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Texas Board of Legal Specialization
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Family Law Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the most common ground for divorce?

   Insupportability is the most common ground for divorce. It is a “no fault” ground and simply states that the husband and wife are no longer able to live together as a married couple and that there is no reasonable expectation of reconciliation. 
   

2. How long do I have to wait until I can finalize a divorce in Texas?

   After the filing of a Petition for Divorce, it is necessary to wait for sixty (60) days (a “cooling off period’) before it is possible to finalize the divorce. 
   

3. Is there a residence requirement to get a divorce in Texas?

   It is necessary for a person to be a resident of the State of Texas for six (6) month and a domiciliary of the county within the state for ninety (90) days before that person can file a Petition for Divorce. 
   

4. Is it possible to get child support for a child who is over eighteen (18) years of age in Texas?

   It is possible to receive child support for a disabled child over the age of eighteen (18) years and for a child over eighteen (18) years of age who is still attending high school to obtain a diploma for graduation. 
   

5. What do I do if I am served with divorce papers?

   If a person is served with divorce papers by a sheriff, constable, pr private process server, the person has until the first Monday at 10:00 a.m. after twenty (20) days after service to file an “Answer” with the Court, or to obtain a lawyer to do so. 

I have successfully handled Thousands of Divorce Cases.  I am Board Certified to practice Family Law in Texas. 

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