Top Family Lawyers Near Me in HOUSTON Area

I believe every client deserves to be educated in their case. You and I are a team that will work together to educate and prepare you for both litigation and success after litigation.. In family law I have a wide variety of experience from adult disabled children and child support to complex property division.  Family law matters are extremely personal and each case is unique.  While many good results come from mediation, sometimes circumstances require a hearing.  I give my clients honest assessments of their circumstances and let them decide from the options available to them.  I believe it is important to keep my clients active participants in their own legal process.  We work together to address liquidity, possible tax implications and cash flow concerns as well as child related custody and possession issues.. Creativity and an open mind have led to many resolutions that would never have happened inside a courtroom and are a much better result for all parties involved, including the children.. I have been involved in the LGBTQ community for a decade and am proud to support my LGBTQ clients through their own family law journeys.. I am here to guide you on your difficult journey through the confusing, and often times frustrating, legal system and to assist in creating workable solutions.. I have been selected by my peers as a Houstonia Top Attorney 2018 and as a Texas Rising Star attorney for 2019, 2020, and 2021.

I am passionate about personal injury and entertainment law. A native Houstonian, I graduated from The University of Houston Law Center. Prior, I attended college at Emory University, graduating with a joint degree in English and Creative Writing and a minor in Theater.. During my time at the University of Houston Law Center, I was President of the Student Animal Legal Defense Fund and chaired the Moore’s School of Music Gala.  I was also honored and a speaker alongside actress Christine Baranski for the Human Rights Gala. I completed a summer clerkship at the Law Office of Dan Cogdell, a nationally prominent, Houston based, white collar defense attorney, and a winter clerkship at a boutique family law firm.. After graduating from the University of Houston Law Center, I went on to earn my LLM degree in Entertainment and Media Law from Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles. There, I was editor of the award winning Biederman Entertainment Law Review.. While in Los Angeles, I clerked at The Rosen Law Group, a boutique entertainment law firm in Venice Beach, that represents a variety of entertainment industry clients, including actors, directors, and production companies. In the entertainment law industry, I found a natural fit working with people, which led her ultimately to a career in family law.. I am also certified life coach from the Life Coach Institute of Orange County.  As a coach, I  specialized in empowerment coaching and dating and relationship coaching.  I truly believe that my life coach background makes her particularly compassionate regarding her family law clients.

I am a zeolous advocate for each of my clients.  My practice areas include divorce, family law, and criminal top priority is advocating for my client to the very end.. I believe in exceeding my client's expectations by keeping an open line of communication throughout the entire process and offering quality representation at an affordable price.. Navigating through the justice system can be a draining experience, but with the right attorney alongside you, the experience can be less intimidating.. If you are in need of an attorney who will fight for you, call me to schedule a consultation.

I am a native Houstonian with deep roots in Texas. I am a husband and father. Before law school, I worked as a family crisis interventionist. I saw first-hand the myriad of family dynamics and learned the importance of providing the right kind of help to families.I know that no two family law cases are the same. That is why I strive to provide personalized representation to each client. Clients expect more than just a lawyer when dealing with difficult and emotional matters. I have the extra-legal background to provide more than just legal representation. My work in family services and degree in psychology allow me to draw upon experience and education to provide advice and understanding to my clients.. Twice named to the Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2014 / 2015. Houstonia Magazine Top Lawyers of 2015. H Texas Magazine Top Family Lawyers 2016 / 2017 / 2018

Houston divorce attorney John “Bo” Nichols has been practicing family law for more than twenty years. A native of Houston, Nichols is a regular selectee to the Best Lawyers in America list, holding that honor since 2009. Additionally, Nichols has been a Texas Super Lawyer honoree for more than ten years.. Devoted to the practice of family law, including divorce, child custody and property division, Nichols is regarded as one of the foremost trial specialists by his peers. Nichols holds the prestigious position of Senior Faculty Member at the National Family Law Trial Institute, a peer educational organization well known for its rigorous program dedicated to honing the trial skills of divorce lawyers from all over the United States.. Regardless of the issue at hand, when it comes to Houston family law, Nichols’ name precedes him in the courtroom. Well respected by peers, held to the utmost trust by his clients, Nichols is one of the preeminent family law attorneys locally, statewide and nationally.. Nichols is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Historically I have handled family law cases including divorce; custody; adoptions; termination of parental rights; name changes;  modifications of child support and custody; pre-nuptual agreements; post-nuptual agreements; parenting plans.  I also have a criminal practice with my experience as a Ft. Bend County District Attorney's office.  I handle felonies; misdemeanors and juvenile cases.   Most of my cases are in Harris County; Montgomery, Brazoria; Galveston and Ft. Bend County.  I take every case seriously and treat every client the same no matter what the issue or legal matter brings.. On occasion, I handle trust matters and business litigation, including consumer litigation; real estate and contract disputes.. If you have a legal issue please do not hesitate to call my office to set up a free consultation either on the phone or in person.  My private cell number is.  Thank you for reading my profile.

Grady Reiff began working for Fullenweider Wilhite as a clerk in law school and became an associate with the firm shortly after his admission to the State Bar of Texas in 2010.. Grady has represented a variety of individuals in all aspects of family law, including drafting pre- and post-marital property agreements, preparing gestational (surrogacy) agreements, divorce litigation, parentage and custody suits, adoptions and parental rights termination, child custody and support modifications and enforcements, and post-divorce property enforcements and divisions. Grady also has extensive experience in complex property characterizations and valuations and pre-trial matters, working to successfully dismiss unmeritorious claims, defending as well as invalidating pre- and post-marital property agreements, and reaching settlement.. Prior to joining the firm, Grady interned at the First Court of Appeals of Texas under Justice Terry Jennings and was a member of the Environmental & Energy Law and Policy Journal at the University of Houston Law Center. He is also a fifth-generation Texan and native Houstonian.

For Cindy DIggs, the key to helping her clients is to listen and learn the client's case, and then to be the most prepared lawyer in the room. Her philosophy is to prepare for war in order to be prepared to either fight for her client or to help her client negotiate a successful peace.. Cindy Diggs is the original shareholder as well as the Managing Shareholder of Diggs & Sadler. She has practiced law for over 35 years, and is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in:. Cindy has spent her entire legal career in Houston and the surrounding areas, and is a specialist in all types of family law and divorce cases including appeals.  She has tried many cases before both judges and juries in Texas, and has represented clients successfully through the appeals process.  She is liscensed to practice in the Texas State Courts and has also been admitted to practice before many Federal Courts, including the Southern District of Texas, the Fifth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.. Cindy is a member of:. Cindy Diggs has been selected to Superlawyers every year since 2009.  She is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates as well as the International Academy of Family Lawyers-- both of which are invitation-only organizations-- where she serves as a delegate or serves on and chairs committees of these organizations at the local, state, national and even international levels.. Cindy is a member and a Past-President of the Association of Women Attorneys in Houston.  She is also a Founding member of the Center for Women in Law at the University of Texas, Austin.. Cindy is active in the community, among other activities, she served on the board as well as the advisory board of the Houston Urban Debate League, and served for 10 years on the Board of Directors of Houston's Stages Repertory Theatre.. Cindy served on the Pattern Jury Charge Committee, Family Law, State Bar of Texas from 2001 to 2002.. Cindy earned her juris doctorate in 1984 from The University of Texas School of Law, where she was an Associate Editor of The Texas Law Review and a member of the Order of the Barristers. She represented The University of Texas School of Law as a member of its National Moot Court Team and National Mock Trial Teams.. Cindy's consultation fee is $1000 for an one and a half hour initial consultation.  Other attorneys at Diggs & Sadler are available at lower fees.

Firm co-founder, Denise Khoury, is a skilled family law attorney with over two decades of experience in handling Texas, interstate, and international family law and divorce cases Ms. Khoury is bilingual - comfortable explaing the divorce and custody process to clients whose primary language is English or Spanish. A certified and experienced mediator, and experienced Parenting Coordinator and Amicus Attorney advocating for children's rights, she firmly believes that a final order based on an agreed settlement has a greater chance of long-term success than one determined by a judge or jury. She is also a strong proponent of parties resolving their issues through the Collaborative Law process; a successful form of Alternative Dispute Resolution, which focuses on handling sensitive family law matters in a private, custom way outside of the standard, public courthouse experience. Regardless, Ms. Khoury's experience in litigation ensures that for those cases where court involvement is unavoidable, like those involving abuse or circumstances where serious mental health struggles impact family relationships, clients know they can entrust their matter to her capable hands with confidence, knowing she will advocate with strength and compassion.. Prior to graduating from South Texas College of Law in downtown Houston, Texas, Ms. Khoury attended the University of St. Thomas where she graduated with a B.A. in International Studies and Business, with an emphasis in cultural and religious studies. Ms. Khoury is a native Houstonian with long-lasting friendships that originated from her elementary, middle school, and high school years at Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart. Ms. Khoury has extended family in Latin America and the Middle East.. Ms. Khoury takes pride in the work, passion, and empathy that she provides for each client and their unique, personal, life events that led them to seek her services.

Family law attorney who represents parents, grandparents and children in family law matters. Practice Jurisdiction - Texas.

Family law attorney and co-parenting mediator. Former child support attorney for the Texas Attorney General's Office handling order creation and enforcement. Currently managing attorney at Olowska & Pierre, Inc., handling complex family law cases involving support, divorce, custody, and adoptions. Founding editor of the legal blog.. Also handling wills, personal injury, and immigration law cases nationally involving visas, unifications, adoptions, residency, citizenship, and deportations. Our law firm handles additional types of cases for your convenience.. Fluent in Haitian Creole and law licensed in Florida and Texas. Former educator who believes in educating through free law seminars and educational series.

Experienced Excellence. While the Law Office of Javier Rivera opened its doors in 2020 Attorney Javier Rivera has been serving the Houston area since 2009 with measurable success. We pride ourselves on a deep tradition of excellence, ensuring only the highest quality service. We understand the challenges and pressure that comes with every case and are here for you, every step of the way.. Dependable, calm, and well spoken, our team of legal professionals add the personal touch our clients deserve whilst approaching each new case with the attention it needs. Get in touch with us today.

Dedicated attorney, determined to provide quality legal representation to my clients. I am also a mediator, providing all services in English and Spanish.

Debra Herndon has been an attorney for Laura Dale and Associates, P.C. since 2014. She is an experienced Senior Associate Attorney who focuses her practice on helping individuals facing family law challenges. With over twenty years of experience representing clients in all phases of litigation in trial court and appellate court, she is qualified to fight for you and your family’s rights. She is experienced in drafting marital property agreements—including pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements—and handles cases regarding: divorce, adoption, custody issues, paternity, and mediation issues.. Debra’s passion has always been family centered. She graduated with honors, cum laude, from Queens College in 1995 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. Subsequently, she received her Master of Social Work degree with a focus in Child Welfare from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1997. She then graduated from Tulane University School of Law were she obtained her Juris Doctorate degree in 2000. She has been licensed to practice law in the state of Texas since 2000 and is one of only 860 lawyers in the entire state of Texas to qualify as Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She is a member of several legal organizations, including: the Houston Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, Fort Bend Family Bar Association, Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists, and the Association of Women Attorneys. She is an advocate of family law matters and has spoken at conferences on divorce, mediation, and spousal support. Houstonia Magazine recognized her as one of “Houston’s Top Lawyers” in 2013 and 2015, and in 2012, she was recognized by Avvo for the “Client’s Choice Award.” Outside of practicing law, she loves to travel and enjoys spending time with her cats and dogs.

Dan-Phi is a former Assistant County Attorney with over 8 years experience in the area of Family and Child Welfare Law as a CPS Prosecutor for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Skilled in Motion Practice, Legal Writing, Discovery, Oral Advocacy, and First Chair Jury Trial Experience. He earned his post-graduate (JD) degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law (Texas Southern University) in 2010 and has been licensed to practice in the State of Texas since 2011. After departing from the County Attorney's office, he briefly worked under two reputable family law firms for a brief period of time, and learned a great deal of family law outside of the CPS realm, only to later realize that he was no longer built to work under anyone as an associate and decided to start his own law practice with the primary focus on family law and CPS defense.. Dan-Phi V. Nguyen is a native Houstonian who was born and raised in Sharpstown and Sugar Land, Texas in his younger years. He graduated from Houston Baptist University in February 2004 with a Bachelor degree in Business Administration and Finance. After working a few years in commercial property management and real estate, he decided to pursue a legal career and attended Thurgood Marshall School of Law. During his tenure there, he took every opportunity to participate in trial simulation events, mock trials, and moot court competitions. Dan-Phi fell in love with the courtroom since his internship with the Harris County Attorney’s Office (Child Protective Division) and developed many meaningful relationships with his mentors where he was offered the job as an Assistant County Attorney two weeks after his admission with the Texas State Bar. He has experience in CPS and family law litigation in both the family courts and juvenile courts of Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, and Galveston in the counties. He was very active with TMSL Board of Advocates and has been invited every year to act as presiding judge over the mock trial competitions for TMSL’s rising lawyers in training.

Committed to helping real people with real problems, Tate has represented the injured, the estranged, and the accused for more than a decade in state and federal courts across Texas.

Christine K. Lincoln offers sound counsel and legal services to protect clients and their families facing divorce and other family disputes.  She will take the time to understand your individual needs and develop a comprehensive solution to protect your rights and interests.. Christine K. Lincoln is the sole practitioner at The Lincoln Law Firm, PLLC. She is a 1998 graduate of Loyola University New Orleans School of Law in New Orleans, Louisiana.  Christine Lincoln was admitted to the Texas Bar in 1999, and her firm meets the legal needs of individuals and families throughout the Cy-Fair area in family law.  Prior to receiving her law degree, Christine attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she received a bachelor of science degree in Business Administration in May of 1992.

Brad Tilton graduated from the University of Houston with membership in the Honor's College with a B.S. in Biology.  Immediately after graduating from college, he attended South Texas College of Law.  While at South Texas, Brad Tilton was a member of the South Texas Law Review, serving as an assistant editor and earning the Nobles and Wade Award for Distinguished Service.  Brad Tilton also obtained the highest grade award for Oil & Gas law.. Brad Tilton graduated cum laude from South Texas in the top 10% of his class.  He earned dean's list and was inducted into the Order of the Lytae.  Following law school, he worked as an associate attorney for the Selesky Law Firm, a general litigation firm focusing on family law.. Brad Tilton is happily married to his wife, Vanessa.  When he's not practicing law, Brad participates in bbq cookoff teams, softball, and volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America, where he is an eagle scout.

Board Certified Family Law Attorney.

Board Certified - Family Law. Board Certified - Child Welfare Law. Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Stephanie Proffitt dedicates her entire practice to family law, with her practice being primarily based in Harris County, Texas.  Ms. Proffitt handles complex custody matters, CPS matters, property division, divorce, child support, possession and access, contempt, enforcement, and all other family law matters.

Backed by almost 20 years of legal experience, Attorney Shannon L. Boudreaux is passionate about helping families navigate through seamless legal processes. Over the years, she has handled a wide range of high-conflict family law matters, including complex divorce cases, child custody disputes, custody modifications, and more. Additionally, she focuses much of her practice handling pet custody issues.. Due to her dedication and ample amounts of success, she has been named to the National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers and has obtained the Businesswoman of the Year Award from the Business Advisory Counsel of the National Republican Congressional Committee. Before committing her life to judiciary work, Ms. Boudreaux attended Sam Houston State University. Upon the completion of her undergraduate coursework, she enrolled at South Texas College of Law where she completed her Juris Doctorate.

Attorney Arpita Legha, a cofounding partner of Oxner Legha, PLLC, exclusively focuses and manages the Family Law section of the firm.. Arpita was born in New Delhi, India and moved to Houston, Texas in 2002. While her peers were graduating high school, Arpita received a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance at the age of just 19. Thereafter, Arpita received her Law Degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law where she graduated Magna Cum Laude, followed by a Masters in Law (LL.M.) in Tax Law at the University of Florida Levin School of Law.. Arpita started her career as an international tax planning attorney at PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, one of the top 4 accounting firms in the world. Missing the personal aspect of practicing law, Arpita quit her corporate job and became a family law attorney. She fell in love with family law and the people she helped navigate life changing events. Immediately prior to cofounding Oxner Legha, Arpita was the lead attorney managing a docket of over 50 family law cases.. Arpita’s family law practice specifically deals with complex property divisions, high net worth divorces, child custody battles, negotiations, and mediations. Her background in business and tax provides Arpita a unique perspective into her clients’ emotional and financial needs. While being compassionate for her clients, Arpita has the ability to arm her clients with the knowledge they need to make sound decisions regarding their case and foreseeable future.. Arpita, her husband, Jagroop, along with their two dogs, Romeo and Storm, are proud residents of Houston, Texas. In her free time, Arpita loves to play the drums.

At the Law Office of Kristin Kline, we provide experienced and affordable family law services.  We understand that you are going through a difficult time, and our goal is to help you resolve your family matter with as little emotional and financial turmoil as possible. During these times, it's important to have a caring, compassionate, and honest attorney on your side. Kristin has over 19 years experience representing clients in all areas of family law including divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, adoption, estate planning, and probate. Call today to set up an appointment to speak with Kristin one on one.  She will take the time to answer your questions and explain how she can help you fight for your rights.. Kristin Kline has lived in Houston, Texas all of her life. She grew up in Fort Bend County and graduated from Dulles High School. After graduating from high school she attended college and received her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Houston, majoring in Criminal Justice. Upon graduating from college, she became a paralegal and worked for a prominent Houston law firm for 10 years before deciding to go to law school. After graduating from Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Kristin started her own law firm focusing primarily on family law issues.

Ashley V. Tomlinson is an experienced attorney with Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. She focuses her practice on helping clients with their family related matters. With over ten years of legal experience, Ashley has helped many families with all aspects of family law, including cases involving child abduction under the Hague Convention.. Ashley graduated magna cum laude from Hollins University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and French. She earned a Juris Doctorate from Tulane University in New Orleans where she was the Senior Articles Editor for Tulane Journal of International and Comparative Law, one of the leading scholarly journals in international law. While in law school, Ashley focused primarily on family and international law. She was a member of the Tulane Domestic Violence Law Clinic, representing survivors of domestic violence in divorce and protective order cases. Ashley also interned for the Honorable Lisa Millard of the 310th Family District Court of Harris County, Texas.. Ashley has a unique legislative background, with previous experience in the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Texas Senate, and as a lobbyist. Ashley is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She is licensed to practice law in the state of Texas and is admitted to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States District and Bankruptcy Court of the Southern District of Texas.. Ashley is a member of several legal organizations including the State Bar of Texas, Houston Bar Association, and Houston Young Lawyers Association. She was selected by her peers for inclusion in the Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars list by Thomson Reuters from 2019 to 2020. Her clients often describe her as a “patient” attorney who is “responsive, diligent, and knowledgeable” when handling cases.

As a compassionate advocate, Tesha prides herself in knowing the details that make the difference. She knows that achieving the best possible result in each case is dependent on thoroughly listening to the client, understanding and analyzing the client’s specific facts and circumstances, and ultimately being a voice for that client. Tesha excels in telling her client’s story in a compelling and persuasive manner that gets results.. Tesha often receives referrals from her past clients- a true testimony to the care Tesha provides each case, the attention given to each client’s file, and the successful outcomes realized when the cases are complete.Tesha has handled and successfully resolved cases for several notable public interest figures, professional athletes, and other prominent sports figures, maintaining the strictest confidences to keep such cases out of the public arena and media. Tesha has also successfully handled more than half a dozen grandparent conservatorship cases and is equipped to handle any family law matter presented.. Tesha Peeples began her tenure with Holmes, Diggs & Sadler as a law clerk, and is now a shareholder with the firm. She has gained significant experience handling divorce, child custody, child custody modification, paternity, grandparent rights, and other family law cases, and has first-chair trial experience in family law.. Tesha’s dedication to her clients and reputation led to her nomination and selection as a Rising Star in Family Law by Super Lawyers in 2018. This honor was again bestowed on Tesha in 2019 and 2020. Only 2.5% of lawyers are chosen for this honor each year, and Tesha has now been selected three years in a row.. In 2019, Tesha was also named as a Houstonia 2019 Top Lawyer. Tesha was awarded AVVO’s Client’s Choice award for Child Custody in 2012. 2015-2017, Tesha was selected as one of the “10 Best” Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction for Texas by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys.. Tesha is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, the Family Law Section of the Houston Bar Association, and the Montgomery County Bar Association. In 2018, she was appointed to serve a three-year term on the District 4 Grievance Committee of the State Bar of Texas, and is in her second year of service. Additionally, Tesha served on the State Bar of Texas Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee in 2017 and 2018, and the Association of Women Attorneys Judicial Screening Committee from 2012 to 2014.. Tesha graduated from the University of Houston Law Center, where she excelled in advocacy placing in many competitive mock trial and alternative dispute resolution competitions. Tesha was 1 of only 10 students elected to the Order of Barristers, a national honorary organization whose purpose is the encouragement of oral advocacy and brief writing skills through effective law school oral advocacy programs. Tesha also served as the Chief Articles Editor of the Journal of Consumer and Commercial Law.