Serving Penwell, Ector County · 15 mi from our Odessa office
Family Law Attorney in Penwell, TX
Penwell sits along I-20 fifteen minutes southwest of Odessa in Ector County — a small community with a working-family core and heavy oilfield traffic passing through. When a Penwell marriage or custody arrangement breaks down, the case belongs to the same Ector County courts we work every week, and the same 15+ years of local experience applies.
We handle the full range for Penwell families: divorce (agreed and contested), conservatorship and possession, child support and enforcement, protective orders, and criminal defense. Small-community cases often involve tight budgets — that's why case evaluations are available by phone, video, or in person, uncontested work is quoted flat, and payment plans are standard.
Where Penwell Cases Are Filed
Family law cases for Penwell residents are filed with the Ector County District Clerk and heard in the Ector County district courts (70th, 161st, 244th, 446th) at the Ector County Courthouse, 300 N. Grant Avenue, Odessa, TX 79761 — a 20-minute drive up I-20. Ector County's standing order applies from the moment of filing, and temporary orders hearings are usually set within a few weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an uncontested divorce cost for a Penwell couple?
Uncontested divorces are quoted as flat fees at the case evaluation — you'll know the full number before committing, including the ~$350 Ector County filing fee. If both spouses agree on everything, most cases finalize soon after the 60-day waiting period ends.
I was served with papers and I live in Penwell — how long do I have?
Your written answer is due by 10 a.m. on the Monday following 20 days after you were served. Miss it and the other side can take a default judgment with everything they asked for. Call before the deadline — filing an answer is fast and stops a default.
Is Robles Family Law really serving Penwell, TX?
Yes. Penwell is approximately 15 miles from our Odessa office. We regularly represent Penwell (Ector County) residents in divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and criminal defense matters. We offer phone, video, and in-person consultations.
Where are family law cases filed for Penwell residents?
Penwell family law cases are filed in Ector County District Court. We have experience in courts across the Permian Basin and surrounding counties — including Ector, Midland, Andrews, Howard, Ward, Reeves, Crane, Martin, Loving, Upton, and Winkler counties.
Do you offer consultations for Penwell residents?
Yes. All initial consultations are available by phone, video, or in person regardless of whether you live in Penwell or anywhere in the 50-mile radius around Odessa. Call (432) 366-6000 or use the form on this page to schedule.
Can I get a divorce in Texas if I live in Penwell?
Yes, provided either spouse has lived in Texas for at least 6 months and in your county for at least 90 days (TX Family Code §6.301). For Penwell residents, this typically means filing in Ector County.
How long does a divorce take for Penwell couples?
Texas requires a minimum 60-day waiting period after filing (TX Family Code §6.702). Uncontested divorces in Ector County typically finalize in 60-90 days. Contested cases average 6-12 months.
Do you handle child custody cases for Penwell parents?
Absolutely. We handle child custody (conservatorship), visitation (possession & access), child support, and modifications throughout the Permian Basin, including Penwell and all of Ector County.