Answers to common questions from NKH Law Firm, a Houston family law firm led by attorney Narmeen Hussein, serving Harris County and Fort Bend County in English and Arabic. Tap a question to see the answer.
What to expect when you meet with us.
We handle:
At this time, we are not taking cases involving the following:
Narmeen Hussein brings a rare blend of legal and psychological expertise. Her background as a therapist helps her understand client stress and emotional needs intimately, allowing her to combine empathy with strong advocacy throughout the divorce process. Narmeen also speaks Arabic and can communicate with clients who may speak primarily in Arabic.
Consultations are generally scheduled during normal business hours. Limited exceptions may be available upon request.
The consultation is an opportunity for you to share the general facts of your situation and ask questions. The attorney will provide an overview of the divorce or custody process and explain what steps typically occur in these cases. The advice given will remain general, since the consultation is not intended to provide detailed or case-specific strategy.
All consultations are conducted virtually via phone call or a secure video platform. This allows you to attend from the privacy of your own home or office without the need to travel.
No. For confidentiality and attorney–client privilege purposes, third parties (including friends, family, or partners) should not be present on the call. This ensures that the information shared remains private and legally protected.
You will receive general guidance about the divorce or custody process, timelines, and what to expect. Detailed strategy and tailored legal advice are reserved for clients who retain the firm.
You do not need to have every detail ready, but it is helpful to:
Not during the initial consultation. However, having a general idea of your income, expenses, and assets can help guide the discussion. Detailed financial documents will be needed later in the process if you retain the firm.
Consultations usually last no longer than 30 minutes, depending on your questions.
Yes. Even if you do not hire the firm, anything you discuss during the consultation remains confidential under attorney–client privilege, as long as no third party is present.
If you decide to hire the firm, the next step is signing a representation agreement and paying a retainer. Only then does the attorney–client relationship formally begin.
No. An attorney cannot represent both parties in a divorce, even if it’s uncontested. The attorney may represent one spouse, while the other should seek separate legal advice.
If your spouse has previously consulted with the firm, there may be a conflict of interest, and representation may not be possible. The firm will do its best to run a conflict check before scheduling your consultation.
Absolutely. Many people schedule a consultation simply to understand their rights, the legal process, and their options before making decisions.
How Texas family law generally works.
Texas generally requires a 60-day waiting period after the divorce petition is filed before a judge can grant the divorce. An uncontested divorce is often finished a few months after filing. A contested divorce, where spouses disagree about property, custody or support, usually takes longer and depends on the court’s schedule and how quickly issues are resolved.
Generally, one spouse must have lived in Texas for at least six months and in the county where the case is filed for at least 90 days before filing.
Yes. Property acquired by either spouse during the marriage is presumed to be community property. Separate property generally includes what a spouse owned before the marriage and gifts or inheritances received during it. In a divorce, the court divides the community estate in a way it considers just and right.
The court’s main consideration is the best interest of the child. Texas presumes that naming both parents as joint managing conservators is in the child’s best interest, though that presumption can be overcome. Parents can agree on a schedule, or the court may order the Standard Possession Order. Preview a schedule with our Texas Possession Calendar.
Texas uses guideline percentages of 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, with adjustments when that parent supports other children. Courts can depart from the guidelines in some situations. Try our Texas Child Support Calculator for an estimate.
Yes, through a modification case. Courts generally look for a material and substantial change in circumstances since the last order. For child support, a change may also be possible when at least three years have passed and the guideline amount would differ by 20% or $100 from the current order.
Texas does not require you to have a lawyer, but mistakes in a divorce decree can be costly and hard to fix. NKH Law Firm handles uncontested divorces for a flat fee. Learn more about uncontested divorce in Houston.
Yes. NKH Law Firm handles family law cases in both Harris County and Fort Bend County. See Fort Bend County divorce.
Yes. Attorney Narmeen Hussein speaks Arabic and works with many Arabic-speaking families across Greater Houston. See Arabic-speaking family lawyer.
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Related: Houston divorce | Houston child custody | Uncontested divorce
General information, not legal advice. Every case is different; talk with an attorney about your situation.