How It Works | Nemec Law — Flat-Rate Family Law in the DFW Metroplex

Phase 1

Case Launch: $2,000

4 stages × $500 each

Stage 1 — Case Analysis, Brief & Strategy $500

Full case review by experienced attorney (not a paralegal)
Court registry research & background checks on BOTH parties
You receive the background check reports + attorney summary of how findings can be used in litigation — for and against
Complete case brief with opening statement, closing argument, direct exam script, and cross-examination script
One-on-one 30-minute consultation to strategize

Stage 2 — Pleadings, Scripts & Discovery $500

Attorney personally drafts your complete petition set (or answer & counter-petition if you are respondent)
Preliminary hearing scripts: opening, closing, direct & cross
Request for TRO and temporary orders hearing
Discovery requests (paystubs & tax returns)
All documents custom-drafted — not templates

Stage 3 — Filing & Service of Process $500

Attorney files petition with the court
Filing fee and service of process fee INCLUDED
Attorney coordinates service of process

Stage 4 — Case Activation & Evidence Review $500

File return of service and schedule temp orders hearing
Review any response filed by opposing party
Law firm evidence review session
Attorney creates your customized Phase 2 plan of action with flat-rate quotes for next steps

Next Steps

What Happens After Phase 1?

Your customized roadmap is ready.

At the end of Phase 1, you'll have a complete case brief, filed petition, and a customized plan of action. Your Phase 2 plan includes flat-rate quotes for next steps specific to YOUR case.

Discovery & Depositions

Mediation & Negotiation

Trial Preparation

Final Trial

Each phase is quoted individually — you always know the cost before you commit.

Complexity-based pricing. Every case is different, so your Phase 2+ plan is tailored to your situation.

Budget Option

Pro Se Option — $1,000

Budget tight? Pay for Stages 1 & 2 and get everything you need to represent yourself.

✓ All attorney-drafted documents (same quality as full representation)
✓ Complete case brief, hearing scripts & courtroom guidance
✓ 15-minute strategy session with the attorney
✓ You represent yourself — attorney's work, your appearance

Want to upgrade later? If the attorney agrees to accept your case, full representation is just 2 more stages ($500 + $500).

Streamlined

Agreed Divorce

When both parties agree on all terms, most agreed divorces require only Stages 1–3 ($1,500).

✓ Same quality attorney-drafted documents
✓ Filing fee included in Stage 3
✓ Streamlined process — typically completed in 60–90 days

The Difference

Why This Is Different

Traditional Attorney

✕ $5,000+ retainer
✕ Hourly billing
✕ Unknown total cost
✕ Paralegal does the work
✕ Locked in

Nemec Law

✓ $500 to start
✓ Flat rate per stage
✓ Transparent pricing
✓ Attorney does the work
✓ Stop any time

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a divorce cost in Texas?

Traditional attorneys charge $5,000–$15,000+ for a divorce, and the final cost is often unknown until the case is over. With our staged model, Phase 1 is $2,000 total, and you can stop after any stage. You always know what you're paying before you commit.

Do I have to pay for all 4 stages upfront?

No. You pay one stage at a time. $500 per stage, no commitment to continue. After each stage is complete, you decide whether to move forward with the next one.

What if I can't afford full representation?

Our Pro Se option is $1,000 for Stages 1 & 2. You get all attorney-drafted documents — the same quality as full representation — and represent yourself in court. If you want to upgrade to full representation later, it's just two more stages.

Do you handle cases outside of DFW?

Yes. We serve the entire DFW Metroplex and North Texas — Dallas, Tarrant, Denton, Collin, Ellis, Johnson, Parker, Kaufman, Rockwall, Hood, and surrounding counties at no travel fee. We will also travel to additional counties for extra fees.

How long does a divorce take in Texas?

Texas has a mandatory 60-day waiting period. Agreed divorces can be finalized shortly after that period ends. Contested cases vary based on complexity, but your Phase 2 plan will include estimated timelines specific to your situation.

Who handles my case?

Our team handles intake, scheduling, and case preparation so you get fast, responsive service from day one. All legal strategy, document drafting, and courtroom representation is handled directly by Donald C. Nemec — 18 years of family law experience working on your case. No bait-and-switch.

What if I've already been served?

Contact us immediately. We can prepare your answer and counter-petition in Stage 2. Time-sensitive deadlines apply — in Texas, you generally have until 10:00 a.m. on the first Monday after 20 days from service to file your answer. Don't wait.

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