Divorce Attorney Near McKinney

Serving McKinney, Texas, Families Through Every Stage of Divorce

Our firm, Burrows Law Group, serves McKinney, Texas, residents facing decisions about property, children, support, and the future of their families. Rather than treating every case the same, we assign each divorce matter to an attorney suited to its specific facts and the client’s preferences.

Our lawyers bring more than 100 years of combined experience in family law. As a full-service firm based in Flower Mound, we can draw on the perspectives of multiple attorneys when a divorce intersects with financial, business, or other legal concerns.

Legal, Family, & Financial Guidance Under One Roof

Divorce decisions rarely fit into a single category. Our model integrates family law representation with licensed mental health, family systems, family life education, and financial guidance, giving clients access to more than legal advice alone when their circumstances call for broader support.

The attorney handling your case takes time to understand its nuances before developing a strategy. Because our staff brings varied skills and perspectives, your attorney can also consult other members of our team when the situation calls for it. We explain the legal issues, available options, and practical tradeoffs so you can make informed decisions.

The Collin County Divorce Process for McKinney Residents

Texas Family Code Section 6.301 generally requires that at least one spouse have lived in Texas for the preceding six months and in the filing county for the preceding 90 days. Divorce matters filed in Collin County are heard by the Collin County District Courts, which operate from the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building in McKinney.

The Collin County Standing Order takes effect the moment a divorce or child-related petition is filed. It establishes temporary rules that govern both parties while the case is pending, covering restrictions on disrupting a child’s routine, school, or residence, and prohibiting the transfer, concealment, or damage of marital property. The Standing Order generally remains in effect until the case concludes or another court order replaces it.

Our attorneys can help prepare initial filings, identify issues requiring temporary orders, exchange financial information, negotiate disputed terms, and present unresolved matters to the court when necessary.

Community Property Division & Separate Property in a Texas Divorce

Texas presumes that property held by either spouse during a divorce is community property unless evidence establishes otherwise. Community property is subject to court division; separate property isn’t. A spouse claiming an asset as separate property must support that position with records and other admissible evidence.

Property analysis may draw on bank statements, account histories, deeds, tax records, purchase documents, and tracing evidence. Our attorneys can address separate property claims, reimbursement between marital estates, valuation questions, and debt allocation. We also consider how proposed settlement terms may affect your broader financial position.

Child Custody & Child Support in a McKinney Divorce

A divorce involving children must resolve conservatorship, possession, access, and child support before it can be finalized. Conservatorship is the Texas legal term for parental rights and decision-making responsibilities. A parenting plan may address where the child lives, how time is shared, and who makes decisions about education and medical care.

Texas guideline child support is calculated as a percentage of the paying parent’s net monthly resources under Texas Family Code Section 154.125. The guideline starts at 20% for one child and increases for additional children, subject to statutory limits. The final figure can depend on the number of children before the court, other children the parent supports, health insurance, and related expenses.

Contested Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, & Mediation

An uncontested divorce requires agreement on every issue in the final decree: property, debts, conservatorship, child support, and any spousal maintenance. If spouses disagree on even one required term, the case follows a contested process. Contested divorces take longer because the parties may need discovery, temporary hearings, mediation, and trial preparation before resolution.

Divorce mediation places both spouses in a structured negotiation with a neutral third party who facilitates discussion but doesn’t decide the outcome. Our attorneys can weigh mediation and negotiated settlement against the disputed issues, available budget, and the needs of any children involved while preparing for court if an agreement can’t be reached.

Schedule a Consultation About Your Divorce

Schedule a consultation to discuss the facts of your situation, the immediate issues that need attention, and the legal paths available in Collin County. Consultations are offered at a discounted hourly rate of $250, regardless of which attorney you meet with.

Bring any relevant court paperwork, financial records, prenuptial agreements, and a timeline of major events. These materials help our attorneys use the consultation time efficiently and identify questions that may require further review.