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Custody, divorce, child support, and modification matters heard in Tarrant County’s family district courts.
Family Law in Tarrant County
What Fort Worth Clients Should Know
Our attorneys handle family law matters for clients throughout Fort Worth and greater Tarrant County, with attention to local court procedure, filing requirements, and timelines. Below are specific, checkable facts relevant to family law cases in Texas.
- Texas is a no-fault divorce state, but a Fort Worth spouse can also file on fault grounds such as adultery or cruelty under Texas Family Code Chapter 6.
- Texas courts use the Standard Possession Order (Texas Family Code § 153.312) as the default custody/visitation template unless the parties or the court order something different.
- Texas child support guidelines (Family Code § 154.125) generally calculate the obligor’s support as a percentage of net monthly income based on the number of children.
- Tarrant County family law cases are commonly filed and heard in the county’s family district courts, with many proceedings taking place at the George Allen Courts Building in downtown Fort Worth.
General legal information only, not legal advice for your specific situation — laws and local procedures change, so confirm current requirements with an attorney before acting.
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What courts handle family law cases in Fort Worth?
Tarrant County family law matters, including divorce, custody, and child support, are generally filed in the county’s family district courts, often heard at the George Allen Courts Building.
How is child support calculated in Texas?
Texas Family Code § 154.125 sets guideline child support as a percentage of the paying parent’s net monthly income, scaled by the number of children, with adjustments possible for specific circumstances.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested family law matter?
Texas does not require an attorney for uncontested matters, but even simple-seeming agreements can have long-term consequences (tax, property, or support implications), so many Fort Worth residents still choose a brief attorney review before filing.
What is mediation and is it required in Tarrant County?
Mediation is a structured negotiation process with a neutral third party. Many Tarrant County family courts require or strongly encourage mediation before a contested custody or divorce case proceeds to trial.
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