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Showing 9 family law attorneys in DeSoto, TX
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Perez Collazo Law Firm PLLC
208 Dalton Dr, DeSoto, TX 75115
(817) 366-2380
perezcollazolawfirm.com
Lorenzo Brown & Associates
1700 N Hampton Rd #104, DeSoto, TX 75115
(972) 224-7555
lorenzobrownlaw.com
Gwendolyn E. Hunt, Attorney at Law
2010 N Hampton Rd Ste 400, DeSoto, TX 75115
(214) 330-4465
gehunt.com
Zachariah Law Firm
1130 N Westmoreland Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115
(214) 702-1341
zachariahlaw.com
The Law Office of Nicole N. Walker
1801 N Hampton Rd Suite 276, DeSoto, TX 75115
(469) 862-4002
nnwlawoffice.com
Janet Boyanton Law Office
211 Executive Way, DeSoto, TX 75115
(972) 298-6111
Thelma Clardy Law Office
1801 N Hampton Rd #456, DeSoto, TX 75115
(972) 298-6001
clardylaw.com
Legal Aid Society of Texas
509 Sharp Dr, DeSoto, TX 75115
(214) 352-5757
Law Office of Taryn N. Walker, PLLC
1636 N Hampton Rd #215, DeSoto, TX 75115
(469) 656-8835
What Does a Family Law Attorney in DeSoto Cost?
Family law attorney costs in Texas vary widely by case complexity and attorney experience. Many attorneys charge an hourly rate between $250 and $500 per hour. Some offer flat fees for uncontested divorces starting around $2,500. Retainers for contested cases often range from $3,000 to $10,000 or more. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the residency requirements for divorce in DeSoto Texas?
To file for divorce in Texas you or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least six months and in the county where you file for at least 90 days. This applies to DeSoto residents filing in Dallas County.
How is child custody determined in Texas family court?
Texas uses the term conservatorship for custody. Courts prioritize the best interest of the child and often award joint managing conservatorship unless evidence shows it would harm the child. A standard possession order provides a minimum parenting time schedule.
What factors affect child support amounts in Texas?
Texas child support is based on the noncustodial parents net resources and number of children. For one child the guideline is 20 percent of net resources. The court can adjust for special needs or other circumstances.