Opting for a divorce is a difficult decision. However, it is a better choice than living in a broken marriage. If you are planning to file, it is best to talk to a divorce lawyer.  Like each state, Texas has definite laws regarding the annulment of marriage and all residents of Dallas require following them. Here is a quick glance at the facts.

Who can file for a divorce? Any of the spouses may file for a divorce if they were a resident of Texas for at least 6 months. They also need to be residing at the county of filing, i.e. the Dallas County, for minimum 90 days (consecutive) prior to filing.

What are the accepted grounds for divorce? These are as follows:

• Adultery
• Cruelty
• Abandonment
• Conviction of Felony
• Confinement in mental hospital
• Living separately
• No fault

Where do you file for divorce? As a resident of Dallas, you require to file at the District Court of Dallas County.

How much time does the finalization take? It depends. If the spouses agree on all terms, the finalization may be complete after the end of the 60-day waiting period. If there are disputes, the time for finalization depends on the degree of the conflict and the competence of your Dallas divorce lawyer.

What happens to the marital property? You may come up with an agreement on your own. If not, the court orders equal division of the marital property of Dallas residents filing for divorce. This is in accordance to the ‘community property’ rule in Texas.