Rockwall County, Texas
Rockwall attorneys who will sit with you until this makes sense
Family law, criminal defense, estate planning, probate, guardianship, injury, adoption and animal law — for families in Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City and Rowlett. You don't have to go through this alone.
Free consultation · Phones answered 24/7 · 972-379-9791.
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Not sure where to start?
Pick the sentence that sounds most like your week. Each one leads to a direct answer, not a sales page.
I was just served with divorce papers
You generally have until the Monday after 20 days from service to file an answer. Missing it risks a default judgment.
Our custody order stopped working
Schedules break when a job, a school or a move changes. Texas requires a material and substantial change to modify.
CPS has contacted our family
Say you want to speak with an attorney before signing a safety plan. Early documents shape the whole case.
I was arrested in Rockwall County
Find your court on the bond paperwork, follow every bond condition, and stop discussing the case on recorded calls.
A parent died and left a will
Texas gives you four years from the date of death to probate a will. Some estates qualify for a simpler procedure.
I was hurt in a wreck on I-30
Get evaluated, get the CR-3 crash report, and do not give the other driver's insurer a recorded statement yet.
How it works
Three steps, in order. No mystery about what happens after you call.
Step 1
Tell us what happened
A free, privileged conversation — by phone, video or in person at our Rockwall office. We listen first, then tell you what the Rockwall County process will actually look like.
Step 2
Get a written plan
You receive a plan in plain language: which court, which filings, which deadlines, what we need from you, and what we expect the other side to do. You approve it before anything is filed.
Step 3
We do the work and keep you current
We file, negotiate, mediate and appear at 1111 E. Yellowjacket Lane. You get updates when something changes — not a status report you have to ask for twice.
Why families across Texas choose our firm
Rockwall County courts, not a generic Texas playbook
We know which courtroom is on which floor at 1111 E. Yellowjacket Lane, that appeals go to the Fifth Court in Dallas, and that most parents here fall inside the 50-mile radius that triggers the expanded possession schedule.
A team, not a solo practitioner
More than 170 legal professionals means your case is covered when a hearing gets moved, and that a family lawyer can hand you to a probate or criminal colleague down the hall instead of out the door.
Plain-language guidance
You should be able to explain your own case to your family. We tell you what the statute says, what the judge is likely to focus on, and what we do not yet know.
Answered 24 hours a day
Arrests and emergencies do not wait for business hours. Our phones are answered every day of the year, including nights and weekends.
Free initial consultation
The first conversation costs nothing and is protected by attorney-client privilege. You will leave it knowing your options, whether or not you hire us.
Serving the whole county
Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City, McLendon-Chisholm, Mobile City and the Rockwall County side of Rowlett — served through our Rockwall office at 908 N Goliad St, Rockwall, TX 75087.
Nine practice areas, one firm
Life rarely stays in one legal category. A divorce raises estate planning questions; a criminal charge affects a custody order. Having all nine areas under one roof means you are not starting over with a new firm each time.
Family Law
Divorce, conservatorship, child support, modifications, enforcement, protective orders and CPS cases in the 382nd, 439th and 503rd District Courts.
Family Law Appeals
Appeals and mandamus petitions from Rockwall County orders, decided by the Fifth Court of Appeals in Dallas. Deadlines start at 20 days.
Criminal Law
DWI, assault, theft, drug and family violence charges in the Rockwall County Courts at Law, District Courts and Municipal Court.
Estate Planning
Texas wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, medical directives and transfer on death deeds for Rockwall County property.
Probate
Independent administration, muniment of title, small estate affidavits and heirship, filed with the Rockwall County Clerk in Suite 100.
Guardianship
Guardianship of the person and estate for adults and minors — and the less restrictive alternatives Texas courts must consider first.
Personal Injury
Car and truck collisions on I-30, SH-205, SH-66 and John King Boulevard, premises injuries and dog bites. Two years to file.
Adoption
Stepparent, relative and adult adoptions finalized in Rockwall County, including the termination step that has to come first.
Animal Law
Dangerous dog determinations and the 30-day compliance clock, cruelty allegations, pet ownership disputes and Texas pet trusts.
What makes a Rockwall County case a Rockwall County case
According to Rockwall County, Rockwall County is the smallest county in Texas, covering 147 square miles. The U.S. Census Bureau reports a July 1, 2025 population estimate of 140,738 and a 2020–2024 median household income of $127,981 in 2024 dollars. Those figures provide useful context for the county’s continued growth and local legal needs.
The 50-mile rule usually applies
Because the county is compact and its cities sit close together, most separated parents in Rockwall County live within 50 miles of each other. That makes the expanded standard possession order under Texas Family Code § 153.3171 the practical starting point in local custody cases, rather than the basic schedule.
Rockwall County courts at the courthouse
Rockwall County lists the 382nd District Court in Suite 402, the 439th District Court in Suite 401, the 503rd District Court in Suite 403, County Court at Law No. 1 in Suite 310, and County Court at Law No. 2 in Suite 404 at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E Yellowjacket Lane, Rockwall, TX 75087. The 503rd District Court is a general-jurisdiction trial court whose docket includes family-law, juvenile, and CPS cases.
Growth creates its own legal problems
The county’s growth shows up in our caseload: new-construction disputes in Fate and Royse City, wrecks on the Interstate 30 corridor and John King Boulevard, blended families relocating into Rockwall ISD and Royse City ISD attendance zones, and estates holding lake property that was bought decades ago for a fraction of today’s value.
Where the county lines fall matters
Royse City extends into Collin and Hunt counties, Rowlett is mostly in Dallas County, and part of the city of Dallas itself reaches into Rockwall County. Filing venue follows the address, not the mailing city — a detail worth confirming before a petition is filed.
Communities we serve
Across Rockwall County
Rockwall · Heath · Fate · Royse City · McLendon-Chisholm · Mobile City · Rowlett (Rockwall County portion) · Chandlers Landing · The Shores · Stone Creek · Caruth Lakes · Breezy Hill · the Harbor District and Old Town Rockwall
ROCKWALL OFFICE
Rockwall
908 N Goliad St
Rockwall, TX 75087
About 25 miles west of the Rockwall County Courthouse, with in-person, phone and video consultations available.
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What Our Clients Say
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Free legal education
Learn before you file
Our attorneys host free live webinars on Texas divorce, custody, CPS cases, wills and probate — with time for your questions. Rockwall County residents are welcome to attend from home.
Why families across Texas choose our firm
Yes. The Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC has a Rockwall office located at 908 N Goliad St., Rockwall, TX 75087. The Rockwall office can be reached at 972-379-9791. If you are looking for family-law representation in Rockwall County, you can contact the office to discuss your situation and available next steps.
Rockwall County’s family-law docket is handled across its district and county courts. The county lists the 382nd, 439th and newly created 503rd District Courts and County Courts at Law Nos. 1 and 2, all at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellowjacket Lane. The District Clerk maintains records for district court cases, and appeals go to the Fifth Court of Appeals in Dallas.
We handle divorce, child custody and possession, child and spousal support, property division, modifications, enforcement, adoption, paternity, and related suits affecting the parent-child relationship, all under Texas family law.
You don't have to go through this alone
Let's figure out your next step together
Tell us what is happening and we will explain your options in plain language — what the Rockwall County courts will look at, how long it usually takes, and what it costs.