Burnet County Divorce Lawyers
Helping You Through the Divorce Process
Divorce is a difficult process, and it can be made even more challenging when you don’t have the right legal representation. At Cofer & Connelly, PLLC, we are dedicated to making the divorce process as smooth as possible for our clients. Our Burnet County divorce lawyers are here to help you understand your rights and options and to guide you through the process from start to finish.
Call (512) 991-0576 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our team today.
How to File for Divorce in Burnet County
Before you can file for divorce in Burnet County, you must meet the residency requirements. At least one spouse must have lived in Texas for at least six months and in Burnet County for at least 90 days. If you meet these requirements, you can file for divorce in Burnet County.
To file for divorce in Burnet County, you must take the following steps:
- File the petition: The first step in the divorce process is to file a petition with the Burnet County District Clerk. The petition will outline the grounds for divorce and the relief you are seeking.
- Serve your spouse: After you file the petition, you must serve your spouse with a copy of the petition and a citation.
- Wait for a response: After your spouse has been served, he or she will have a certain amount of time to respond. If your spouse does not respond, the court may grant a default judgment.
- Attend mediation: Before your case goes to trial, you and your spouse will be required to attend mediation. During mediation, you will work with a neutral third party to try to reach an agreement on the terms of your divorce. If you are able to reach an agreement, you will not have to go to trial.
- Go to trial: If you and your spouse are unable to reach an agreement, your case will go to trial. At trial, the judge will hear evidence and make a decision on the terms of your divorce.
- Finalize the divorce: After the judge has made a decision, you will need to prepare a final decree of divorce. The final decree will outline the terms of your divorce, including child custody, child support, and property division. Once the final decree is signed, your divorce will be final.
At Cofer & Connelly, PLLC, we understand that the divorce process can be overwhelming. Our Burnet County divorce attorneys are here to guide you through the process and to help you make informed decisions every step of the way.
What Are the Grounds for Divorce?
In Texas, you can file for divorce based on fault or no-fault grounds. If you file for divorce based on fault grounds, you will need to prove that your spouse is at fault for the divorce. If you file for divorce based on no-fault grounds, you will not need to prove that your spouse is at fault for the divorce.
The grounds for divorce in Texas include:
- Insupportability: You can file for divorce based on insupportability if you and your spouse have experienced a conflict of personalities that has destroyed the marriage and there is no reasonable expectation of reconciliation.
- Adultery: You can file for divorce based on adultery if your spouse has cheated on you.
- Cruelty: You can file for divorce based on cruelty if your spouse has treated you in a way that makes it impossible to continue living together.
- Conviction of a felony: You can file for divorce if your spouse has been convicted of a felony and has been in prison for at least one year.
- Abandonment: You can file for divorce based on abandonment if your spouse has left you for at least one year.
- Living apart: You can file for divorce if you and your spouse have lived apart for at least three years.
At Cofer & Connelly, PLLC, we understand that every divorce is unique. Our Burnet County divorce lawyers will take the time to understand your situation and help you determine the best grounds for divorce based on your circumstances.
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