TLC Law, PLLC

03/19/2026

A lot of people assume that if their divorce or custody case is uncontested, they don’t need a lawyer.

But the issue usually isn’t the agreement itself, it’s how that agreement is written.

In Texas family law, vague or poorly written orders can cause serious issues later involving:

• Child custody rights
• Decision-making authority
• Property responsibilities like mortgages

We wrote a new article explaining why many East Texas pro se cases run into trouble and how uncontested cases can often be handled smoothly with the right guidance.

If you’re dealing with a divorce or custody matter in Tyler or East Texas, it’s worth a quick read. See first comment

03/13/2026

Every week in courtrooms around East Texas, more people are showing up without attorneys listed next to their names.

They’re handling their own divorce or custody cases, which is called going “pro se.”

Sometimes it works out.
But many times small mistakes in the paperwork cause big problems later.

In our latest article, we explain:
• Why uncontested cases still need careful drafting
• The common mistakes people make when filing on their own
• When a lawyer can actually save you time and money

If you're thinking about handling an uncontested divorce or custody case, this is worth a quick read

Need help with an uncontested divorce or custody case in East Texas? Learn the common mistakes pro se litigants make and when a Tyler family lawyer can help.

08/28/2025

02/02/2023

“You’ve been served.” Individuals all around East Texas, Smith County and Tyler can relate. This is how lawsuits of all types start. But when it’s a divorce you’ve been served with, it’s vital that you make the right decisions every step of the way. Your decisions from here on out can change the result of your case. This post answers some of the most common initial questions you may have when you get served with a divorce in Tyler, Texas or in the numerous counties around Smith County and Tyler.

https://www.tlclawyers.com/family-law/served-divorce-tyler-tx/

Tips on navigating divorce in Tyler, Texas. Better understand your paperwork, how to seek legal representation and learn more about the divorce process.

06/15/2021

Did you hear? We moved to 112 E Line St, Suite 302. Here are a few pictures of our new office

05/31/2021

We've moved! Starting tomorrow, we will be in our new office, offering the same services for your legal needs.

Find us at:
TLC Law, PLLC
112 E Line St, Ste 302
Tyler, TX 75702

05/28/2021

Effective June 1, our office is moving to a new location: 112 E Line Street, Suite 302 in Tyler! It is across the street from the Chamber of Commerce and Discovery Science Center.

01/07/2021

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