Harris County Domestic Relations Office

Harris County Domestic Relations Office The Harris County Domestic Relations Office: Family Court Services, Alternative Dispute Resolution,

11/11/2024
ASSOCIATION OF FAMILY AND CONCONCILIATION COURTS - TEXAS CHAPTERMental Health Professionals from the DRO's Family Court ...
10/28/2024

ASSOCIATION OF FAMILY AND CONCONCILIATION COURTS - TEXAS CHAPTER

Mental Health Professionals from the DRO's Family Court Services and The Visitation Center attended the Association of Family & Conciliation Court's Conference (AFCC) in Austin, Texas. Seasoned professionals, including lawyers, psychologists and licensed therapists spoke on a variety of topics that centered on our daily work, including family dynamics, high conflict parenting, parent-child relationships, supervised visitation, and forensic evaluations.

In addition, AFCC presented the Janet Denton Distinguished Service Award to Barbara Schnack, the DRO's Parenting Workshop Coordinator. Congratulations Barbara!

WEAR IT PINK 2024 - BREAST CANCER AWARENESSThe Domestic Relations Office staff recognized this annual event that invites...
10/24/2024

WEAR IT PINK 2024 - BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

The Domestic Relations Office staff recognized this annual event that invites people to wear pink clothing or accessories to show their support for breast cancer awareness and research. This vibrant and positive campaign aims to raise awareness about breast cancer, encourage early detection, and raise funds for breast cancer research and support services. Wear It Pink is an opportunity for individuals, schools, workplaces, and communities to unite in a colorful display of solidarity and commitment to ending breast cancer.

NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH - PURPLE THURSDAYOctober is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  Ever...
10/17/2024

NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH - PURPLE THURSDAY

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Every October, communities across the nation unite to observe National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During this time, individuals and organizations join hands to spread awareness about domestic violence, support survivors, and work towards preventing future incidents.

This Thursday, October 17th is Purple Thursday. Purple Thursday, celebrated on the third Thursday of October, is a day where people wear purple to show their support for survivors of domestic violence. This simple act of wearing purple helps raise awareness and lets survivors know they are not alone.

NATIONAL DO SOMETHING NICE DAYEach year on October 5, people across the nation observe National Do Something Nice Day.  ...
10/04/2024

NATIONAL DO SOMETHING NICE DAY

Each year on October 5, people across the nation observe National Do Something Nice Day. Live your life doing kind things daily and without thinking about it. Kindness should never be sacrificed and doesn't require grand gestures.

EVICTION TOWN HALL AND KNOWN YOUR RIGHTS WORKSHOPThe DRO is a participant and sponsor at the "Eviction Town Hall and Kno...
10/01/2024

EVICTION TOWN HALL AND KNOWN YOUR RIGHTS WORKSHOP

The DRO is a participant and sponsor at the "Eviction Town Hall and Known Your Rights Workshop" held this Saturday, October 5th from 10 - noon. The workshop will be held at Acres Home Chamber of Commerce, 6112 Wheatley Street, Houston, Texas 77091. If you or someone you know is facing eviction, please join us for this informative workshop.

CONSTITUTION DAY 2024This morning, David Simpson enjoyed interacting with multiple elementary school classes for Constit...
09/17/2024

CONSTITUTION DAY 2024

This morning, David Simpson enjoyed interacting with multiple elementary school classes for Constitution Day 2024. The students were interested and enjoyed the book: If I Were President by Catherine Stier. There were many questions about government, the law, being an attorney, and the opportunity to encourage civic responsibility.

Thank you Harris County and the Houston Bar Association for helping to celebrate this day.

Possession and Access (Visitation) Services One of the challenges a parent may face is sharing their child's time with t...
09/05/2024

Possession and Access (Visitation) Services

One of the challenges a parent may face is sharing their child's time with the other parent when the parents do not live together. The parents may feel angry and distrustful of the other. It may be uncomfortable to see the other parent when they pick up their child for visitation time. It may be difficult to know the right things to say when your child talks about their time with the other parent. Combine these worries with feelings of loss and loneliness a parent sometimes experiences when a child leaves to be with the other parent and problems surrounding possession and access often arise.

If the court-ordered times of possession and access (visitation) with your child are being denied or a parent is not following the possession schedule, the Domestic Relations Office may be able to assist. Our staff of attorneys, mediators and mental health professionals are specially trained and highly experienced with possession and access (visitation) issues.

Resolution involves each party looking at what is best for their children. This is a three step process. The first step is attendance at an online, live orientation. In the second step, the parties will participate in parent conferences where information is collected, the court order is explained and guidance is given. Resolution involves each party looking at what is best for their children. If there is no resolution, the third step is an attorney consultation and court intervention. The majority of cases are resolved through this process without court intervention.

To apply, complete an application under the Application & Forms section.

CHILD SUPPORT AWARENESS MONTHAugust is Child Support Awareness Month, an annual time to raise awareness about a critical...
08/01/2024

CHILD SUPPORT AWARENESS MONTH

August is Child Support Awareness Month, an annual time to raise awareness about a critical income support program that helps millions of children and families. In FY 2023, child support programs nationwide collected $29.6 billion and served 1 in 5 children in the United States. This kind of support helps families thrive and sets kids up to succeed.

The Domestic Relations Office believes that children deserve financial and emotional support from both parents. If you need child support or possession/access services, please apply via our website at www.dro.hctx.net or call 713-274-7300. By federal law, families receiving TANF or Medicaid should apply for child support services through the Texas Office of the Attorney General at https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/child-support.

NATIONAL PARENT'S DAYThe DRO is thankful for parents!On this day each year, Americans recognize outstanding parents, cel...
07/28/2024

NATIONAL PARENT'S DAY

The DRO is thankful for parents!

On this day each year, Americans recognize outstanding parents, celebrate the teamwork in raising children, and support the role of parental guidance in building a strong, stable society.

Parents are at the root of America's goodness.

The DRO is thankful for the numerous partners that assist in delivering services to Harris County constituents. The DRO ...
07/24/2024

The DRO is thankful for the numerous partners that assist in delivering services to Harris County constituents. The DRO is excited to announce a partnership with Harris County Juvenile Department to provide supervised visitation. Their facilities will provide a safe and comfortable environment for children to maintain a relationship with their parent.

The Domestic Relations Office is excited to announce the launch of a new website at: https://dro.harriscountytx.gov. The...
07/17/2024

The Domestic Relations Office is excited to announce the launch of a new website at: https://dro.harriscountytx.gov. The website has better navigation and more in-depth service information, for the best possible user experience.

Using any personal device, customers can access all services via the website, including applications, questionnaires, court orders, and multiple resources. Services include child custody evaluations, mediation, self-represented services, parent workshops, child support, possession/access, supervised visitation, adoption evaluations, and more.

In addition, legal resources, impact reports, and the ability to request a speaker are available. Thank you to Harris County Universal Services for delivering an excellent product.

The Domestic Relations Office physical office has closed for today, July 17, 2024, due to no air conditioning in the bui...
07/17/2024

The Domestic Relations Office physical office has closed for today, July 17, 2024, due to no air conditioning in the building. Services continue to be provided remotely. It is anticipated that the office will reopen tomorrow., July 18, 2024 for regular business hours.

07/10/2024
The Domestic Relations Office was honored with a 2024 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties for it...
06/24/2024

The Domestic Relations Office was honored with a 2024 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties for its Parent Workshop Program. The DRO provides five (5) workshops that provide parents in different situations with the tools they need to build a positive co-parenting relationship. These workshops include: Making A Fresh Start, Building New Beginnings, Moms Matter, Dads Count, and Supervised Visitation Training. All workshops deliver information on effective co-parenting strategies, issues that impact children, and much more.

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+17132747300

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The Harris County Domestic Relations Office consists of four distinct, yet inter-dependent divisions: Family Court Services, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Legal Enforcement and Community Supervision. Specifically, the DRO provides the following services:

a. Adoption Evaluations

b. Visitation Enforcement

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