Katy Texas Divorce and Separation 

Filing for Divorce and Separation

In order to file for divorce in Katy Texas one of the spouses must have resided in Texas for 6 months prior to filing and 90 days prior to filing in the county where the divorce is filed.  There is a 60-day waiting period after filing before a divorce will be granted.

Since Texas is a no fault state, divorce in Katy will be granted upon a showing that: 

• The marriage has become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities that has destroyed the legitimate ends of the marriage relationship and prevents any reasonable expectation of reconciliat
• Living separate and apart without cohabitation for three years
• Adultery
• Abandonment
• Cofinement for incurable insantity for 3 years
• Conviction of a felony and imprisonment for over 1 year
• Cruel and inhuman treatment

If you are a resident of Katy Texas and need a legal divorce lawyer to help you file for divorce please contact the Adams Law Firm.

Divorce Mediation Katy Texas

The state of Texas promotes amicable and non-judicial settlements of issues regarding children and families. Upon written agreement of the spouses or the court's own decision, the court may refer the divorce proceeding to mediation. The mediated settlement of the case is binding if it is signed by the spouses, any attorneys of the spouses, and provides that the agreement is not subject to revocation. In addition, upon request, the court can order both spouses to consult a marriage counselor.   At the Adams Law Firm in Katy Texas a divorce mediator lawyer can assist you through the process 

Separation Attorney Katy Texas

Legal separation is when both parties have decided for a variety of reasons, to live separately.  A legal separation agreement offers many of the same benefits and protections as divorce, such as child custody agreements and support, spousal maintenance and debt division. A legal separation may be advisable if the parties are not certain they want a divorce or there are extensive financial or property issues that need to be resolved.  Contact a separation or divorce lawyer to file for separation at the Katy Texas Adams Law Firm