Montgomery County · Family Law Court · Conroe, TX

410th Judicial
District Court

Family law court in Conroe, Texas — handling divorce, child custody, child support, property division, and enforcement actions for Montgomery County. Located at 301 N. Main Street, Suite 210 · (936) 539-7860.

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Montgomery County Courthouse in Conroe, Texas — home of the 410th District Court Montgomery County
Montgomery County Courthouse · 301 N. Main Street, Conroe, Texas — home of the 410th District Court Montgomery County family law division

About Montgomery County, Texas

Established in 1837, Montgomery County is best known as the birthplace of the Texas Lone Star Flag and as a key historical trade center in early Texas. Located just north of Houston, the county transitioned from a timberland region into a booming oil producer in the early twentieth century.

To secure water for the growing region, the county helped create the massive 20,000-acre Lake Conroe — a man-made reservoir that today defines much of the area’s recreation and economy.

The county seat is Conroe, where all three family district courts — the 410th, the 418th, and County Court at Law No. 3 — sit at 301 N. Main Street. Our office is located at 141 N. San Jacinto Street, a short walk from the courthouse.

Downtown Conroe mural in Montgomery County, Texas — birthplace of the Texas Lone Star Flag and seat of the 410th District Court
Downtown Conroe — honoring Montgomery County’s heritage as the birthplace of the Texas Lone Star Flag

About the 410th Judicial District Court

The 410th Judicial District Court is one of three Montgomery County family courts located at 301 N. Main Street in Conroe. It handles family law matters including divorce, child custody and conservatorship, child support, property division, modification of existing orders, enforcement actions, and related proceedings.

All family law causes filed in the 410th are referred to the Associate Judge per a standing Order of Referral effective February 1, 2024. The Associate Judge holds all express, implied, and inherent powers of an Associate Judge under Chapter 201 of the Texas Family Code.

Cases are randomly assigned to one of the three Montgomery County family courts when filed with the District Clerk. If a prior case involving the same parties or children was heard in the 410th, any new filing must also be assigned to this court.

Our office is located at 141 N. San Jacinto Street in downtown Conroe — steps from the Montgomery County Courthouse at 301 N. Main Street. Our attorneys are familiar with the local rules, standing orders, and procedures of the 410th District Court and prepare clients thoroughly for every stage of their case.

Bench — 410th District Court Montgomery County

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Presiding Judge Hon. Jennifer J. Robin Elected January 1, 2017 · present
Board Certification — Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Family Law — Board Certified since 2007
Education
J.D. — St. Mary’s University School of Law (2000)
B.S., Finance and Management — Trinity University
Judicial & Legal Experience
Presiding Judge, 410th Judicial District Court — January 1, 2017 to present
Associate Judge, 418th Judicial District Court — appointed 2011
Private law practice in Montgomery County — 2000 to 2011
Texas Bar licensed since 2001
Montgomery County resident for approximately 40 years
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Associate Judge Hon. Kelly Hughes Norsworthy Order of Referral effective February 1, 2024
Board Certification — Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Family Law
Education
J.D. — South Texas College of Law (2012)
Judicial & Legal Experience
Associate Judge, 410th Judicial District Court — present
Texas Bar licensed since November 2, 2012 (Bar No. 24083583)
Primary practice area: Family Law
Professional Affiliations
Director / Judicial Representative — Montgomery County Bar Association

Courtroom Rules of Conduct — 410th District Court

🚫  Prohibited in the Courtroom
Gum, food, drinks, and tobacco products — water is permitted at counsel tables during hearings
Cameras, tape recorders, or recording devices without prior express approval from the Court
Weapons of any kind, unless you are a peace officer
Minor children in the courtroom without express permission from the Court
Audio recordings, video recordings, or photographs without express court approval
Inappropriate attire — no shorts, flip flops, revealing clothing, workout clothes, tank tops, hats, sunglasses, or clothing with obscenities
βœ…  Required of All Persons Appearing
Be present at the time specified by the Court
Attorneys scheduled in multiple courts must call 410th District Court staff to provide notice and estimated arrival time
Silence all electronic devices before entering the courtroom
Remain silent while the Court is in session unless addressing the bench
Do not lean on the bench when speaking with the Court
Rise when being addressed by the Court or when addressing the Court
Be polite and respectful at all times

Standing Orders of the 410th District Court

πŸ“‹ Order of Referral — Associate Judge Effective February 1, 2024

Pursuant to Chapter 201 of the Texas Family Code, the 410th District Court appointed an Associate Judge effective February 1, 2024. All family law causes filed in the 410th Judicial District Court are referred to the Associate Judge (Tex. Fam. Code §201.006). The Associate Judge holds all express, implied, and inherent powers, duties, and authority of an Associate Judge under Chapter 201 of the Texas Family Code.

βš–οΈ Standing Order on Motions and Hearings Effective January 1, 2023
Motions Without Live Testimony Set by submission with at least 10 days notice. Obtain date from Court Coordinator. Include Notice of Submission and a proposed order as a separate instrument. Failure to file any of these = no action taken.
Motions Requiring Live Testimony Must be set for oral hearing on date and time provided by the Court Coordinator or Administrator
Requesting an Oral Hearing Request in writing when filing. Opposing party may request in writing with response plus proposed order denying relief, filed at least 2 working days before submission date. Failure to respond may be treated as no opposition.
Certificate of Conference Required for all motions set by submission. Exceptions: Summary Judgment, Default Judgment, Voluntary Dismissal/Nonsuit, New Trial, Instanter Motions, Service of Citation
Cases Involving Children Required Health and Dental Insurance Information form (TFC §154.181/§154.1815) must be completed at filing or at latest 24 hours before any child support hearing
Temporary Orders Time Limits 1 hour per side (2 hours total). Intervening party aligned with one side receives 1.5 hours total. Amicus attorney and assistant AG each receive 30 minutes including cross-examination.
πŸ“„ Standing Order Regarding Default Judgments Effective January 1, 2023
No-Answer Default May be set for oral hearing without further notice to the defaulting party. Hearing date and time given by the Court Coordinator.
Property Division Cases A sworn Inventory and Appraisement must be on file at the time of the hearing, marked as an exhibit, and offered into evidence. Matter will be reset until satisfied.
Child Support Cases Required: proposed child support calculations, supporting documentation, and proof of the cost of insurance for the child or children if available
All Default Hearings A proposed judgment must be on file before the hearing date. All relief in the proposed order must be supported by the pleadings.
🀝 Standing Order Regarding Mediation Effective January 1, 2023

Prior to any evidentiary oral hearing, all parties are ordered to attend mediation. Parties must also complete a separate mediation for final trial, no more than 90 days prior to the trial date. Mediation completed more than 90 days before trial does not satisfy this order.

Mediation NOT Required For Motions to compel discovery, summary judgment, default judgments, voluntary dismissal/nonsuit, service of citation, new trial motions, and TROs
Final Trial Mediation Deadline Must occur no more than 90 days prior to the trial date. Mediation conducted more than 90 days before trial does not comply.
If Opposing Party Won’t Cooperate File a motion to compel mediation at least 45 days before trial and set it on the submission docket
Confidentiality All mediation participants are governed by Tex. R. Evid. 408 and Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§154.054 and 154.073
Attorney Rights Each attorney has the right to participate in mediation and be present with their client at all times
MSA & Additional Time If requesting more time beyond the Final Trial date to enter agreed orders pursuant to an MSA, submit via Joint Status Report at the Pretrial Conference. Failure to timely appear may result in dismissal.

Second Amended Standing Order — Montgomery County

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Second Amended Standing Order
Applies automatically to every divorce & SAPCR filed in Montgomery County · Effective January 1, 2023 · Enforceable by contempt including fines and imprisonment
What Is the Standing Order and Who Does It Apply To?

The Second Amended Standing Order automatically takes effect the moment a divorce or SAPCR is filed in any Montgomery County family court — including the 410th District Court. It applies to both parties immediately upon filing, without any additional court action, and remains in effect until the case is resolved or the court modifies it.

It is enforceable by contempt of court, which can include fines and imprisonment. Both parties are bound by it regardless of whether they have been formally served with the petition.

No Disruption of the Child
  • Removing the child from Texas without written agreement of both parties or a court order
  • Hiding or secreting the child from the other party
  • Making disparaging remarks about the other party in the presence or within earshot of the child
  • Interfering with the child’s current school placement without agreement or court order
  • Disturbing the peace of the child
Protection of Pets

Neither party may harm, remove from the county, hide, or dispose of any household pet owned by either party or the children during the pendency of the case.

Conduct of the Parties

Both parties are prohibited from threatening, harassing, or causing bodily injury to the other party or any child, and from destroying, removing, or encumbering any property of either party.

Preservation of Property & Finances (Divorce Cases)

Both parties are prohibited from: selling, transferring, or encumbering any property; withdrawing retirement funds except as authorized; making withdrawals in excess of ordinary living expenses; spending, wasting, or dissipating any property; destroying financial records; opening new accounts without notifying the other party within 72 hours; or entering into contracts affecting the marital estate without written agreement.

Both parties are required to: maintain all existing insurance coverage in full force and continue paying all existing obligations as they come due.

Insurance (Divorce Cases)

Neither party may cancel, allow to lapse, or change any existing insurance coverage — including health, life, automobile, homeowner’s, or renter’s insurance — that names the other party or any child. Neither party may change beneficiary designations on any insurance policy or retirement account.

Frequently Asked Questions — 410th District Court Montgomery County

The 410th handles family law matters — divorce, child custody and conservatorship, child support, property division, modification of existing orders, and enforcement actions. All family law causes are referred to the Associate Judge per the standing Order of Referral effective February 1, 2024. The Associate Judge has full authority under Chapter 201 of the Texas Family Code.
The 410th Judicial District Court is at 301 N. Main Street, Suite 210, Conroe, TX 77301. Hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, closed daily 12:00–1:00 PM for lunch. Our office is at 141 N. San Jacinto Street — steps away in downtown Conroe.
Call the Court first. Do not e-file a Notice of Hearing or send one to opposing counsel without first receiving confirmation from Court staff on the hearing date and time. The court coordinator can be reached at (936) 539-7860. This applies to both ancillary matters and submission docket settings.
Yes. The Standing Order Regarding Mediation requires all parties to attend mediation before any evidentiary oral hearing. A separate mediation for final trial must be completed no more than 90 days before the trial date — mediation conducted more than 90 days before trial does not satisfy the order. If the other party refuses to cooperate, you must file a motion to compel mediation at least 45 days before trial.
Under the Standing Order on Motions and Hearings, temporary orders hearings are limited to 1 hour per side (2 hours total). An intervening party aligned with one side gets 1.5 hours total including cross-examination. An amicus attorney and an assistant AG each get 30 minutes including cross-examination.
A no-answer default may be set for oral hearing without notice to the defaulting party. In property division cases, a sworn Inventory and Appraisement must be on file, marked as an exhibit, and offered at the hearing. In child support cases, proposed calculations and proof of insurance cost are required. In all default hearings, a proposed judgment must be on file before the hearing date.
Yes. The Second Amended Standing Order applies automatically the moment a divorce or SAPCR is filed in any Montgomery County family court — including the 410th. It takes effect immediately upon filing, before either party is served, and is enforceable by contempt including fines and imprisonment. The full order is detailed above.
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Our office is in downtown Conroe — steps from the Montgomery County Courthouse. Our attorneys are familiar with the local rules, standing orders, and procedures of the 410th District Court and prepare clients thoroughly for every stage of their case.

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