Contested Divorce in Texas
Dallas-Fort Worth Divorce Attorney David Kohm Handles Contested Divorces
Our Dallas-Fort Worth Family Law Firm deals with many divorce issues and handling a contested divorce is one facet of family law we have a lot of experience in. When a client wants to file for a contested divorce in Texas it’s because they are asserting either at-fault grounds provided by statute or the no-fault ground of non-support. The at-fault reasons for a divorce include domestic violence, adultery, felony conviction, abandonment, and a spouse's confinement in a mental hospital. In order to file for a contested divorce, the statute's residency provisions require that either the petitioner or respondent has resided in the state six months prior to filing.
Contested divorces are generally more difficult and costly. A contested divorce filed for reasons of non-support is usually on the grounds that certain issues (child support, child custody, division of property) cannot be agreed upon outside of court. At this point the courts must get involved to hear testimony and determine how the assets will be divided, who will reside in the home, and if there are children involved, decide on custody and visitation issues.
Most couples, when faced with the reality of allowing a court to decide their fate, will choose to reach an agreed settlement which is considered a non-contested divorce. However, in the case of domestic violence, abuse or infidelity a divorce by trial is recommended.
If you are considering divorce it is important to speak with a qualified divorce attorney before deciding on the type of divorce you want to pursue. At the Law Offices of David Kohm we offer a complimentary consultation to help you sort out these legal matters. Should you need to file a contested divorce, we will be there to assist in the preparation of your case and be there for you throughout the trial. If you have other questions call our offices or you can complete our online request form and my staff will contact you to arrange for a time for us to sit down and visit.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, it is not intended to provide legal advice as individual situations will differ and should be discussed with a qualified licensed attorney. For specific technical or legal advice on the information provided and related topics, please contact our law firm directly.