Texas Online Divorce
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Our simple online process makes getting an online divorce in Texas quick, easy and affordable and without the hassle of hiring a lawyer or going to court. We understand that going through a divorce can be a difficult and emotionally taxing experience, which is why we offer a simple and convenient way to take care of everything online.
If you are looking for a reliable online divorce service in Texas, look no further than ReliableDivorce. We have been helping people get divorced since 2007.
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Why Choose Us for Your Texas Online Divorce?
Because you don't like paying more for the same product.
You can pay other online divorce services up to $299 to receive the same completed divorce papers that you would receive from ReliableDivorce.com for just $99. Plus, our $99 price includes the option to schedule a phone conference with the legal professional assigned to your case (your Case Manager) to walk you through each step of the process and answer any questions you may have.
Because you want accurate, up to date divorce papers with a proven track record of acceptance by the court.
Since ReliableDivorce.com was created by divorce attorneys and is operated by divorce attorneys, you receive the same divorce papers that divorce lawyers file with the court every day, but without having to spend thousands of dollars on attorney's fees.
Because you want a single, upfront price and not be hit with hidden fees later down the road.
Many other services start hitting you up for additional fees shortly after you sign up (and after already paying their initial fee). These additional fees often include "storage fees" to maintain your information or monthly charges just so you may continue to access your own documents. However, we will never ask you to pay any additional fees. With ReliableDivorce.com, you will always have unlimited access to your account so that, at any time, you may make changes to your information and generate new documents regardless of how long ago you signed up for our service.
Getting an Online Divorce in Texas
Our Texas online divorce service is designed for spouses who want a simple, fast, and cheap divorce in Texas. The key factor to determine whether an online divorce will work for your situation is that both spouses can agree to the terms of the divorce, including the division of property, division of debts and any child-related issues, if applicable.
ReliableDivorce.com makes the getting a divorce in Texas easy and affordable for virtually every budget. Based on your answers to our questionnaire, we determine all the necessary divorce documents you need and the documents are prepared as required for the court’s approval. We provide you step-by-step written instructions beginning with how to file your divorce forms and all the way through how to finalize your divorce.
We have spent more than 15 years helping people file for and complete their divorce. Unlike many other online divorce services, our services don’t end once you file your initial divorce papers. We also want to make sure you are easily able to finalize your divorce as quickly as Texas divorce law allows. We understand that even with step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process, it can still be overwhelming. That’s why our service continues to provide you support even after you have your completed divorce papers in hand. Included with our service is the option to schedule a phone consultation with your case manager who can answer any questions you may have or even walk you through each step of the process if necessary.
The bottom line is that if you and your spouse can agree on the terms of your divorce, then a Texas online divorce is the fastest, easiest and least expensive option to dissolve your marriage. Whether you have children, own a home or own other property, as long as you and your spouse can reach an agreement on all such issues, then you qualify to handle your divorce online.
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Uncontested Divorce in Texas
An uncontested divorce is one in which both spouses have reached an agreement on all the major issues, such as property division, division of debt, child custody, child support, and spousal support.
A contested divorce in one in which the spouses cannot reach an agreement on the major issues and, as a result, the court will have to decide the final outcome on the disputed issues.
In either type of divorce, the process starts by one spouse filing a divorce petition.
Benefits to an Uncontested Divorce
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Save Money. Spouses save a significant amount of money in an uncontested divorce vs. a contested divorce. Instead of paying the high attorney’s fees that accompany a contested divorce, that money stays in the parties’ pockets.
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Save Time. Because the spouses have already reached an agreement on the important issues, the paperwork is stream-lined and the parties don’t have to spend time attending multiple court hearings and formal negations that can take many months or even years to complete.
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Save Mental Health. Fighting your divorce out in court adds additional stress to an already difficult situation. An uncontested divorce results in a much easier and less stressful legal process.
We created our Texas online divorce service to maximize these benefits. ReliableDivorce.com provides the lowest price online divorce in Texas and with the fastest results. You receive your divorce paperwork immediately after completing our online questionnaire so you can file your divorce today or any other day you choose.
Grounds for a Texas Divorce
When you file for divorce, you must provide a reason why you are seeking to dissolve your marriage (also know as the "grounds for a divorce"). Texas law provides three no-fault grounds and four fault-based grounds for divorce.
No-fault grounds for divorce:
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Insupportability. This means the marriage has become unsustainable because of discord between the spouses or a conflict of personalities and there is no reasonable expectation of reconciliation.
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Live separate and apart for at least three years
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Confinement to a mental institution for at least three years and there is no significant chance of recovery.
Fault-based grounds:
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Adultery – must prove that the infidelity occurred and that it actually led to the breakup of the marriage. Adultery is often difficult to prove since evidence of the affair must come from someone other than the spouses.
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Cruel Treatment - This includes both physical and emotional abuse. However, proving emotional abuse in a court of law is much more difficult than proving physical abuse.
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Abandonment - must prove that the spouse left the marital home, with no intention of returning and has remained gone for more than one year.
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Felony Conviction - to use this ground, the felony conviction must have occurred after the spouses were married, it resulted in at least one year imprisonment and the conviction was not based on the other spouse's testimony.
The vast majority of divorces are based on no-fault grounds primarily because there is very little, if any, benefit to alleging a fault-based ground and often it brings even more emotional turmoil to an already stressful situation. Additionally, because of the difficulty in proving most of the fault-based grounds, attorney's fees can skyrocket just trying to obtain the necessary proof.
How to File for Divorce Without a Lawyer
Texas Residency Requirements:
Pursuant to Texas divorce laws, at least one of the spouses must have lived in the state of Texas for a minimum of 180 days prior to filing a divorce action. [Texas Family Code §6.301].
It’s not difficult to prove residency. For example, any one of the following items will establish residency - a valid state driver’s license, ID card, or voter’s registration card.
Divorce papers should be filed in the District Court in the county where either spouse has resided for at least 90 days. [Texas Family Code §6.301].
Detailed court-filing instructions are included with your completed divorce papers, so that you know how the process works.
It may be necessary to follow up if any issues in your documents arise after you file your initial paperwork. We offer you the flexibility to make small adjustments to your divorce forms at no additional cost when you use our online divorce service. Our online divorce service is designed to make your divorce as easy and stress-free as possible.
Our Texas online divorce service makes it easy to file for divorce without a lawyer. There is no requirement that you have a lawyer to file for divorce in Texas. In fact, in many Texas counties, more than half of all divorces are filed and completed without any lawyer involvement. Once you sign up to use our online divorce service, you simply fill out our online questionnaire to begin your divorce paperwork. It can either be filled out on your own or with your spouse's help. We provide you with all the paperwork needed to file and complete your divorce along with detailed instructions for every step of the process.
The first step of the process is to ensure you meet the state's residency requirements to file for divorce in Texas.
Child Support
Child support is set based on the state-mandated guidelines. Using a Texas child support calculator is best for determining the amount of child support to be paid. The child support calculator uses the child support guidelines prescribed by Texas law. [Texas Family Code §§154.121, 154.122]. In the event that you and your spouse cannot agree on this issue, the court will use the same calculation as the basis for determining the support obligation. Our online divorce service provides you the guidelines and a child support calculator during your questionnaire.
Child support ends at age 18 or until the child graduates from high school, whichever occurs later. [Texas Family Code §§ 101.003, 154.001].
Child Custody and Visitation in Texas
Legal Custody in Texas
Legal custody refers to who makes or participates in the major decisions regarding the raising of the child.
Legal custody is determined based on what is in the child's best interest.
[Texas Family Code §153.002].
Joint Legal Custody is where both parents have the right to participate in making the major decisions affecting the child.
Sole Legal Custody is where only one parent has the right to make decisions affecting the child.
In Texas, joint legal custody is presumed to be in the child's best interest unless proven otherwise. [Texas Family Code §153.001].
Physical Custody in Texas
Physical custody says who the children will primarily reside with and the other parent will have visitation as discussed below.
In Texas, the non-custodial parent generally has the same visitation rights regardless of whether sole custody or joint custody is ordered in the divorce decree. There are exceptions to this general rule of course, such as when there is a history of domestic violence.
Visitation
Visitation can be any schedule agreed upon by both parents and can be changed at any time provided both parents are in agreement. Basically, the parents are in control of visitation provided they both agree to it and it is in the best interest of the child. If the parents cannot reach an agreement on visitation then the court will require the parents to follow a specific schedule that is determined by the court. The state provides guidelines on visitation and many parents find it easier to just go by the standard guideline visitation schedule. This will be explained in more detail in your divorce papers.
Texas Online Divorce Forms
We only use divorce forms that have been approved by the Texas Supreme Court. As a result, our Texas divorce forms are guaranteed to be approved by any Texas court. Our software determines what forms are needed and how to correctly complete the documents based on the answers you provide when completing our online questionnaire. Our software is updated anytime there is a change in the Texas divorce laws. Our service makes getting an online divorce as seamless as possible and at a price that meets every budget.
Texas Divorce - FAQ
How long will my divorce take?
Short Answer: 65-90 days.
Detailed Answer: Texas has a mandatory 60-day waiting period that begins when the initial petition is filed. This means the court cannot finalize any divorce until after this 60-day waiting period has expired. However, the actual time it takes will largely depend on how quickly you and your spouse complete and file all the necessary paperwork and the judge's schedule. Assuming there are no major hurdles, it is reasonable to expect your divorce to be finalized 65-90 days after filing the initial papers.
What documents are needed to file for divorce in Texas?
Short Answer: Original Petition for Divorce and Civil Case Information Sheet.
Detailed Answer: Additional documents are needed if spouses have minor children together. Our online divorce service will provide you all of the forms needed for the entire divorce process along with detailed instructions for every step. If you have any questions along the way, you may also schedule a call with one of our legal professionals who will walk you through the process.
How soon can I get remarried after my divorce is final?
Short Answer: 30 days.
Detailed Answer: Texas has a 30-day mandatory waiting period between finalizing a divorce and when a party may marry another person.
Can I file for divorce in Texas if my spouse lives in another state?
Short Answer: Yes.
Detailed Answer: If your spouse lives outside of Texas, then as long as you satisfy the state's residency requirement, you may file in the state.
How long do I need to live in Texas before I can file for divorce in the state?
Short Answer: 180 days.
Detailed Answer: Texas Residency Requirement: At least one spouse must be a resident of Texas for 180 days prior to filing for divorce. If you have lived in the state for less than 180 days, but your spouse has lived in Texas for at least 180 days, then you may still file for divorce since residency requirement would be met based on your spouse's residency.
Why ReliableDivorce Stands Above Other Divorce Services:
Divorce Attorney Created Documents & Instructions: Our online divorce service, including all our divorce forms, instructions and questionnaires, was founded by and continues to be operated by divorce attorneys.
Instant Divorce Documents: Unlike other online divorce services, you don't have to wait days or even weeks to receive your divorce papers. With ReliableDivorce, your documents are completed in real time so you can file your papers today.
Best Value: At $99, we have the lowest price complete online divorce service on the market. You will never be hit with any of the hidden fees or monthly fees that you find at most other online divorce services.
Dedicated Case Manager: Access to the legal professional assigned to your case who can walk you through every step of the process.
Court-Approved Forms: All our divorce forms are court-approved and guaranteed to be accepted by the court.
100% Money Back Guarantee: We guarantee our forms will be accepted by the court or we will refund 100% of your fee to use our service.
Free Name Change: You may change your name at no additional cost, whether you are going back to a maiden name, or changing to a completely different first, middle and/or last name.
Step-by-Step Instructions: We provide you detailed instructions for every step of the divorce process. If you are unsure or simply anxious about a step, you may schedule a call with your case manager who will walk you through any part of the process and answer any questions you may have.