Uncontested Divorce

The cost of divorce in Montgomery County or Harris County does not have to be expensive. In an uncontested divorce, for example, the parties have agreed in advance how to divide marital property, allocate debts, arrange for custody of minor children, and set child and spousal support.

Important points to remember in an uncontested divorce:

  • Does your attorney represent and go to court with you? Some people think they are hiring an attorney and at the end of the day all they get is a pile of paper.
  • Even though it is uncontested, a divorce is still a divorce which is litigation. The case name is You v. Spouse and it is unethical for one attorney to represent both sides to a lawsuit. Your attorney can represent you, but they can not give legal advice to your spouse even in an uncontested situation.

Package #1

Can be finalized in 61 days

  • No Children
  • No Property
  • No Debts
  • If you own any property
  • If you have children 
  • If you have debts

$1,000

Package #2

When you don't fit Package #1

  • If you have children
  • If you have property
  • If either of you have debts
  • If you have retirement assets
  • Either of you can't agree

$2,500


Filing Fees & Other Costs

The fees above are the legal fees. The District Clerk charges a filing fee of just under $300 to file a divorce case. 

What You Get

When I represent you in an uncontested divorce I walk you through the entire process and take care of all the drafting and court work. I answer all your questions and take care of everything so you don't get caught off guard by surprises later on.

If you decide to try it without an uncontested divorce attorney, then you might learn some things from my posts below:

Lack of Evidence Reverses an Uncontested Divorce
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Mediation Before Divorce Can End Up Costing You More
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Don’t Let This Life Insurance Divorce Mistake Cost You $8,390.93
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How To Accidentally Lose Half Your Retirement in a Divorce
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Don’t Lose Your Chance For No Fault Divorce in The Woodlands
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An Overlooked Divorce Mediation Requirement? How to Protect Yourself
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Are You Common Law Married in Texas?
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Is a Soldier Stationed in Texas a Resident?
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The Pro Se Docket on Nov. 2
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The Woodlands Divorce Guide
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Answer the Petition or Face the Risks
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Divorce and Out of State Spouses
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Required Disclosure in Houston Divorce
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Required Disclosure in Montgomery County Divorce
Each divorce and family law court in Montgomery County and Harris County have their own rules concerning which items must[...]
When You Have Been Served With A Divorce Citation
Sometimes both spouses agree to a divorce. Other times one spouse decides to move forward with the divorce on their[...]
Montgomery County Standing Orders, Part 6
The Montgomery County Divorce Courts have automatic orders that go into effect for every divorce suit and every suit affecting[...]
Montgomery County Standing Orders, Part 5
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Montgomery County Standing Orders, Part 4
The District Courts and County Courts of Montgomery County have automatic orders that go into effect for every divorce suit[...]
Montgomery County Standing Orders, Part 3
The District Courts and County Courts of Montgomery County have automatic orders that go into effect for every divorce suit[...]
Montgomery County Standing Orders, Part 2
The District Courts and County Courts of Montgomery County have automatic orders that go into effect for every divorce suit[...]
Montgomery County Standing Orders, Part 1
The District Courts and County Courts of Montgomery County have automatic orders that go into effect for every divorce suit[...]
An End to the 60 Day Waiting Period?
Families that have gone through divorce in The Woodlands are familiar with the 60 day waiting period. If this is[...]
Is Mandatory Marriage Counseling in Your Future?
It is not here yet, but a bill has been introduced in the Texas legislature to require that every person[...]
The Mandatory Waiting Period
Many families going through divorce in The Woodlands ask "How soon can my divorce be final?" Texas divorce law requires[...]
Grounds for Divorce: Insupportability
In addition to residency requirements for filing for divorce in The Woodlands, the spouse seeking divorce must claim a reason[...]
Can You File for Divorce: Residency
There is a residency requirement before you can file for divorce in The Woodlands. The Texas code requires that either[...]
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