Present political discourse and “wall” talk aside, the reality is that we live in a globalized world, where state and foreign borders pose significantly less hindrance to relocation than even a generation ago. With its economic advantages, Texas is an attractive destination, not just for other Americans, or our Canadian and Mexican neighbors. New Texans are coming from around the globe.

What hasn’t changed are the inherent biological impulses of humans: People fall in and out of love regardless of geographic location. Children may inevitably enter the equation. If so, a host of international legal issues may arise, including complicated custody litigation, in the event of a falling-out. A custody order is essential to get clients on the path to a solution. If one doesn’t already exist, getting one should be priority one, as it will be key in demonstrating custody rights.