In Texas, a litigated divorce is one where the parties cannot agree on key issues and the case goes to trial for a judge or jury to decide. This process involves formal discovery, representation by attorneys, and court appearances. A non-litigated divorce, on the other hand, may involve methods like mediation or collaborative law, where both parties work together to reach an agreement outside of court, often with the help of their attorneys and other professionals. This can be a less adversarial and more cost-effective approach.