Family Law Attorney in Denton County
Individualized Strategies for Divorce, Parenting & Financial Issues
Even a straightforward family law case can put pressure on your shoulders. These cases involve sensitive issues with far-reaching implications for your family’s future. Housing, parenting time, financial obligations, and property rights may all need attention within the same case.
If you need counsel or representation for a legal issue involving your family, we provide a strategy based on your circumstances and goals. We consider the issues in dispute, any existing court orders, the information available from both parties, and whether an agreement is possible or court intervention may be necessary. Attorney John Haugen is a former captain in the U.S. Army and brings that background in preparation and discipline to our work.
Fill out the online form or call (972) 460-6798 for a case evaluation.
Divorce, Child Custody & Related Family Law Matters
The most common family law matters our firm sees are divorce cases and the related issues that arise during the divorce process.
Divorce can require separate decisions about property and debt division, child support, parenting arrangements, and alimony or spousal support. A high net-worth divorce may involve additional attention to the identification, characterization, and valuation of assets. Military divorce can also present distinct questions involving benefits, service obligations, and parenting schedules.
Parenting plans address the practical details of raising a child across two households, such as schedules, exchanges, holidays, decision-making, and communication. Texas uses the term conservatorship to describe parental rights and duties. When circumstances or current conditions change after a final order, a post-divorce modification may provide a way to ask the court to revisit qualifying terms under applicable law.
Our family law matters include:
- Alimony
- Child custody
- Child support
- High net-worth divorce
- Military divorce
- Parenting plans
- Post-divorce modifications
- Property division
Family Law Cases in Denton County Courts
Denton County maintains a District and Family Courts system with multiple district courts. The assigned court, required filings, standing orders, and procedural posture can affect how a particular case moves forward. We serve residents throughout Denton County from our Lewisville practice location and account for the applicable court requirements when preparing a case.
Texas family law also provides the framework for decisions involving children and marital property. In conservatorship and possession matters, the child’s best interest is the court’s primary consideration. How that standard applies depends on the evidence and the family’s specific circumstances.
Texas community property generally includes property acquired by either spouse during the marriage, subject to legal distinctions and exceptions. Property characterization can affect what is included in the marital estate and how a court may divide it. Separate property claims, debts, records, and disputed valuations can make the analysis more involved.
Negotiated Resolutions & Courtroom Preparation
Some family law disputes can be resolved through direct negotiation or mediation, while others require hearings or further litigation. We examine the connected issues rather than treating custody, support, and property as unrelated decisions. Our goal is to identify priorities, explain the available paths, and prepare for the decision points that may arise.
A negotiated resolution can give the parties greater input into the final terms, but an agreement must still address the issues necessary for the case. When disputed facts or incompatible positions prevent settlement, we’re prepared to advocate in court. The appropriate path depends on the facts, the available evidence, and the other party’s willingness to reach workable terms.
Accessible Family Law Guidance From Our Lewisville Office
Haugen Law Firm, P.C. was founded in 2007. We shape each strategy around the client’s goals rather than apply a standard solution. Our office in Old Town Lewisville is just off I-35 and within easy reach of clients traveling from across Denton County.
Remote consultations are available for clients who can’t attend an in-person meeting in Lewisville. We also offer significant discounts to military members, first responders, and teachers. Contact us to ask about consultation options and discuss the circumstances surrounding your family law matter.
Discuss Your Family Law Matter With Our Firm
A case evaluation gives you an opportunity to explain what is happening, identify the issues requiring attention, and discuss possible next steps, including whether to pursue a negotiated resolution or prepare for litigation. Bring any existing court orders and the records most relevant to your children, finances, assets, or debts.
Call (972) 460-6798 to request a case evaluation with a Denton County family attorney.
What Our Clients Are Saying
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"I trust this law firm with my legal needs!"My family highly recommends Haugen Law Firm. Conner Haugen provided great legal counsel and service. He committed to draft documents in a two week timeline and delivered as he said he would. He spent a lot of time explaining things so my elderly mother and I could understand. I trust this law firm with my legal needs!
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"Haugen Law Firm, P.C. is a respectable group."Haugen Law Firm, P.C. is a respectable group. Connor was very kind and understanding in all aspects of my case. He explained how the case would be handled from the very beginning, and through the complete process. As for my part, once the process to stop income withholding started, I mainly stayed quiet and let them do their job. All necessary communications throughout the process were very concise. I will likely be calling on Connor again in the near future to handle my estate planning. I am very grateful for their help.
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"High Ethical Standards"Everything was clearly explained. I could tell Mr. H has very high ethical standards which created a sense of trust for us. He was thorough and met all my deadlines. I've had only negative experiences before Mr. H regarding lawyers. I will be recommending him to everyone who needs legal help.
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"Salvaged My Situation"After meeting with Mr. Haugen, I felt he was honest, qualified and had a commitment to my best interest, which my previous attorney failed to do. Mr. Haugen was up against salvaging my situation my previous attorney made a mess of. Mr. Haugen is an honest and extremely competent attorney who is tough, yet remains calm and collected. He salvaged the mess I was in and helped me to move on. For that I greatly appreciate his service.
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"Conner is an exceptional young lawyer"
Conner is an exceptional young lawyer who works tirelessly to achieve the best results for his clients.
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"I cannot thank them enough for all their support and patience with me during the process with all of my questions and walking me through the long process."I researched and wanted a lawyer familiar with military families and the Haugen Law Firm was it! I had so many different factors in my divorce and child custody, and you truly get what you pay for. I am so thankful to have found them and for all the guidance and help through the process. I cannot recommend Connor and Delaney more! This is already a stressful situation and to be able to have a team to help me better understand the ins and outs of the legal tidbits and process helped. It was well worth the cost and even though it feels expensive I know without a doubt that my divorce and custody was done right, and the paperwork shows it. They helped me think of things a regular divorce lawyer wouldn't know due to being a military family. If I need legal help again, I will be coming back for sure! I cannot thank them enough for all their support and patience with me during the process with all of my questions and walking me through the long process.
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"I Had Nothing To Worry About"I was informed on what was going on and what to expect. I felt like I was treated with respect, and that my situation was very important to the firm. And I had nothing to worry about.
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"Honest and Straight Forward"Mr. Haugen was very straight forward and looked at all the factors that could affect me case. He acted on the matter quickly and it was immediately addressed. I appreciate his honest and straight forward demeanor.