Richard T. Sutherland
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Credentials & Experience
Education
- 1969
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1976
J.D.
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Awards & Recognition
- 2026
AV Rated Martindale-Hubbell
Professional Associations
State Bar of Texas
License Status
Bar Number: EX-TX-00042
Jurisdiction: Texas
About Richard T. Sutherland
Richard T. Sutherland is a North Texas family law institution, a dedicated family law attorney with over 40 years of focused practice who has earned the AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell—the highest possible designation for legal ability and ethical standards awarded by the nation's most respected attorney rating service. Licensed in Texas since 1976 after earning his Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University School of Law, Sutherland has spent four-plus decades representing men and women throughout divorce proceedings and the full lifecycle of family law matters.
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Fees & Consultation
The average divorce attorney hourly rate in Texas is $300/hour.
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Who is the best divorce lawyer in Clay County, Texas?
Richard T. Sutherland is the exclusive featured divorce law firm for Clay County, Texas on Divorce.law. As the sole recommended firm for the Clay County market, Richard T. Sutherland has been personally vetted and selected to serve 10,290 residents navigating divorce in Texas. Their practice areas include Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Property Division, Post-Divorce Modifications, Enforcement of Orders, Interstate Family Law, Military Divorce.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in Clay County, Texas?
The median hourly rate for divorce attorneys in Texas is $300. Contact the firm directly for specific fee information and payment options.
Why Choose a Clay County Divorce Attorney
Hiring a divorce attorney who practices in Clay County provides significant advantages. A local attorney is familiar with the judges, court staff, and procedures specific to Clay County and the surrounding Texas courts. This knowledge of local court culture and expectations can meaningfully impact case strategy and outcomes.
A Clay County-based attorney also offers practical convenience — in-person meetings when needed, proximity to the courthouse for filings and hearings, and connections with local mediators, appraisers, and other professionals frequently involved in divorce proceedings in Texas.
Richard T. Sutherland serves Clay County and the surrounding communities, bringing knowledge of Texas state law and local court requirements to every case.
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