Family Law Attorneys in Texas

What Is Family Law Law in Texas?

Divorce, custody, adoption, and family matters in Texas. 11,611 active attorneys with the State Bar of Texas list Family Law as a practice area, including attorneys whose bar classification is "Family".

When Do You Need a Texas Family Law Attorney?

You need a Texas family law attorney when facing divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, or prenuptial agreements, or any other matter governed by Texas family law law. Early consultation can preserve legal options and prevent costly procedural mistakes. Many Texas attorneys offer free initial consultations.

Texas Family Law Sub-Specialties

Family Law covers several distinct case types in Texas, each with its own legal framework. Below are the most common sub-specialties.

Divorce

Divorce matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in divorce cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Child Custody

Child Custody matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in child custody cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Child Support

Child Support matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in child support cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Adoption

Adoption matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in adoption cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Prenuptial Agreements

Prenuptial Agreements matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in prenuptial agreements cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Spousal Maintenance

Spousal Maintenance matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in spousal maintenance cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Protective Orders

Protective Orders matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in protective orders cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Paternity

Paternity matters in Texas fall within the broader Family Law practice area. Texas-licensed attorneys experienced in paternity cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Costs and Timeline

Texas family law attorneys typically charge $200-$450/hr or flat fees for uncontested matters. Uncontested divorces close ~90-120 days (state requires 60-day waiting period after filing per Tex. Fam. Code § 6.702). Contested custody cases routinely take 8-18 months.

Texas Laws and Statutes

Texas family law is governed by: Tex. Fam. Code title 1 (marriage), title 4 (protective orders), title 5 (parent-child relationship), title 6 (suits affecting parent-child relationship).

Family Law Attorneys by County

Pre-screened family law attorneys serving each Texas county. Counts reflect active State Bar of Texas members with offices in-county. Each county links to a full directory page for the matching practice area.

Texas Family Law Guides & Resources

Free guides covering key topics in Texas family law. Plain-English, statute-cited.

Common Questions About Texas Family Law