New Braunfels sits in two counties. Most of the city is in Comal County, but neighborhoods south and east of the Guadalupe River and along the I-35 and FM 725 corridors are in Guadalupe County. That matters for a divorce, because your case is filed in the county where you or your spouse lives, and each county has its own district clerk, courts and local procedures.
Attorney Jesus R. Lopez represents New Braunfels residents in divorce, custody, child support and modification cases in both counties. If you're not sure which county your home is in, the county appraisal district's property search will tell you, or we can check during your free consultation.
Family law services for New Braunfels residents
- Contested divorce and uncontested divorce
- Child custody and possession schedules that fit New Braunfels ISD and Comal ISD calendars (both are built into our possession calendar)
- Child support, including Attorney General cases
- Dividing the house: refinancing, buyouts or selling the marital home
- Modifying or enforcing an existing order
- Guardianship for aging parents and adult children with disabilities
Filing for divorce if you live in New Braunfels
To file in a Texas county, you or your spouse must have lived in Texas for at least six months and in that county for at least 90 days. If you recently moved between the Comal and Guadalupe County sides of town, the 90-day clock for the new county starts over, but you may still be able to file in the county you left. Texas also requires a 60-day waiting period after filing before a divorce can be granted. Read our step-by-step guide to filing for divorce.
Why New Braunfels families call us
We charge flat fees, so you know the cost up front, and we offer payment plans. Consultations are free by phone or in person, and you can speak with Attorney Lopez in English or Spanish. When you call, a real person answers.
FAQ
Which county do I file in if I live in New Braunfels?
It depends on which side of the county line your home is on. Most New Braunfels addresses are in Comal County, but some are in Guadalupe County. You file where you or your spouse has lived for the last 90 days.
Can my spouse and I file in different counties?
If you live in different counties, the case can usually be filed in either county where a spouse meets the residency requirement. Once one case is filed, that court generally handles it.
Do you offer consultations by phone?
Yes. Your first consultation is free, by phone or in person, in English or Spanish.