Family Law Attorney Serving Dallas County

When you are facing a divorce, a custody dispute, or any significant family law matter in Dallas County, the decisions made in the early weeks often shape everything that follows. Interim arrangements become baselines. Early disclosure positions lock in valuation frameworks. Having attorneys who anticipate those dynamics, not react to them, is what makes the difference.

The Ramage Law Group represents Dallas County families from our offices in McKinney and Frisco. Many of our Dallas County clients prefer phone or video conversations as a starting point, while others choose to meet in person at one of our offices. Both options are available, and the format that fits your situation is the one we use.

McKinney: (972) 737-4995 | Frisco: (972) 736-9808 | Schedule a consultation

Family Law Services for Dallas County Families

Explore the practice areas below to learn more about our approach and the types of cases we handle.

Divorce — High-asset, high-conflict, and collaborative approaches
Child custody — Parenting plans, custody strategy, and post-judgment modifications
Child support — Guideline calculations, deviations, and enforcement in Texas
Property division — Business valuation, retirement accounts, and complex marital estates
Collaborative divorce — Out-of-court resolution with financial and mental health professionals
Adoption and extended family rights — Adoption representation and kinship matters.
Special education law — IEP disputes, due process, and school rights for children with disabilities

How We Serve Dallas County Families

From Our McKinney and Frisco Offices

McKinney

8951 Collin McKinney Parkway, Suite 1401

McKinney, TX 75070

Phone: (972) 737-4995

Frisco

9555 Lebanon Road, Suite 301

Frisco, TX 75035

Phone: (972) 736-9808

Either office can handle your Dallas County matter, and clients across the county work with us in the format that fits their schedule and preferences.

Travel and In-Person Meetings

Dallas County family law cases are filed and heard in Dallas County. We travel to Dallas County courts for hearings, mediation, and other appearances. Preparation work, document review, and ongoing communication happen in the format that works best for you, whether that’s phone, video, in person at one of our offices, or some combination.

Dallas County Courts

Family law matters for Dallas County residents, including divorce, custody, SAPCR (Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship), child support, and modifications, are filed with the Dallas County District Clerk and heard in the Dallas County family courts in downtown Dallas.

Note on Dallas County Venue

Dallas County has multiple family district courts. Which court hears your case is determined at filing. We confirm the assigned court and judge early and plan around that court’s specific procedures.

Important — Split-County Cities

Several cities in this region cross county lines. Most of Richardson is Dallas County, with the northeastern portion in Collin County. Most of Plano is Collin County, with the southern portion in Dallas County. The county line determines where your case is filed. Your property tax statement and voter registration both list your county. We confirm venue at the start of every inquiry from a split-county city.

Dallas County Communities We Serve

Our McKinney and Frisco offices serve Dallas County families across the metro, including:

Dallas
Richardson (Dallas County portion)
Garland
Mesquite
Rowlett
Addison
Carrollton
Farmers Branch
University Park
Highland Park
Duncanville
Lancaster
Cedar Hill
DeSoto

If your Dallas County community isn’t listed, call either office. We serve the full county.

Why Dallas County Families Choose The Ramage Law Group

Dallas County concentrates some of the most procedurally and economically demanding family law situations in Texas. Closely held businesses, executive compensation, stock-based pay, multi-state property holdings, and corporate practices with partnership interests are common. We handle these as core work.

Built for Dallas County’s asset profiles

Closely held businesses in North Dallas. Executive compensation and equity in Addison and the Park Cities. Multi-state property holdings. Professional practices with partnership interests. The preparation these matters require, including thorough valuation, careful disclosure analysis, and division planning, is built into how this firm works.

Special education law in Dallas County

Our founder spent 12 years as a special education hearing officer and mediator before founding this practice. Special education law is a core practice area here—not an extension of family law. Whether the matter involves Dallas ISD, Richardson ISD, Highland Park ISD, Carrollton-Farmers Branch, or another Dallas County district, we handle IEP disputes, due process hearings, and school rights as a standalone service.

Early decisions matter

Decisions made in the first weeks of a Dallas County family law case often determine outcomes months later. Early disclosure positions lock in valuation frameworks. Interim custody arrangements set baselines. We anticipate those dynamics so they don’t become constraints later.

Selective about the cases we take

If we cannot commit ourselves 100% to your case, we will not take it.

What to Expect When You Call

Your call reaches a member of our intake team, someone whose job is to hear your full situation before the legal conversation begins. You will be heard before we start analyzing.

The consultation is a real legal conversation. We will tell you what your matter involves, what the realistic path looks like, and what it means to have this firm in your corner. We speak the truth with compassion: you hear what you need to hear, not what is easiest to say. You leave with a clear picture of your next steps.

Many Dallas County clients begin with a phone or video conversation, and many others prefer to meet in person at our McKinney or Frisco office. Both options are available at every stage of your case.

McKinney: (972) 737-4995 | Frisco: (972) 736-9808 | Schedule a consultation

Frequently Asked Questions — Dallas County

Where are Dallas County family law cases filed?

Dallas County family law cases are filed with the Dallas County District Clerk and heard in the Dallas County family courts in downtown Dallas. The specific court assignment is determined at filing, and we confirm the court and judge early in every matter.

I am in Richardson (or Plano). Am I in Dallas County or Collin County?

It depends on which part of the city you live in. Most of Richardson is Dallas County. Most of Plano is Collin County. The northeastern part of Richardson and the southern part of Plano cross into the other county. Your property tax statement and voter registration both list your county, and confirming venue is the first step of every inquiry from a split-county city.

Do I have to drive to McKinney or Frisco for a consultation?

No, although many clients prefer to. Many Dallas County clients begin with a phone or video conversation, and many others prefer to meet in person at our McKinney or Frisco office. Both options are available at every stage of your case.

My divorce involves stock options, a closely held business, or complex compensation. Is that something you handle?

Yes. Executive compensation, stock options, RSUs, deferred pay, partnership interests, and closely held business ownership are common in Dallas County divorces and are part of the work this firm regularly handles.

How quickly can you talk to me?

Usually within a business day. If your situation is time-sensitive, including opposing counsel already engaged or a filing imminent, please mention that when you call so we can prioritize.

Can you handle both a divorce and a school-related dispute?

Yes. Special education law is a core practice area at this firm. Our founder’s background as a special education hearing officer and mediator means we understand the administrative process from the inside: IEP disputes, placement disagreements, due process hearings, and school rights for children with disabilities, handled on its own terms.

Serving Families Across North Texas

We also serve families in Collin County, Denton County, Tarrant County, Rockwall County, and Kaufman County. For families in adjacent Texas counties not listed, call either office to confirm whether we can help.

Serving Families Across North Texas

What Our Clients Say

Hear from families who trusted us with their Family Law matter.

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   Tania Ramon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Words cannot truly express the gratitude I have for Claudia Brice and the Ramage Law Group. They stood by me through a year long custody battle that was one of the hardest seasons of my life. When my son’s dad tried to take away the most important person in my world just to avoid child support, I knew I needed someone strong, relentless, and compassionate and that’s exactly what I found.  I had the privilege of working closely with Claudia Brice, Jackie Bell, and Caitlyn Politz, and every single one of them went above and beyond. They were organized, responsive, and immediately took action to protect my son and me. They made me feel cared for not just as a client but as a person.

Claudia is more than just an attorney she is a SUPERWOMAN in law and a true fighter with the heart of a protector. She is humble, kind, and understanding, yet fierce in the courtroom. She made sure I understood my rights and options every step of the way and even in the middle of all the stress and heartache, her funny sense of humor made me laugh when I thought I couldn’t anymore. Sitting beside her in court, I felt a peace and confidence I never thought I’d feel during such a painful time, because I knew she was fighting as if it were her own family on the line.

I will forever recommend Claudia Brice and the Ramage Law Group to anyone facing a family battle. Claudia, thank you from the bottom of my heart! ❤️
  
 
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   tatiana mwamba 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Ms. Thomas, Attorney at Law, and the entire Ramage team ,for their outstanding representation of my daughter’s interests. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication were instrumental in the successful resolution of our case.
From our very first meeting, I was impressed by their attentive listening and thoughtful understanding of the complex issues involved. Their wise counsel brought me peace of mind throughout the process, and their ongoing support and availability made a difficult time much easier.
Thank you again for everything. I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone seeking high-quality legal assistance.
  
 
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   Amanda Rose 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I needed an attorney for Family Court a high conflict custody case. Kaitlyn Thomas was great to work with for my meetings and mediation. Time is of the essence when dealing with young children and their futures and my advice is to act quickly. In every way, Kaitlyn was knowledgeable and quick to handling all my needs and would highly recommend her and the Ramage Law Group.
  
 
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   Gav 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thomas Fine was candid, empathetic and knowledgeable. I appreciate his help and the Rammage Law Group as a whole as everyone I spoke with was there to listen and assist.
  
 
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   James R. Newman 
 
 
 
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   Alexandra McShurley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Although I did not sign the contract and chose a different lawyer, I can say that the Ramage law group is very responsive and dedicated to help solve your legal challenges.
Noteworthy is Crystal the Client intake coordinator, who is very polite, responsive and supportive. This is a team who I believe would have your back from start to finish and make sure you are informed of every document, response, hearing, option or challenge especially in a timely manner and make sure that they are advocating and fighting for your rights every step of they way.
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   natalee cunningham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was such a pleasure with speaking with Amy in regards to my legal matter. She was very clear, knowledgeable, and helped put me at ease. I will definitely be working with her and the firm again in the future, if needed.