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Katy Family Law Attorneys with 35+ Years of Experience
Adams Law Firm has provided dedicated family law representation in Katy, Texas since 1977. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience to complex divorce, child custody, and adoption cases, prioritizing personalized client care and strategic advocacy. Recognized with an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and named Top Family Lawyers by H-Texas Magazine, we combine legal excellence with compassionate guidance.Our practice emphasizes transparency, ethical conduct, and tailored solutions for clients navigating emotionally challenging situations. With deep roots in the Katy community, we remain committed to protecting clients' rights while minimizing stress through collaborative and contested resolution methods.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Child Support
Prenuptial Agreements
Adoption Services
Asset Division
Spousal Support
Protective Orders
Post-Divorce Modifications
Contempt Proceedings
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of specialized family law experience in Texas
- AV Preeminent Rated for legal excellence and ethics
- Personalized representation with strategic legal solutions
- Recognized as Top Family Lawyers by H-Texas Magazine
- 24/7 availability for urgent client needs and emergencies
Associations and certifications
- AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
What people say
Efficient and straightforward
Highly recommend
Excellent representation
Knowledgeable and supportive
Achieved favorable outcomes
Services
Divorce Representation
Our Katy divorce attorneys handle contested, collaborative, and uncontested divorces with strategic advocacy. We protect clients' rights regarding property division, alimony, and parenting plans while navigating Texas' no-fault requirements. With 35+ years of experience, we combine courtroom readiness with negotiation expertise to achieve favorable outcomes for complex cases involving high assets, business interests, or custody disputes.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in managing conservatorship and visitation arrangements, prioritizing children's best interests. Our team handles custody modifications, enforcement actions, and interstate custody disputes while addressing factors like parental income, proximity to schools, and criminal history. We prepare detailed case strategies for both temporary and permanent custody determinations in contested cases.
Adoption Services
Our firm guides clients through Texas adoption processes including domestic infant adoptions, stepparent adoptions, and foster care transitions. We manage home studies, court filings, and termination of parental rights proceedings while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Our attorneys also assist with international adoption requirements and post-adoption modifications.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft enforceable prenuptial agreements protecting assets, defining spousal support terms, and establishing property division frameworks. Our attorneys ensure compliance with Texas' Uniform Premarital Agreement Act while addressing inheritance protection, business interests, and debt separation. We also handle postnuptial agreements for married couples seeking similar protections.
Child Support
We calculate and enforce child support payments based on Texas guidelines considering both parents' incomes, healthcare costs, and educational needs. Our services include modifying existing orders for changed circumstances like job loss or relocation, as well as defending against contested support claims while prioritizing children's financial stability.
People
John F. Lemos
Family Law Attorney
With over 35 years of experience, John Lemos specializes in complex divorce and custody cases. Recognized as a Top Family Lawyer by H-Texas Magazine, he combines courtroom expertise with compassionate client advocacy. His practice focuses on protecting clients' rights while minimizing family disruption during emotionally challenging transitions.
Morgan Hybner
Family Law Attorney
Morgan Hybner provides dedicated representation in divorce, custody, and adoption cases. Known for her empathetic approach and thorough case preparation, she advocates for clients' interests while maintaining focus on children's well-being. Her practice emphasizes creative solutions for complex family law disputes.
Heather Bachman
Family Law Attorney
Heather Bachman specializes in collaborative divorce and child custody matters. With extensive experience in mediation and trial advocacy, she helps clients achieve amicable resolutions while protecting parental rights. Her practice emphasizes clear communication and tailored legal strategies for family law cases.
Questions
What are the grounds for divorce in Texas?
Texas recognizes no-fault divorce through 'insupportability' plus six fault-based grounds including cruelty, adultery, and abandonment. Our attorneys help clients determine the most strategic filing approach.
How is child support calculated in Texas?
Child support calculations consider both parents' incomes, healthcare costs, and custody arrangements. Our team ensures accurate assessments while advocating for fair financial obligations.
Can I modify an existing custody agreement?
Yes, modifications require demonstrating significant life changes. We help clients update custody arrangements for evolving family circumstances and children's changing needs.
What happens during the adoption process?
Our attorneys guide clients through home studies, court filings, and finalization hearings while ensuring compliance with Texas adoption laws for domestic and international cases.
Do I need a prenuptial agreement?
Prenups protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities. We create enforceable agreements addressing property division, spousal support, and inheritance provisions tailored to clients' specific needs.
