Porter Family Law Attorneys
Protecting Your Rights & Best Interests
Family law is a broad area of law that deals with a wide variety of issues affecting the daily lives of families. Not only are family-related issues quite complex, but they also have life-changing outcomes, so you’ll want to make sure you approach your case as prepared as you can be.
Come to Bolton Law Firm, where we have experience handling all types of Texas family law cases. Our Porter family lawyers are led by Attorney Ruby Bolton, who is Board-Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Her recognition as an expert in her field is a testament to her drive, focus, and abilities. In fact, fewer than 1% of Texas attorneys hold this certification in family law, so if you want representation that very few other law firms can offer for your case, you’ll want to talk to us.
Give us a call at (936) 297-4668 to schedule your free consultation.
Your Future Deserves Our Focus
Read How We've guided families, and see how we're helping shape stronger tomorrows
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She helped me at two extremely difficult times in my life- the death of my husband and then my mother- to sort through probating their wills. I highly recommend her to anyone.- Patti H.
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Ruby Bolton and the Bolton law firm really showed up for the case my wife had against her ex-husband. From her first visit at consultation to picking up the final draft, she felt like she was in good hands. At the end of all this, my wife was able to get some relief and was able to put her ex in check. We got the passport docs, got it to make it mandatory to take the kids to all their sporting events on his weekend, and his child support was reinstated.- David V.
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I had an amazing experience working with Ben Sander and Kassandra Ramirez during my divorce process. They made everything clear and smooth from start to finish, always taking the time to explain each step and answer any questions I had. Both were extremely responsive and professional, and I always felt supported and informed throughout the entire process. I truly appreciate all their help.- Gabriella P.
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I had a wonderful experience working with Sara Saeed. She provided a very thorough and detailed consultation, making sure all of my questions were answered. Having worked with other attorneys in The Woodlands area before, I truly appreciate Sara’s knowledge, expertise, and the care she brings.- Polina S.
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Paige Pritchard made the process seamless and stress free. Her support on my case put me at ease during the entire filing process. I cannot thank her and David Greer enough for their attention to detail and personal attention they have my case.- Dianie S.
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Rob was very good to answer all my questions and worked hard to keep my case moving even when opposing counsel was slow to respond. While my case was expensive, it was not outside of what I expected to pay. Thank you for the great work.- Jen M.
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I still have another day of trial, but I have already seen Shaunte fight and stand her ground. I wish I would have found her sooner, she has so many strengths and she is the attorney you want on your case even when things seem hopeless, she finds a way to fight. She is not intimidated at all, she is very respectful and caring and in court she knows how to keep fighting for what is right !!! Thank you so much Shaunte. I will forever be grateful for your help.- Lali M.
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Kassandra, my paralegal, kept me updated regularly and was such a great support through the whole process. Attorney Henry and Bolton handled everything with grace and were able to achieve a better outcome than I expected. 100/10 recommend Bolton Law for anything family law related!- Sarah
At Bolton Law, we recognize that our strength lies in the roots we share with our community. Our dedication to serving the people of our area goes beyond the confines of the courtroom. We understand that every legal case we undertake has a broader impact on the neighborhood we all call home. We’re not just practicing law; we’re upholding the values of the community that has entrusted us with their legal needs.
Nationally Recognized Guidance
for Families in Transition
Support for Every Situation
Bolton Law Firm is no stranger to just about any family law matter you can imagine. Thanks to our experience, resources, and leadership, you can bring every family law or divorce case you have to us and find answers and support. No more hopping between law firms to get the counsel you need, not now that you’ve found us.
Let us help you with these case types and more:
How Do You Start the Divorce Process?
There are six main steps to a Texas divorce, including:
- Identify the grounds for divorce: To be granted a divorce, Texas law requires that you identify at least one ground for divorce. “Insupportability,” which is another way of saying you simply cannot get along with each other, will suffice if you don’t have a specific reason.
- File the divorce petition: After choosing the grounds to claim in your divorce papers, you need to file a petition for the dissolution of marriage. The form that you will fill out is known as the original petition for divorce. Under Texas law, to file for divorce, you must have lived in the state of Texas for a minimum of 6 months before filing for divorce, and you need to file in a county that you and your spouse have lived in for at least 90 days.
- Serve your spouse with legal notice: You must provide your spouse with legal notice through an official channel, which usually includes hiring a process server, having your spouse sign a waiver of citation, or through a publication.
- Your spouse’s response: After being served with a legal notice, your spouse will have until the first Monday after 20 days have passed to file a response to your petition. They will have the option to file a counter-petition containing their requests to the court, which could contain entirely different ways to settle custody disputes, property division, etc.
- Waiting period: Unless domestic or family violence is involved, there will be a mandatory 60-day waiting period before the court grants the original petition for divorce to leave room for negotiations.
- Divorce decree: If you and your spouse are able to reach a settlement agreement within the 60-day waiting period, the final hearing will be set, in which you will just have to answer a few questions from the judge before they approve the agreement. However, if you are unable to reach an agreement, the final hearing may consist of a bench trial or a jury trial. After the final hearing, you will receive your decree of divorce.
More Than Representation
A Partnership for Your Future
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Meet With Your Legal TeamFirst meet with your attorney, then your paralegal. We'll schedule regular times to make sure you're informed about the progress of your case.
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Gather All Necessary InformationTogether, we'll go over the documents and information needed for your case in order to be as prepared as possible.
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Prepare Your CaseEach case is different and unique. We will guide you through the whole process as we follow the necessary steps to present and resolve your case.
Call Our Family Law Attorneys in Porter
Matters surrounding family law, including divorce, child custody, and spousal support, are complex, sensitive, and life-changing. That’s why it is important that you reach out to an experienced family law attorney in Porter to help guide you through the process from the beginning.
Locals trust Bolton Law Firm with their cases, and we invite you to learn why firsthand. Talk to us today and discover the difference genuine legal counsel can make.
Get in touch with us today at (936) 297-4668 to schedule a free consultation.
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Compassionate support for every family law matter you face
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Not Just Getting You Through We don’t just handle your case, we help you rebuild your life with confidence