Business Details
48 Years
experience
Houston Family Law Attorneys Since 1978
Since 1978, C.E. Schmidt & Associates has provided dedicated family law representation in Houston and surrounding areas. Our team of experienced attorneys combines decades of legal expertise with a compassionate approach to guide clients through divorce, child custody, and other family law matters. With over 44 years of practice in Texas, we prioritize honest counsel and strategic advocacy to protect our clients' interests. Our collaborative team approach leverages both legal acumen and real-world experience to achieve favorable outcomes. We maintain transparency throughout the process, offering realistic assessments grounded in extensive trial experience.Our firm serves Harris County, Fort Bend, Montgomery County, and communities like Katy, Sugarland, and Spring. By focusing exclusively on family law, we deliver specialized knowledge tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successfully navigating complex cases involving property division, high-net-worth divorces, and child custody arrangements. We empower clients with clear guidance while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Property Division
SAPCR
High Net Worth Divorce
Prenuptial Agreements
Adoption
Power of Attorney
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Experienced since 1978 in Houston family law matters
- Team approach combining legal and life experience
- Trial-ready attorneys with extensive courtroom experience
- Personalized support for emotionally challenging cases
- Corporate background enhancing complex financial case handling
What people say
Excellent divorce attorney
Personable, professional
Knowledgeable
Helpful staff
Great at educating
Services
Divorce Representation
Our experienced attorneys guide clients through contested and uncontested divorces in Texas. We handle complex asset division, spousal maintenance, and child-related issues while protecting clients' rights. With decades of courtroom experience, we provide realistic assessments and strategic representation tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in child custody matters focusing on the child's best interests. Our team handles primary custody determinations, visitation rights, and modification cases. We help establish stable parenting arrangements considering each family's specific needs and circumstances in Texas courts.
Property Division
Our firm specializes in equitable distribution of marital assets in Texas divorces. We handle complex financial portfolios, business valuations, and luxury asset division. We protect clients' interests in community property matters while ensuring fair outcomes through negotiation or litigation.
SAPCR Cases
We represent clients in Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship cases. Our attorneys handle custody establishment, modification, and enforcement matters. We guide clients through Texas family court procedures to create or adjust parenting plans that serve children's best interests.
Child Support
We assist with child support establishment, modification, and enforcement in Texas. Our team calculates support obligations based on income, custody arrangements, and children's needs. We help clients navigate Texas Child Support Guidelines and court procedures to ensure fair financial arrangements.
People
C. Eric Schmidt
Senior Partner
Licensed Texas attorney since 1980 with over 40 years of legal practice. Specializes in family law after extensive experience in commercial litigation. Provides strategic guidance in complex divorce and custody cases.
Michelle Schmidt
Attorney
Former paralegal with 30+ years experience who joined the firm in 1984. Combines corporate background with family law expertise. Handles divorce cases with focus on financial and operational considerations.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, child support, property division, SAPCR cases, prenuptial agreements, adoption, and power of attorney matters in Texas.
How are child custody decisions made in Texas?
Texas courts determine custody based on the child's best interests, considering parental capabilities, existing relationships, and the child's needs.
Do I need a lawyer for a Texas divorce?
While not required, legal representation helps protect rights, handle complex paperwork, and achieve fair outcomes, especially in contested cases.
How long does a Texas divorce take?
Minimum 60 days with average timelines varying based on case complexity and whether it's contested or uncontested.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Houston, Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, and surrounding Texas areas including Katy, Sugarland, and Spring.
What experience does your team have?
Our attorneys have over 80 combined years of Texas legal experience, including 40+ years each for our senior partners in family law practice.
