When divorce turns into a legal battle, you need more than paperwork assistance — you need a trial-ready contested divorce attorney who knows how to protect your rights in court.
At Snodgrass Law Firm, we represent clients in high-conflict and contested divorce cases throughout Corpus Christi and Nueces County, Texas. If your spouse refuses to cooperate, hides assets, fights over custody, or forces court intervention, our firm is prepared to litigate aggressively and strategically on your behalf.
What Is a Contested Divorce in Texas?
A divorce becomes contested when spouses cannot agree on one or more critical issues, including:
Child custody and visitation
Child support
Division of property and debt
Spousal maintenance (alimony)
Temporary orders during the divorce
Allegations of misconduct, family violence, or fraud
In contested divorces, a judge — not the spouses — ultimately decides the outcome unless the case settles before trial.
If your divorce involves conflict, delay tactics, or courtroom hearings, you should assume it is contested and hire counsel accordingly.
Why Contested Divorces Require a Litigation-Focused Lawyer
Contested divorces are not resolved by filling out forms or hoping the other side “plays fair.” They require:
Many lawyers market themselves as “divorce attorneys” but primarily handle uncontested or agreed divorces. When a case becomes hostile, those attorneys often struggle.
At Snodgrass Law Firm, contested litigation is not an afterthought — it is a core focus.
Contact Snodgrass Law Firm, PLLC today to schedule a consultation and learn how experienced legal representation can make a meaningful difference in your family law case. Please email us at info@snodlaw.com or call or text us at 361-239-8332 to set up a consultation at our office, by phone, or on Zoom.
Common Contested Divorce Issues We Handle
🔹 Child Custody Disputes
Custody disputes are often the most emotionally charged part of a contested divorce. We represent parents in disputes involving:
Sole vs. joint managing conservatorship
Primary residence and geographic restrictions
Allegations of parental unfitness
Interference with visitation
Parental alienation
Emergency custody situations
Texas courts decide custody based on the best interests of the child, but that standard depends heavily on evidence and presentation. We help clients build strong, fact-driven custody cases.
🔹 Temporary Orders Hearings
Temporary orders control your life while the divorce is pending, including:
A bad temporary orders ruling can define the final outcome of your divorce. We prepare clients carefully and litigate temporary orders aggressively when necessary.
🔹 Property & Asset Division
Texas is a community property state — but that does not mean everything is split 50/50 automatically.
We handle contested property division involving:
If your spouse is concealing income, draining accounts, or disputing ownership, litigation may be unavoidable.
🔹 Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) Disputes
Spousal maintenance in Texas is limited and fact-specific. We represent both:
These cases often hinge on financial evidence, earning capacity, and credibility.
🔹 Enforcement of Family Law Orders
When a party fails to follow a court order, such as orders for child support, visitation, custody, or spousal maintenance, the court can step in to enforce compliance. Enforcement actions may include motions for enforcement, contempt proceedings, wage withholding, fines, make-up visitation, or even jail time in serious cases. If the other party is ignoring or violating a family law order, you do not have to handle it alone. An experienced family law attorney can help you enforce your rights, protect your children’s best interests, and hold the other party accountable under Texas law.
High-Conflict Divorce & Litigation Strategy
Some divorces are difficult. Others are high-conflict.
High-conflict divorces often involve:
In these cases, strong boundaries, strategic motion practice, and courtroom advocacy matter. Our firm focuses on controlling the litigation, not letting the case spiral.
For more information on contested divorces, see our Family Law Legal Articles, including “Contested Divorce in Texas: What It Means, How It Works, and How to Protect Yourself.”
The Contested Divorce Process in Nueces County
While every case is different, most contested divorces follow these steps:
Filing the divorce petition
Temporary orders hearings (if needed)
Discovery and evidence exchange
Mediation
Pre-trial motions and hearings
Trial, if settlement fails
We guide clients through each phase, explain expectations clearly, and prepare every case as if it may go to trial.
Why Choose Snodgrass Law Firm for a Contested Divorce?
✔ Litigation-focused representation
✔ Straightforward advice — no false promises
✔ Prepared for hearings, mediation, and trial
✔ Clear communication and strategic planning
We do not market ourselves as a “quick and easy divorce” firm. We represent clients whose cases require real advocacy.
Who We Represent
Our contested divorce clients often include:
Professionals and business owners
Parents facing serious custody disputes
Individuals dealing with dishonest or aggressive spouses
Clients who have already tried mediation or negotiation
If you expect your divorce to involve hearings, conflict, or trial preparation, we may be the right fit.
When to Contact a Contested Divorce Attorney
You should speak with a contested divorce lawyer immediately if:
Your spouse has hired an aggressive attorney
You’ve been served with divorce papers
Custody or visitation is being withheld
There are threats of protective orders
Your spouse is hiding assets or income
You’ve been scheduled for a temporary orders hearing
Early legal strategy often determines long-term results.
Contested Divorce Attorney Serving Corpus Christi & Surrounding Areas
Snodgrass Law Firm serves clients throughout:
All consultations are confidential.
Speak With a Corpus Christi Contested Divorce Lawyer Today
If your divorce is headed toward litigation — or already there — do not wait until damage is done.
📞 Call Snodgrass Law Firm today or
📩 Schedule a confidential consultation online
We help clients protect their rights when divorce becomes a legal fight, not just a filing.
Serving Corpus Christi and South Texas
Snodgrass Law Firm represents clients in contested divorce matters in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, and surrounding Coastal Bend communities.Practicing Family Law offers the privilege of helping clients through the most emotionally complicated period of their lives. If you would like assistance with any Family Law matter, contact Corpus Christi Divorce Attorney R.F. Michael Snodgrass at info@snodlaw.com or call or text us at 361-239-8332.
