Representing Yourself in a Divorce: A Guide from the Dallas Bar Association
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This guide provides basic information about representing yourself in a divorce case in Dallas County. It explains the general steps needed, such as filing a Petition and getting a Citation, but it does not offer legal advice.
The court describes it as: This brochure is an introduction to representing yourself (known as pro se representation) in a family lawsuit in Dallas County.
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This information is used by someone who has decided to file for a divorce themselves and wants an overview of the process in Dallas County.
Either party may file.
Common questions
- Is this guide a substitute for a lawyer?
- No, this brochure does not offer legal advice and is not a substitute for legal representation by an attorney.
- What documents are needed to start the divorce process?
- To file for divorce, you will need to prepare a Petition, Citation, and Decree of Divorce.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.
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