File for Divorce in Texas
If you are considering filing for divorce in Texas a Fort Worth divorce/separation attorney should be consulted; an attorney will:
• Explain how to file for divorce in Texas and the spouse’s position within the process.
• Illustrate what steps need to be taken in order for the process to be finalized.
• Move your case through each step and keep you informed and updated as to how your case is proceeding.
There are many legal aspects involved in filing for divorce; aspects such as, what you are entitled to, what legal forms are applicable, where the petition needs to be filed and what are the grounds for the divorce. Illustrated below are some of the guidelines one must follow when filing for divorce in Texas.
Residency Requirements
There are certain residency requirements one must abide to when filing for divorce. In order to file in Texas one must be living in Texas for at least six months before filing and be a resident of the county in which the suit is filed for at least 90 days before the petition is filed. If an individual is a member of the armed services of the United States of America and is stationed in Texas, they are able to file for divorce in Texas according to the residency requirements discussed above.
Details of the Divorce
An original petition for divorce must be filled at the county clerk’s office in which county you reside. After the petition is completed your spouse will be served with the petition. In cases of no fault divorce your spouse is able to sign a waiver of service of process to avoid being served with a petition from a police officer or a constable. After your petition is finalized you will be assigned to a court. There are five courts in Fort Worth that deal with divorce cases. In cases of uncontested divorce one must decide and make agreements as to factors such as child support and distribution of assets. If these issues cannot be worked out between spouses, one must make decisions regarding to entitlement with an attorney.
Texas Court
When it is time for your hearing make sure you have all of your documents easily accessible and organized. If the divorce is agreed to then the process will be finalized quickly. If the divorce is not agreed to the judge will be forced to make decisions concerning factors such as child support and division of debt for you; if this is the case there is a good chance it will take multiple court appearances to get everything finalized.
Filing for divorce in Texas does not have to be a difficult and stressful task. If an attorney is consulted he/she will address the legal issues for you and make sure you are up to date with your case proceedings. If you are involved in any divorce/separation situation that may require legal representation, contact our attorneys at the office of Jack G. Duffy. We are dedicated to relieving you of the anxiety and pressure divorce cases can bring about.
If you have any questions about filing a divorce in Fort Worth, Texas, contact the Law Office of Jack G. Duffy, Jr., at 866-958-3964.