New post: Starting Your Divorce: A Step-by-Step Guide for Houston, Texas Residents - When a marriage reaches the point where reconciliation seems impossible, many couples face the daunting question: "What happens next?" The divorce process can feel overwhelming, but knowing the initial steps can help you move forward with confidence. Here's what you need to know about beginning divorce proceedings in Houston, Texas.
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YOUR FIRST STEP: FILING THE DIVORCE PETITION
After you've made the difficult decision to end your marriage and secured legal representation, the first formal action is filing a divorce petition with the court. This document officially initiates your case and sets the legal process in motion.
WHERE SHOULD YOU FILE?
Texas law requires that the divorce petition be filed in the county where one spouse has maintained residence for at least 90 days. This residency requirement is surprisingly straightforward – you don't need to have lived there for years, just three months.
KEY RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR HOUSTON DIVORCE FILINGS:
* One spouse must have lived in Texas for at least 6 months
* That same spouse (or the other spouse) must have lived in the county where you're filing for at least 90 days
It's worth noting that where you got married has no bearing on where you can fil...
