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My law practice is devoted to Family Law, Collaborative Law, Mediation, and Arbitration. We offer highly personalized, discreet service and strive for creative solutions to each client's needs.  I have been working on family law cases for 37+ years and have been Board certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1992. Amicable resolution of cases through mediation or the collaborative process is our goal in family law cases.. Professional Activities: Board Certified in Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, since 1992; Texas Super Lawyer; AV rated, Martindale Hubbell for 25+ years; Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists; Collaborative Divorce Texas, Membership and Forms Committees; President, Collaborative Divorce Austin, 2023-Present; Director, Collaborative Law Council of State Bar of Texas, 2024 - Present; Adjunct Professor, University of Texas School of Law 2017-Present; Member, Austin, Wiiliamson County, and Hays County Bar Associations; former President of Williamson County Women Lawyers' Section; Texas Family Law Foundation; Travis County Women Lawyers Association Foundation; International Association of Collaborative Professionals; Chair, ADR Section of Austin Bar Association, 2018-21, current Treasurer; Former Chair and current Member, Family Law Section of Austin Bar Association; Chair, Preservation Committee of Austin Bar Association, 2021-Present; Directory of Women in Dispute Resolution;  Member, American Bar Association, Mediation, Arbitration, and Women in Dispute Resolution Committees; Member of State Bar of Texas and The Florida Bar.

I practice exclusively Family Law, which includes: divorce, child custody, modification of existing divorce decrees and orders, child support, visitation, and other matters related to family law.

Austin family law attorney Amanda Andrae is a founding partner of Andrae Law, PLLC. With every case she takes on, Amanda strives to provide thoughtful, personalized guidance for her clients. She understands what it takes to navigate the often complex family law system, whether it be divorce, adoption, child custody, or another family matter. Amanda has been Board Certified in Family Law since 2008 and, while she strives for optimal settlements and mediation processes, she is prepared to take your case to trial if needed. Call Andrae Law, PLLC to schedule a consultation with the team.

Alyse F. Donnelly is a Partner at Kirker | Davis, LLP and an experienced attorney practicing family law with a focus on complex divorce litigation and contested custody matters. Alyse is committed to providing compassionate, professional representation while achieving the best possible result for each and every client.. Alyse’s college internship with the Genesis Women’s Shelter inspired her to become a family law attorney. Alyse completed her undergraduate studies at Southwestern University, where she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree and enjoyed membership in her sorority Alpha Delta Pi and in the International Honor Society in her Psychology major.. At St. Mary’s University School of Law, Alyse served as a Staff Writer and an Editorial Board Member on the St. Mary’s Law Review, as well as a Member of the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honors Society. In 2012, the St. Mary’s Law Review selected Alyse’s Comment on the Violence Against Women Act for publication.. Alyse graduated at the top of her law school class and immediately began pursuing her passion: family law. Alyse became a skilled trial attorney while working with a seasoned solo practitioner in San Antonio for three years. During her time in San Antonio, Alyse briefed and presented oral argument to The Fourth Court of Appeals of Texas.. Thereafter, Alyse spent two years as a Senior Associate Attorney with a firm in Dallas exclusively handling family law matters. Alyse represented clients across Texas, in large and small counties, with issues ranging from high-asset property division issues, to specialized parenting plans, to creative problem-solving in collaborative divorce.. In the fall of 2018, Alyse moved back down to the Austin area, where she and the top-tier attorneys that comprise Kirker Davis, LLP provide zealous advocacy and knowledgeable and creative representation to clients in Central Texas.

Leslie J. Bollier heads Bollier Ciccone Stinson LLP’s family law section. Leslie is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She was selected as a Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters, as published in Super Lawyers Magazine and Texas Monthly Magazine. She is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists and a Lifetime Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation. She is a member of the Family Law Sections of the State Bar of Texas, American Bar Association, and Austin Bar Association. Leslie is also a member of the Travis County Women Lawyers Association and the Collaborative Law Institute. Leslie is an experienced and skilled family law litigator and formerly practiced at the Law Office of Becky Beaver.. Leslie focuses on results, client goals and unwavering advocacy, and is especially skilled in complex property and child custody cases. Her expertise includes cases involving the business and asset valuation, closely held business interests, relocation cases, child custody, characterization of property and premarital agreements.. Leslie’s goal is to negotiate the best settlement possible for her clients. However, when litigation is necessary, she has the trial skills to ensure the best results in a courtroom. She is known for establishing a close rapport with her clients by guiding them through the family law process and delivering the best outcome achievable for them and their children. Leslie understands the unique challenges clients face in family law matters and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of legal representation.

Katherine L. Obando has exclusively practiced Family Law in Texas since 2017. She is well-respected in the regional legal community and has strong relationships with other counsel and court personnel. Katherine is an important member of the Coldwell Bowes LLP legal team, providing creativity in strategy and settlement discussions, and outstanding client communications. In 2021, she was selected as a Texas Super Lawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters, as published in Super Lawyers Magazine and Texas Monthly Magazine. She is also a Preferred Professional for family law attorneys by the Lead Her Board of Texas.. Katherine obtained her law degree from Texas A&M University School of Law in 2017. She has experience in Travis County, Williamson County, Bastrop County, Hays County, and Bell County. An engaged member of the law community, she is a member of the Family Law Sections of the State Bar of Texas, Austin Bar Association, and Hispanic Bar Association.. During her time at Texas A&M School of Law, Katherine was a member of the Hispanic Student Bar Association and served as a Student Ambassador for the law school, often representing the school at recruiting events, tours, and networking opportunities. Katherine also volunteered as a student attorney for the Texas A&M School of Law’s Family Law and Veteran Benefits clinic, on a pro-bono basis.. Katherine graduated from St. Edwards University in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminology. While at St. Edwards University, she was Vice President of Phi Alpha Delta and a Student Ambassador for the school, serving as a mentor for incoming students. Additionally, Katherine spent a year interning at the Travis County District Attorney’s office while also volunteering with organizations including Habitat for Humanity and American Civil Liberties Union.. While Katherine was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, her family relocated to Austin when she was eleven years old. She considers herself an “Austinite” having attended middle school, high school, and St. Edwards University in Austin. Her family is originally from Nicaragua and she is completely fluent in Spanish, giving her the opportunity to represent Spanish speaking clientele as the need arises.

Ilana R. Tanner founded The Law Office of Ilana R. Tanner in 2013, focusing her practice on family law. As Managing Partner, Ilana provides compassionate, results-driven legal representation to individuals and families facing family law challenges. Her practice is solely dedicated to serving clients in Travis, Williamson, and Burnet counties. Growing up, Ilana always knew she would one day become a lawyer. Her mother and father are both attorneys who set excellent examples of conscientious and dedicated counselors.. Of her practice style, clients say, “Ilana Tanner is the only one that I trust when it comes to my family. When it comes to my son, she fights as if he was her own. If you need someone that will fight for you and your family’s rights – this is the “bulldog in the court” that you need.”. Ilana has worked hard in the legal industry for over ten years and she has developed institutional knowledge and industry connections that serve her clients well. In addition to her current work, she has also first chaired multiple DWI jury trials, as well as worked for the Travis County District Attorney’s Office, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, the Office of the Governor, and the Travis County Attorney’s Office. In addition, she completed two semesters of the Children’s Rights Clinic in Law School, where she represented children as an attorney ad litem in cases where the state was seeking termination of parental rights.. Ilana graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies – Human Relations with a Focus in Business Administration in 2009. During college she played Texas Women’s Lacrosse, attended every UT home football game, and was a member of Beta Alpha Rho, a pre-law fraternity. She earned her law degree from The University of Texas School of Law in 2012. During law school, she was selected to work on the Texas Journal of Oil, Gas & Energy Law and the Texas Review of Law and Politics. She was also selected for inclusion in The Lloyd Lochridge American Inn of Court.. Ilana 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, and is a member of The Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists. She was also selected by her peers for inclusion in Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Family Law for 2020.. In her spare time, Ilana enjoys playing with her 120 pound Great Pyrenees Mix, Crockett, and going to the dog park and farmers’ markets. She enjoys trying new restaurants in town, and is an avid reader. On Sundays in the fall, you can always find Ilana cheering on the Houston Texans.

Kristy’s approach is to understand the specific facts and complexities of each divorce or custody case and then to apply a tailor-made strategy. No family is the same; therefore, no approach to a divorce or custody case can be the same. Kristy understands the need to provide clarity and support for her clients. She offers strategies for the fight as well as solutions for settlement. She combines this approach and philosophy with passion and determination to achieve the best result for all her clients in divorce and custody matters.. Kristy’s compassion and expertise in divorce and custody have been recognized by SuperLawyers. Kristy was selected as a SuperLawyers’ “Rising Star” in 2019 and again in 2020. Only 2.5% of lawyers are chosen for this honor each year, and Kristy has now received this recognition two years in a row.. In addition to divorce and custody, Kristy has significant experience with complex property cases, including divorce cases complicated by multifaceted estate planning such as trusts and family limited partnerships, as well as divorces that require forensic accounting. Kristy is well-versed in international divorce and custody issues. She also regularly handles cases for LGBTQ+ clients and non-traditional family units.. Kristy’s courtroom experience in family law is significant and diverse. She has first and second chair trial experience, including jury trial experience. She also has experience in family-law appeals. She has appeared in court in family law cases in throughout the Central Texas and Texas Gulf coast communities.. Kristy is licensed to practice before all Texas state courts and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Kristy has practiced her entire family law career in Austin, Houston, and in the central Texas counties and communities.

For many years, Nikki G. Maples has been a familiar face in family law in Austin, Texas. She has dedicated her practice exclusively to family law matters dealing with custody disputes, modifications of prior family law court orders, and taking a creative approach when dividing marital assets in cases involving complex property issues.. Nikki is passionate about helping families who are worried and scared about life beyond divorce or the result that divorce may have on their children. Not every family law matter has to be a heartbreaking event. With that in mind, Nikki pursues divorce cases and other family law matters with creativity, compassion and sincerity. It is Nikki’s focus to counsel and guide each client and family with integrity, honesty and empathy.. Nikki has also expanded her professional exposure by actively participating in various legal organizations in the community and surrounding areas. Also noteworthy is Nikki’s commitment to providing legal advice and service to veterans through the Veteran’s Legal Project. Her participation in law-related education, such as the Girls Empowerment Network and the Mentoring a Student program, which provides opportunities to mentor high school students. Nikki’s community involvement is more extensively listed on the community page.. On a more personal note, Nikki enjoys being active with her family and participating in local athletic events. With her passion for health and fitness, Nikki has offered her creativity to the Austin Bar Lawyer Wellness program and authors a monthly article on health and wellness, in addition to her continued work on projects geared to improve the health and physical wellness of Austin’s legal community.

Sarah N. Jaffery is a skilled family law attorney based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of family legal matters. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in Economics, Sarah pursued her law degree at Oklahoma City University School of Law, where she developed a strong foundation in family law. She returned to Texas to practice law and remain close to her family, bringing her expertise and compassionate approach to her clients.. Sarah is committed to alleviating the stress and uncertainty that often accompany family law cases. She provides accessible and personalized guidance on issues such as divorce, property division, spousal support, child custody, and family violence. Her dedication to her clients ensures that their rights are protected and their concerns addressed with care and professionalism.. Sarah is an active member of the State Bar of Texas, the Austin Bar Association’s Family Law Section, the Austin Young Lawyers Association, and the South Asian Bar Association–Austin chapter. Fluent in Urdu, Hindi, and Gujarati, she serves a diverse community. In her free time, Sarah enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending quality time outdoors with her family.

Meagan M. Jones has a knack for filtering through the noise and helping her clients reach favorable resolutions during challenging circumstances. Meagan is passionate about not only guiding her clients through the difficult litigation process, but also making sure that they understand each step along the way. Her goal as a practitioner is to assist clients in being stronger, healthier individuals and families on the other side of litigation.. Contrary to the long-standing joke that lawyers aren’t good at math, Meagan excels in mathematics and uses her skills to focus on innovative solutions to intricate financial situations, including complex assets and businesses within the marital estate. However, her creative solutions do not end there. Meagan understands that each family is unique and therefore each person deserves their own individual approach and personal attention. Recognizing this, Meagan pursues each matter with veracity and integrity that it deserves.. Meagan grew up near the beach in Los Angeles, Ca. and received her bachelor degree from the University of Southern California (USC). Go Trojans!! After several years of successful entrepreneurship, Meagan decided to follow her passion and attend law school. Ultimately, Meagan pursued law school on an honors scholarship and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Western Michigan University, Cooley Law School. As another example of Meagan’s long list of achievements and dedication to the practice of law, she has connected her California roots to those that she has laid in Texas – she is licensed to practice law in both Texas and California.

Kara Borchers Jones attended Texas A&M University and graduated Cum Laude with a degree in psychology and a minor in Spanish. Kara attended Boston University School of Law, where she was a Staff Editor and Note Editor for the Boston University School of Law International Law Journal. During her time at Boston University School of Law, Kara also volunteered with several Legal Aid agencies in the Boston area assisting indigent persons, homeless veterans, and victims of domestic violence. Kara also had the privilege of clerking for United States District Judge for the District of Massachusetts, William G. Young.. After graduation, Kara accepted a position at the Law Office of Joshua P. Murray. As an associate, Kara practiced primarily family law, estate planning and probate.  After 7 years with Joshua P. Murray, Kara opened her own firm, providing family law, probate and estate planning services in Williamson and Travis Counties.Bar Admissions. •    Texas, 2008. Education. •    Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts                 -  Juris Doctorate                 -  Boston University School of Law, International Law Journal,  2006 - 2008    •    Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas                 -  Bachelor of Arts - Graduated cum laude                 -  Major: Psychology                 -  Minor: Spanish. Past Employment Positions. Associations. Fraternities/Sororities. •    Alpha Phi Omega Co-ed Service Fraternity

Our firm is devoted to helping individuals get back on track. My practice is focused exclusively on family law and family law mediation. The firm's approach to family law is mediation or collaboration first, litigation when necessary.  We are upfront about the costs associated with family law cases and will keep you informed throughout the course of your case.

Emily E. Landeros has practiced family law since 2015, focusing on complex divorces, child custody litigation, modification actions, pre- and post-marital agreements, termination and adoption, and other family law matters.. Emily is an experienced attorney and litigator. She honed her trial advocacy skills while working for the Hays County District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney, where she represented the Department of Family and Protective Services in cases involving abuse and neglect of children.. Emily earned her J.D. with honors from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in 2015. During law school, she served as Managing Editor of the SMU Law Review Association and as a judicial extern for the Honorable Catharina Haynes of the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. She also worked as a student attorney in the Child Advocacy Clinic, where she represented children as attorney and guardian ad litem in suits involving Child Protective Services.. Today, Emily is involved in several professional organizations, including the Junior League of Austin, the Austin Young Lawyers Association, and the Travis County Women Lawyers Association.. Education. Licenses. Practice Areas. Professional Activities & Associations. Civic & Community Involvement

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Aaron M. Culp is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Aaron originally planned on becoming a water rights and environmental attorney but found a passion for family law early in his practice. Aaron prides himself on his knowledge of the law and is highly skilled at using that knowledge to get the best results for his clients. Aaron believes that a good family law practitioner should be skilled in the courtroom and in the art of negotiation and conflict resolution. While Aaron is an aggressive and dedicated litigator, he also works hard at finding creative and workable solutions to family law problems.. Aaron has represented many clients in the family law area, including child custody cases, grandparent rights cases, divorces, adoptions, and in the expanding field of collaborative divorce.. Aaron graduated cum laude from St. Mary’s University School of Law. He was a staff writer for the St. Mary’s Law Journal, where his law review article was published. Aaron is an avid film buff, enjoys live music, hiking, and homebrews beer.

I have been Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2007.

"As amicable as possible, but as tough as needed."  Board Certified Austin divorce attorney specializing in high conflict, divorce, modification, child support, enforcement, property division, custody, relocation and other complex legal matters in and around Austin Texas.. Jonathan Friday understands that divorce and child-related disputes are inherently painful, and that all reasonable people want to handle their family disputes as simply and amicably as possible. He will work hard to settle disputes with a minimum of conflict and expense. Our firm utilizes mediation and collaborative techniques whenever possible. However, when circumstances require action, such as when opponents refuse fair settlements or resort to inappropriate tactics, Jonathan Friday is as savvy and as tough as they come. Jonathan Friday is highly respected by the Judiciary of Central Texas, and extremely effective in the courtroom.