Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Houston Family Law Attorney
The Tholstrup Law Firm has dedicated its practice to Texas divorce and family law for over 25 years, serving clients throughout Houston and surrounding counties. Our team combines extensive courtroom experience with personalized service to address complex legal matters such as child custody, property division, and adoption. We prioritize client education, ensuring individuals understand their rights and options while navigating emotionally challenging situations.Our commitment to responsive communication and strategic advocacy has earned us a reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in both contested and uncontested cases. With thousands of cases resolved through trials, mediation, and collaborative methods, we provide tailored solutions that protect clients' interests in matters involving family relationships, finances, and future well-being.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Adoption
Child Support
Property Division
Collaborative Divorce
Mediation
Prenuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in Texas family law courts
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies for complex cases
- We offer free initial consultations with experienced attorneys
- Our practice focuses exclusively on family law matters
- We combine litigation expertise with mediation and collaborative methods
What people say
Knowledgeable and helpful
Pleased with services
Fair price
Judges seem to love him
Light hearted approach
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm handles both contested and uncontested divorces, guiding clients through property division, spousal support, and custody arrangements. We combine courtroom experience with negotiation skills to protect clients' interests while minimizing emotional stress. Our attorneys help clients understand Texas' community property laws and develop strategies for equitable asset distribution.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in contested custody cases, focusing on children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our attorneys handle modification requests, enforcement actions, and relocation disputes. We help clients understand Texas' possession orders and develop parenting plans that address visitation schedules and decision-making responsibilities.
Adoption Services
Our firm assists with various adoption types including stepparent, relative, and private adoptions. We guide clients through home studies, termination proceedings, and finalization processes. We help navigate Texas' specific requirements for consent, background checks, and post-placement evaluations to ensure successful adoption outcomes.
Child Support
We represent clients in establishing, modifying, and enforcing child support orders. Our attorneys explain Texas' calculation guidelines and help address arrears collection or defense against contested claims. We assist with enforcement mechanisms including wage garnishment and contempt proceedings while considering clients' financial circumstances.
Collaborative Divorce
We offer collaborative divorce options to resolve disputes outside court while maintaining client control over outcomes. Our attorneys work with financial experts and mental health professionals to address property division, custody, and support issues. This approach reduces conflict while ensuring legally sound agreements that meet both parties' needs.
People
Richard J. Tholstrup
Attorney
With over 25 years of experience in Texas family courts, Richard J. Tholstrup specializes in divorce, child custody, and adoption cases. He has mediated and tried thousands of cases, focusing on personalized legal strategies that protect clients' rights while minimizing emotional stress. His practice emphasizes client education and transparent communication throughout legal proceedings.
Questions
What family law services do you offer in Houston?
We handle divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, property division, collaborative divorce, mediation, and prenuptial agreements.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your family law case and legal options.
How long have you served Houston families?
Our firm has specialized in Texas family law for over 25 years.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, and The Woodlands.
Can you handle complex property division cases?
Yes, we have extensive experience resolving complex property division matters involving business interests and high-value assets.
Do you represent clients in contested custody cases?
Yes, we advocate for clients in contested custody cases while prioritizing children's best interests.
