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Firm: Sifuentes & Drummond, L.L.P.

Po Box 40661 , Austin , Texas 78704

Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Energy

Firm: Dudley Law, PLLC

1717 W. 6th St., Ste. 315 , Austin , Texas 78703

Practice Areas: Family

Kacy Dudley is a Board Certified Family Law Attorney specializing in high conflict cases.  She has been named to the list of 50 Up-And-Coming Women Attorneys, the 100 Up-And-Coming Attorneys, and a Rising Star from 2015 – 2019. Kacy is a proud native Austinite, and is married to her partner of 17 years, Trey Dudley.  They have three children.

Firm: Cordell & Cordell

901 S MoPac Expressway , Austin , Texas 78746

Practice Areas: Family

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

Firm: GoransonBain Ausley

3307 Northland Drive , Austin , Texas 78731

Practice Areas: Family , Mediation, Family

Kelly Ausley- Flores focuses on complex family law cases involving complicated property divisions, family businesses, spousal maintenance above guideline child support, customized possession schedules when parents work irregular hours, and child issues without marriage. She recognizes that every family situation is unique and approaches each situation as an opportunity for creative problem-solving. Kelly is committed to helping individuals regain their voice and confidence so they can successfully move forward with their lives after divorce.

Firm: KELLEE HARTMAN PC

7500 Rialto Blvd Ste 250 , Austin , Texas 78735

Practice Areas: Family

Kellee is a trial lawyer who focuses her practice on civil litigation with an emphasis on family law and equine/agricultural law.   Kellee also handles estate planning and business entity development.. Kellee attended Oklahoma City University School of Law where she received her Juris Doctor in 2009.  During her time at OKCU Law, she was a member of the AAJ Trial Team and ABA Mediation Team, as well as being selected into the Order of Barristers.. Prior to attending law school, Kellee earned her Bachelors of Science in Animal Science with an Equine Industry Option in 2004, and her Masters of Science in Family Youth and Community Sciences with a focus in Youth Development and Adolescent Problematic Behaviors in 2006, from the University of Florida. Go Gators!. In her spare time, Kellee enjoys riding and showing her horses, as well as watching the Florida Gators and traveling with her husband.

Firm: Powers Kerr & Rashidi, PLLC

6034 West Courtyard Drive , Austin , Texas 78730

Practice Areas: Family

Kayvon earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, and earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law. Kayvon focuses his practice solely on family law, and has earned recognition for his litigation skills by being selected to the 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars lists. In 2023, Kayvon became Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.. Kayvon represents clients in all manner of family law cases, including complex property division, high conflict custody litigation, marital property agreements, appeals, protective orders, and adoptions. Kayvon’s ability to negotiate creative settlements for his clients is a vital skill. When litigation becomes necessary, Kayvon’s extensive trial experience serves as an asset for clients.. Kayvon also serves as a mediator, and enjoys using his negotiations skills to help families reach creative settlement agreements without the cost or acrimony of trial.. Kayvon is involved in the Austin Young Lawyers Association (where he served on the Board of Directors from 2018-2020), the Texas Young Lawyers Association, and the Austin Bar Association. He is a member of the Austin Bar Association Mentorship Committee. Kayvon is also a member of the National Association of Divorce Professionals and serves on the Board of Directors for the Iranian American Bar Association Foundation.

Firm: Benouis Law Ltd, LLP

1717 West 6th, Suite 315 , Austin , Texas 78703

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Coldwell Bowes LLP

2801 Via Fortuna , Austin , Texas 78746

Practice Areas: Family

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.

Firm: Kara Jones

13740 Research Blvd , Austin , Texas 78750

Practice Areas: Family

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

Firm: The Law Offices of Judy A. Leecraft, P.C.

812 San Antonio Street 403 , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Family

Firm: J. Torrez Law, P.C.

2520 S IH35 , Austin , Texas 78704

Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Family , Insurance , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Traffic Violations

2312 Western Trails Blvd. , Austin , Texas 78745

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Law Office of Joseph Oswald

4408 Spicewood Springs Road , Austin , Texas 78759

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil , Divorce, Family , Spousal Support, Divorce & Separation

Firm: Friday Milner Lambert Turner, PLLC

3401 Glenview Avenue , Austin , Texas 78703

Practice Areas: Family

"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.

Firm: The Law Office Of Tim Whitten, P.C.

7500 Rialto Blvd. , Austin , Texas 78735

Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Family , Divorce & Separation

Tim was licensed as an attorney in 1990. He has been practicing almost exclusively as a family law attorney for most of this time. Tim is a Board Certified Family Law attorney, which means that he has devoted a substantial amount of his practice to family law, engaging in contested trials of cases involving matters such as divorce, property division, child custody, child support, adoption, and paternity. Although Tim is an experienced litigator, and will continue to help people in court, he knows from experience, that people are better served both emotionally and financially, if they can resolve their case outside the courtroom. This is why Tim is a strong proponent of collaborative law. His general philosophy is to try and settle the case, if at all possible, and litigate as a last resort, if there are no other alternatives.

Firm: Minton, Burton, Foster and Collins, A Professional Corporation

Guadalupe Street , Austin , Texas 78701

Practice Areas: Business ,Civil ,Corporate ,Family

Firm: John Hennan

3200 Steck Avenue , Austin , Texas 78757

Practice Areas: Family

John Hennan is a born advocate, and is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. John seeks out clients who need true advocacy and assistance, and believes that the best resolution in any case, whether through trial or settlement, is achieved by being prepared to litigate in court. John has experience in both trial and appellate court, and has been named a Super Lawyer for the last 10 years in a row.. John enjoys being active: working out, running, playing rugby and other sports. He loves world travel, likes to read history books, listen to music of all types (ranging from Etta James to Iron Maiden), and spends extended periods of time roughhousing with his two dogs, Bruni, Zeppelin, and Gucci. John earned his law degree from the University of Texas School of Law, and simultaneously earned a Master of Laws while studying at University College London.

Firm: Friday Milner Lambert Turner, PLLC

3401 Glenview Avenue , Austin , Texas 78703

Practice Areas: Civil , Family , Family

Joe Milner has practiced law in Austin, Texas for 51 years. For the past 33 years he has held the top AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the premier and nationally-recognized rating service, based on the opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. As an attorney-mediator, he has extensive experience in Family Law, including child custody and contested divorce related cases, general civil litigation, contracts, estates, probate, medical malpractice, commercial and business litigation and real estate law. He is Board Certified in both Family Law (since 1979) and Civil Trial Law (since 1980).Over the course of his career, Joe has handled the most complex of family law cases including those involving extensive property issues, custody disputes, child support and child custody modifications, and property division. His extensive trial experience in numerous trials across Texas, coupled with his work as a mediator and collaborative law practitioner enable him to be an excellent advocate for clients with any family law issue. Joe's clients find him to be compassionate, highly responsive, strategic, and thorough, tailoring his handling of their case to meet their needs and best interest. In cases where children are involved, Joe recognizes the need to achieve outcomes that protect the children and keep the family unit as intact as possible. Highly regarded by his peers, Joe is often asked to consult with other law firms on difficult family law issues.In an effort to meet the unique needs of his clients, Joe became certified as a Collaborative Family Law Attorney in 2001. While the collaborative approach is not for everyone, some parties find that they are able to resolve all aspects of their divorce without going to court. Joe can best help clients determine if this process is appropriate in their particular case. As a highly recognized Mediator and Arbitrator, Joe has conducted over 3,000 mediations in a wide variety of cases in communities in Texas and over 60 arbitrations. He is a past President of the Association of Attorney-Mediators Cen-Tex Chapter, and a past chairman of the Travis County Bar Association ADR Committee. Joe has been a Guest Lecturer and Trainer for Negotiation and Mediation at the University Of Texas School Of Law.Joe and the members of the Friday Milner Lambert Turner, PLLC, are deeply. dedicated to our community. Joe has served as President of the Rotary Club. of Austin, Assistant District Governor for Rotary International, on the original. Board of Hospice Austin, President of the Austin Mental Health Association,. Board Member of District Nine Grievance Committee of the State Bar of Texas,. and Legal Counsel, Secretary and Board Member for Christina's Smile for the past. 27 years. He has been a volunteer for many local organizations, fundraisers, and. projects.

Firm: Lazar Law

Po Box 6720 , Austin , Texas 78762

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Capps Law Firm, Pllc

7718 Wood Hollow Dr , Austin , Texas 78731

Practice Areas: Family

I've dedicated my career to the practice of family law. I strongly believe that divorce is a very personal matter and recognize the difficulty that clients face as they make long-lasting financial decisions, often in the midst of personal turmoil.. Having a knowledgeable attorney is important; but having a strong litigator who knows the law, and understands finances and family dynamics can be the difference between just surviving a divorce and starting a new and better chapter of a client's life.. I work in family law litigation and collaborative family law, I am licensed with the State Bar of Texas, the District of Columbia Bar, and the State Bar of Virginia. I am board certified in Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization 2008 and in 2004 I was named a Texas Rising Star by Texas Super Lawyers and Texas Monthly Magazine. I have been an associate in three firms and Owner/Principle of two, Ravdin & Wofford (Washington, D.C.) and CAPPS LAW FIRM, P.L.L.C. (Austin, TX).