Divorce, Custody, Support, and Family Law Modifications in Central Texas Counties
Family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, and modifications can feel overwhelming, but understanding your rights and options is the first step toward protecting your future.
Whether you live in Travis County, Bexar County, Hays County, Atascosa County, Comal County, or any of the surrounding counties, the local courts follow Texas family law—but every courthouse and judge may have slightly different procedures and expectations. That’s why having legal support that knows your county matters.
Divorce in Central Texas: A Legal and Emotional Journey
Divorce is not just a legal process—it’s an emotional turning point that can impact nearly every area of your life. Whether you’re initiating the process or responding to a spouse’s filing, you may be experiencing grief, fear, anger, or uncertainty about the future. These feelings are normal, and you’re not alone.
While all these counties in Central Texas follow the same Texas Family Code, each courthouse has its own procedures, timelines, and judicial preferences. Having local legal counsel can ease some of the uncertainty and help you feel supported, not just legally, but personally.
Your divorce may involve decisions about property division, spousal maintenance, and—if you have children—custody and support. These aren’t just legal terms; they represent real changes to your daily life and future. At Denis Law Group, we’re here to guide you through both the legal steps and the emotional weight of each decision, helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Child Custody: Understanding Possession and Conservatorship
Texas courts focus on the best interests of the child when determining custody, known legally as conservatorship. Parents may be appointed:
- Joint Managing Conservators (JMC) – sharing decision-making responsibilities, or
- Sole Managing Conservators (SMC) – with one parent having exclusive rights in key areas.
If you’re in Bexar, Travis, or any surrounding county, a Standard Possession Order (SPO) often guides physical custody. Courts in central Texas Counties are increasingly open to customizing possession schedules if both parents agree.
Child Support in Travis, Bexar, Hays, Atascosa, and Comal Counties
Child support is based on state guidelines and is typically paid by the parent who doesn’t have primary custody. The percentages of net monthly income are:
- 20% for one child
- 25% for two children
- 30% for three, and so on.
Whether you’re in New Braunfels, San Antonio, Austin, San Marcos, or Jourdanton, enforcement is strict, and support orders are typically managed through the Texas Attorney General’s Child Support Division.
Post-Divorce Modifications: When Life Changes
If your custody arrangement, child support, or visitation schedule no longer fits your current reality, you may qualify for a modification. This is common when:
- A parent relocates
- A child’s needs change
- A job loss or income change occurs
Courts in Travis and Bexar Counties often require mediation before a final hearing is scheduled. In Hays, Atascosa, and Comal Counties, showing a material and substantial change in circumstances is required to proceed.
Why Local Legal Knowledge Matters
Every Texas county has its own unique courthouse culture. The way judges in Comal, Hays, Travis, Bexar, and Atascosa Counties approach family law cases can vary, and understanding those nuances can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. At Denis Law Group, our attorneys stay informed about local rules, judicial expectations, and courtroom procedures. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism so that our reputation, preparation, and knowledge work to your advantage.
Whether you’re dealing with a divorce, seeking to establish or enforce custody or child support, or requesting a modification, your goals should be clear, and your legal strategy should reflect the unique needs of your family and your jurisdiction.
Take the First Step Toward Resolution
We help families across Central Texas find long-term solutions with clarity and compassion. If you’re preparing for a family law case in:
- Austin (Travis County)
- San Antonio (Bexar County)
- San Marcos or Kyle (Hays County)
- Jourdanton or Pleasanton (Atascosa County)
- New Braunfels (Comal County)
Denis Law Group is here and ready to help you move forward with confidence.