Texas follows community property rules, meaning most assets and debts acquired during marriage are owned equally by both spouses, and divorcing couples must navigate property division, child custody, and support under the Texas Family Code. Whether your case involves contested litigation or collaborative negotiation, having an attorney familiar with Texas courts and local procedures can affect the outcome significantly.
1. Diggs & Sadler
Founder: Cindy Diggs
Founded: 1995
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Phone: (713) 766-5355
Website: https://www.texasadvocates.com
Office Locations:
- Houston: 5300 Memorial Drive, Suite 900, Houston, TX 77007 | (713) 766-5355
- Austin: 9600 N Mopac Expy, Suite 775, Austin, TX 78759 | (713) 766-5355
Practice Areas: Divorce, child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, property division, adoption, probate, employment law, civil appeals
Firm Size: 11 attorneys
Fee Structure: Hourly billing; costs vary based on case complexity and attorney experience
Languages: English
About the Firm: Diggs & Sadler has focused on family law in Houston since 1995, building more than 125 years of combined experience across its attorney team. Founder Cindy Diggs is Board Certified in both Family Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by only a small percentage of Texas attorneys. The firm handles a wide range of divorce matters, from uncontested separations to high-conflict contested cases involving mental health concerns, substance abuse allegations, and complex asset structures. Diggs & Sadler is experienced in international family law disputes, frequently representing foreign nationals and clients whose spouses reside abroad. The firm prepares every case as if it will proceed to trial, using that preparation as a foundation for strong settlement negotiations. Attorneys at the firm have regularly appeared on Super Lawyers lists and received recognition from Texas Monthly Magazine and H Texas Magazine.
2. Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP
Managing Partner: Richard Orsinger
Founded: Not publicly disclosed
Headquarters: Dallas, TX
Phone: (214) 273-2400
Website: https://ondafamilylaw.com
Office Locations:
- Dallas: 5950 Sherry Lane, Suite 800, Dallas, TX 75225 | (214) 273-2400
- Frisco: 2600 Network Blvd, Suite 200, Frisco, TX 75034 | (972) 963-5459
- San Antonio: 310 S. Saint Mary’s Street, Suite 2600, San Antonio, TX 78205 | (210) 225-5567
Practice Areas: Divorce, child custody, property division, child support, spousal support, collaborative divorce, high-net-worth divorce, adoption, marital agreements, mediation, arbitration, appellate matters
Firm Size: 21 attorneys (14 partners, 7 associates)
Fee Structure: Moderate pricing range; specific fee details available upon consultation
Languages: English
About the Firm: Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP (ONDA) operates exclusively in family law and has concentrated solely on this practice for more than 30 years. Every partner at the firm is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and name partner Richard Orsinger holds dual board certifications in Family Law and Civil Appellate Law. ONDA holds Tier 1 rankings in Family Law for Dallas/Fort Worth and San Antonio in the U.S. News/Best Lawyers Best Law Firms guide. In 2025, the firm was again recognized nationally for appellate and family law matters, marking 14 consecutive years on the Best Law Firms list. The firm maintains offices in Dallas, Frisco, and San Antonio, providing coverage across the state for complex divorce, custody, and high-asset cases. For 2026, 18 of the firm’s attorneys were named to Best Lawyers in America or Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
3. Connatser Family Law
Founder: Aubrey M. Connatser
Founded: 2013
Headquarters: Dallas, TX
Phone: (214) 617-1583
Website: https://www.connatserfamilylaw.com
Office Locations:
- Dallas: 2919 Welborn Street, Dallas, TX 75219 | (214) 617-1583
Practice Areas: Divorce, child custody, child support, complex property division, asset tracing, pre- and post-marital agreements, paternity, modifications, collaborative law, mediation
Firm Size: 7 attorneys
Fee Structure: Not publicly disclosed; consultations available to discuss fee arrangements
Languages: English
About the Firm: Connatser Family Law was founded in 2013 by Aubrey M. Connatser, who was among the youngest Texas attorneys to become Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, achieving that certification in 2006 at age 30. The firm handles only divorce and family law cases, allowing its attorneys to develop deep expertise in Texas family court proceedings. The firm has four attorneys who are Board Certified Family Law Specialists, a designation held by a small fraction of Texas family lawyers. Connatser Family Law has been recognized among the Best Family Law Firms in North Texas by Best Lawyers and has been listed in U.S. News and World Report and Texas Super Lawyers for multiple years. The firm has experience with complex business-related divorce cases, high-asset property division, and collaborative law alternatives to litigation. Attorneys at the firm have participated in pro bono work through the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program.
4. The Larson Law Office, PLLC
Founder: Erik V. Larson
Founded: 2009
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Phone: (713) 221-9088
Website: https://thelarsonlawoffice.com
Office Locations:
- Houston: 440 Louisiana Street, Suite 956, Houston, TX 77002 | (713) 221-9088
Practice Areas: Divorce, contested and uncontested divorce, alimony, asset division, child custody, child support, visitation, estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, business law
Firm Size: 2 attorneys
Fee Structure: Free initial phone consultation available
Languages: English
About the Firm: The Larson Law Office, PLLC was established in 2009 by Erik V. Larson and Diana Panian Larson, both of whom have practiced family law for more than 20 years. Both founding attorneys hold AV Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and 10.0 Superb ratings on Avvo, reflecting peer recognition for ethical standards and legal ability. The firm serves clients throughout Harris County and the greater Houston area, including Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston, and Liberty Counties. The firm handles both contested and uncontested divorces and advises clients on the full range of related issues including property division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements. In addition to family law, the firm maintains an estate planning practice that allows divorce clients to update wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations following a separation. The firm has been an Accredited Member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating since 2010.
5. Cordell & Cordell – Dallas Office
Founder: Joseph E. Cordell
Founded: 1990
Headquarters: Dallas, TX (Dallas office)
Phone: (972) 490-3237
Website: https://cordellcordell.com
Office Locations:
- Dallas: 13727 Noel Road, Suite 1050, Dallas, TX 75240 | (972) 490-3237
Practice Areas: Divorce, child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, asset and property division, collaborative divorce, mediation, legal separation, modification of decrees
Firm Size: More than 200 attorneys nationally across 100+ offices
Fee Structure: Consultation available; fee details provided during intake
Languages: English
About the Firm: Cordell & Cordell was founded in 1990 by Joseph E. Cordell and his wife Yvonne, and has grown into a national family law firm with more than 100 offices across 30 states and offices in the United Kingdom. The Dallas office, located in the Galleria area at 13727 Noel Road, serves clients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The firm handles all aspects of divorce and family law, including property division, custody disputes, spousal maintenance, and post-decree modifications. In Texas, Cordell & Cordell maintains offices in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, League City, Austin, The Woodlands, and San Antonio. The firm offers mediation as an alternative to contested litigation when appropriate for the circumstances of the case. Managing Partner Julianne Morgan oversees the Dallas office operations and client representation.
Texas divorce law is governed by the Texas Family Code. Texas is a community property state, which generally means that property and debts acquired during the marriage are owned jointly by both spouses, though separate property (owned before marriage or received as a gift or inheritance) is excluded from division. A no-fault divorce is available under the Texas Family Code based on the ground of insupportability, meaning neither spouse needs to prove wrongdoing. Texas imposes a mandatory 60-day waiting period from the date of filing before a divorce decree can be entered. Divorcing spouses must resolve all issues related to property division, child custody, conservatorship, visitation schedules, and child and spousal support before or during the final hearing. Texas courts use the “best interest of the child” standard when determining custody and visitation arrangements.
The firms listed on this page represent a selection of divorce and separation practices operating across Texas. Each firm’s details, including office locations, phone numbers, practice areas, and background information, are based on publicly available data verified at the time of publication. Inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Individuals seeking legal representation should conduct their own research, verify current attorney licensing through the State Bar of Texas, and schedule consultations to determine the right fit for their specific situation.