Family Law Attorney Wendy Hart is proud to serve the residents of Mansfield. If you live in Mansfield, you know why it’s a great place to live. South of Arlington and between Fort Worth and Dallas, it’s the quieter suburb with access to both cities. It’s the DFW suburb that’s a great place to raise a family. Mansfield is noteworthy for being one of the top school districts in Lone Star State. Its diverse population and family-oriented vibes attract people from around the DFW area as well as the rest of Texas.

Voted by Niche.com as one of the best places to live in Texas, and ranked #67 as one of the best suburbs to raise a family, Mansfield’s population is less than 75,000. About 75% of Mansfield residents own their homes, and it’s comparable to other suburbs in the DFW metro area.

This part of Texas is evolving from a rural area into a comfortable, friendly suburb. Earlier this year, Texas-based grocery chain HEB announced plans for a new store in Mansfield, at the corner of US 287 and Broad Street.

Keep Informed

Although Mansfield is primarily in Tarrant County, smaller parts of the city reside in Ellis and Johnson counties.

You can use Mansfield’s city government web page to access services and learn more about the city and stay connected with the City Calendar, City Newsroom, Mansfield’s Emergency Alert System, and even watch city council and other public meetings with a live feed. You can sign up for email and text notifications to keep in the know on the issues that are important to you and emergency notices.

The City of Mansfield also maintains accounts on both Twitter and Facebook which anyone can follow. Both accounts list news and announcements, including dates of city council meetings, cross-posted from the city’s web page, information on elections and voting, the Mansfield Independent School District, the county’s website, and other Texas resources.

History

Originally settled in the early 1850s, Mansfield experienced inbound migration from throughout the US. Nestled south of the branches of the Trinity River, Mansfield experienced growth after Julien Feild and Ralph Sandiford Mann purchased 540 acres of local land to build and found their grist mill and a general merchandise store.

The company sold their flour and meal to the Confederate States Army during the Civil War, with shipments headed for Shreveport, LA, and Jefferson City, MO. Naming the town after the two founders, it was first known as “Mansfeild.” The small community became prosperous, and eventually became known as “Mansfield” by the time it was incorporated in 1909.

For Visitors

While DFW has its share of places for both locals and tourists, Mansfield is also a great place to visit. Whether you’re visiting relatives, staying the weekend, or want to visit a new city, you’ll enjoy the “small-town” feel just a short drive from Dallas, Fort Worth, and Arlington.

Historic Downtown Mansfield is a popular place to visit. Two places of note Downtown are the Mansfield Historical Museum & Heritage Center and the Farr Best Theater, which hosts movies, concerts, performances, and other special events.

Fans of 5Ks have their pick of events during the year, including:

• Mansfield Run with Heart, a 5K or half-marathon

• Snowman Run 5K

• Pickle Palooza 5K/10K

• Barks & Rec 5K

Other calendar events include a yearly 4th of July festival, Music Alley, a family-friendly music festival, Veterans Day in November, and Hometown Holidays, complete with a parade.

If you’re a fan of parks, Mansfield manages over 1,100 acres of parks and trails, along with athletic fields and other recreational areas. This includes the Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park and the Katherine Rose Memorial Park, a former pecan orchard that has become one of Mansfield’s favorite parks. Named after one of the city’s founders, Julian Feild Park is a nine-acre neighborhood park that includes a playground, a picnic area, walking trails, and a “quiet area” called Serenity Gardens.

You can find more about Mansfield’s attractions at Visit Mansfield Texas’ website and by downloading the Mansfield Visitors Guide.

Mansfield Family Law Attorney For All Your Legal Needs

Wendy L. Hart is an experienced family law attorney serving families throughout Tarrant County and the Fort Worth area. She received her law degree from Texas Tech in 1995 and is a member in good standing with the Texas Bar. Her career began performing adoptions for foster parents and she worked for the Texas Attorney General’s Office’s child support office. In January 2001 she opened her current practice focusing on family law issues such as divorce, custody, and adoption. Use our online contact form, or call us at (817) 842-2336 for an appointment.