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Divorce FAQ

No-fault divorce, likely costs, community property, filing order, and attorney-fee questions.

Do I need a reason to file the divorce?

How much does a divorce cost?

What is community property in Texas?

10 questions

Child custody FAQ

Conservatorship, possession schedules, visitation, modifications, and grandparents’ involvement.

What is Sole Custody?

In Texas, can parents refuse to Allow Visitation?

Do Grandparents have Custody Rights in Texas?

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Family law FAQ

Case costs, consultations, mediation, preparation, timelines, and the family-court process.

What is an uncontested divorce?

Is there such a thing as “legal separation” in Texas?

What is the first step in the divorce process?

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Estate planning FAQ

Wills, trusts, probate, powers of attorney, guardianship, and planning for pets.

What Is Estate Planning?

What is Probate?

How Can A Trust Benefit Me?

16 questions

Criminal Law FAQ

Police interviews, searches, possible penalties, criminal records, and available defense options.

Was The Police Search Illegal?

What Are The Penalties For Criminal Charges In Texas?

How do I know if I have a criminal record?

12 questions

Divorce FAQ

No-fault divorce, likely costs, community property, filing order, and attorney-fee questions.

Do I need a reason to file the divorce?

How much does a divorce cost?

What is community property in Texas?

10 questions

Child custody FAQ

Conservatorship, possession schedules, visitation, modifications, and grandparents’ involvement.

What is Sole Custody?

In Texas, can parents refuse to Allow Visitation?

Do Grandparents have Custody Rights in Texas?

15 questions

Family law FAQ

Case costs, consultations, mediation, preparation, timelines, and the family-court process.

What is an uncontested divorce?

Is there such a thing as “legal separation” in Texas?

What is the first step in the divorce process?

10 questions

Estate planning FAQ

Wills, trusts, probate, powers of attorney, guardianship, and planning for pets.

What Is Estate Planning?

What is Probate?

How Can A Trust Benefit Me?

18 questions

Criminal Law FAQ

Police interviews, searches, possible penalties, criminal records, and available defense options.

Was The Police Search Illegal?

What Are The Penalties For Criminal Charges In Texas?

How do I know if I have a criminal record?

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Common Texas legal questions

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These general answers can help you identify the next question to ask. Your facts, court, and deadlines can change the legal analysis.

Texas allows no-fault divorce, so a spouse can generally file based on “insupportability” without proving that the other spouse caused the breakup. Fault grounds may still matter in some cases.

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A child who is 12 or older may speak with the judge about the child’s preference if a parent requests it, but the child does not make the final decision. The judge decides conservatorship based on the child’s best interests.

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The cost varies with the issues in dispute, whether children or significant property are involved, and how much court, negotiation, and attorney time the case requires. A consultation can help estimate the likely cost for your situation.

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If a Texas resident dies without a valid will, Texas intestacy law determines who inherits the estate. The result depends on the person’s surviving relatives and the character of the property.

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You can clearly state that you are exercising your right to remain silent and that you want to speak with a lawyer before answering questions. The right approach depends on the circumstances, so seek legal advice promptly.

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Texas does not recognize legal separation as a separate marital status. Spouses may live apart and use other legal tools to address property, support, or parenting issues, but they remain married until a court grants a divorce.

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