Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC

Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, PC Flat fee divorce in Dallas — agreed AND contested cases. One price, agreed upfront. No hourly billing. No surprise bills. AltFee Modern Pricing Certified. Divorce.

Simplified. | chrislawyer.com/flat-fee-divorce At the Law Office of Chris Schmiedeke, we believe you deserve to know what your divorce will cost before we begin. That's why we offer flat fee pricing on every divorce case — including contested ones. Most attorneys charge by the hour. Every call, every email, every hearing adds up — and many clients are surprised by the final bill. We do it differen

tly. After 30+ years of handling divorce cases in Dallas County, we know what a case requires. We quote a flat fee at the start, and that's what you pay. We are AltFee Modern Pricing Certified, serving families across Dallas, Collin, and Denton Counties since 1993. Practice areas include divorce, child custody, property division, prenuptial agreements, and adoption. Simplified.

07/31/2026

Do you agree on everything in a divorce? Well, it will definitely be cheaper than a contested one (we’re sure you could have guessed that), but that doesn’t mean you don’t need a lawyer to look over everything. You need a lawyer to ask you those hard questions.

Why are you giving up property?
Why don’t you want the retirement?
Are you really sure about that?

We don’t want to make your agreed divorce a contested divorce, but we do want to put all your options in front of you so you can, at the least, make the best decisions possible for you.

Watch Chris explain all your options fully in this video.

Whether your divorce is agreed or contested, we can help you. Contact our office for your free consultation call.

"How is child support calculated?"In Texas it's a formula: a percentage of the paying parent's net resources — income af...
07/31/2026

"How is child support calculated?"

In Texas it's a formula: a percentage of the paying parent's net resources — income after taxes and the kids' health insurance, not gross pay. The percentage depends on how many children you have.

That's the starting point, not the final word. Get it run on your actual numbers before you agree to anything.

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07/30/2026

Think you don’t need a divorce lawyer because you both agree on everything? Are you sure? Are you really sure? Are you sure they aren’t working with a lawyer? Are they hiding something from you?

“You don’t know what you don’t know.” And when it comes to divorce, you reallllly want to know everything.

Chris breaks it down very clearly in this video why it’s great if you agree on everything, but you’ll still want a divorce lawyer.

Yes, it may be an investment, but one that protects your future forever.

Worried about how complicated your divorce could be? Don’t worry, we aim to simplify it in every possible way…including ...
07/29/2026

Worried about how complicated your divorce could be? Don’t worry, we aim to simplify it in every possible way…including the price!

Learn more on our website, or if you have questions specific to your case, set up a free consultation call with us.

So, you’re getting a divorce... and you’re probably worried about a lot of things, but one at the top of the list being:...
07/28/2026

So, you’re getting a divorce... and you’re probably worried about a lot of things, but one at the top of the list being: who gets the dog? The cat? Guinea pigs? Rabbits? Birds? Etc.? Such a hard question. Such a hard situation. We all love our furry friends 🐶🐱 so there is no easy solution. ⁣
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In the state of Texas, pets are looked at as property. In very rare cases, sometimes the Court will provide visitation rights. However, this is just if the Court wants to go the extra mile.⁣
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We have seen some clients find success when they determine their own schedule for who gets the furry friend and when. We suggest coming up with an agreement that lays out visitation times, transfer times, etc.⁣
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This way our beloved pup or kitty can keep on seeing both their owners and get love from all around! ❤️❤️❤️ ⁣

If you want more divorce solutions, we can help. We’re just a message or call us if you have a questions specific to YOU. ⁣
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07/27/2026

The biggest mistake people make in divorce usually happens before the case even gets started… they choose the wrong attorney.

They hire the lawyer who promises to “fight” or is very aggressive.

That sounds great… until you’re paying for every unnecessary battle.

The second biggest mistake? Letting anger make legal decisions. Fighting over things you don’t need or taking positions that aren’t going to work usually just means more time, more stress, and a bigger bill.

A good divorce strategy isn’t about winning every argument. It’s about getting to the finish line with the best outcome for your future.

In this video, Chris breaks down the mistakes that cost people the most and what to do instead.

"It's in my name, so it's mine."Not in Texas. Ownership isn't about whose name is on the account or title — it's about w...
07/27/2026

"It's in my name, so it's mine."

Not in Texas. Ownership isn't about whose name is on the account or title — it's about when and how you got it. Almost everything acquired during the marriage is community property, no matter the name attached.

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You may hear us talking a lot about our flat fee divorces for uncontested (agreed on) and contested divorces, but do you...
07/26/2026

You may hear us talking a lot about our flat fee divorces for uncontested (agreed on) and contested divorces, but do you really know the difference? Well, here it is ⬇️

The first thing both spouses need to agree on is whether they’re getting divorced. If one spouse wants a divorce and the other doesn’t, that doesn’t stop the divorce from happening. But if they refuse to participate or you can’t reach an agreement on the important issues, the case becomes contested.

For a divorce to be uncontested (also called an agreed divorce), you need to reach an agreement on all of the major issues, including:

• Property and debt division
• Child-related issues like custody, visitation, and child support (if you have children)

If you can’t agree on even one of those issues, your divorce will likely be contested and may require court involvement to resolve the disagreement.

Want to learn more about the differences and what they mean for your situation? Check out our website or set up a consultation with us so we can talk about your specific situation and if it will be contested or uncontested.

07/24/2026

If there’s one thing about Chris, he’s going to tell it to you straight. So, can you handle the divorce yourself? Well, sure you could, but you really, really should not.

Why is that? Well, Chris makes it perfectly clear in this video why you should hire a lawyer for your divorce. You miss something and those implications could last forever…

The full video is up on our U tube if you have more questions that need direct, honest answers. It’s just what we do here. ✔️

"Do I need a reason to get divorced?"No. Texas is a no-fault state.You can file on "insupportability" — legal shorthand ...
07/24/2026

"Do I need a reason to get divorced?"

No. Texas is a no-fault state.

You can file on "insupportability" — legal shorthand for the marriage just isn't working. You don't have to prove your spouse cheated, lied, or did anything wrong. You don't need their agreement either.

Fault grounds still exist — adultery, cruelty, abandonment, a felony conviction. You can plead them, and they can affect how the property gets divided. But they aren't required to end the marriage, and chasing them isn't always worth the cost and the fight.

A lot of people think they're stuck until they can "prove" something. You're not. The question isn't whether you have a reason — it's whether pleading fault actually helps your case. That's a conversation worth having before you file.

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