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A retainer is not the total cost of your case, it is a starting deposit that gets billed down as calls, emails, and hearings add up. With hourly billing, every minute spent on your case adds to your bill, which is why we price our divorce cases as one flat fee instead and put the risk on us, not you. We also cap our contracts at 150 days because working efficiently and moving your case forward keeps costs predictable and clients less frustrated. Book a free consultation: 214-856-2021 | www.chrislawyer.com #DallasFamilyLawyer #TexasFamilyLaw #FlatFeeLawyer #DallasDivorceAttorney #FamilyLawTX #KnowYourRights 9:42
What a Retainer Actually Is, and Why $5,000 Isn't the Real Price
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What a Retainer Actually Is, and Why $5,000 Isn't the Real Price

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce September 10, 2026 10:00 am

A divorce in Texas mainly comes down to two things: how you divide your property and how you handle arrangements for your kids. Most divorces in Texas are no-fault, meaning you only have to say you and your spouse no longer get along, though grounds like cruelty or adultery exist and are harder to prove. The state requires a 60 day minimum waiting period, and even a short marriage of just a few months still requires a divorce rather than an annulment in most cases. Book a free consultation: 214-856-2021 | www.chrislawyer.com #DallasFamilyLawyer #TexasDivorceAttorney #FamilyLawTX #DallasDivorce #TexasFamilyLaw #KnowYourRights 4:15
Understanding Divorce in Texas: What You Need to Know First
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Understanding Divorce in Texas: What You Need to Know First

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce September 4, 2026 10:34 am

Can you handle your own divorce in Texas? Legally, yes — the state allows it. But a divorce sets legally binding terms about your property, retirement, and kids that you'll live with for decades, and a mistake doesn't get fixed easily. Even an amicable, agreed divorce has paperwork courts reject when it's wrong. The upside: an agreed divorce costs a fraction of a contested one, so getting it done right is cheap insurance. In this episode of Divorce. Simplified., Dallas family-law attorney Chris Schmiedeke explains when you can go it alone — and why, even in an agreed case, it usually pays not to. Questions about an agreed divorce in Texas? Call 469-716-6778 or visit https://chrislawyer.com Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC — Dallas, Texas Follow Us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DallasDivorceLawyer Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrislawyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorce.simplified #DivorceSimplified #AgreedDivorce #DallasDivorce #TexasDivorce #FamilyLaw 5:25
Do You Really Need a Divorce Lawyer in Texas?
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Do You Really Need a Divorce Lawyer in Texas?

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce July 24, 2026 9:00 am

If you think your marriage is over, the first move isn't to panic — it's to get your financial picture together. Pull together your bank accounts, retirement accounts, the house, and any debt, because you need to know what you have before anything gets divided. Then consult an attorney before anything gets filed — especially if there are children or your spouse has already hired someone. In this episode of Divorce. Simplified., Dallas family-law attorney Chris Schmiedeke walks through exactly what to do first, so you go in informed instead of afraid. Questions about starting a divorce in Texas? Call 469-716-6778 or visit https://chrislawyer.com Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC — Dallas, Texas Follow Us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DallasDivorceLawyer Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrislawyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorce.simplified #DivorceSimplified #DivorceAdvice #DallasDivorce #TexasDivorce #FamilyLaw 5:56
Getting Divorced? Do These Things First
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Getting Divorced? Do These Things First

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce July 22, 2026 9:00 am

How long a Texas divorce takes depends more on your attorney than you think. Most contested divorces settle at mediation, and a well-run case — where filing, financial discovery, and mediation prep all move at once — should be done in about six months or less. A firm that works one step at a time is what drags it out. In this episode of Divorce. Simplified., Dallas family-law attorney Chris Schmiedeke explains what a realistic timeline looks like and the question you should ask if your case is stalling. Questions about your divorce timeline in Texas? Call 469-716-6778 or visit https://chrislawyer.com Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC — Dallas, Texas Follow Us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DallasDivorceLawyer Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrislawyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorce.simplified #DivorceSimplified #DivorceTimeline #DallasDivorce #TexasDivorce #FamilyLaw 3:10
How Long Does a Texas Divorce Take?
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How Long Does a Texas Divorce Take?

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce July 21, 2026 9:00 am

"What is this actually going to cost me?" is the first question every divorce client should ask — and the one most hourly lawyers won't answer. With a flat-fee divorce you get one price up front, so you know the full cost before you sign, and your attorney is paid to get it done right, not to run up more hours. In this first episode of Divorce. Simplified., Dallas family-law attorney Chris Schmiedeke explains why hourly billing hides the real cost of a divorce — and how a flat fee puts you back in control. Questions about a flat-fee divorce in Texas? Call 469-716-6778 or visit https://chrislawyer.com Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC — Dallas, Texas Follow Us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DallasDivorceLawyer Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrislawyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorce.simplified #DivorceSimplified #FlatFeeDivorce #DallasDivorce #TexasDivorce #FamilyLaw 3:08
What Does a Divorce Cost in Texas? (Flat Fee Explained)
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What Does a Divorce Cost in Texas? (Flat Fee Explained)

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce July 20, 2026 2:00 pm

A Waiver of Service lets your spouse acknowledge the divorce was filed without being formally served by a process server or constable. It can make the process faster, cheaper, and less confrontational — but signing it does not mean giving up your rights or your say in the outcome. Dallas divorce attorney Chris Schmiedeke explains what a Waiver of Service does and doesn't do, and when it makes sense to use one. Have questions before signing anything? Call the Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC at 469-716-6778 or visit chrislawyer.com. 1:10
NEW Q&A series: What is a waiver of service?
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NEW Q&A series: What is a waiver of service?

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce July 9, 2026 9:00 am

In many uncontested Texas divorces, you may never set foot in a courtroom. When both spouses agree, the final step is often a short "prove-up" — and in some counties that can be handled by affidavit or by video instead of an in-person hearing. Court usually becomes necessary only when there's a dispute the two of you can't resolve. Dallas divorce attorney Chris Schmiedeke explains when a court appearance is and isn't required. Questions about your own situation? Call the Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC at 469-716-6778 or visit chrislawyer.com. 0:34
NEW Q&A series: Do I have to go to court to get divorced?
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NEW Q&A series: Do I have to go to court to get divorced?

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce July 8, 2026 9:00 am

A flat fee divorce means you pay one agreed price for your case instead of watching an hourly meter run. You know the cost up front — no surprise bills, no getting nickel-and-dimed for every phone call. Dallas divorce attorney Chris Schmiedeke explains how the firm's flat fee works, what's covered, and how it compares to the traditional hourly retainer. Find out what a flat fee would look like for your divorce. Call the Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC at 469-716-6778 or visit chrislawyer.com. 0:50
NEW Q&A series: What does flat fee divorce mean and what does it include?
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NEW Q&A series: What does flat fee divorce mean and what does it include?

Dallas Flat Fee Divorce July 7, 2026 9:42 am

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