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Family Lawyers Pearland

Family Law & Estate Planning Attorney

When facing a family law, estate law or other legal matter, it is important to work with an experienced attorney who can help you understand your options and protect your interests. At The Powell Law Firm, we have more than 20 years of experience protecting people in Pearland, Houston and the surrounding area in Texas.

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Family Law Services Backed By Experience

Family law matters can be complex and contentious enough. Your attorney should be a force of reason who minimizes the stress and conflict while finding efficient solutions.

At The Powell Law Firm, our lawyers have more than 20 years of experience and a commitment to helping clients resolve their family law disputes as amicably and quickly as possible. Serving clients in Pearland, Houston and the surrounding area in Texas, we provide representation in all family law matters, including:

Divorce : Our experience means we are well-positioned to handle every case, from simple, uncontested divorces to the most complex, high-asset divorces. Our commitment is to look out for your interests through every phase of the process.

Property division : The law calls for a division of property that is equitable, but not necessarily equal. Our attorneys are dedicated to protecting your assets.

Spousal maintenance : Spousal maintenance is not automatic in Texas, even after a long marriage. A spouse must meet specific legal requirements before a court can order it.

Conservatorship : More commonly known as child custody, conservatorship addresses the roles that parents will play in their children’s lives following divorce. We also help unmarried parents with conservatorship issues related to paternity actions.

Modifications : Our law firm can assist with changes to conservatorship arrangements, child support payments, alimony payments and more.

Domestic violence : Victims of domestic violence can turn to us for immediate assistance in obtaining protective orders and other forms of relief.

Paternity actions : When unwed parents seek to legalize their rights and obligations to their children, it is necessary to establish paternity. We can help.

Adoption : Our lawyers provide guidance in adoptions of all kinds, including stepparent adoptions and termination of parental rights.

You Have Been Served: What Happens Next?

If you were unexpectedly served with divorce papers, you might be scared and confused. What happens next?

You need to act quickly. When it comes to divorce, you simply cannot procrastinate. Read the divorce papers right away. Make a note of the orders that your spouse wants the judge to make. Also, look for any restraining orders or hearing dates.

Texas does not use a simple 20-day deadline. Your answer is usually due by 10:00 a.m. on the Monday after 20 days have passed from the day you were served. The papers you received will state your deadline with that wording. If you fail to do so, your spouse can finish the divorce without you.

You will likely have questions. That’s when you should hire a lawyer. A family law attorney can help you understand your legal options and give you the advice you need to get the best outcome possible in your divorce case.

Why You Need a Texas Family Law Attorney

A divorce is a major legal matter. It is essentially a lawsuit from one spouse to another. However, not all divorcing parties take the process seriously. They think they can easily handle the process on their own.

They can’t. Divorces consist of many elements. They can be highly complicated, even if you do not have children involved.

Getting divorced is a major decision. It is an emotional process. Make sure you have someone on your side who can guide you through the process and help you understand your legal rights. Here are some reasons why you need a family law attorney on your side:

  • They understand the laws. The laws regarding marriage and divorce vary from state to state. There are so many laws to consider when it comes to asset and debt division, child custody, child support, and alimony. You need someone who understands Texas law and can help you get the best outcome possible.
  • They can file the necessary documentation. There are a lot of legal documents involved in a divorce. These documents all must be filed on time as well. There are various processes involved, and your lawyer is familiar with everything they need to do by certain deadlines. This takes the pressure off you.
  • They can help with child custody. Child custody is often a contentious issue. Both parents have a right to custody of their children. Your lawyer can help you avoid major conflicts.
  • They can prove your alimony case. Think you have a right to alimony? Your lawyer can assess your financial situation and help you prove your case.
  • They can protect you. If abuse is an issue in your divorce, your lawyer can keep you safe by implementing certain protection orders.
  • They can ensure everything is included. Your lawyer has the experience to know what elements need to be included in your divorce. When your final divorce decree is issued, they can make sure nothing is missed. When something is forgotten, this can lead to arguments. Your lawyer can give you peace of mind.

Do Not Take A Scorched Earth Approach

While many law firms take a “scorched earth” approach, focusing on perpetuating the contentious battles that can arise in divorce, our lawyers take a “marital surgery” approach. We keep the value of the assets in mind during a divorce to make sure we aren’t wasting our client’s money for minimal increase. We resolve conflicts through family law mediation whenever possible and we always work toward the most efficient, amicable resolution method available.

Have questions? Check out these frequently asked questions about family law.

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For most legal matters, it is important to get a lawyer involved right away. Call 832-850-6095 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.

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  • “I wanted to take the time to thank you [John Powell III] for helping me through a tough time in my life. Your guidance and voice of reason really helped me more than you will ever know. I had a previous attorney that I felt could have really cared less about me or the situation. Once on board with you, I felt an immediate difference and I was thankful for your quick response. I could not have finished this process without you and I am glad you were able to have so much hands on time with me. Again, thank you for everything you did for me and my son!”

    (S.R.)

  • “John Powell III was very helpful through the entire process of my divorce which involved a custody fight over my 3-year-old daughter. Mr. Powell has a strong working rapport with the Brazoria County family court. He was very patient, walking me through every step, knowing what to expect from my wife's attorney. We were ultimately successful and I would highly recommend him. As for my daughter, she is doing great. She has advanced to the preschool 2 class early, she is now 3.5 and now goes to school with the 4-5 year old's. Her emotional and behavioral issues have disappeared. Thanks to Mr. Powell's hard work my daughter will have a great chance at life.”

    (K.K.)

  • “Just wanted to say thanks for handling my post-divorce property division issue in a timely and professional manner. Especially your attention to detail and some quick-witted humor as well. Your firm was referred to us by a friend which can always be somewhat awkward but you made us feel at ease through the entire process. I would not hesitate to recommend your firm to anyone if the need arises.”

    (J.B.)

  • “Dear Mr. Powell: I want to thank you for your great service and express my gratitude. I am extremely pleased how everything was handled and I have the highest possible opinion about your professionalism, the quality of your service and your attitude toward me as a client. Thank you again, best regards.”

    (M.K.S.)

  • “I had what I learned was not your stereotypical divorce case. John Powell III was extremely understanding of the situation and worked with myself and my former spouse to navigate the legal pitfalls in our, and our children's case. Everything was resolved amicably and with minimal impact to our family. Without Mr. Powell's assistance I do not know that we would have gotten to such a positive place.”

    (A.W.)

  • “John Powell III is a compassionate and thorough attorney. My case was a complex custody issue that required work in two wide-spread counties. Mr. Powell was able to efficiently overcome this added challenge. He is patient and clear in explaining concepts of the law. Even after the case was closed, Mr. Powell was available to explain the final judgment and to help ensure we were following the Judge's intent. It is very comforting to know that if additional issues arise he is there to act as my advocate.”

    (R.T.)

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