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Best Divorce Lawyers in Fort Worth - Expertise 2020
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Fort Worth Divorce Attorney

Full-Service Family Law Representation

At Law Office of Mark M. Childress, PLLC., we strive to be the most effective and personable law firm in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. If you are looking for a law firm that has left the bureaucracy and red tape behind, you have come to the right place. Call today to speak directly to one of our experienced family law attorneys serving Tarrant County, Parker County, Johnson County, and Wise County.

Our team is led by knowledgeable family law attorneys who are ready to help you identify your goals and create a strategy for achieving them. We are prepared to go the distance to make sure you receive the best possible outcome for you and your children.

Do you have questions about your divorce, child custody or another family law issue? Call for an initial consultation with our dedicated Fort Worth family law attorney.

Our Attorneys Are Members Of:

Tarrant County Bar Association
American Bar Association

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Direct Contact With Your Lawyer

Going through a divorce or struggling to protect your children can be challenging. It is easy to understand why you would benefit from having someone to talk to about what you are going through. When you choose our firm to handle your family law issues you, you are choosing a firm that puts your best interests first.

We provide our clients with solutions to all types of family law issues, including those involving complex assets and estates. Our family law practice includes:

We are a firm that prepares each case for every possible twist and turn to make sure that we are able to serve our clients' interests. Whether your case can be settled amicably or it is in your best interest to go to trial, we will be your strongest advocate every step of the way.

Experience The Law Office of Mark M. Childress, PLLC., Difference

We welcome the opportunity to put your mind at ease and learn more about how we can help you. Contact us today to arrange your initial consultation.

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What Former Clients Have to Say

“Mark was there to answer every question, every phone call and did it in a way that I felt as if I were his only client.”
- Kelley C.
“I highly recommend him and his staff. They are courteous, prompt and they care.”
- Bobby N.
“This guy is amazing. In a matter of minutes, he accomplished what no other attorney could in 6 years.”
- Heather S.

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Meet Our Team

Dedicated Family Law Professionals

Mark M. Childress
Desiree A. Hartwigsen
Elizabeth C. Barr
Sarah E. Robbins
Amie M. Wilson

Mark M. Childress Mark M. Childress
Founding Attorney

Areas of Practice Divorce Complex Divorce Family Law Custody & Visitation Property Division Adoption Military Divorce ...

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Desiree A. Hartwigsen Desiree A. Hartwigsen
Associate Attorney

Desiree A. Hartwigsen grew up in Stephenville, Texas where she graduated from Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. During her time at Tarleton, Desiree studied abroad in London, England at Queen Mary’s University where she studied Comparative Criminal Justice.

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Elizabeth C. Barr Elizabeth C. Barr
Associate Attorney

Elizabeth C. Barr is a Dallas/Fort Worth native. She attended college at the University of North Texas where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Elizabeth’s eagerness to learn lead her to law school at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law where she obtained her Juris Doctorate Degree. While in law school Elizabeth knew she wanted to practice family law.

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Sarah E. Robbins Sarah E. Robbins
Associate Attorney

Sarah E. Robbins is the newest member of the team at the Law Office of Mark M. Childress, PLLC. She was born and raised in Colorado where she graduated from the University of Colorado with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and a minor in communications. After a visit to her uncle’s law office at the age of six, Sarah decided to follow in her uncle’s footsteps and become a lawyer.

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Amie M. Wilson Amie M. Wilson
Paralegal

Amie began working in family law as a receptionist in a small private practice where she was tasked with answering the telephone, corresponding with clients and court staff and handling a multitude of other administrative duties. Amie’s ability to multitask and her attention to detail lead her to be tasked with handling an overflow of paralegal work.

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About Us

Why Choose Us for Your Family Matters?

Direct Access To Your Attorney
Our Attorneys personally handle each case themselves. You will have direct access to your attorney to be able to get the answers that you need.
Transparancy
Honesty and transparency are critical in building trust with your attorney. You will always know what is going on with your case every step of the way.
Team Oriented
At our firm you're not just a case number, our staff will always know the status of your case and help to make your situation more manageable.
Personalized Approach
Our team understands that no two cases are the same. Your strategy will be tailored specifically to you and your family's goals.