Texas uncontested divorces fall into two primary categories: cases without minor children and cases with minor children. The requirements, documents, and pricing will differ depending on whether there are minor children of the marriage.
Uncontested Divorce Without Minor Children
Applies When:
- No minor children (under 18) born or adopted during marriage or all children are adult age at the time of divorce.
- No child support, custody, or visitation issues
- The property division and all other terms are agreed.
What’s Required:
- Division of property and debts
- Texas Family Code divorce language and property division terms
- Texas District Court-approved final decree of divorce and other necessary documents
Typical Complexity:
- Lower
- Fewer Texas Family Code requirements
- Faster document preparation
Uncontested Divorce With Minor Children
Applies When:
- One or more children under 18 at time of divorce.
- Parents agree on all child-related issues.
What’s Required:
- Conservatorship terms and provisions compliant with the Texas Family Code.
- Possession and access schedule consistent with Texas law .
- Child support language compliant with the Texas Family Code and Texas law.
- Agreed terms concerning the division of property.
Typical Complexity:
- Higher.
- More required statutory language and disclosures.
- More detailed final decree.
See pricing for cases with children
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | No Children | With Children |
|---|---|---|
| Custody provisions | ❌ | ✔ |
| Child support | ❌ | ✔ |
| Statutory complexity | Lower | Higher |
| Typical flat-fee range | Lower | Higher |
Which Category Applies to You?
If you are unsure whether your case qualifies as uncontested — or which category applies — we can help clarify that with you.
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