Southlake Family Lawyers
Creative and Committed Advocates for Your Family
At the Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC, our team strives to serve your family with all your legal needs in Southlake. Family law concerns are deeply unique and personal, and we understand how challenging these situations can be. Our lawyers are committed to understanding your needs and goals and helping you secure a positive and safe future for you and your family.
Our family law attorneys have extensive experience in a wide range of cases, including divorce and paternity. We stay up to date with laws and policies that can impact this type of case. We take time to understand your expectations and we can guide you through any legal process relevant to your situation.
If you need an attentive family law attorney in Southlake, contact The Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC, today at (817) 497-8148 to schedule a consultation. Se Habla Español.
Our Family Law Services in Southlake
At The Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC, we believe in tailoring a strategy to your specific needs. We are available to assist you outside of court and represent you before a court during hearings. Our lawyers can support you whether you and your spouse opt for an uncontested or contested divorce. We can advise you during an amicable divorce or stand up for your rights and assets if you go through litigation.
Our family law services in Southlake include:
- Divorce
- Child custody
- Visitation, possession, and access
- Temporary Orders
- Property Division
- Paternity
We are available to support you after your divorce if you need to request modifications to a court order. Our attorneys understand how situations can change over time, and we continue to provide legal representation whenever you need it to protect your family.
In addition to divorce matters, our family law services also include advocating for grandparents’ rights. We understand how the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren can enrich your life, and we can explore solutions to support you maintain this bond.
If you are looking to adopt a child, our family law attorneys can guide you throughout the process of expanding your family. We can handle various types of adoption such as domestic adoption through foster care or a private agency. Our lawyers can also support you if you want to adopt internationally.
We offer estate planning solutions to organize your assets and their distribution to specific beneficiaries after you pass away. This can also involve designating a legal guardian for any minor child you have. Our lawyers can also assist you during probate, the legal process to distribute assets and settle debts after someone’s death.
Talk to Our Southlake Family Law Attorneys Today
Clear communication is central to our approach, and we want to empower you to make informed decisions. We have a family law FAQ page available that covers a variety of topics. Do not hesitate to ask any questions you have during our consultations or via email or phone. We are committed to supporting you and your family.
While certain family law matters do not legally require you to hire an attorney, we always recommend that you work with one. At The Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC, our lawyers bring decades of combined experience to ensure you meet all requirements in a specific legal process and that the result respects your rights and benefits your assets. Family law can be more complex than it may seem at first sight, and our attorneys are dedicated to advocating for you and your family at every step of your case.
Contact The Law Offices of Mark M. Childress, PLLC , today at (817) 497-8148 to schedule a family law consultation in Southlake. Se Habla Español.
Meet Our Team
Dedicated Legal Professionals-
Mark M. Childress Mark M. Childress
Founding Attorney
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Desiree A. Hartwigsen Desiree A. Hartwigsen
Managing Attorney
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Elizabeth C. Barr Elizabeth C. Barr
Senior Litigator
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Sarah E. Robbins Sarah E. Robbins
Senior Litigator
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Konnor N. Lee Konnor N. Lee
Supervising Attorney
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Laura E. Richardson Laura E. Richardson
Lead Litigator
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Melissa S. Mozingo Melissa S. Mozingo
Lead Litigator
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Amie M. Wilson Amie M. Wilson
Senior Paralegal
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Kristie M. Falbo Kristie M. Falbo
Lead Litigator
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Rick J. Mitchell Rick J. Mitchell
Senior Litigator
Why Choose Us for Your Family Matters?
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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.
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Transparency
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.
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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.
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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.

