Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Dallas, TX
Jackson Law Group has been dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in family law matters since 1994. Our firm, led by board-certified attorney Earl N. Jackson, specializes in divorce, child custody, child support, property division, annulment, and step-parent adoption cases. With decades of combined experience, we approach each case with personalized attention, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance tailored to their unique circumstances. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our certification by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction earned through rigorous evaluation of our expertise and client advocacy.We prioritize client needs, offering compassionate support while aggressively protecting rights in court. Our track record of successful outcomes in complex family law disputes underscores our dedication to achieving favorable resolutions. Located in Dallas, we serve clients across North Texas, including Dallas, Collin, Denton, Kaufman, and Tarrant Counties, with a focus on delivering transparent, ethical legal services.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody Advocacy
Child Support Guidance
Property Division
Annulment Cases
Step-Parent Adoption
Enforcement Actions
Contempt Defense
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in Texas family law.
- Our attorneys are board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
- We provide personalized legal strategies for each client's unique situation.
- We have successfully represented clients in complex custody and property disputes.
- We offer compassionate guidance while aggressively advocating for client rights.
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Saved my family
Compassionate guidance
Aggressive advocacy
Successful custody outcomes
Ethical practice
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive legal representation for divorce proceedings, including fault and no-fault divorces. We guide clients through property division, spousal maintenance, and custody arrangements while protecting their rights. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling complex asset divisions and contested divorces in Texas courts.
Child Custody Advocacy
We advocate for clients in child custody disputes, focusing on the child's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our team helps establish possession schedules, geographic restrictions, and decision-making authority. We have successfully represented both mothers and fathers in contested custody cases.
Child Support Guidance
Our attorneys provide clear guidance on Texas child support guidelines and help clients understand their obligations or entitlements. We handle support modifications, enforcement actions, and complex cases involving multiple children or high-income earners while ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Property Division
We assist clients with dividing community and separate property during divorce proceedings. Our team handles complex financial assets, business valuations, and property tracing while ensuring equitable distribution according to Texas law.
Step-Parent Adoption
Our firm guides clients through the step-parent adoption process, including termination of parental rights and legal formalities. We handle required social studies, criminal background checks, and court appearances to help families legally formalize their relationships.
People
Earl N. Jackson
Board-Certified Family Law Attorney
Earl N. Jackson, a board-certified family law specialist, has practiced law since graduating in the top 10% of his class at Texas A&M University School of Law. With over 25 years of experience, he represents clients in divorce, custody, and adoption cases while maintaining active involvement in legal associations and community service through the Boy Scouts of America.
Questions
What types of family law cases do you handle?
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, child support, property division, annulment, and step-parent adoption cases across North Texas.
How does child custody work in Texas?
Texas courts determine custody based on the child's best interests, considering factors like primary caregiving responsibilities and each parent's ability to meet the child's needs.
How is child support calculated in Texas?
Texas uses net income guidelines with percentages based on the number of children, typically 20% for one child increasing to 30% for three children.
What is the difference between community and separate property?
Community property includes assets acquired during marriage, while separate property includes assets owned before marriage or received as gifts or inheritances.
Can you help with out-of-state custody cases?
Yes, we handle interstate custody matters under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act and have experience representing clients across state lines.
What is the step-parent adoption process?
The process involves terminating the biological parent's rights and completing social studies, criminal background checks, and court appearances to legally formalize the adoption.
