How to Start the Divorce Process
An Austin family lawyer can help you file for divorce!
In order to begin the divorce process, one party will be required to file an Original Petition for Divorce in the appropriate county. Eligibility requirements state that you must be a resident of our state for at least 6 months, and have lived in the county where you will be filing for at least 90 days, before submitting the paperwork. After filing, the opposing party will be served with the Original Petition for Divorce.
Have you made the decision to get a divorce or have you been served with divorce papers? If you are seeking a divorce, your interests will be best served by obtaining the representation of a competent Austin divorce attorney. If you have been served with an Original Petition for Divorce, it is vitally important that speak with your attorney as soon as possible, as there are legal deadlines that you will not want to miss with regard to filing a counter petition. Your legal counsel will go over all of the details, based on your particular circumstances, and inform you of your countering options.
Divorce Attorney Representing Clients in Austin, TX
The act of filing for divorce starts the countdown towards the date that the proceedings can be finalized. State law provides for a mandatory 60-day waiting period between the date of filing and the date the Court can grant your divorce. While you wait for this period to expire, important issues may arise, which need to be swiftly addressed. What can you do during this time period? If you need immediate resolution for matters like child custody and
child support or
property division problems, we can file for temporary orders. Temporary orders are rules that are set in place by the Court which govern your children and property until your divorce is finalized. Temporary orders may be appropriate in the following situations:
- If your spouse is trying to kick you out of the house
- If your spouse is attempting to kidnap your child
- If your spouse has shut off the electricity and/or utilities to your house
- If your spouse is liquidating your assets in anticipation of a divorce
- If your spouse has abused you or your children
The divorce attorneys of Zinda & Davis PLLC are extremely well versed and experienced in cases pertaining to divorce laws and procedures. We are prepared to inform you of your legal options and proceed in a manner that aligns with your best interests to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family.
Contact an Austin divorce lawyer
if you or someone you care about needs effective advice or representation for a divorce.