Frequently Asked Questions

The following FAQs are provided to help you find quick answers to common questions. If you do not find the answers you are looking for on this page, feel free to contact a Houston divorce lawyer at 713-802-1777 or submit your question online.

• May I withhold visitation because my spouse will not pay child support?
• May I stop paying child support because my spouse will not give me my visitation and access?
• Does it matter who files for divorce first?
• What percentage of Texas divorce cases are settled versus tried to the court?
• How long does a divorce take?
• At what age can a child decide with whom they want to live?
• Can I do it myself?
• Does a spouse have to prove fault on the part of the other spouse to obtain a divorce?
• Can I use electronic surveillance to catch my cheating spouse?
• May I record conversations with my spouse?
• Do Texas courts divide property 50/50?
• What happens to my retirement benefits in divorce?
• What if my spouse controls all of our money?
• What if my spouse has been violent with me?
• Can I get court-ordered alimony in Texas?

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