Understanding and Effective Texas Divorce Lawyer
A divorce can be an emotional and stressful time, full of unpleasant surprises and frustrating delays, but having the right lawyer can make the process move more smoothly — reducing the financial and emotional costs for you and your children.
At Bowen Law Group, we aim to be the right lawyers for your divorce. We understand the impact that a divorce has on a family, so our goal is to help you achieve results while minimizing the stresses involved.
Divorces handled by our Denton, Texas, law firm are managed by attorney Chrysandra Bowen. Chrysandra uses her background in therapy and counseling to help create solutions for individuals, parents and families by addressing the complete picture — not just the legal issues.
What to Expect in Your Texas Divorce
In Texas, divorce proceedings usually start with the filing of a petition for divorce by one spouse. The petition requests that the court terminate the marriage based on certain grounds for divorce, either fault-based grounds or no-fault-based grounds.
The petition for divorce is served on the other person and that person must file an answer within a set period of time. Each divorce is unique. Depending on the circumstances involved, Texas divorce may involve a wide range of issues that must be resolved:
- Child custody and visitation
- Determination of child support
- Determination of alimony (spousal support)
- Division of property and debt
While many people typically think that these issues must be decided by a judge, it is possible for people to make decisions together in order for the process to run more smoothly. Sometimes methods of alternative dispute resolution — like mediation or arbitration — are also used.
If a settlement can be reached, the agreement is submitted to the judge. After reviewing it, the judge usually approves the agreement and grants the divorce. If the judge does not approve, or if you cannot come to an agreement, your divorce may proceed to trial.
No matter where you are in the process, Texas divorces are best handled with the help of a knowledgeable and understanding attorney.
Contact Bowen Law Group
To talk about your divorce with an attorney at Bowen Law Group, please contact our Denton, Texas, law office at 940-566-0606. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week so you can get quick responses to your legal concerns — especially when you need them most.