Elisa Reiter

November 10, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

This article looks at a case where the court found that domestic violence was, in fact, perpetrated by both the husband and wife. As a result, there were severe consequences for their children.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

8 minute read

October 28, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

The times appear to be changing, albeit slowly, as to standing and parental rights.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

9 minute read

October 19, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

Termination is warranted where clear and convincing evidence is presented that parents had no plan in place to meet their children's medical needs.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

10 minute read

July 07, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

If there is a variance in the indictment and jury charge, don't wait. Object to the variance prior to the start of trial and/or the empaneling of the jury panel, say attorneys Elisa Reiter and Danial Pollack.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

13 minute read

June 07, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

Depending on the circumstances, the right to confidentiality can bend when protection of children or the elderly are a key component of a case.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

4 minute read

May 23, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

"In chambers" or "in camera" refers to a hearing in the privacy of the judge's office. These meetings usually take place in order to examine particularly sensitive or private information outside of the formal courtroom setting.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

8 minute read

May 20, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

The trial court, as gatekeeper, has the duty to weigh the credibility of the witnesses, and to choose who or what to believe when presented with conflicted testimony. The determination of best interests must focus on the child, rather than on the parent.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

10 minute read

May 18, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

The allegations against attorney Taylor focused on her use and disclosure of the communications in the underlying custody modification—not on her playing a part in the interception of those communications.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

7 minute read

May 05, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

The International Child Abduction Remedies Act was enacted by the United States to help prevent international child abduction, with the stated intent that, "Persons should not be permitted to obtain custody of children by virtue of their wrongful removal or retention."

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

9 minute read

April 05, 2022 | Texas Lawyer

Children do not come equipped with a parenting manual. Each parent has to learn how to best parent each child. While a learning curve is anticipated, that curve is no excuse to condone acts or omissions that can endanger the life of a child.

By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack

12 minute read