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When I finally decided to go to law school, I thought it best to focus on doing the most good for the greatest number of people—family law. The emotional intensity and typical complexity of the problems faced by family members suddenly embroiled in that kind of a contest require a steady hand and firm purpose. Since I have heard everything, nothing human will shock me.. My father was a high-school coach, so we moved often; however, I consider myself a ‘Sooner’ since I was born in Miami, Oklahoma. I graduated from a small high school in Southeastern Kansas; spent one semester at a college hoping to play football at the next level; and then came to my senses by enrolling at Pittsburg State University. After graduation I considered medical school or law school BEFORE I finally agreed to enter the seminary. I was sent to Holy Trinity Seminary on the campus of University of Dallas. Ordained in 1977 I finally decided to go to law school in Georgia: the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University, Macon, Georgia.. My daughter, Mary, graduated from Nolan High School and is currently enrolled at OSU, Stillwater, Oklahoma; she is majoring in Education. My wife, Johanna, is the manager of the Major Gifts Team, Catholic Charities, Fort Worth. She raises money for the agency to eradicate poverty, one family at a time. We attend Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, downtown Fort Worth. No pets now—our dear Asta died in 2016 at the age of 18 and we are not ready to adopt another dog YET.. Practice all areas of family law in the State of Texas: divorce; custody issues; child support; enforcement; and modification of existing orders. Also, since juvenile law is governed by the Family Code--juvenile delinquency and Department of Family and Protective Services cases!

I didn’t know I wanted to be an attorney until I went to law school. Now, I can’t imagine doing anything else! I particularly like the practice of family law because it allows me to carefully listen to the details of a client’s individual situation and come up with a unique strategy to help them accomplish their goals. Every case is different, and I enjoy the challenge of coming up with a course of action that will effectively address the concerns of the client and move the case towards a resolution.. For the last several years, I have also taken CPS cases through Court Appointment – representing children or parents when the Department of Family and Protective Services steps in and removes children from their home environment due to allegations of abuse or neglect. I find these cases to be extremely personally satisfying – especially in the role of Attorney Ad Litem when I represent the child or children. In 2019, due to my extensive knowledge, experience, and passion for this area of the law, I applied for and became Board Certified in Child Welfare Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.. I was born and raised in Abilene, Texas. I graduated from Cooper High School and spent a year at Abilene Christian University before transferring to Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. People think I’m crazy, but I loved living in Lubbock! There is just nothing like a West Texas sunset. After college, I moved to Granbury, Texas and commuted to Fort Worth, where I attended Texas Wesleyan University School of Law (now Texas A&M University School of Law). I eventually settled down just west of Fort Worth where I live with my two kids, three cats, and various other foster pets depending on the day.

Kristin Kaye is a Senior Attorney with Blanchard & Thomas, LLP. She has over ten years of experience litigating primarily Family Law and CPS matters. Throughout her legal career, she has tried over fifty jury trials, ranging from simple traffic violations to complex capital murder cases. She continually proves herself more than capable of handling every aspect of a case from consult, to negotiation, to jury argument.. One of the most-treasured compliments Kristin has received is, “you're the first person who ever made me feel like they cared about my case.” This is a truth Kristin strives to impart on all clients she represents at B&T. She will work hard to earn the right to be your attorney indefinitely, not just for your current legal issue. She is zealous, fierce, and passionate advocate in and out of the courtroom. She can be trusted not to back down from any fight unless it is in your best interest and at your request.. Before joining the team at B&T, Kristin served as an Assistant District Attorney in McLennan (Waco), Harrison and Anderson Counties. In those positions, she initially handled a variety of criminal cases from misdemeanor traffic tickets to felony capital murders. She later represented the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (also known as CPS) before ultimately becoming a felony level prosecutor assigned to the Crimes Against Children Division. Through those experiences, Kristin became particularly adept at both storytelling and public speaking. She often moved jurors to tears in her closing arguments due to her ability to convey her passion for protecting children and the jury’s ability to make positive change through their verdict. She also developed a knack for speaking with children on their level and helping them express their hardships in a public forum. She has perfected the art of being welcoming and gentle with children while remaining direct and calculated with adult witnesses, attorneys, and Judges.. Kristin holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary's University School of Law (2011) where she was a member of the Mock Trial Team and National Black Law Students Association Mock Trial Team. Her team made it to the national level competition in Boston, Massachusetts. Additionally, Kristin participated in the St. Mary's University School of Law Clinic where she helped represent low income clients in family cases and other civil law matters. Kristin earned her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2006.. Kristin is a native Texan, born and raised in San Antonio. She is currently a member of the McLennan County Defense Lawyers Association, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the State Bar of Texas Family Law Section. In her free time, Kristin enjoys yoga, journaling, horror movies, gardening, listening to true-crime podcasts, and spending time with her two young children. If asked, her family would say her specialty in the kitchen is fried chicken wings, and enchiladas with a tomatillo-based sauce.

I am originally from Katy, Texas, and grew up in Mesa, Arizona. I graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor’s Degree in Law and a minor in Business Administration after receiving the Arizona Excellence Scholarship Award. From there, I attended Mississippi College School of Law, where I graduated Cum Laude, received the Justice Jess H. Dickinson Professionalism Award, and was inducted into the Order of Barristers for my oral advocacy and briefing skills. I am a member of the Texas State Bar and the Tarrant County Bar Association.. During Law School, I  spent two years at the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office working as a law clerk, and I also clerked for the 15th District Chancery Judge of Brookhaven, Mississippi. In addition to that, I served as a Research Representative for LexisNexis throughout my law school career. Today, my practice primarily focuses on family law. I am constantly striving for excellence and I am fully dedicated to acting on behalf of the best interests of my clients. Family law matters are straining, and I will provide a thorough explanation of your case and keep you fully informed throughout the process. I will always take the time to speak with you and give you an honest assessment of where your case stands.. Outside of the practice of law, I enjoy spending quality time with my family.

My goal is to guide my clients through their legal issue giving them solid advice on how to best handle their situation at a reasonable fee.  As your attorney I will advise you of your legal rights, guide you through the legal process and give you straight forward answers so that you can achieve the best possible outcome.

Southlake family lawyer Michelle Purvis delivers high-quality representation for a wide range of family matters. She represents clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, property division, and order enforcement. From the negotiating table to the courtroom, Michelle is a skilled professional backed by over 20 years of experience. Before founding her own firm, Michelle Purvis Law, Michelle worked at a large family law firm in Houston. She was trained by some of Texas’ leading family law trial attorneys and carries that knowledge and training into her practice today. Michelle holds a B.S. from the University of Houston-Downtown and a J.D. from South Texas College of Law. She is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the State Bar of Texas Family Law Section, the Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association, and the Texas Family Law Foundation.

Licensed to practice law in California and Texas.

At JLS, we understand that the decision to separate or file for divorce is not an easy one.  Ineviteably, it will probably be one of the most difficult experiences in your life--not only emotionally, but financially.  Our firm will do everything we can to provide you with the best representation possible.  We understand that your case is the most important thing happening to you at this point in your life.  We will be there for you, not only as your lawyer, but as a counselor, too.   If you are looking for tough but compassionate attorneys, contact our firm today for a free consultation.

Houston native, Paul Michael Leopold, graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science in Marriage, Family, and Human Development and was provisionally licensed as a Certified Family Life Educator by the National Council on Family Relations prior to graduating from Texas A&M University School of Law.. Mr. Leopold joined KoonsFuller in 2015 after clerking for the Eastland Court of Appeals in Eastland, Texas. Mr. Leopold has quickly become a go-to attorney within the Firm and among colleagues outside of the firm. In 2017, Mr. Leopold became the youngest recipient of the Joseph W. McKnight Best Family Law CLE Article award, which is awarded by the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas once each year for the best continuing legal education article in Texas from that year. Mr. Leopold regularly prepares articles and presentations for continuing legal education courses held around the nation.. Mr. Leopold primarily acts as appellate counsel on cases, whether KoonsFuller handled the trial or not. Mr. Leopold has handled appeals and original proceedings before the Supreme Court of Texas and before 8 different courts of appeals around the state of Texas. Mr. Leopold also regularly assists attorneys within and without the Firm with legal briefing and dispositive motions.. Although Mr. Leopold primarily acts as appellate counsel, his unique experiences and education give him the demeanor, knowledge, and ability necessary to effectively serve his clients at any stage of litigation. Outside of work, Mr. Leopold enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, and rock climbing.

Kimberly is a family law attorney in the KoonsFuller, P.C., Southlake Office.  Her practice includes agreed divorce, complex divorce, family law litigation, suits affecting parent-child relationship (SAPCR / custody), modifications, adoptions, guardianships, mediation, collaborative matters, QDROs, child support and enforcements.

Heather King is the complete family lawyer, one of the few family law attorneys with extensive experience from the beginning of a case, through trial or settlement to the handling of an appeal. Because of her range of talents, she is called upon to handle trials and appeals throughout the state.. Ms. King is especially adept at handling appeals of divorce cases. Recently, a reporter for WBAP Radio in Fort Worth spoke to her about the challenges involved in appealing a divorce case.. She joined KoonsFuller in 2007 as a Partner and manager of the firm’s Southlake office. Heather King is President of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists and a former President of the Tarrant County Bar Association and the Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association.

I strive to save people from the full "litigation experience" of divorce. I try to help clients through the family law process as painlessly as possible, keeping their ultimate goals in mind. I try to facilitate agreed resolutions that allow my clients to move on with their lives.. I have been practicing primarily family law since 2009. Before I went into practice I was a law librarian and legal research professor for 13 years. I have experience handling divorce, modification of child custody and support, drafting of qualified domestic relations orders (QDRO), estate planning and probate matters. My office is well equipped to handle most family law matters, from the simple to the very complex. We also handle collaborative family law matters and adoptions.. My office is centrally located in Grapevine, Texas and we handle cases in Tarrant and Denton Counties, including the municipalities of Grapevine, Southlake, Colleyville, Bedford, Hurst, Euless, Arlington, North Richland Hills, Richland Hills, Keller, Haltom City, Watauga, Mansfield, Fort Worth, Northlake, Westlake, Trophy Club, Flower Mound, Lewisville, Highland Village, Argyle, Double Oak, Denton, Krum, Carrollton and Coppell. On the personal side, I am married and practice with my husband, Donald.  We have 3 sons. Interests outside of the law revolve around cooking and World Cup soccer events.