I need some advice! I am about to head down the divorce path but don't know where to start. Can anyone recommend an attorney/lawyer who helped you that also won't charge me an arm and a leg. My "husband" and I are on fairly good terms but I still need a lawyer who will handel child support and custody issues that come up.
M.,
My best friend is a family law attorney (her husband is in co-practice with her) and she has handled many of my friend's cases. She's very efficient and professional; will get things done for you ASAP. Here's her information:
McMurry & McMurry
A. McMurry, Attorney At Law
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Good Luck,
A. (yes, my name is A., too, but not the same A.)
I'm sorry to hear about your situation M., but sometimes it's for the best. I went down that path nearly 2 years ago.
My attorney was Chad Neal and he is fair and reasonable. We had a non-contested divorce as well. I only have his e-mail handy at ____@____.com look him up in Flower Mound.
Also, I have since met a wonderful girl/woman named Leesa Logan who does family law. I really like her and she's all about helping women! Call her at ###-###-####. Tell her I sent you.
If you live anywhere near me (Flower Mound) let me know. I have a great circle of single mom friends (actually spread around from N. Dallas to Keller) with young children. We have fun together with and without the kids! ;o)
Blessings,
S.
M.,
all i know is that my ex and i were on decent terms enought to manage without an attorney, because custody and child support is outlined by law in the state of Texas, there is no negotiation unless the other parent is unfit in some way that you would have to prove. Most attorneys will tell you at the initial consultation that unless there is property of some sort to negotiate, then you dont need to reatain an attorney...fyi retainer fees are in the thousands.
I used a document agency for 250, and it is about 229 to file with the court. it worked for us because the child was the only thing we needed to work out and for us we try very hard to work together for her sake. it sounds like both you and your husband can make custody work for your son and his best interest. hope this helps. sorry for the split, it hurts no matter what.
K.
M., I would recommend Albin Harrison Roach in Plano, Texas. ###-###-#### They do not charge as much as most firms in Plano. They are great with family law. Best wishes...
I hate to hear anyone needing a divorce attorney but I completely understand! We have a friend who is a family law attorney - Curtis Harrison with Frisco Law (friscolaw.com) - he is honest and fair!
D. Alford
My dad is a family lawyer and has been for probably 30 years (or more). He does work with child support and custody issues. He is located in Dallas near Preston Center (NW Hwy/Tollway)
Irv W. Queal, 8117 Preston Road, #800 Preston Commons West, Dallas, TX, 75225, ###-###-####
Good luck in your situation.
I am sorry what you are going through, It's not easy. I just went through it 6 months ago. Just make sure that your attorney/lawyer is on your side and keep a journal and write down everything that happens between you and your ex to be.
Good Luck!
