A divorce can be an extreamly difficult process, not just for you, but for your family. At The Siddiqui Law Firm, we strive to make the process as simple and quick as possible under the law and your individual circumstances. In Texas, there are “fault” grounds for divorce and “no-fault” grounds for divorce.

The Family Code defines the “no-fault” basis as “insupportability”, and, defines it as meaning a conflict of personalities that destroys the marriage relationship.

Most divorces are filed on the basis of insupportability, however, adultery, cruelty, abandonment, conviction of a felony, living apart, and other reasons for divorce are recognized in the Family Code.

“No-Fault divorce” in Texas was intended to reduce the animosity associated with the divorce process. The change in statutory language, however, could not remove the intense personal emotions associated with the break up of a marriage. Even though the Family Code language of “insupportability” and “discord and conflict of personalities” is included in divorce petitions, there is often an element of blame that surfaces during the divorce process.

Texas law still recognizes “fault” grounds for divorce such as cruel treatment, abandonment, adultery and several others.