CRITICAL: Travis County standing orders automatically take effect when divorce papers are filed, immediately restricting your ability to sell property, empty bank accounts, or dispose of assets without court permission. Violating these orders can result in contempt of court charges.

If you're also facing DWI charges, assault accusations, or other criminal matters during divorce, the stakes multiply. These factors can drastically impact custody rights, spousal support, and your leverage in mediation. Don’t let criminal charges sabotage your divorce outcome.

Travis County Divorce Facts You Need to Know:
• Over 8,000 divorce cases filed annually
• Standing orders replace temporary restraining orders
• All family courts now located at 1700 Guadalupe Street (moved in 2023)
• Electronic filing is mandatory
• Virtual hearings available by court approval
• Contested divorces average 12–18 months in duration

Uncontested Divorce (Agreed Divorce)
Both spouses agree on all terms – typically resolved in 60–90 days with minimal court involvement

Contested Divorce
Disputes over custody, support, or property – requires mediation, discovery, and potentially trial

Default Divorce
When the other spouse doesn’t respond – can finalize quickly, but may limit future changes

Collaborative Divorce
Both parties agree to stay out of court, hiring trained attorneys to negotiate terms privately

DWI arrests during a pending divorce often lead to immediate custody restrictions and supervised visitation

Domestic violence allegations result in automatic protective orders and forced removal from the family home

Pending assault charges influence property division and undermine claims for spousal support

Drug possession (POCS) charges can trigger court-ordered drug testing and emergency custody modifications

Filing and Service (Days 1–30)
Petition filed, standing orders activate, service of process initiated

Temporary Orders Hearing (30–60 Days)
Court determines temporary child custody, support, and who remains in the family home

Discovery Period (60–180 Days)
Exchange of financial documents, valuations, and interrogatories

Mediation (Required in Travis County)
Mandatory step before trial – often resolves most disputes

Final Trial (12–18 Months)
If no settlement, a judge will resolve property, custody, and support issues

Tech Industry Stock Options
Dividing RSUs and unvested equity from Meta, Google, Dell, Apple, and startups

Real Estate Portfolio Division
Expert valuation needed for multiple homes or commercial property

Business Valuation
Restaurants, med clinics, consulting firms — we coordinate with valuation professionals

Retirement Account Division
QDROs needed to split 401(k), pensions, and teacher/public retirement systems

Standard Possession Order
Texas default schedule — alternating weekends, holidays, and midweek visits

Geographic Restrictions
You may not be allowed to move more than a county or two away without court approval

Supervised Visitation
Ordered when there's a criminal charge, safety concern, or pending protective order

Emergency Custody Modifications
Courts can change custody fast if arrests or violence allegations emerge mid-divorce

We frequently coordinate cases involving:

• Criminal defense for DWI, assault, and POCS charges during divorce
• Protective order defense for clients accused of family violence
• Professional license protection for teachers, doctors, attorneys facing disciplinary review
• Immigration consequences tied to marital status and arrest history
• Bankruptcy coordination for clients overwhelmed by joint debt
• Child custody enforcement when a co-parent violates court orders

At RRK Law Office, we bring your family law, criminal defense, and financial legal needs under one roof — no need to coordinate between multiple attorneys when the stakes are this high.

Standing Orders Take Effect Instantly
Restricting parental decisions, financial changes, and property transfers

Temporary Support Calculations
Travis County uses strict formulas for child support and spousal maintenance

Emergency Hearings Available
If violence, threats, or sudden relocations occur, we can request same-week emergency hearings

Asset Protection Strategy
We build timing-based strategies to protect business interests, real estate, and future income

Don’t face divorce alone — especially when criminal charges, contested custody, or major assets are involved. The Law Offices of RRK has guided hundreds of Travis County families through complex divorces and helped secure favorable outcomes through mediation and trial.

Free Divorce Consultation Available
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Serving Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Georgetown, and all of Travis and Williamson Counties

Divorce will include many difficult decisions, strict financial management, compromises, and aggressive strategies to achieve your goals. Our Austin divorce attorney can help you achieve your goals in all aspects of your divorce by protecting your legal rights and developing a strategy that protects your interests. 

1. Child custody and visitation: Custody and visitation are determined by what is in the child’s best interests. The courts look at a number of different factors to make this determination, and you need a talented divorce attorney to advocate for your children.

2. Child support: Child support is determined by a formula that considers both parents’ incomes, and other factors. We will help you balance child support payments with your other divorce agreements and handle enforcement issues if issues arise after divorce.

3. Equitable property distribution: Your property requests must be filed before your divorce is granted, or you may lose some rights to certain property. Both assets and debts will be divided fairly in divorce. Issues concerning retirement benefits, business valuation, inheritance, and other investments are always addressed in high net worth divorce but could be part of any divorce case.

4. Spousal support (alimony): You must also request alimony before the divorce is granted, or you may lose your right to request alimony in the future.

Many people claim that they’re knowledgeable about family law. The fact is that family law varies widely from state to state, which means that one state handles the divorce process differently from another state. Therefore, one person’s familiarity with a certain divorce law may only be applicable in another state and not be applicable in the state of Texas.

In order to begin the divorce process, one party, known as the petitioner, will be required to file an Original Petition for Divorce in the appropriate county. Requirements state that you must be a resident of our state for at least 6 months and have lived in the county where you will be filing for at least 90 days before submitting the paperwork.

Austin divorce attorney services are in high demand due to the uptick in divorces being filed in the Lone Star State. Whether you’re seeking a divorce lawyer for litigation or looking to sort out a fair settlement, Our Austin divorce attorneys are up to the challenge. Expect top-notch service when you enlist a divorce attorney in Austin, TX. Experienced professionals will sit down with you and explain all of your legal rights while providing advice that is tailored to fit the needs of your case. Looking into an Austin divorce lawyer is highly recommended if you’re going through a dissolution of marriage; it’s sure to give you peace of mind knowing that your best interests are being represented.