Jury Trial For Divorce In Travis
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You are expected to conduct yourself with reserve and courtesy, and when appearing at the courthouse, must dress appropriately to preserve the dignity of the Court. Proper attire includes coat and tie for men and similarly appropriate attire for women. No jeans, polo shirts or sneakers.
Clothing: We ask that jurors dress in business casual attire.
Dress the Part Jury service is serious business, and you should dress ingly. Business attire is recommended. Shorts, tank tops and flip-flop sandals are not considered appropriate attire for court. Jeans are allowed.
How to Not Get Picked for a Jury in Texas Express Potential Bias. During jury selection, attorneys on both sides are looking for impartial jurors. Show Reluctance or Disinterest. Question the Legal System. Medical or Financial Hardship. Personal Beliefs.
To schedule a hearing, contact the Court Administrator at (512) 854-2484, email Travis.CivilCourts@traviscountytx, or use the Online Portal.
You can E-File using this link: eFileTexas | Official E-Filing System for Texas, mail to Travis County District Clerk, PO Box 679003, Austin, TX 78767 or hand deliver documents to us by appointment only. Call (512) 854-9457 or send an email to District.eFile@traviscountytx for any questions.
If you want to file a motion, the process is generally something like this: You write your motion. You file your motion with the court clerk. The court clerk inserts the date and time your motion will be heard by the judge. You “serve” (mail) your motion to the other side.
To set a hearing, contact the Court Operations Officer at (512) 854-9241. It is recommended that you consult an attorney or have an attorney represent you.
Under Texas law, parties involved in divorce actions have the right to a trial before a jury. Notably, both parties do not have to agree to a jury trial; instead, a case may be presented to a jury based on one party's request.
Despite what people may think, around 95% of divorces actually settle without the need to go to trial and have extensive litigation.