Denton County Divorce Attorney

Serving Denton County Families Since 2007, With a Foundation Built on Military Discipline

Since 2007, Haugen Law Firm, P.C. has represented individuals and families through some of the most consequential decisions of their lives. Divorce in Texas is governed by the Texas Family Code, which determines how property is divided, whether spousal maintenance applies, and how custody and support obligations are structured. No two cases follow the same path. Your assets, income, children, and circumstances shape which legal approach fits your situation, and we build every case strategy around those specifics.

We serve clients throughout Denton County, including Lewisville, Flower Mound, Carrollton, Frisco, and The Colony. Whether your case is headed toward a negotiated agreement or a contested courtroom proceeding, we’re prepared to advocate for you at every stage. We’re also a member of the Denton County Bar Association.

Types of Divorce We Handle in Denton County

The right approach to divorce depends on how much you and your spouse agree on, what assets are in play, and whether military service is part of the picture. We represent clients across the full range of divorce situations that arise in Denton County courts.

Uncontested Divorce

When both spouses agree on all material terms, including property division, spousal maintenance, and custody arrangements, an uncontested divorce can often be resolved without a courtroom proceeding. This path tends to be faster and less costly, and we help clients reach those agreements with clear legal documentation from the start.

Contested Divorce

When spouses can’t reach agreement, the case generally moves through the Texas district courts. Contested divorce may involve temporary orders, discovery, mediation and alternative dispute resolution, and, if needed, trial. We provide aggressive courtroom representation throughout that process and don’t push clients toward settlements that don’t serve their interests.

High Net Worth Divorce

Divorces involving significant assets raise harder legal questions: characterizing separate versus community property and valuing business interests, and dividing retirement accounts. We’ve represented clients on both sides of the financial spectrum, from stay-at-home spouses to high-earning executives, in addressing what matters most during property division. The Texas Family Code’s community property framework applies to everyone, but the complexity of applying it scales with what’s at stake.

Military Divorce in Civilian Courts

Military divorce involves a distinct set of legal issues that don’t arise in civilian cases. Attorney John Haugen graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1984, served as a U.S. Army Captain, and was honorably discharged in 1989. That background isn’t incidental to how we handle these cases.

When a military marriage ends, federal law intersects directly with state proceedings. The Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act (USFSPA) governs whether and how military retirement pay can be divided as marital property in a Texas court. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) may affect how and when proceedings move forward if a service member is on active duty. Filing jurisdiction, military housing allowances, and benefit eligibility under programs like TRICARE all require familiarity with how the military system actually works, not just what the statutes say. We bring that familiarity directly to Denton County divorce cases involving active-duty and veteran clients.

Divorce-Related Issues We Handle

Our representation extends across the full range of matters that arise during and after a divorce proceeding in Denton County.

• Spousal maintenance
• Child custody and visitation
• Child support
• Divorce modifications
• High net worth divorce and community property division
• Military divorce
• Property division
• Parenting plans

Why Denton County Families Choose Haugen Law Firm, P.C.

We’ve been practicing family law since 2007, and the foundation of this firm reflects the values Attorney Haugen carried out of military service: discipline, preparation, and commitment to the people we serve. That’s not a marketing position. It shapes how cases are staffed and how we show up in court.

A few things that set us apart for Denton County divorce clients:

• Lead Counsel Rated and recognized as one of the Top 3 Best Criminal and Family Law Firms in Denton County by Best of Denton County
• Voted Best Attorney/Law Firm by Star Local Media
• Significant discounts for military members, first responders, and teachers
• Remote consultations available for clients who can’t make it to our Lewisville office
• Customized strategy built around your specific assets, family situation, and goals, not a standardized process

Schedule Your Denton County Divorce Consultation

Whether you’re considering divorce or have already been served, getting legal guidance early matters. Remote consultations are available if you can’t make it to our Lewisville office. Reach us by phone or through our online contact form to schedule your case evaluation.

Call (972) 460-6798 or fill out our online form to speak with a Denton County divorce attorney at Haugen Law Firm, P.C..