The Harris County Domestic Relations Office consists of four distinct, yet inter-dependent divisions: Family Court Services, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Legal Enforcement and Community Supervision, with a mission to ensure that:
- Children receive financial support from each parent.
- Children are afforded quality time, in a safe environment with their parents.
- Parents understand and keep children out of parental conflict.
- Parents are aware of the consequences of failing to follow court orders.
- Parents build new beginnings that strengthen and support their children after a divorce or separation.
- Parents discover that mediation is a preferred alternative to litigation.
- Children are adopted into forever homes that are safe, nurturing, and supportive.
- Parties realize increased access to justice in the Harris County Family Courts.