When you're looking for a family lawyer in Dallas, you need a firm that can handle your situation as it actually unfolds — not just the one piece that happens to match a narrow specialty. Daniel Ogbeide Law represents clients throughout Dallas and across Texas in divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, protective orders, and CPS matters. The clearest way to find out where you actually stand is a direct conversation, not more searching. Schedule your free consultation with a Dallas family lawyer today and get honest answers before you decide anything.
"I don't know if my case is actually going to be contested." We give you an honest read on this during your free consultation rather than assuming the most difficult scenario by default.
"I don't want my kids caught in the middle." We build custody strategies around long-term stability for children, not just winning a specific point.
"I've never dealt with Dallas County's court system before." We walk clients through exactly what to expect at each stage, so court dates and filings don't come as a surprise.
"I'm not even sure I need a lawyer yet." That's a completely reasonable place to start. A free consultation is designed for exactly this — an honest conversation before you've committed to anything.
Whether contested or uncontested, Texas's community property laws mean nearly every asset and debt acquired during the marriage is on the table for division. Under Texas Family Code § 3.002, property acquired by either spouse during marriage is generally presumed to be community property, regardless of whose name is on the title.
Texas law generally presumes both parents should remain involved unless there's a reason that wouldn't serve the child's best interest, a standard set out in Texas Family Code § 153.002. We represent parents in negotiating possession schedules and decision-making rights — see our Child Custody Lawyer Dallas page for the full breakdown of how Texas courts approach these cases.
Support calculations follow Texas guidelines based on income and the number of children, published and maintained by the Texas Attorney General's Child Support Division. We help clients establish fair support orders and pursue enforcement when a former spouse falls behind.
Step-parent adoption, relative adoption, and other proceedings each carry their own procedural requirements under Texas law. We guide clients through the paperwork and court process required to finalize them.
Whether you're seeking protection or responding to allegations, these cases move quickly and the stakes are high — see our Family Violence Lawyer Dallas page for how this process works.
We represent parents navigating a Child Protective Services investigation, working to protect parental rights and family stability throughout the process.
A job relocation, a change in a child's needs, or a shift in circumstances can justify updating an existing custody or support order under Texas Family Code § 156.101, which requires a material and substantial change in circumstances.
These clarify how assets, debts, and certain family matters would be handled in a divorce, reducing conflict significantly if one happens later.
Where Cases Are Filed
Family law cases in Dallas County — divorce, custody, and related matters — are filed through the Dallas County District Clerk at the George L. Allen, Sr. Courts Building, 600 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75202, and heard before one of the county's Family District Courts, including the 254th, 255th, 256th, 301st, 302nd, 303rd, and 330th District Courts.
Step-by-Step: How a Dallas Family Law Case Proceeds
Step one starts with a phone call. Schedule your free consultation whenever you're ready.
Family law covers a lot of ground, and most people searching for a "family lawyer" actually have one specific situation in mind. Use this table to find the right starting point — each links to a dedicated page with the full detail. If you're not sure which row fits, that's exactly what a free consultation is for.
If You're Dealing With... | The Service You Likely Need | Learn More |
Ending your marriage, whether agreed or disputed | Divorce | |
A divorce involving significant disputes over property, custody, or both | Contested Divorce | |
Determining or changing who makes decisions for your child, or the visitation schedule | Child Custody | |
Safety concerns, threats, or abuse involving a partner or family member | Protective Orders / Family Violence | |
A CPS investigation or case involving your children | CPS Defense | Schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation |
Wanting to legally adopt a stepchild or relative | Adoption | Schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation |
Protecting assets or setting expectations before/during marriage | Prenuptial/Postnuptial Agreements | Schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation |
If more than one of these applies to you — which is common — that's exactly the kind of situation a full-service family lawyer is built to handle in one case rather than several. Schedule your free consultation and we'll help you sort out exactly what you're facing.
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While this page focuses on Dallas, Daniel Ogbeide Law represents families throughout Texas, including:
Wherever you're located, our team brings the same attention and strategy — and the same free initial consultation — to every family law matter across Texas.
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Family lawyers handle legal matters involving marriage, children, and domestic relationships — divorce, custody and support, adoption, protective orders, CPS cases, and modifications to existing orders.
A divorce lawyer is a family lawyer focused specifically on ending a marriage. If your situation involves more than divorce — custody, support, or a protective order alongside it — a full-service family lawyer handles the broader picture in one case. A free consultation is the fastest way to find out which applies to you.
Yes. Your first conversation with our team is free and comes with no obligation to move forward — it’s meant to give you clear answers before you decide anything.
Not legally, but the agreement becomes a binding court order, and errors in drafting terms can be difficult to fix later. A free consultation can tell you quickly whether your situation is simple enough to handle without full representation.
Family law cases in Dallas County are filed through the District Clerk at the George L. Allen, Sr. Courts Building, 600 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75202, and heard before one of the county’s Family District Courts.
Yes. Legal representation during a CPS investigation helps ensure your rights are protected and that you understand what’s being alleged and what the process involves.
Texas provides enforcement mechanisms including wage withholding and, in serious cases, contempt proceedings, administered in part through the Texas Attorney General’s Child Support Division. We help clients pursue enforcement when an order isn’t being honored.
Texas law allows grandparents to petition under specific, fairly limited circumstances — it’s not automatic, and the standard is higher than for parents.
Yes, if both sides genuinely agree on everything. The risk is that any mistake in the agreement becomes part of a binding court order, so many clients still schedule a free consultation just to have the agreement reviewed before signing.
An uncontested divorce means both spouses agree on all major terms. A contested divorce means at least one significant issue is disputed and may require negotiation, mediation, or a judge’s decision.
Call or use our online contact form to schedule your free consultation. We’ll review your situation and explain the realistic next steps for your specific case.
