In Harris County, uncontested divorces typically run $2,500–$4,000 in attorney fees, plus court filing costs of approximately $300–$350. Contested divorces involving custody or property disputes generally range from $8,000–$25,000 or more, depending on how hard the opposing spouse fights and how complex the financial picture is.

At Aminu Law Firm, we offer flat fees for uncontested matters, payment plans for contested cases, and limited-scope representation so you can hire us for only the parts of your case you can't handle yourself. Cost shouldn't be the reason you go without proper legal representation — call (832) 529-1255 and we'll talk through options that fit your situation.

Texas law requires a mandatory 60-day waiting period between the day you file your petition and the day the court can finalize your divorce.

In practice, uncontested divorces typically finalize in 60–90 days. Contested cases — those involving custody disputes, disagreements over property, or one spouse who refuses to cooperate — generally take 6 to 18 months, depending on the complexity of the case and the Harris County court docket.

We understand that most of our clients are working families, not people with unlimited resources. We offer flat-fee structures for uncontested matters and third party financing (through LawPay) is available for contested cases.

We also offer limited-scope representation, sometimes called "unbundled" legal services, where you hire us for specific tasks like drafting a motion, representing you at a single hearing, or preparing your final decree — while you handle other parts of your case yourself. This can reduce total legal costs significantly. Call (832) 529-1255 to discuss what structure works best for your situation.

We regularly handle cases throughout the greater Houston area, including Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Waller, Brazos, and Grimes counties. Our office is located in northwest Houston at 8300 FM 1960 Road West, Suite 450 — convenient to Cypress, Willowbrook, Champions, Spring, Tomball, Klein, and the Cy-Fair area.

If your case is outside these counties, reach out anyway — we'll tell you honestly whether we're the right fit or refer you to an attorney who is.

Texas uses a specific percentage formula based on the paying parent's net monthly resources: 20% for one child, 25% for two, 30% for three, 35% for four, and 40% for five or more children. "Net resources" includes wages, salary, self-employment income, bonuses, and certain other sources, minus specific allowable deductions.

There is a cap on the amount of income used in the calculation, which is updated periodically by the Texas Attorney General. Self-employed parents or those with variable income have more complex calculations — if that's your situation, we can walk you through what a realistic support order would look like. Call (832) 529-1255 to discuss.

Texas doesn't use the word "custody" — we use "conservatorship." Joint managing conservatorship (JMC) is the legal default in Texas: both parents share decision-making rights about the child's education, healthcare, and religious upbringing.

Sole managing conservatorship (SMC) gives one parent exclusive rights to make these decisions — but it's only granted in specific situations, usually when there's been domestic violence, substance abuse, neglect, or a history that makes joint decision-making harmful to the child. Regardless of conservatorship type, the parent who has the child the majority of the time is called the "custodial parent" or "primary conservator," and typically determines the child's primary residence.

Probably not. Most Texas family law cases — even contested ones — settle out of court through negotiation or mediation. In fact, Texas courts now require mediation before trial in many counties, including Harris County.

Rachael is a trained family law mediator, so we prioritize resolution without the emotional and financial cost of a courtroom battle whenever possible. That said, when trial is necessary to protect your rights or your children, we're prepared — and we'll tell you honestly upfront which category your case likely falls into.

We listen. You tell us what's going on, and Attorney Rachael Aminu asks the questions that help her understand your situation — what you're worried about, what your goals are, what's already happened. We explain what your legal options are, including options that don't involve hiring us (sometimes that's the right answer).

If we're the right fit, we talk through next steps, pricing, and timeline. If we're not, we tell you and point you toward someone who is. No sales pressure — just honest information so you can decide what to do next.

Yes — we're a hybrid practice, meaning all consultations are available by phone, video, or in person. In-office meetings are available by appointment. Day-to-day communication with your attorney happens through a secure client portal, so you can message us after the kids are asleep instead of during your lunch break.

This structure is designed for working Houston families who can't easily take time off during traditional business hours.

Limited-scope representation — sometimes called "unbundled" legal services — means you hire an attorney for specific tasks rather than full representation of your entire case. For example, we might prepare and file a motion, represent you at a single hearing, draft your final decree, or coach you through a pro se appearance — while you handle other parts of the case yourself.

This can reduce your total legal costs significantly, and it's especially useful for uncontested matters or for people whose cases are mostly straightforward with just one or two complicated pieces. Most Houston firms won't offer this. We do, because we believe access to legal help shouldn't be all-or-nothing.

We focus on Texas family law, including divorce (contested and uncontested), child custody and conservatorship, child support establishment and modification, family law mediation, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, modifications of existing court orders, enforcement actions, protective orders, grandparents' rights, name changes, annulment, spousal support, termination of parental rights, and relocation cases.

We also handle family-based immigration matters — a rare combination of practice areas that is particularly valuable for Houston's immigrant families dealing with overlapping immigration and family law issues.

Rachael Aminu is the founding attorney of Aminu Law Firm, PLLC. She was selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars for six consecutive years (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026) — a distinction given to fewer than 2.5% of Texas attorneys who are either under 40 or have fewer than 10 years in practice.

She earned her law degree from Texas Southern University's Thurgood Marshall School of Law and is a trained mediator in civil and family disputes. Rachael is a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Houston Young Lawyers Association. She built the firm around a simple belief: every family deserves access to quality legal representation, regardless of whether they can take time off work to sit in a traditional law office.