Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Galveston County, Texas:
- Where to file for child custody in Galveston County
- How to find or contact the Galveston County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Galveston County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Galveston County, Texas
In Galveston County, child custody is handled by the Galveston County District Court
NAME OF COURT
Galveston County District Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Galveston County Courthouse
306th District Court
600 59th Street
Galveston, TX 77551-4196You must file paperwork in the District Clerk's Office, located in Room 4001 of the courthouse.
COURTHOUSE HOURS
The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Galveston County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Texas Child Custody Forms Used in Galveston County
https://www.txaccess.org/forms
Galveston County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford court fees, see the Court Fees & Fee Waiver information at TexasLawHelp.org.
Get Help With Texas Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Galveston County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Texas Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Galveston County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Galveston County Child Custody Lawyers
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