141 N. San Jacinto St., Conroe, TX · Steps from the Montgomery County Courthouse
Family Law Attorney
in Conroe, Texas
Based in the heart of downtown Conroe — just a short walk from the Montgomery County Courthouse — our firm handles divorce, child custody, child support, property division, and every other family law matter for clients across Conroe, Montgomery County, and Greater Houston.
Divorce Lawyer & Child Custody Attorney in Conroe, Texas
You'll find our family law office right in downtown Conroe, only steps from the Montgomery County Courthouse. We stand beside individuals and families through divorce, child custody, child support, property division, and the proceedings that grow out of them — throughout Conroe and the surrounding Montgomery County communities.
Choosing a divorce lawyer in Conroe or a child custody attorney in Conroe should mean choosing someone who already knows these courtrooms — the local rules, the standing orders, the financial-disclosure deadlines, and the day-to-day procedures of the 418th, the 410th, and County Court at Law No. 3. That firsthand familiarity is what we bring to every case we take.
What to Expect in a Conroe Divorce
A Conroe divorce starts when the petition is filed with the Montgomery County District Clerk and assigned to one of the three family courts. State law then imposes a mandatory 60-day waiting period before anything can be finalized. Uncontested cases often wrap up soon after that window closes, while contested divorces involving property, children, or spousal maintenance more commonly run six months to well over a year.
Uncontested Divorce in Conroe
When you and your spouse already agree on property, children, and support, an uncontested divorce tends to move faster and cost far less. We handle uncontested divorces throughout Conroe, and qualifying couples may be eligible for flat-fee pricing through our uncontested divorce service.
Contested Divorce in Conroe
When spouses can't agree on property, custody, or support, the case moves through temporary orders, mediation, and possibly a final trial. Each of the three Montgomery County courts requires mediation before an evidentiary hearing. We build every case as though it's headed to trial — so we're ready if it gets there.
Property Division in Conroe
Texas follows community property rules, so marital assets are split in a way that's just and right — not automatically down the middle. In Conroe-area cases, the trickier assets often include Lake Conroe waterfront homes, rural acreage, business interests, retirement accounts, and vehicles.
Child Custody Attorney in Conroe, TX
Texas law refers to child custody as conservatorship. The courts start from the presumption that joint managing conservatorship — with both parents sharing rights and duties — serves the child’s best interest, and one parent is usually named to set the child’s primary residence. A final custody order from the 418th, 410th, or County Court at Law No. 3 spells out possession schedules, child support, and any geographic restrictions.
Every Montgomery County family court measures custody against the best interest of the child standard in Texas Family Code §153.002. When parents can’t reach agreement, the case works through temporary orders and mandatory mediation, and — if it still isn’t resolved — a final trial before a Montgomery County judge.
Standard Possession Order
Under Texas Family Code §153.312, the default schedule gives the possessory parent the first, third, and fifth weekends, Thursday evenings during the school year, alternating holidays, and an extended stretch each summer. Judges can widen or adjust that schedule to fit the child’s needs and each parent’s circumstances.
Geographic Restrictions
It’s common for Montgomery County courts to confine the child’s primary residence to Montgomery County and the counties bordering it — Harris, Walker, San Jacinto, Waller, and Grimes. The primary parent then can’t relocate with the child absent a modification order or the other parent’s written consent.
Custody Modifications
An existing custody order can be changed once there’s been a material and substantial change in circumstances. Frequent reasons include a move, a remarriage, shifting needs as the child grows, substance abuse, or one parent’s failure to follow the current order.
Conroe ISD & School Enrollment
As one of the largest school districts in Texas, Conroe ISD often figures into custody disputes: because the parent with primary residence typically controls where the child enrolls, district boundaries can become a real point of focus in Conroe custody cases.
Speak With a Family Law Attorney in Conroe
You’ll find us in downtown Conroe, just steps from the Montgomery County Courthouse. We offer free consultations for divorce, child custody, and every other family law matter.
(936) 298-8000Conroe Family Law — Frequently Asked Questions
Family law cases in Conroe are heard in three Montgomery County courts: the 418th Judicial District Court, the 410th Judicial District Court, and County Court at Law No. 3. All three are located at the Montgomery County courthouse in Conroe. Our firm appears regularly in all three and understands the procedures and local rules specific to each.
Texas requires a mandatory 60-day waiting period from the date of filing before a divorce can be finalized. From there, timeline depends on whether the case is contested:
- Uncontested divorce (no children): 60–90 days after filing
- Uncontested divorce (with children): 60–120 days
- Contested divorce — moderate complexity: 6–12 months
- Contested divorce — complex property or custody: 12 months to 2+ years
Yes. Property acquired during the marriage is generally community property in Texas, subject to division in a just and right manner — not automatically 50/50. Courts consider factors including each spouse’s earning capacity, the children’s needs, fault in the breakup, and the overall size of the estate.
Separate property — owned before marriage, received as a gift, or inherited — is generally not subject to division. The spouse claiming separate property bears the full burden of proof.
Montgomery County family courts apply the best interest of the child standard under Texas Family Code §153.002. Courts consider:
- Each parent’s day-to-day involvement in the child’s life
- Stability and quality of each home environment
- The child’s existing relationships with siblings and extended family
- Each parent’s physical and mental health
- Any history of family violence, substance abuse, or neglect
- For children 12 and older — the child’s expressed preference
Texas law is gender-neutral. Fathers and mothers are evaluated on equal footing.
Yes. Our firm offers flat-fee attorney-guided uncontested divorce for qualifying cases through our uncontested divorce service. If you and your spouse have agreed on all terms — property, children, and support — you may qualify. A licensed attorney handles every step from filing through final decree at a predictable flat fee. Free consultation to determine eligibility.
Montgomery County courts commonly restrict the child’s primary residence to Montgomery County and contiguous counties — Harris, Walker, San Jacinto, Waller, and Grimes. This prevents the primary parent from relocating the child outside that area without a court modification order or the other parent’s written consent. Violating a geographic restriction is grounds for an enforcement action and can support a modification petition.
What Our Clients Say
Meet Our Team at the Law Office of Keith Phillips
Keith became a licensed mediator in 2020, and that perspective shapes how he approaches every case — focused on practical, efficient resolution while fully prepared to litigate when necessary. He is a father of five.
Behind the scenes, Kaitlyn is the one making sure nothing falls through the cracks — preparing documents, coordinating discovery, and tracking every deadline — so clients can focus on their families while she handles the details. What clients remember most is simply how heard she made them feel.
Which Court Handles Divorce & Custody Cases in Conroe?
Divorce and child custody cases filed in Conroe are randomly assigned to one of three Montgomery County family courts — all located at 301 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX 77301. CPS cases are always assigned to County Court at Law No. 3. If a prior case involving the same parties or children already exists, any new filing must go to that same court.
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Mediation Is Required in All Three Montgomery County Courts
All three Montgomery County family courts require mediation before evidentiary hearings and final trial. The 418th District Court also requires mediation before temporary orders hearings. Mediation for final trial must occur within 90 days of the trial date. If the other party refuses to cooperate, a motion to compel must be filed at least 45 days before trial. Our firm includes a licensed mediator — giving our clients an informed perspective on how mediation plays out in these courts.
📋 Temporary Orders — Financial Disclosure Requirements
- Monthly Financial Information Statement
- Two years of federal tax returns
- Six most recent pay stubs
- Health insurance information
- All due at least 24 hours before the hearing
📋 Final Trial — Financial Disclosure Requirements
- Monthly Financial Information Statement
- Two years of federal tax returns
- Six most recent pay stubs
- Sworn Inventory & Appraisement
- All due at least 30 days before trial
- Non-compliance: court may adopt the other party's figures
What Makes Divorce & Custody in Conroe Different
Conroe is the county seat of Montgomery County. The courthouse is here, the judges are here, and the local rules that govern your case apply specifically to this jurisdiction. Knowing these courts — their procedures, their filing requirements, and their expectations — is part of what Law Office of Keith Phillips brings to every Conroe case.
Steps from the Courthouse
Law Office of Keith Phillips is located at 141 N. San Jacinto St. in downtown Conroe — less than a 5-minute walk to the Montgomery County Courthouse at 301 N. Main St. We file, appear, and handle matters in these courts regularly.
Oil, Gas & Mineral Rights
Royalty interests, mineral rights, and working interests are common divorce assets in Montgomery County. Properly characterizing these as separate or community property — and valuing them accurately — requires specific expertise that arises more often here than in most Texas counties.
Lake Conroe & Rural Property
Waterfront homes on Lake Conroe, rural acreage, and large tracts are common in Montgomery County divorces. Dividing these — especially when one spouse wants to keep the family property — requires knowledge of Texas property division law and local real estate values.
Montgomery County Local Rules
The Local Rules of Practice adopted by Montgomery County's family courts govern motions, hearings, financial disclosures, mediation, and order entry. Missing a local deadline or form requirement can set your case back significantly.
Financial Disclosures & Deadlines
For temporary orders: financial statements, 2 years of tax returns, and pay stubs are due 24 hours before the hearing. For final trial: same documents plus a sworn Inventory & Appraisement due 30 days before trial. Non-compliance has real consequences.
Conroe ISD & Custody
Conroe ISD is one of the largest school districts in Texas. Custody arrangements that determine which parent establishes primary residence directly affect school enrollment — making district boundaries a meaningful factor in many Conroe custody cases.
Conroe Zip Codes We Serve
Including downtown Conroe, Lake Conroe, and surrounding unincorporated Montgomery County communities. Not sure which county your case falls in? Call us — we'll confirm before you file.
Conroe Divorce & Child Custody — FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about divorce and custody cases filed in Conroe and Montgomery County.
Speak With a Conroe Divorce or Custody Attorney
Law Office of Keith Phillips is located in downtown Conroe — steps from the Montgomery County Courthouse. Free consultations for divorce, child custody matters throughout Montgomery County and Greater Houston.
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