Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is an
Uncontested Divorce?
A: An uncontested divorce in Texas (also called an: agreed divorce) is when both
spouses agree to the terms of the divorce, including: Separation of Property
(assets and debts), Standard Child Custody, the spouse who is not filing the
divorce petition waives service of citation.
Q: Can I just get some forms online and do a "do it yourself divorce"?
A: Yes, you have the right to represent yourself
pro se; however, be cautious as
there may be areas of the law that you may not understand. Our uncontested
divorce representation includes having a licensed attorney work on your case
every step of the way. If you just want to get the divorce forms online and file
for divorce yourself, you may use Legal Zoom. To get started with your divorce
on Legal Zoom, just
Click Here . Legal Zoom is a well know company and has
been used by thousands. With Legal Zoom you do not get the assistance of a
divorce lawyer, but if you can work your way through the legal system you
should be able use their divorce forms kit to get an uncontested divorce in
Texas. NOTE: They charge only $299 for the divorce kit,
but you will still have
to pay a filing fee ($232 fee to file a divorce petition in Kaufman County, or a
similar price in Van Zandt County) plus any other fees or costs. My $875 flat
rate includes all of those filing fees and costs (described above).
Q: I want a quick divorce, how fast can I get an uncontested divorce in Texas?
A: The fastest you can get a divorce in Texas is 61 days.
Q: Do you accept a checks or credit cards?
A: Yes.
Q: At what point do you become my divorce lawyer?
A: The attorney-client relationship is not created until you have signed a letter
agreement with our law firm and made payment.
Q: I don't know where my spouse is, will that be a problem?
A: You will need to find your spouse in order to have an uncontested divorce in
Texas. If you cannot find your spouse, but believe that your spouse will agree
to an uncontested divorce, our law firm may be able to help you locate your
spouse using public information (note that this service may be subject to
additional costs).
Q: I'm not sure if my spouse will agree to an uncontested divorce, what should I do?
A: Often times, when a spouse who is opposing the divorce learns that you are
serious about the divorce and that agreeing to the divorce will be much cheaper
than contesting the divorce; that spouse will agree to the divorce. One tactic is
to hire our firm for the agreed divorce service, we will prepare all of the needed
divorce forms and divorce petition, and mail all of the needed documents to your
spouse. At that point your spouse can sign the documents and mail them back
to our office.
Q: I'm not sure if my divorce is an "uncontested divorce" what should I do?
A: Call our office, or fill-out the contact form above and type in your questions. We
are happy to take the time to discuss you case in order to determine if our
services are right for your divorce.