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Biography
I was born in Dallas and spent most of my life there. I moved to Denver halfway through first grade but returned to Plano during my junior year of high school. I graduated from Plano Senior High in 1984, then pursued my studies at Richland College and the University of North Texas, where I earned a Bachelor of Business Administration. Following that, I attended Texas Tech University School of Law and obtained my law license in May 1993.
Education
- Texas Tech University School of Law
- J.D.
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Professional Experience
- Founder
- Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC
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- Williamson, Wewers & Schmiedeke
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- Founder
- Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Technology Weblinks
- Texas Bar Journal
Awards
- Best Lawyer
- EXPERTISE
- Top 3 Divorce Lawyers in Dallas
- THREE BEST RATED
- Top Pro
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Professional Associations
- Texas State Bar # 00786232
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Texas
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Fees
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Free Consultation
All phone and Zoom meetings are free. In-person consults may require a fee. - Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Contested Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. What are my options for a divorce?
- A: If you were to file for divorce, you could ask for temporary spousal support to help pay bills similar to what is going on now. I am not sure how long you have been married, so I am not sure if spousal maintenance after the divorce is on the table. If you have been married longer than 10 years, then it is. And of course, there is always child support,
One thing to be very careful of is knowing your family's financial limitations. If your husband makes a lot of money, no problem, but if he does not, there might not be enough money to pay for two households.
If funds are limited, you may need to start looking into getting back into the work force or extending your education.
- Q. I really need a lawyer to review the divorce paperwork my husband dropped off before signing. How much does it cost?
- A: Some attorneys will review the paperwork for an hourly fee. However, that would only be worth it if you agreed to the terms. If you do not agree to the terms, you would have to take your case before a judge to decide. That will cost substantially more money.
- Q. Can I use liquid paper or tape on original petition for divorce or do I need to redo the whole page?
- A: Redo the page. Never a good idea to have it look like any manipulation has gone on.
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- Divorce.Simplified.
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