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COUNTY HUB

Walker County

Huntsville is the county seat and by far the largest community in Walker County, with 45,822 residents in 2020, followed by New Waverly (910) and Riverside (521). Sam Houston State University and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice headquarters are both in Huntsville. Interstate 45 links the county with Conroe and Houston to the south, and part of Sam Houston National Forest lies inside its borders. Intake confirms the county from the street address, which settles most questions about where a client lives.

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Walker County family law attorney service for divorce and custody, from our Conroe office

Walker County family law attorney help from the Law Office of Bryan Fagan comes through our Conroe office, and the firm keeps no office in Huntsville. Divorces here can be filed in the County Court at Law or in the 12th or 278th District Court, so the first step is choosing the right court. Call or schedule a video chat, tell intake what you are facing, and the team explains what comes next.
KEY TAKEWAYS
Walker County divorces can be filed in the County Court at Law or in a district court, and district court divorces alternate between the 12th and 278th Judicial District Courts, according to the county's divorce page.
The Local Rules of the District Courts of Walker County send family law cases filed in the County Court at Law to the District Clerk's office, which gives them a separate block of docket numbers.
The Walker County Standing Restraining Order must be attached to each initial pleading in applicable family law matters under the local rules.
Huntsville, the county seat, is home to Sam Houston State University and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice headquarters, and Walker County clients are served from the firm's Conroe office.
Why this is the Walker County Hub

Local proof before legal detail

Service area

Served from Conroe

Walker County clients are served from our Conroe office, by phone, video, or an in-person visit.

County resources

Know the courts

Family cases can start in the County Court at Law or in the 12th or 278th District Court.

Local routing

Start with your situation

Choose the row below closest to yours, and intake lines up the next step.

Clear expectations

No promised outcome

Walker County courts weigh each case on its own facts, so the team lays out your options and promises no result.

Attorneys Serving this County

PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Sydney Serrata, Experienced Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Victoria Office

Your Victoria Office Attorney

Meet Anne Gibson

Attorney
Victoria Office
Anne Gibson is an experienced attorney with more than 26 years of legal practice. Her background includes family law, criminal defense, mediation, courtroom advocacy, and meticulous legal-document preparation. She combines extensive real-world experience with a strong academic background to provide clients with thoughtful, compassionate, and thorough representation.
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Mediation & Dispute Resolution
Courtroom Advocacy
Legal Research & Document Preparation
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Cheryl Coleman Driver, Experienced Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Richmond Office

Your Richmond Office Attorney

Meet Cheryl Coleman Driver

Attorney
Richmond Office
Cheryl Coleman Driver practices family law, personal injury, and civil litigation at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC’s Richmond office. Drawing on experience in both law firm and solo-practice settings, Cheryl approaches each matter with strength, loyalty, and a sincere desire to make a positive difference in the lives of people who need help. She listens carefully, takes clients’ concerns seriously, and works to provide clear guidance as they navigate difficult or unfamiliar circumstances.
Family Law
Personal Injury
Civil Litigation
Clear Client Guidance
Client Support
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Sydney Serrata, Associate Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Kingwood Office

Your Kingwood Office Attorney

Meet Chelsea Wojcik

Associate Attorney
Kingwood Office
Chelsea Wojcik is an associate attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC’s Kingwood office. Her practice focuses primarily on family law, including high-asset divorces and matters involving child custody. She also handles select estate-planning matters. Chelsea brings persistence, ambition, and careful attention to detail to her work.
Family Law
High-Asset Divorces
Child Custody
Estate Planning
Client Guidance
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Sydney Serrata, Family Law Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the San Antonio Office

Your San Antonio Office Attorney

Meet Sydney Serrata

Family Law Attorney
San Antonio Office
Sydney Serrata is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC’s San Antonio office, bringing more than eight years of family law experience and a strong connection to the community she serves. Licensed in Texas since 2020, she also has appellate experience that includes filing appeals and establishing precedent within the Fourth Court of Appeals. Sydney approaches family law with compassion, loyalty, resilience, and a commitment to supporting clients through difficult transitions. She emphasizes stability for children and families, client education, and genuine empathy so individuals can better understand their circumstances and move forward with greater confidence.
Family Law
Appellate Matters
Client Education
Family Stability
Supportive Representation
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Craig Goralski, Family Law Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Woodlands Office

Your Woodlands Office Attorney

Meet Craig Goralski

Family Law Attorney
Woodlands Office
Craig Goralski is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC’s Woodlands office, bringing more than three decades of Texas family law experience. After more than thirty years as a solo practitioner, he brings deep, case-tested judgment and a steady perspective to the clients he serves. Craig is known for being honest, fair, empathetic, and intelligent, providing straightforward counsel and realistic expectations when clients are navigating emotionally charged family law matters.
Texas Family Law
Full-Spectrum Family Law
Experienced Legal Judgment
Straightforward Counsel
Steady Client Guidance
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Lisa Kreider, Family Law Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Rockwall Office

Your Rockwall Office Attorney

Meet Lisa Kreider

Family Law Attorney
Rockwall Office

Lisa Kreider is a Rockwall family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC. She represents individuals and families facing divorce, child custody disputes, paternity and parentage issues, adoption, modifications, and other major family transitions.

Lisa’s approach begins with understanding what has changed, what remains disputed, and what needs to be accomplished. She works toward practical resolution when agreement makes sense and prepares the case for hearings or trial when important issues cannot be resolved.

Divorce
Child Custody & Parentage
Adoption & Family Transitions
Resolution & Mediation
Contested Hearings & Trial
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Megan Nordyke, Family Law Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Dallas Office

Your Dallas Office Attorney

Meet Megan Nordyke

Family Law Attorney
Dallas Office
Megan Nordyke is a Dallas family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC. With more than a decade of experience in legal aid and family law, Megan helps individuals and families navigate challenging circumstances with compassion, advocacy, and a steadfast commitment to justice. Megan focuses on complex family law matters involving domestic and intimate partner violence, coercive control, child abuse and neglect, DFPS/CPS cases, adoption, non-parent custody, and the division of marital assets and liabilities. Her ten years of public service as a legal aid attorney give her extensive experience advocating for vulnerable individuals and families.
Domestic & Intimate Partner Violence
Coercive Control & Protective Orders
Child Abuse & DFPS/CPS
Adoption & Non-Parent Custody
Marital Assets & Liabilities
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Delphine Maddox, Family Law Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Houston Office

Your Houston Corporate Office Attorney

Meet Delphine Maddox

Family Law Attorney
Houston Corporate Office
Delphine Maddox is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC, serving clients from the firm’s Houston office. Delphine is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate challenging legal situations with compassion, determination, and a genuine commitment to ensuring every client feels heard and represented. From her very first internship in a juvenile court to her work in child welfare and private family law practice, Delphine has been drawn to cases where having the right advocate in your corner makes a real difference. She believes effective legal representation requires not only knowledge of the law — but empathy, clear communication, and a deep understanding of what clients are going through during the hardest moments of their lives.
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Welfare & CPS
Family Law
Modifications
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Natalia Maldonado, Family Law & Community Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the San Antonio Office

Your San Antonio Office Attorney

Meet Natalia Maldonado

Associate Attorney
San Antonio Office
Natalia Maldonado is an associate attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC, serving clients from the firm’s San Antonio office. Natalia brings a broad legal background and a strong commitment to advocacy, problem-solving, and community service to her practice. Her legal experience spans family law, guardianship matters, estate planning, real estate law, and public interest advocacy. Prior to joining the firm, Natalia worked with organizations including Texas RioGrande Legal Aid and the St. Mary’s University Center for Legal and Social Justice. Born and raised in San Antonio, Natalia has deep roots in the local community and a passion for helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most difficult legal challenges.
Family Law
Guardianship
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Public Interest
PRIMARY LOCAL ATTORNEY
Kennisha Norman, Houston Family Law & Advocacy Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Houston Office

Your Houston Corporate Office Attorney

Meet Kennisha Norman

Family Law Attorney
Houston Corporate Office
Kennisha Norman is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC, serving clients from the firm’s Houston office. With nearly two decades of legal experience, Kennisha brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to helping individuals and families resolve complex legal matters. Prior to joining the firm, Kennisha operated her own practice, The Dabney-Norman Law Firm, for 18 years, focusing on family law and estate planning. That depth of independent practice means she brings real-world case management, negotiation experience, and deep knowledge of Harris County courts to every client she serves. Kennisha is also a certified special education teacher — a credential that speaks to her lifelong commitment to advocacy, education, and service to others.
Divorce
Child Custody
Estate Planning
CPS Defense
Modifications
Walker County Local Issue Routing

Start by situation

If you are dealing with…Your next step
You are ready to file for divorce or ask a court about custody in Walker CountyTalk with intake about which court fits your case
You are not sure whether your address is in Walker County or a neighboring oneGive intake the street address and the county is confirmed
A spouse or parent has died, or your will is out of dateStart with probate and estate planning
You were arrested or charged with a crime in Walker CountyAsk about defense
Choose Your Next Step

Start with the issue—or start a conversation

Guided intake helps identify the right type of assistance. Scheduling is for visitors ready to speak with the Walker County team.
Find the right Walker County path

What kind of problem are you facing?

Choose the situation closest to yours. Some lead to a Walker County guide. The rest lead to a few short questions that put you in touch with the right person on the team.
children

Child Custody

Help with custody and visitation orders for Walker County parents, from the first filing in Huntsville.

financial

Divorce

Guidance on filing, dividing property, and reaching a final decree for couples across Walker County.

estate

Probate

Support for families who are settling an estate or putting a will in place in Walker County.

criminal

Criminal Defense

Representation for people charged in Walker County, from the first court date forward.

Official Walker County Local Resources

County courts and courthouse resources

Rockwall County, Texas is an official county government site serving residents with court, clerk, tax, records, and other county services. The county seat is Rockwall, and the website provides access to departments, public notices, community resources, and online county information. Rockwall County’s court system includes county court, district court, and related judicial and administrative services. Public county resources list the County Clerk, County Court, District Clerk, District Court, and District Attorney as part of the Rockwall County Government Center ecosystem, showing how records and court functions are divided by office. The County Clerk’s online records portal provides public access to county records, while the district‑court offices operate from the county government center.
Rockwall County’s court system includes county court, district court, and related judicial and administrative services. Public county resources list the County Clerk, County Court, District Clerk, District Court, and District Attorney as part of the Rockwall County Government Center ecosystem, showing how records and court functions are divided by office. The County Clerk’s online records portal provides public access to county records, while the district‑court offices operate from the county government center.
Rockwall County provides online public records access through the County Clerk’s self‑service portal, which is used to view and manage records and related services. The county website also lists community services such as marriage licenses, passports, and open government, indicating that many clerk‑related transactions can be initiated through county offices or online tools. Specific e‑filing instructions were not prominently published on the reviewed pages, but district‑court filings typically follow Texas e‑filing rules and are handled through the appropriate clerk office.
  • County‑level records and services are handled through the County Clerk and its online records portal, including public record access and clerk services such as marriage licenses and passports.
  • District‑court matters are handled through the District Clerk and the county government center’s court offices.
  • For case‑specific filing guidance, the county government center and County Clerk public records portal are the best starting points.
Collin County, Texas is an official county government site serving residents with court, clerk, tax, records, health and human services, elections, and other county services. The county seat is McKinney, and the website provides access to departments, public notices, agendas, and online county resources. The county courthouse and related facilities in McKinney house the district courts, prosecutors, law library, District Clerk, and many county‑court functions.
Collin County’s court system includes the District Courts, County Courts at Law (civil and probate), County Justice of the Peace Courts, and related appellate and county‑administrative judicial functions. The County Clerk supports the County Courts at Law and probate courts, while the District Clerk maintains district‑court records and oversees jury services for district, county, and JP courts. The county’s judicial administration and human‑services infrastructure are coordinated through the Commissioners Court and the courthouse campus in McKinney, with additional county facilities spread across the county.
Collin County provides county and district‑court services largely through the County Clerk and District Clerk, with many filings and records accessible in person at the McKinney and Plano offices or via phone and email for case‑specific guidance. The County Clerk’s team and the District Clerk’s office both direct users to eFileTexas and certified Electronic Filing Service Providers (EFSPs) for civil, probate, family, and other eligible filings. The county’s website also links to broader court‑ and judicial‑search tools for property, voters, and court records, making it easy to locate case information and services.
  • County‑level filings (civil, probate, certain county‑court matters, land records, and some clerk‑supported services) are handled through the County Clerk’s Office, with guidance from the County Court at Law and Probate teams via email and phone (972–548‑6420 and 972–548‑6463, respectively).
  • District‑court filings (civil, family, probate, criminal, and other district‑court matters) are routed through the District Clerk, using Texas‑wide e‑filing standards and the statewide e‑filing infrastructure (via eFileTexas or an EFSP).
  • In addition to in‑person filing, residents can use the county’s online tools and contact options (sheriff, clerk, and judicial portals) to obtain case information and support for filings and records.
Harris County, Texas is an official county government site serving residents with court, clerk, tax, records, and other county services. The county seat is Houston, and the website provides access to departments, public notices, the 311‑style services portal, and online county resources.
Harris County’s court system includes the District Courts, County Civil Courts at Law, Probate Courts, Commissioners Court, and Justice of the Peace courts. The County Clerk serves as clerk for the Commissioners Court, Probate Courts, and County Civil Courts at Law, maintaining civil‑only county court records and overseeing real‑property and vital records. The District Clerk maintains district‑court records for civil, criminal, and family matters, and the county’s court‑records and JP‑public‑access pages provide searchable case information for multiple court types.
Harris County provides online filing and record‑search options for many court and clerk‑related matters. The County Clerk’s office handles civil, probate, and county‑court‑related filings and supports record requests via in‑person, mail, fax, and eCommerce channels. The District Clerk maintains district‑court records and offers online access to civil, criminal, and family cases, with Harris County also directing users to an e‑file system (eFileTexas) for many filings, consistent with Texas‑wide e‑filing practice.
  • County‑level court filings and records (civil, probate, real‑property, vital records) are handled through the County Clerk’s Office, with options for in‑person, mail, fax, email, and eCommerce services.
  • District‑court filings (civil, criminal, family) are routed through the District Clerk using Texas‑wide e‑filing standards and the county’s online records and case‑lookup tools.
  • Harris County’s Services Portal and 311‑style service hub link to birth/death certificates, marriage licenses, and other personal‑records services, which are often processed through the County Clerk or related offices.

Official Walker County Resources

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Walker County Communities and County Lines

Cities and communities in Walker County

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Houston County, on Walker County's northern edge, is a different place from the City of Houston, so a caller who says Houston may mean either one. Intake confirms the county from the street address before routing the matter.

Plan Before You Go

Office and courthouse logistics

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A Clear First Conversation

What happens when you contact the Walker County team

Every matter is different, but your first steps should be understandable.

Share what is happening

Tell the Conroe team about the immediate issue, any current orders, deadlines, and what matters most.

Identify the legal lane

The team sorts out whether your matter is a divorce, a parent-child issue, an estate matter, or a criminal charge.

Meet the right team

You are matched with an attorney at the Conroe Office who suits your matter.

Plan the next step

If the firm is retained, the legal team explains priorities, documents, deadlines, and the path forward, including whether your case belongs in the County Court at Law, the 12th or 278th District Court, or another county's court.
Walker County Local Context

What to Know About Walker County

A few sourced facts that provide useful context about the county, its growth, and its local legal system.

Walker County's divorce page says a divorce can be filed in the County Court at Law or in a district court, and that divorces in district court are alternated between the 12th and 278th Judicial District Courts.

The Local Rules of the District Courts of Walker County say family law cases filed in the County Court at Law go to the District Clerk's office and receive a separate block of docket numbers.

Walker County had 76,400 residents in the 2020 census and 784 square miles of land, and Huntsville, the county seat, is home to Sam Houston State University and the headquarters of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Common Walker County Questions

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to visit an office to hire the firm for a Walker County case?

No. Walker County clients are served from our Conroe office, and a first conversation can happen by phone or video.

Which court will hear my Walker County divorce?

A divorce in Walker County can be filed in the County Court at Law or a district court, and district court divorces alternate between the 12th and 278th. Intake explains how that applies to your case.

Can the firm help with more than divorce?

Yes. The firm helps with custody, probate, and criminal defense as well as divorce, and intake routes you to the right team.

Is my address in Walker County?

Intake confirms the county from your street address. A caller in Houston may mean Houston County, which is a different county from the City of Houston.

What should I tell intake on my first call?

Share what is happening now, any current court orders or deadlines, and what matters most to you. The team uses that to choose the right attorney and next step.

FIRM AUTHORITY

Authorship and review

Last reviewed: October 23, 2026
Sydney Serrata, Experienced Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC serving the Victoria Office
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Anne Gibson

Attorney
Anne Gibson is an experienced attorney with more than 26 years of legal practice. Her background includes family law, criminal defense, mediation, courtroom advocacy, and meticulous legal-document preparation. She combines extensive real-world experience with a strong academic background to provide clients with thoughtful, compassionate, and thorough representation.
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