the area!!

Every day is truly different as an attorney!!

Eid Mubarak! 🌙✨ As we celebrate the joy and renewal of Eid al-Fitr, The Draper Law Firm stands with you in new beginnin...
03/20/2026

Eid Mubarak! 🌙✨

As we celebrate the joy and renewal of Eid al-Fitr, The Draper Law Firm stands with you in new beginnings and fresh starts.

May this day bring you peace, prosperity, and happiness.


“Hide money before you file for divorce.” 🤑Sounds sneaky.Sounds smart.It is also one of the fastest ways to destroy your...
03/19/2026

“Hide money before you file for divorce.” 🤑

Sounds sneaky.
Sounds smart.

It is also one of the fastest ways to destroy your case in Texas.

In a Texas divorce, both spouses are legally required to fully disclose assets, income, and debts. That includes bank accounts, cash, property, investments, retirement accounts, and anything tied to your name.

Here is what people do not think about:

1️⃣ Hiding money is fraud.
If a judge finds out you tried to conceal assets, the court can award your spouse a larger share of the community estate.

2️⃣ It destroys your credibility.
Family courts care about honesty. If you look dishonest in your finances, that can bleed into other areas of your case.

So no, hiding money does not protect you. It puts a target on your back. 🎯

The smartest move is transparency and getting solid legal guidance before you make financial decisions that could backfire.

Follow for family law insights that actually make sense.

What is the worst divorce advice you have ever heard online? 👇

03/18/2026

“Can my child decide they do not want to go?”

We hear this all the time.

Short answer: No. 🙅‍♀️

In Texas, children do not get to decide whether they follow a custody order. Even older teens cannot simply veto parenting time. ⚖️

Yes, courts may consider a child’s preference in certain situations. But that is very different from letting a child control the schedule.

If you allow refusal without a court modification, you could be the one facing consequences. Judges expect both parents to follow the order until it is legally changed. 🚫

Before making a move that could backfire, get clarity.

If you are unsure what to do, click the link in our bio to schedule an intake call with The Draper Law Firm. ⚖️

03/15/2026

Every year, spring break shows up… and suddenly someone wants to “revisit the schedule.” 👀

Here is the truth in Texas: a custody order does not disappear just because it is a holiday.

If your order says spring break alternates, then it alternates. If it gives one parent spring break in certain years, then that is the schedule. 🤷‍♀️

✅ Yes, flexibility can be great when both parents agree.
❌ No, you are not required to fold because someone is pressuring you last minute.

If spring break chaos is starting and you are not sure what you should or should not agree to, talk to The Draper Law Firm before making changes. Click the link in our bio to schedule an intake call. ⚖️

Have you ever dealt with last-minute schedule changes during spring break? 👇


If you are assuming everything gets split down the middle in a Texas divorce, you might want to rethink that. Yes, Texa...
03/13/2026

If you are assuming everything gets split down the middle in a Texas divorce, you might want to rethink that.

Yes, Texas is a community property state. ✅
No, that does not mean automatic 50/50. ❌

Texas courts divide community property in a “just and right” manner. That means judges look at the full picture.

👉 Who earns more
👉 Who has the greater future earning capacity
👉 Whether there was fault in the marriage
👉 The needs of each spouse

And sometimes, that leads to an unequal division.

So no, divorce in Texas is not just “split it down the middle and move on.”

Thinking about divorce and want clarity about your situation? Click the link in our bio to schedule an intake call with The Draper Law Firm today. ⚖️


03/12/2026

Do you need to spell out in your parenting plan that both homes provide clothes? 👕

In Texas, usually no.

Each parent is expected to have basic clothes, toiletries, and everyday essentials at their own home. That is the standard. 🏡

You do not need to argue over socks, jeans, or who forgot to send back a hoodie.

There are exceptions. If it is something unique, like one soccer jersey or an expensive laptop, that may reasonably go back and forth. ⚽💻

But for normal, day-to-day items, both households should be fully equipped. Clear expectations help reduce unnecessary conflict.

We recently saw a video from that touched on this issue, and it is a good reminder of how small misunderstandings can turn into bigger disputes.

If you have questions about your parenting plan, we’re ready to help guide you through the process. Set up an intake call today. 📱

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03/11/2026

Today we are discussing enforcements that deal with possession and access in Texas

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