Going through a divorce is hard. There are many legal and logistical challenges. You may be wondering if a divorce case will land you in court. In Texas, the answer is “it depends.” A full trial is not required in most cases. Indeed, if both spouses can agree on all major issues.
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Can My Spouse and I Use the Same Lawyer?
In Texas, spouses generally cannot use the same lawyer in a family law case due to a conflict of interest. A lawyer owes a duty of loyalty and confidentiality to their client. Of course, that makes representing both sides ethically highly problematic.