Texas divorces can feel overwhelming before you even file the first document. My new e‑book, Texas Divorce Basics, 2026 Edition, is designed to give you a clear, practical roadmap to help you understand what’s ahead and make calmer, more informed decisions.
Why I wrote this e‑book
After more than 15 years practicing family law in Texas and New York, I’ve heard the same questions again and again: “What happens to my kids?” “Can I afford to leave?” “Do I really need a lawyer?” “How long will this take?”
This e‑book grew out of those conversations. I wanted a resource you can read on your own time that explains the Texas divorce process in plain English, sets realistic expectations about timelines and outcomes, and helps you avoid common mistakes that cause delays and extra stress. It’s not meant to replace a lawyer, but to help you feel more prepared if and when you meet with one.
What’s inside
The book follows the life of a typical Texas divorce from start to finish, with examples, checklists, and practical tips you can apply to your own situation. Topics include:
- Deciding whether to file now or wait, including safety, financial, and parenting considerations.
- Grounds for divorce and “no‑fault” in Texas, and why “insupportability” is used so often.
- Basic residency rules and where to file your case.
- The step‑by‑step divorce process, from the Original Petition through temporary orders, mediation, and final trial.
- Community property and the division of assets and debts.
- Spousal maintenance (alimony) basics.
- Children, custody, visitation, and child support.
- The role of temporary orders while your case is pending.
- Mediation and settlement, and why most cases do not go to trial.
- Safety, privacy, and digital issues, including shared accounts, devices, and social media.
Who this e‑book is for
Texas Divorce Basics, 2026 Edition is written for people in Texas who are:
- Considering divorce, but haven’t made a final decision.
- Just served with divorce papers and trying to make sense of it all.
- Looking for a clear, Texas‑specific explanation of how the process actually works.
You don’t need any legal background to understand it. My goal is to talk to you the way I talk to clients in my office: directly, honestly, and with an emphasis on lowering anxiety, not increasing it.
A quick but important note
This e‑book is general information, not legal advice for your specific case. It can’t replace a confidential consultation, safety planning in situations involving family violence, or professional tax, financial, or mental health advice. Think of it as a strong foundation that helps you ask better questions and make better use of any professional help you choose to seek.
When it will be available
Texas Divorce Basics, 2026 Edition, is finished and will be released for purchase soon. Once it’s available, I’ll post a link on my website so you can download it directly to your device.
If you’re in Texas and considering divorce—or already involved in a case—and would like to talk about your situation, you’re welcome to contact my office to schedule a consultation. Whether or not you ever buy the e‑book, my goal is to help you understand your options and take your next step with more clarity and less fear.
Steve Buitron