Family Law
Providing Quality Legal Services To Help You Achieve Your Family Law Goals
Palacios, Garza & Thompson, P.C. is able to handle even the most complex family matters. Our main priority is your future. In every case we handle, Lucia Thompson, who is a Board Certified Family Law Attorney, and our partners work hard to learn about your circumstances so that we can offer you the best legal counsel and solutions for your unique situation.
Throughout the years, we have helped men and women navigate the complicated Texas law in order to achieve their legal goals involving:
These matters are often complex and require a complete working knowledge of the Texas law and court system. Meet with a our Board Certified Family Law attorney Lucia Thompson today. Contact us online or call us at (956) 318-0507.
Read through our Family Law FAQs here.
Read through our Tips for Divorcing Parents here.
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For more information or to talk to an experienced family law attorney about your family concerns contact Palacios, Garza & Thompson, P.C. today!
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Family Law FAQ
How long do I have to reside in Hidalgo County before I can file for divorce?
You have to reside in Hidalgo County for 90 days before you can file for divorce.
Can I change my name as part of the divorce process?
You are allowed to change your name during the divorce process.
What will be discussed at my first meeting?
What assets the parties own, what debts the parties have, whether a spouse qualifies for spousal maintenance, a rough estimate on child support obligations, a visitation schedule for the child(ren), how much medical support will be ordered.
What documents should I start gathering?
Income tax returns, financial statements (these are often filed when borrowing money), explanation of employment benefits for you and your spouse, credit card statements, recent statement for retirement plans, deeds to any property owned by the parties, real estate tax bills or appraisals, insurance policies (life, medical, homeowner’s), bank statements, documents showing any business interest, trust documents, wills by you or your spouse.
What is your consultation fee?
There is no charge for the first consultation. During this initial consultation, I will gather information from the prospective new client, answer questions and evaluate your case.

Reviews
“Lucy will protect your interest to full the extent of the law in as short a time frame as possible. Unfortunately, many divorces become very adversarial and having someone to keep you focused without attached drama is refreshing.”
Gilbert Gallegos
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“Lucy was very attentive with concerns/issues that I had and I had the genuine belief she and her firm cared about the outcome my specific issues with my case.”
Robert Elizalde
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“The thing that I like most about working with Lucy is that she and her staff are always readily available to me whether it be by phone or email. I frequently have questions and they are answered by her or her staff almost immediately. Her approach makes me feel that she really cares about my case and it also makes me feel I can trust her. This is very important to me.”
Marilu Cavazos
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Palacios, Garza & Thompson, P.C.
Attorneys At Law
Office: (956) 318-0507
Fax: (956) 318-0575
2724 West Canton Road
Edinburg, Texas 78539
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Palacios, Garza & Thompson, P.C. is an established personal injury, family law, criminal law and governmental defense firm. Our office is located in Edinburg, Texas and we offer legal representation throughout South Texas. We offer legal counseling and representation for our clients in the following legal areas: personal injury defense, construction litigation, criminal law, family law, governmental litigation, healthcare liability, product liability and insurance dense.
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