Amicus

Amicus Attorney Services

When parents are involved in a custody dispute, emotions can rise quickly and communication can become difficult. In these situations, the court’s priority remains focused on one thing — protecting the best interest of the child.

Court-Appointed Role

Helping the Court Stay Focused on the Child

Kris Hufstetler is frequently appointed by Texas courts to serve as an Amicus Attorney in matters involving custody disputes, divorce proceedings, and other family law conflicts involving children.

An Amicus Attorney acts as a neutral court-appointed representative whose responsibility is to assist the court in understanding what arrangements and decisions are truly in the child’s best interest. This role is especially important in cases where disagreements between parents make it difficult for the court to fully evaluate the needs of the child without additional guidance and investigation.

Rather than advocating for one parent over the other, the focus remains on gathering information, evaluating circumstances, and helping the court make informed decisions centered around the well-being of the child.

What an Amicus Attorney Does

As part of the appointment process, Kris works closely with the parties involved, reviews important information related to the case, and evaluates the overall family dynamic as it relates to the child.

Each family situation is different, and every child has unique emotional, educational, and developmental needs. The purpose of the Amicus role is to ensure those needs remain central throughout the legal process.

This may include reviewing:

Conservatorship arrangements

Parenting and possession schedules

Educational concerns

Medical or developmental needs

Communication between parents

Stability of the child’s environment

Any additional concerns affecting the child’s well-being

A Calm and Thoughtful Approach

Family law disputes involving children are often emotionally difficult for everyone involved. Kris approaches these cases with professionalism, patience, and a steady focus on helping reduce unnecessary conflict whenever possible.

Children can easily become overwhelmed when exposed to prolonged disputes between parents. An effective Amicus Attorney helps bring clarity to complicated situations while maintaining focus on practical solutions that support the child’s long-term stability and well-being.

Parents are often navigating one of the most stressful periods of their lives. Having a calm, experienced professional involved in the process can help create structure, encourage productive communication, and assist the court in reaching decisions grounded in the child’s best interest.

Experience in Complex Family Matters

Kris has experience working through sensitive family matters while helping courts evaluate the details necessary to make informed decisions for children and families. Custody disputes can involve a wide range of concerns, including:

Areas of Experience

High-conflict co-parenting situations
Modifications to existing custody orders
Concerns regarding a child’s emotional or developmental needs
Disagreements regarding visitation or possession schedules
Communication breakdowns between parents

Take the First Step

Focused on the Child’s Best Interest

The role of an Amicus Attorney is not to escalate conflict. It is to provide the court with thoughtful insight and objective evaluation regarding the child’s needs, circumstances, and overall well-being.

In every appointment, the goal remains the same: helping the court protect the child’s best interest while supporting solutions that create stability, consistency, and healthy outcomes for the future.