Divorce is more than a relationship ending, it’s the unraveling of a life built together. The City of Plano is where family life is woven into the fabric of daily activities. From weekend soccer games at Russell Creek Park to family outings at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve to exploring historic Downtown Plano, ties to the community run deep. That can make the process of building a new life overwhelming. Every decision you make carries lasting consequences regarding your children’s future, your privacy, your home, your financial stability, and your peace of mind.
Leaving a broken marriage may make the road ahead may feel uncertain. But here’s the good news: You don’t have to walk that journey alone. At Hargrave Family Law, we help professionals and residents across Plano and Collin County handle divorce with clarity and dignity. Our team includes attorneys and paralegals who are Board Certified in Family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and since 2017, we have handled hundreds of cases involving complex estates, businesses, investments, real estate portfolios, retirement accounts, executive compensation, and legacy family wealth.
Texas is a community property state, which means most assets and debts acquired during the marriage are presumed to belong to both spouses, regardless of whose name is on the title or account.
However, unraveling robust retirement accounts, investment portfolios, and earnings from real estate holdings that include both separate and community funds can be challenging. We have extensive experience in advocating for clients as they navigate the financial landscape of divorce and develop a path to resolution.
At Hargrave Family Law, we empower clients to make informed decisions, protect what matters most, and move forward with an intentional divorce strategy that preserves privacy, reduces conflict where possible, protects the family, and positions them to thrive in their next chapter.
Collaborative Divorce vs. Contested Divorce in Plano
Contested divorce is the “traditional” more adversarial route. Each spouse hires lawyers, positions are staked out, negotiations are protracted, and a judge eventually decides the outcome in court. It is public, costly, and often drags on for a year or more. For families with businesses, professional practices, extensive financial portfolios, or legacy assets, that public exposure can be especially damaging to personal and business reputations.
Collaborative divorce is the non-adversarial alternative. Both spouses and their attorneys sign an agreement to resolve everything outside of court, working with neutral financial professionals and mental health coaches when needed. The process stays private, the timeline is usually shorter, and the parties create a solution that works for their family instead of turning the decisions over to a judge.
High-net-worth couples in Plano often benefit most from this collaborative approach. Complex assets, closely held businesses, and legacy family wealth dynamics rarely fit cleanly into a courtroom ruling based on limited evidence.
At Hargrave Family Law, we built our law practice around this model because dignity, discretion, and creative problem-solving historically produce better long-term results for our clients rather than fighting it out in front of a judge in the public eye. Collaboration also naturally develops conflict resolution skills, preserves co-parenting relationships, and lets you author the next chapter on your own terms.
Protecting What You Have Built in a High-Asset Divorce in Plano
When your marriage involves a business, a medical or executive practice, vast real estate holdings, or significant investment accounts, divorce becomes a financial event as much as a personal one.
Since Texas is a community property state, the strategy used to identify, value, and divide the marital estate often determines what you each walk away with for the next chapter.
Hargrave Family Law guides high-net-worth clients in Plano through the complex handling of assets of a high-net worth divorce, including:
- Initial disclosure of assets and liabilities
- Business valuation and division, including closely held companies and partnership interests
- Professional practices for physicians, attorneys, and executives, including goodwill analysis
- Real property, vacation homes, and investment real estate
- Retirement accounts, stock options, RSUs, and deferred compensation
- Brokerage and investment portfolios, plus separate property tracing
- Inheritance and legacy wealth
- Allocation of debt, tax liabilities, and contingent obligations
Our Divorce Services in Plano and Collin County
- Uncontested Divorce
- Contested Divorce
- Divorce for Men
- Divorce for Women
- High-Asset Divorce
- Collaborative Divorce
- Divorce Mediation
- Military Divorce
- Same-Sex Divorce
- Divorce for Business Owners
- Property Division
- Complex Asset Division
- Debt Division
- Spousal Support / Alimony
- Temporary Orders
- Divorce Involving Children
- Post-Divorce Modifications
- Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
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Why Plano Residents Choose Hargrave Family Law
Plano is one of the most credential-driven cities in Texas. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 60% of Plano residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, and that highly educated population expects the same precision from the lawyer they hire. It is home to business owners, executives, and corporations that demand excellence. We are up to the task.
Whether you merely want to explore your options or know that divorce is the next step, teaming up with a Plano divorce attorney who knows both Texas family law and the Collin County courts can help during this life transition. Not all legal representations are created equal, and one size does not fit all.
Choosing a Plano divorce lawyer who knows the Collin County courts and the nuances of the Plano community results in more than legal advice, it offers strategic insight. Texas family law may be statewide, but its interpretation and implementation are largely shaped by local judges, mediators, and skilled lawyers.
Our team also includes attorneys and paralegals who are Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by less than 1% of Texas attorneys. We are known for our excellence, receiving consistent recognition from both our clients and our peers.
- Recognized in Best Law Firms® since 2017, and as a Tier 1 Best Law Firms® since 2021, U.S. News
- Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® since 2017 (multiple team members)
- Recognized in Texas Super Lawyers® since 2017 (multiple team members)
- AV Preeminent rating (Jennifer Hargrave)
- Martindale-Hubbell (Jennifer Hargrave)
- Avvo 10.0 rating (Jennifer Hargrave)
- Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Law Firm in Dallas Fort Worth since 2025
We are a boutique law firm by design. That means direct access to senior counsel, tailored solutions, intentional strategy, robust advocacy, and a non-adversarial approach focused on resolution rather than courtroom destruction. Our clients are empowered to protect what matters most, maintain their dignity and privacy, and keep their coparenting relationships intact.
About Hargrave Family Law
Founded in 2017, Hargrave Family Law is a boutique firm serving Plano, Collin County, and the greater DFW Metroplex. Our mission is simple: help clients divorce with dignity, not destruction. We empower our clients to walk through the divorce journey in line with their core values and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Led by Jennifer Hargrave, recognized for her integrity and excellence by her peers and clients, our team is built to focus on non-adversarial strategies that protect families, assets, and futures. With offices in Dallas and McKinney, and offering services across Texas, we stay connected with clients throughout their case and well beyond the courtroom.
As a firm who’s very familiar with Collin County, we know Collin County judges often prioritize stability for children. Whether you’re trying to maintain a residence in the same Plano ISD feeder schools or maintain the children’s extracurricular activities, a local attorney understands the value of these types of personal anchors and helps you strategically negotiate accordingly.
Key benefits of hiring a local divorce attorney:
- Insight into how specific judges approach custody and support
- Familiarity with local rules and values that influence court expectations
- Network of appraisers for a valuation of Plano real estate and business interests
- Local connections with other professionals like therapists and financial advisors
You are not just hiring a lawyer. You are partnering with a team of local advocates committed to helping you author your next chapter with clarity and hope.
Our Process for Plano Clients
1. Initial Contact and Intake
Reach out to our firm and your Client Care Coordinator will gather a few details and learn what brought you here.
2. Complimentary Case Evaluation
Our Client Intake Specialist meets with you remotely to discuss your situation, your goals, and your options, including retaining our firm straightaway.
3. Paid Attorney Consultation
If it makes sense, you can choose to sit down with one of our attorneys for a paid consultation, answer legal questions and get a general idea of the legal road ahead.
4. Engagement and Legal Representation
Once you retain us, the legal team immediately takes the lead on your case. Your Client Care Coordinator also stays in touch, checking in monthly outside of the legal work to offer support and resources.
5. Resolution and Ongoing Connection
We work with you toward resolution through non-adversarial methods, finalize your decree, and help you plan for what comes next. After your case closes, your Client Care Coordinator stays in touch yearly because our relationship does not end at the courthouse, and we’re glad to remain a resource for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce
Do I have to prove my spouse did something wrong to file for divorce in Texas, or can I just say the marriage isn’t working anymore?
Texas allows no-fault divorce, which usually means filing on insupportability, a legal way of saying the marriage can no longer continue because of conflict or discord. You do not have to prove adultery, cruelty, or some other fault just to get divorced. That said, fault can still matter in some cases involving financial abuse, physical abuse, or substance abuse.
Can collaborative divorce really work if we have a lot of money, kids, and a ton of tension?
Yes. Collaborative divorce can be highly successful if both spouses are willing to be transparent, stay at the table, focus on the future, and work toward resolution instead of punishment. Collaborative divorce is often a strong fit for high-asset families because it allows for private problem-solving around property, parenting, and support without turning every disagreement into a public court fight. The success rate for collaborative divorce is very high.
What happens if my spouse is hiding money or I think their financial disclosures are incomplete?
Texas divorce cases allow for formal information gathering, called disclosure and discovery, which can include formal document requests, subpoenas, and, when needed, forensic accounting by an expert. If something feels off, it should be investigated before a final agreement is signed to ensure you are building the best financial future you can for you and your children. If needed, you can present evidence to the court, and the judge can order consequences for withholding information.
If we have kids, will a judge in Texas automatically give us 50/50 custody?
No. Texas uses the terms conservatorship, possession, and access rather than using the word custody, and the default is that the Court determines what is in the child’s best interest. There are standard guidelines for possession that typically skew close to 45%-55%, but many families end up with customized schedules, not one-size-fits-all parenting time. That is the benefit of focusing on solutions that fit your family rather than conflict.
What Clients Say About Hargrave Family Law
“The staff here was always responsive, clear in their communication, and truly made a difficult process much easier for everyone involved.” – Jeremy Y.
Clear communication can change the entire client experience in a divorce or family law case. We keep clients informed, provide resources, and help make a difficult process feel more manageable from start to finish.
“Hargrave law firm handled my case with precision and in a timely manner.” – Keri H.
Clients come to Hargrave Family Law when they need discretion, skilled legal work, strong advocacy, and dependable follow-through. Our team brings the necessary structure, in-depth preparation, and attention to detail to our clients’ divorce case, where strategy and precision can make a real difference.
“They were personable, caring, thorough and have been amazing all around.” – Liz R.
Divorce clients need both strong legal support and compassionate case handling. We combine thorough preparation with a personal approach, never losing sight of the human walking this journey. Our mission is helping clients feel respected, heard, supported, and empowered during this stressful time of transition.
“They were very patient with me and fought hard to get me what I wanted.” – Daine C.
Divorce and family law issues can bring fear, frustration, uncertainty, and emotional fatigue. We recognize this, and give our clients patient and clear guidance while still fiercely advocating for the best outcome possible for their family.
Local Resources for Plano Divorce Cases
- Collin County District Courts
Handles family law matters for Plano residents, including divorce, custody, child support, and property division cases.
- Collin County District Clerk
Maintains District Court records and manages civil, family, and other court filings for Collin County cases.
- Collin County Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Provides mediation resources to help parties resolve divorce, custody, property, and support disputes outside of court.
- Collin County Clerk
Maintains marriage records and other county records that may be needed during divorce or post-divorce matters.
- Collin County Property Records / Appraisal District
Useful for identifying real estate, property values, exemptions, and ownership records during divorce property division.
- Hope’s Door New Beginning Center
Plano-based support resource for individuals and families affected by domestic violence, including safety planning and advocacy.
Schedule Your Case Evaluation Today
Divorce does not have to destroy the life and family you have built. At Hargrave Family Law, we help Plano professionals and families move forward with dignity, clarity, and a non-adversarial strategy designed around your desired future, not a fight. If you are looking for a Plano divorce lawyer who will be your strong advocate, and that is focused on helping you design a future in which you and your family can thrive, give us a call.
Reach out to schedule a complimentary case evaluation with our Client Intake Specialist. We will listen to your situation, explain your options, and help you decide on the right next step for you and your family. We’re here to help.
