The cost of your family law case can vary depending on several factors. Call a Carlson Law Firm location near you to schedule your free consultation.
The moment you realize you need a divorce lawyer, you need someone on your team who will fight tirelessly for your family’s best interest while giving you the compassion you deserve. Divorce is not an easy legal matter to handle, especially when matters of child support and child custody have to be determined. There are different types of divorces, contested and uncontested. Even in uncontested divorces, which involve amicable relationships, emotions are typically very sensitive. Feelings of anger, loss, pain, and frustration are typically found, and one of our family lawyers from The Carlson Law Firm can help ease some of the burdens of your situation.
Our divorce lawyers serve the following counties:
Contact a qualified family law lawyer for assistance if you live in the Central Texas area. Once the process starts, it’s crucial to have legal representation every step of the way to ensure that your rights are always protected. We will do everything we can to reach an amicable solution without going to court. However, in the event that a trial becomes necessary, we will fight diligently to get you the results you want.
As a Veteran-Owned law firm, The Carlson Law Firm proudly represents military members in our community in need of a family law attorney. Our Fort Cavazos divorce attorneys are here to help you navigate divorce or child custody arrangements.
Texas is a no-fault divorce state, meaning that either spouse can file for divorce regardless of whether their partner agrees. This means the petitioning spouse isn’t required to establish fault in a marriage prior to a divorce. Texas, does however, recognize certain fault grounds that can influence divorce settlements.
There are several documents required to file for divorce. The most important you will file with the courts is the Petition for Divorce. Consulting with a Divorce Lawyer ahead of filing this paperwork can save you time and money by ensuring the paperwork is correct.
Once your petition is ready to file, you will need to pay the court a fee to file the divorce papers with clerk. Once the fee is paid, the court clerk will schedule a hearing for the judge to review your petition.
Texas requires a 60-day cooling off period. However, court dockets may cause your divorce to take longer than 61 days. Once the judge reviews your agreement with your spouse, they will sign off to grant your divorce.
Divorce law encompasses the legal framework governing the dissolution of a marriage. It encompasses various aspects, including the grounds for divorce, property division, spousal support, child custody and visitation, child support, and the termination of marital rights and obligations. Divorce law aims to ensure a fair and equitable resolution of these issues while protecting the interests of all parties involved, particularly children.
Every case is different. It depends on what is in dispute, the needs of the parties, the needs of the children, the availability of the court, and the availability of witnesses. Texas has a mandatory waiting period of 60 days to finalize a divorce, but an average contested divorce or custody case can take 18 months or more.
Custody and division of property and debts is not something you want to get wrong. Unfortunately, we often see clients come to us after entering their own orders with “buyer’s remorse” or needing us to fix an issue with the order. Once an order is entered, it can cost you significantly more money to fix an issue, than it would have cost for us to represent you in the original case – that is, if it can be fixed at all.
Typically, no. The only cases where you are entitled to a court-appointed attorney (assuming you meet the income requirements for one) are child protective services (CPS) cases, when your parental rights are being terminated, or when there is a possibility of jail time (i.e. for failure to pay child support).
Bell, Coryell, Milam, Lampasas, Williamson, Hays, Travis, Bastrop, and Burnet.
The cost of your family law case can vary depending on several factors. Call a Carlson Law Firm location near you to schedule your free consultation.
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Courts determine the fair distribution of assets acquired during the marriage, including real estate, personal property, bank accounts, investments, and retirement funds.
Your divorce decree will include the legal and physical custody arrangements for any children of the marriage, including residential schedules, visitation rights, and decision-making authority.
Courts determine the financial responsibility for supporting children, calculated based on each parent's income and other factors.
Courts allocate marital debt between the spouses, considering factors like who incurred the debt and its purpose.
In some cases, courts may order one spouse to pay financial support to the other, based on factors like income, earning capacity, and length of the marriage.
Divorce proceedings may also address issues like domestic violence, parenting plans, property valuation and legal fees.
When it comes to establishing the grounds for divorce, the State of Texas has seven issues that be considered. While Texas is a no-fault divorce state, a petitioner can bring claims against a spouse that may impact the final divorce settlement. Those claims include the following:
Navigating a divorce in Texas can be complex, especially regarding property division. Texas is a community property state, meaning all assets acquired during the marriage are generally considered jointly owned and subject to equitable division. This does not always mean a 50/50 split, as courts consider various factors including each spouse’s earning capacity, future financial needs, and contributions to the marriage. Seeking guidance from an experienced divorce lawyer is crucial to protecting your interests and ensuring a fair distribution of assets. Our legal team has extensive experience in property division, including high-net-worth dissolutions, and is dedicated to advocating for your rightful share.
In Texas divorce proceedings, the division of assets and debts is governed by the concept of community property and separate property. Community property encompasses assets and debts accumulated during the marriage, while separate property refers to assets acquired prior to the marriage. Examples of separate property include gifts and inheritances received by one spouse, retirement benefits accrued before the marriage, and business shares owned prior to the marriage and kept separate throughout. However, assets acquired within the marriage related to a pre-marital business are typically considered marital property subject to division in a divorce. It is crucial to consult with a qualified divorce lawyer to understand the specific legal implications of these concepts and ensure a fair and equitable distribution of assets and liabilities in a divorce.
With deep understanding and compassion, we guide you through every step of the legal process, ensuring your family's well-being remains our top priority.
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