Waller County Family Law Attorney
Ranch and farm country west of Houston makes up most of Waller County, with Hempstead as its county seat and the Brazos River along its western edge. Fritz Law Firm, PLLC offers Waller County family law attorney help to families in Hempstead, Prairie View, Waller, Brookshire and Pattison, and Jessica Fritz handles each case from start to finish.
Hempstead's courthouse: where a Waller County family law attorney goes to court
Waller County family matters are heard by County Court at Law No. 1, which has held court on the third floor of the new Waller County Courthouse, 836 Austin St. in Hempstead, since July 27, 2026. Family case filings go to the Waller County District Clerk at the Waller County Justice Center.
Hempstead is about 45 miles west of Fritz Law Firm, PLLC's office in downtown Conroe. Families in Brookshire, at the southern end of the county along I-10, drive about 25 miles north to reach the courthouse. This site does not have a Waller County court page yet, and plain-language legal information for Texas families is available from TexasLawHelp.org.
What does ranch and farm country mean for a Waller County family?
Outside its towns, much of Waller County is pasture, hay meadow and homes on acreage, and Hempstead is known as the Watermelon Capital of Texas. Until the 1940s, it was the largest shipper of watermelons in the United States. The town still holds a Watermelon Festival each July.
Land shapes daily life here. A Waller County household may own cattle or horses, trailers, a tractor, a well and septic system, or a tract that came down through one spouse's family. Those items take more time to list and value than a suburban house and a car. How Texas law treats them in a divorce is explained on the property division page.
Distance shapes parenting schedules, too. A child exchange between Brookshire and Prairie View can cross most of the county, and rural roads mean a 20-mile trip is common.
Which towns and school districts make up Waller County?
Waller County was created in 1873 and named for Edwin Waller, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence and the first mayor of Austin. Its towns are Hempstead, Prairie View, Waller, Brookshire, Pattison and Pine Island, plus part of Katy, and four school districts serve them.
| Community | What to know | Main school district |
|---|---|---|
| Hempstead | County seat, where US 290 meets State Highway 6 | Hempstead ISD |
| Prairie View | Home of Prairie View A&M University, established by the Legislature in 1876 | Waller ISD |
| Waller | On US 290 at the Harris County line; Waller ISD also reaches Hockley in Harris County | Waller ISD |
| Brookshire and Pattison | Southern Waller County, near I-10 | Royal ISD |
| Katy area | The county's southeastern corner, including part of the City of Katy | Katy ISD |
Prairie View A&M University opened in 1878 on the former Alta Vista Plantation near Hempstead and is the second-oldest public university in Texas, according to its own history page. Families on the Katy side of the county should read the Katy page, which explains how the three-county line runs through that area.
How do the main roads connect Waller County to Hempstead and Houston?
US 290 runs northwest past Waller, Prairie View and Hempstead on its way toward Austin, and I-10 crosses the southern end of the county through Brookshire. State Highway 6 meets US 290 at Hempstead, and FM 1488 runs east from Hempstead toward Magnolia and Conroe.
US 290 and I-10 are also the main routes east into Harris County. That matters for scheduling: a parent who works in Houston can face a long drive to the Hempstead courthouse and to a child's school in Royal ISD or Hempstead ISD.
Family law help for Waller County families
Texas family law applies the same way in Hempstead as anywhere else in the state. Each topic below has its own plain-language page.
- Divorce: from the first filing to the final papers.
- Property division: land, livestock, equipment and debts.
- Child custody: time with each parent and who makes decisions.
- Child support: setting and updating support.
- Grandparents rights: possession and access for grandparents.
Waller County family law attorney: common questions
Is every Waller County family case decided at the Hempstead courthouse?
In general, yes. County Court at Law No. 1 hears Waller County's family cases on the third floor of the new county courthouse at 836 Austin St. in Hempstead. Family case filings go to the District Clerk at the Waller County Justice Center.
Does Fritz Law Firm, PLLC have an office in Waller County?
No. Fritz Law Firm, PLLC works from one office, at 220 1/2 W Davis St in Conroe, and Jessica Fritz handles Waller County cases from there. Consultations can be by phone, and client meetings are held in Conroe, or by Zoom video if necessary.
Brookshire home, Katy mailing address: which county handles my case?
It could well be Waller County. Southern Waller County includes Brookshire, Pattison and part of the Katy area, and homes there can carry Katy or Brookshire mailing addresses. Check the county on the appraisal district property search, and see the Katy page for how the three-county line works.
Can a Waller County family law attorney help when the household includes land or livestock?
Yes. Fritz Law Firm, PLLC handles divorces in which a household owns acreage, animals, equipment or a family homestead. Jessica Fritz explains how Texas law applies to those items at the first appointment, and the property division page gives an overview.
How far is Hempstead from the Conroe office?
Hempstead is about 45 miles from downtown Conroe, a little over an hour by car. Court settings for Waller County cases take place in Hempstead.
Last reviewed: November 8, 2026
Speak with a Waller County family law attorney
From Hempstead to Brookshire, call Fritz Law Firm, PLLC or send a message, and staff will set up a time with Jessica Fritz.
What clients have written about Fritz Law Firm, PLLC
The reviews below were posted on Google by people the firm has represented in Texas family law matters. Each one appears here exactly as the client posted it, including spelling and punctuation.
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I recently went through a long and difficult divorce that involved my son. Jessica and her staff were there for us every step of the way. She and her staff were extremely knowledgeable, and just as important, supportive of me and my son through the entire process. Frankly, I don't know what I would have done without her. She was a Godsend.
If you're looking for a fair, trusting and caring divorce, family law lawyer, I highly recommend contacting Jessica.
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Jessica, you are amazing. Thank you so much for everything that you did for me and my kiddos. If I ever need anything else, I wouldn't hesitate to call this lawyer She was amazing across the board. If you want somebody that's gonna fight for you. She's the one.
Timothy B. Posted on Google -
The Law Firm of Fritz and Phillips has handled our case with the highest level of professionalism and expertise. Our situation has been both complex and challenging, yet every member of their team has consistently treated us with genuine care, respect, and compassion.
Although we understand that our case is one of many they manage, we have always felt like a priority. Their responsiveness, especially during urgent or emergency situations, has been exceptional and deeply reassuring.
They have guided us through the legal process with clarity and confidence, ensuring we remained informed about applicable laws, expectations, and potential outcomes every step of the way. Their ability to make an otherwise stressful and overwhelming experience feel manageable truly sets them apart.
We are incredibly grateful for their dedication and would highly recommend Fritz and Phillips to anyone seeking knowledgeable, attentive, and client-centered legal representation.
Stacie J. Posted on Google
Every family law case turns on its own facts. One client's experience is not a promise about how another case will turn out.
Meet your attorney
Jessica Fritz, family law attorney in Conroe, Texas
Every case at Fritz Law Firm, PLLC is handled by one lawyer, Jessica Fritz, working with the firm's staff. There are no associates, so your case is not handed off to someone you have never met.
Jessica Fritz gives clients straight answers about Texas family law, a frank view of where their case stands, and a clear next step.
- Texas law license
- Licensed by the State Bar of Texas since 2008
- Cases handled
- Family law, mostly in Montgomery County, with regular cases in Harris, Fort Bend and Waller Counties
- Office
- 220 1/2 W Davis St, Conroe, TX 77301, across the street from the Montgomery County Courthouse
- Roots
- Born in Amarillo; now lives in Cypress, Texas
Ready to talk through your family law case? The office sits across the street from the Montgomery County Courthouse in Conroe. Most of the firm's cases are in Montgomery County, with steady work in Harris, Fort Bend and Waller Counties too.
Fritz Law Firm, PLLC
- Family law office in downtown Conroe
- 220 1/2 W Davis St, Conroe, TX 77301
- 713-887-7500
- info@fritz-law.com
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