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Divorce and family law attorney in Sherman, Texas. Personal attention to the decisions that affect your children, your finances, and your life after a separation.

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01 / WHAT YOU ARE FACING

Divorce & Family Law.
What is actually at stake.

You do not need to have every answer before you speak with an attorney. Whether you are considering divorce, have been served with papers, or need help with a custody issue, John can help you understand the questions to address and the options available. His Sherman office serves people in Grayson County and the surrounding Texoma community.

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02 / HOW JOHN CAN HELP

Where John can step in.

01

Divorce

Understand the process of ending a marriage, from the initial filing and temporary arrangements to resolving the issues in a final decree. John can help you identify priorities and prepare for negotiations or court.

02

Child custody

Parenting schedules, decision-making rights, and the practical needs of your children deserve careful attention. Texas courts make custody decisions with the child’s best interest as the primary consideration.

03

Child support

Get help understanding support obligations and the financial information needed to address them. The right approach depends on the applicable guidelines and the facts of your family’s situation.

04

Property and finances

A home, savings, retirement accounts, debts, and business interests can raise difficult questions. Start by building an accurate financial picture so you can discuss property division with informed expectations.

CLIENT REVIEWS

83+ five-star reviews

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  • Wonderful service!
    Miranda Barela
  • Having been exposed to lawyers in a variety of fields, I was so pleased by the representation provided by John. Not only could he explain the strengths and weaknesses of my case from a merits standpoint, he was very familiar with the judge and the court clerks. These two factors combined allowed him to advise me on the potential benefits and risks of litigation from a very practical standpoint. Just an awesome experience.
    Richard Brown
  • John Nix and his excellent staff have been very thorough with all of my legal needs. I highly recommend this office. Couldn’t ask for better legal representation.
    Jim Caskey
  • I had an excellent experience with John H. Nix.
    V. Shaw
  • 5 stars isn't enough! John Nix is an exceptional criminal/family lawyer with a truly compassionate heart. From day one, he genuinely cared about my case and about me as a person. He was always responsive, explained everything clearly, and fought so hard for me. On top of being brilliant at what he does, he has the most wonderful, funny personality that made a very stressful time so much easier to get through. If you want someone who will actually care and get results, this is your attorney.
    Jeanette West
  • Very Professional and great customer care! John and Lola were very helpful!
    Gale Jones
  • So far I have had a very positive experience working with John Nix law firm and their paralegal, Tina. From the beginning, they demonstrated a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail that made a very stressful situation much more manageable. Communication so far has been clear, timely, and professional through the beginning of this process. I truly appreciate their dedication and responsiveness, and I felt confident knowing my case was being handled with care and efficiency. I’m looking forward to closing this chapter and moving forward, and I’m grateful to having such a capable team representing me. Highly recommend their services.
    Robb Moore
  • John is a great and understanding lawyer and truly understands what you are going through. Highly recommend
    Michael Machen
  • John Nix was fair & just with us I would recommend him.
    Patty Greene
  • I have never retained Mr Nix, however I did sit in on a case he was trying as a potential character witness, and will say he did an amazing job! He was very thorough, prepared and methodical. I have since recommended him to several people and would highly recommend him. He is an attorney I would retain if I needed representation.
    Jeff Schuckers
  • John Nix was successful in helping my son with a legal issue. He was professional and provided much needed communication concerning the case. We highly recommend John for any legal issues you may incur.
    Jennifer Hodge
  • Very cool down to earth guy. Gets the job done has an assistant!!
    Steven Roberts
  • Very interesting 🤪
    Martin DeLoach
  • John and his assistant have been incredibly kind and helpful to my family and me over the years. Their professionalism and compassion have made a real difference, and we truly appreciate their support. I can't recommend them highly enough!
    TabS
  • Still saying one of the best in town
    Martin DeLoach
  • I can't thank John and his team enough. My family case kept being moved back and back for over 2 years for various reasons, and John and his team were top notch throughout the whole process. John and Tina kept me up to date with what was going on in the case on a regular basis, and promptly answered any emails or calls I made to them. John's support helped me a great deal through all of this uncertainty. I would highly recommend John if anyone needs an attorney that is going to fight for them.
    Steven Foster
  • Mr Nix is an outstanding attorney.
    Cody Swafford
  • Mr. Nix’s law office has been very helpful and professional while working through a 2 year legal process. Thank you to legal assistant Lola for keeping me updated on status and ultimately delivering the news of the best outcome. I appreciate all that was done on my behalf and recommend their services.
    K J
  • Was recommended to John Nix and was worth having him as my attorney. Straight and to the point, I definitely felt that he sought the best outcome for my situation. Although my plan is to not to get to a point where I need an attorney, I would seek counsel from John again.
    Jonathan Gutierrez
  • I am extremely grateful that I found Mr. Nix. His personality made me feel very comfortable and made things less stressful throughout my entire court case. I couldn't have been happier with his performance. If I was ever in a situation where I needed him again, I would not hesitate to have him and his team represent me. Thank you very much for everything.
    Jason Gibson
  • Thank you Mr. Nix, the level of professionalism and communication throughout the entire court process was flawless. I can’t thank you enough!!
    William Kowaleski
  • I want to thank Mr. Nix for everything's he has done to help my cousin Teihera throughout these months he has shown compassion, and professionalism. Mr. Nix is one of the best lawyers in Grayson County if you are in trouble and need a lawyer I highly recommend him! He goes above and beyond for his clients! His office staff are the best they were always kind and understanding whenever me or my family called them. I just want to emphasize again if you are in need of a good law firm this is the one to choose! From me and my family I just want to say thank you Mr. Nix.
    Lamonica Orum
  • I would like to say this first, thank you Mr. Nix for helping me get back to my family. This has been a very emotional and long process but without you I could not have done it. You will forever be the most extraordinary lawyer I have ever met and I couldn’t have ask for anyone better. You took me on when no one would, and you have given me so much hope. You really got me through a very dark time, and I thank you for that. I myself will continue to pray and ask go to bless you and make you more successful in everything you do. I know this was not an easy journey, but I’m very happy with the outcome. Now I can see and be with family because of you. I promise I will continue to smile even when the road gets hard because of you!! Thank Mr.Nix thank you so much!!!
    Teihera Beo
  • John and his team were so helpful and compassionate. He fought hard for me and prevailed! So grateful for John, Lola, and Tina’s assistance!
    Jasmine Cordova
  • John H. Nix law office is the absolute best law office in the area. They are highly communicative practically 24/7 about all questions regarding your situation and they truly care about there clients. Highly recommend if you want to be heard and not alone in court.
    Keylan Minnis
  • Mr. Nix and his staff are one of the most professional and respected Law firms in North Texas. They handled my case with absolute class and swiftness. Mr. Nix was able to perform miracles and I am forever grateful for him and his Law firm. I would highly recommend Mr. Nix if you ever find yourself in an unexpected legal bind. 5 stars across the board!!’
    Casey Lunt
  • John and Tina were a great help with my divorce
    Dennis Goncalves Jr
  • Had a good win today. The supervised visits are lifted!!!
    Erick Wooten
  • Always fair. Local guy.
    Micah Blevins
  • John did an outstanding job for me! I highly recommend Mr. Nix!
    Chris Taylor
  • I would highly recommend the law office of John NIX. Him and his staff were so helpful with my case . Our case wrapped up today and my results were so amazing. They never made me feel like my questions were dumb or anything but were always extremely helpful and happy to help me with my case . If you are looking for a amazing lawyer look no further than them .
    Lauren Barnett
  • Not the easiest man to like but ten out of ten would recommend. I’m total I’ve spent 30 minutes over a one year time talking to nix but he did everything and more he said that he would, so if you want a man that’s going to put your money to good use and get you the best deal you can get I recommend him. And thank you John I truly appreciate you and your receptionist
    Gary Lang
  • Mr. Nix was very professional and a sturdy rock in my corner. He was very knowledgeable and patient with me while we were dealing with a disputed divorce with kids
    thebitcoinmatador
  • My son had some legal matters facing him and it had our family quite worried. John was so professional and caring and took time to explain what was happening through every step of the way. He worked very hard for my son and was able to get an outcome that was more than agreeable. This was not the first time I have had to use an attorney, but it was the first time I was truly impressed by the dedication, hard work and compassion showed by a man in his field of work. He is an amazing attorney, and I would recommend him without hesitation. I truly thank him for being the person he is. L.M.
    Luann Mosley
  • I highly recommend John Nix and hands down the best attorney you can get! I came to trust Mr. Nix very quickly, and that is very important when you hire an attorney to represent you in any legal matter. John never made me feel that my case wasn't worth his time! If I had additional questions or concerns, I never felt like I was "bothering" him or his staff with phone calls, they always responded in a professional and timely matter. In my situation, Mr. Nix helped me the first moment I contacted his office, he listened and understood my situation and then had the experience and knowledge of the system to help me, then he quickly started working on my case as my representative and he wanted what was right and fought to get what belonged to me. If you are looking for a great attorney that not only works for YOU but with you, John Nix and his team is what you need! I will forever be grateful to have came across Mr. Nix and his team who proved thru actions how my case mattered and resolved it in a timely matter. Thank you John Nix and your team for all the kindness and help that you assisted on my case! God Bless!
    Rosalba Rent
  • John is an amazing lawyer. He does not mess around and get results. He cares about you and your case personally. He is always prepared and ensure he is taking the proper steps to win. Very thankful for him.
    Brittany Lake
  • John Nix is a professional but also very down to earth. He is going to tell you how it is, there will not be any beating around the bush or trying to make you believe in something that isn’t going to happen. Very matter of fact in regards to options, he will explain things in detail and give you all pertinent information regarding your situation. I was involved with him for family law and with his guidance and information was able to come to a very agreeable term for my case.
    Zach Faubion
  • John is reliable, hard working and fair. He has a good attitude and works hard for his clients. Does the absolute very best he can for you and your individual needs. Above all he is honest and an upstanding member of our community! Would definitely use him again!
    Jessica Wilson
  • John is f#$%ing best, makes things happen. Gave me peace of mind and took care of business. Just stop looking and call him.
    Anthony Anderson
  • Great attorney. He took on my daughters case from the beginning, even though we had several set backs he managed to win her case with better than expected outcome. He went above and beyond to advise and help us. Highly recommended and kudos to his secretary Lola, so helpful and attentive,.
    Liz Krausse
  • John is an amazing attorney, and even better person! He has represented my family and I with the utmost professionalism, and has never failed us. We appreciate this man beyond anything words could express! Thank you John!
    Christal Ingram
  • There have been two attorneys I hold with the highest of regard. The first was a man who helped my mother when a doctor wrongfully caused the death of my father when I was nine. The second is John Nix. I have utilized him as an attorney to represent our family. I have seen how he is as a man, a father, a human being. John, doesn't treat you like you are less than. He cares and he wants you to do better; To be the best version of yourself. He fights for those who can't find anyone to stand up for them. Other attorneys I have seen don't care about the person, but John treats you like family. I wouldn't have any one represent myself or my family other than him. He represents truth, fairness, and justice. He is one of a kind. Rare amongst his field. If you want the BEST and only the BEST then reach out to him. I'm proud to know him, and am forever grateful for the man he is.
    Serrina Janine
  • John was personable, professional and an excellent listener. His office staff (Tina) and Lola on the phones were top shelf. John's courtroom demeanor was defferential but highly representative of our position. I would gladly recommend him to any and all future clients.
    Sam Griffin
  • Mr. Nix took my custody case hours before what was suppose to be my final hearing, (my first attorney had left her law practice) he was able to get it pushed backed but he only had a couple of weeks to to study for my case. long story short we won the case!! thanks to Johns hard work and his teams dedication.. I will never go with another attorney
    Brandon Jarvis
  • Great Attorney great people
    Danni Afett
  • Very professional people to talk to i feel very comfortable chatting with them.Will use them in the near future.
    Mary Cantrell
  • very helpful
    Mindy Spencer
  • Mr. Nix and his firm truly went above and beyond for us in our case. He truly cared and worked hard to do what was right. We are very grateful for his services. We recommend John to any and everyone!
    Nichole
  • This guy showed a genuine care for my situation. He got in there and faught hard for me. God truly blessed me with him as my attorney. Thanks John go everything! For sure recommend him for anyone and everyone.
    Jacob Peters
  • John Nix helped me so much! I was so stressed out! He explained the process to me, and gave me sage advice. So far, so good. I have found him to be very honest and knowledgeable.
    Annie Gillespie

03 / YOUR QUESTIONS

Straight answers.
No guesswork.

Practical answers about divorce & family law.

How much does a divorce lawyer cost?

It depends on how much the spouses disagree and how much legal work the case requires — an uncontested divorce is usually far less than one with disputes over property or custody. We explain the expected fee before representation begins, and financing and payment options through LawPay are available. What affects the cost →

Can I pay for a family law attorney over time?

Yes — clients have access to financing and payment options through LawPay, and the office accepts major credit cards. What is available depends on the individual situation, and we explain the fee and the arrangements before representation begins. Read about payment plans →

Is there anything I should not tell my divorce lawyer?

Tell your attorney everything, including the facts that feel embarrassing or unhelpful — it is far better they hear it from you than be surprised later. What you should not do is give false information or ask them to hide assets or evidence. Read more →

I was served with divorce papers. What should I do?

Keep all the papers, including the citation, and contact an attorney promptly. Response and hearing deadlines matter even if you hope to reach an agreement. Do not assume that discussing a settlement with your spouse extends a court deadline.

Do we have to agree on everything before I call?

No. An initial conversation can help identify which issues are settled, which remain open, and whether temporary arrangements need attention. Be ready to explain your immediate concerns and any court dates.

How are child custody decisions made?

The child’s best interest is the primary consideration under Texas law. A workable parenting arrangement depends on the specific facts, including the child’s needs and any safety concerns. No particular schedule or result can be promised in advance.

What if there are immediate safety concerns?

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. Tell the office about safety concerns and any existing protective orders when arranging legal help. Do not wait for an ordinary consultation to seek emergency assistance.

Information & sources

General information only. Advice and deadlines depend on your situation.

Texas Courts: responding to a lawsuit ↗Texas Family Code, Chapter 153 ↗

04 / BEFORE WE TALK

A little preparation.
Bring what you have.

You do not need every document to make the first call. Start with what you know.

  1. 01

    Bring any petition, court order, or hearing notice you have received.

  2. 02

    Gather basic information about income, property, debts, and your children’s current arrangements.

  3. 03

    Write down immediate concerns and approaching dates. Ask the office how to share records securely.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Let’s talk.
Start here.

Tell us a little about your situation. John’s office can help you understand what comes next.

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