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Sarah Diafi
Sarah Diafi
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Daniella Lyttle
Daniella Lyttle
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Top-Rated Family Law Attorney. Quality. Responsiveness. Results.

A lawyer who will stand with you during a time of need and fight for the results that you deserve. Helping families in conflict plan a better future.
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J. Scott Milner
J. Scott Milner
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Texas Family Law Lawyer with 12 years experience

Scott handles a wide range of contested and non-contested family law matters including divorces, custody disputes, child support enforcements, property divisions, modifications of previous orders,... Read More »
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Abigail Connor Klamert
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Buda, TX Family Law Attorney with 23 years experience
(512) 312-0904 906 Canyon Wren
 Buda, TX 78610
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
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Colin McFerrin
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Kyle, TX Family Law Lawyer with 4 years experience
(512) 268-9415 187 Elmhurst Drive
Suite A
 Kyle, TX 78640
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Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
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The law firm of McFerrin & Zayed, PLLC is in Kyle, Texas, which is conveniently located between Austin and San Marcos, Texas. Our office hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. If your schedule does not allow you to meet with one of our attorneys during normal business hours, please contact our office at 512-268-9415 to schedule a weekend or evening appointment.
Megan Meekins
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Kyle, TX Family Law Lawyer
(512) 298-2837 PO Box 559
 Kyle, TX 78640
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J. Scott Milner
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 12 years experience
(512) 420-0555 3401 Glenview Avenue
 Austin, TX 78703
Family, Appeals and Divorce
University of Texas - Austin
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Scott handles a wide range of contested and non-contested family law matters including divorces, custody disputes, child support enforcements, property divisions, modifications of previous orders, prenuptial agreements and paternity issues.

Scott is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Carl J Selesky
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 23 years experience
(512) 535-4685 1101 S. Capital of Texas
 Austin, TX 78746
Free ConsultationFamily, Business and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
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Admitted to practice since 1994 and formed the Selesky Law Firm in 2004. The Firm is service oriented and litigation intensive. The Firm handles family law and commerical cases throughout Southeast Texas in their Houston office and the Texas Hill Country in their Austin office. The Firm has been built by building relationships with clients one case at a time.
(713) 780-9595 5225 Katy Freeway, #605
 Houston, TX 77007
P. Lindley Bain
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 11 years experience
(512) 454-8791 3307 Northland Drive
Suite 420
 Austin, TX 78731
Family
SMU Dedman School of Law
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Scott A. Thompson
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 9 years experience
(512) 222-8287 4103 Manchaca Road
 Austin, TX 78704
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Fordham University School of Law
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Scott A. Thompson | Austin divorce criminal defense family law lawyers attorneys in Austin, TX

You know what’s at stake. If you’re dealing with criminal charges, a divorce, or any difficult family issue, you need a skillful ally to help navigate the process and achieve your best outcome.

Scott is not like most Austin lawyers. He was trained at a high-stakes New York City law firm serving elite global business clients. You deserve the same quality representation.

Austin divorce criminal defense family law attorney lawyer Scott A. Thompson is here to fight for you every step of the way. Let's solve this together.
Jennifer Hastedt
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 4 years experience
(210) 380-2686 3300 N Interstate 35
Suite 700
 Austin, TX 78705
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
St. Mary's University School of Law
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I am a long-time Texas resident and law is not my first career, but it is my passion. I served on active duty as an Engineer Officer. After separating from the Army, I worked in the civilian sector, but wanted to serve again. I now serve people as an attorney.

I have life experience to supplement my knowledge of the law. I am ready to assist you with estate planning, probate, financial analysis, wills, guardianship, divorce, and child custody.
Scott Morgan
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 24 years experience
(512) 212-7878 106 E. Sixth St.
Ste. 900
 Austin, TX 78701
Family and Divorce
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Scott Morgan is a board certified Texas family law attorney who has represented clients in divorce and family law cases since 1994.
(512) 402-7133 2802 Flintrock Trace
Ste. 282
 Austin, TX 78738
(281) 886-8800 24044 Cinco Village Center Blvd. #100
 Katy, TX 77494
David William Todd
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 28 years experience
(512) 472-7799 3800 N. Lamar. Blvd.
Ste. 200
 Austin, TX 78756
Family, Divorce, Personal Injury and Real Estate
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David Todd's trial experience and willingness to take cases to court have been key to obtaining excellent results for hundreds of families, either in settlement or at trial. David Todd has been recognized for his continued pursuit of excellence as an attorney as well as for the tremendous results he achieves for his clients. David is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. This prestigious group includes the top trial lawyers in America and is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Fewer than...
Jennifer Cochran
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 9 years experience
(512) 870-8187 13062 Hwy 290 West
Suite 103
 Austin, TX 78737
Family and Arbitration & Mediation
New England Law | Boston
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Jennifer represents clients in adoptions, premarital planning and estate planning.
Matthew John Hill
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San Marcos, TX Family Law Attorney with 11 years experience
(512) 667-7505 1913 Dutton Drive, Ste. 406
 San Marcos, TX 78666
Family, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Matthew is a civil litigation, family law, and criminal defense attorney with practice experience in both state and federal court. He has appeared at hearings, participated in numerous depositions (taking and defending), as well as several mediations (both as lead counsel and as second chair). Matthew has also prepared and drafted countless legal documents and briefs to district courts, Texas appellate courts, federal district courts, the United States Bankruptcy Court, and to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
James Scott 'Jake' Gilbreath
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer
(512) 320-9160 508 W. 12th St.
 Austin, TX 78701
Family and Divorce
The University of Texas School of Law
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James “Jake” Gilbreath is an experienced and skilled advocate for his clients both inside and outside the courtroom. Jake represents clients throughout the State of Texas in complex marital property and custody litigation. Although most of his cases resolve amicably, Jake has tried custody and marital property cases to juries, judges, and arbitrators and is known for his skill in the courtroom. Jake practices exclusively in the area of family law and is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Jake has received the Client’s Choice Award in Family Law from Avvo.com and is...
Sarah Diafi
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 29 years experience
801 Barton Springs Rd
 Austin, TX 78704
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Jeffrey Alan Peek
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 18 years experience
(512) 474-4445 1214 E. 7th St.
 Austin, TX 78702
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, DWI and Domestic Violence
St. Mary's University School of Law
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In 2005, Jeffrey Peek focused his work to Immigration and Criminal Defense. He was the first attorney in Austin, to practice both Criminal Law and Immigration Law.
James Evans
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 23 years experience
(512) 628-2550 901 S Mo Pac Expy
#110
 Austin, TX 78746
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
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Mr. Evans is also a standing member of the Texas Academy of Family Law and the Texas Family Law Foundation. Mr. Evans is a member of the Family Section of the Travis County Bar, Williamson County Bar Association, and the State Bar of Texas and has also been admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. Mr. Evans attended Austin College for undergraduate school completing his studies in business communications and graduated law school at Texas Wesleyan University (now Texas A&M School of Law) in just over 2 ½ years, and became licensed in May 1995....
Jeremiah David Williams
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 17 years experience
(512) 479-5999 2235 East 6th Street, Suite 103
 Austin, TX 78750
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Immigration and Personal Injury
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Sablatura & Williams PLLC is a legal office committed to helping residents of Austin find solutions to their various legal matters. With an office in Round Rock and an office in Austin, the attorneys strive to make their services as easily accessible to their clients as possible. The team focuses their practice on the areas of criminal defense, family law, immigration law, and personal injury law, and they understand that dealing with matters in these fields can be some of the most complicated legal issues to have to work through. The attorneys pride themselves on focusing on the needs of...
(512) 258-9111 108 East Bagdad, Suite 200
 Round Rock, TX 78664
Kaushik Rambhotla
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 6 years experience
(512) 888-1899 4000 Medical Parkway
Suite 207
 Austin, TX 78756
Family, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
St. Thomas University School of Law
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James Bettersworth
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San Marcos, TX Family Law Attorney with 20 years experience
(888) 392-0039 136 East San Antonio Street
 San Marcos, TX 78666
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Attorney James S. Bettersworth was raised in Texas. He received his undergraduate degree from Texas Lutheran University. He later went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s Law School in 1997, a feat he was able to accomplish in just two-and-a-half years. Upon graduating from St. Mary’s, he became licensed on June 4th, 1998. Since then, he has successfully represented clients in legal matters that pertain to a very wide range of laws. In addition to being licensed to practice in the state of Texas, Mr. Bettersworth is also licensed to practice in the Federal Courts of...
(830) 606-0404 110 West Faust Street
 New Braunfels, TX 78130
Milena Christopher
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Dripping Springs, TX Family Law Lawyer with 30 years experience
(512) 858-9779 3975 Highway 290 East
 Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
Nova Southeastern University
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I understand the hardships that may occur in your life. As your attorney I will offer my knowledgeable legal expertise to better serve you while going through divorce and other family-related matters, including child custody and support. I am a credentialed family mediator and I will always seek to settle any problem you have outside of the courtroom. However, no matter what your situation may be, I am not afraid to fight for you and your family.
Daniella Lyttle
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer
(512) 215-5225 2222 Western Trails Blvd
#103
 Austin, TX 78745
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Immigration
Michigan State University College of Law
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Daniella Lyttle earned a J.D. with honors from The Michigan State University College of Law. She also has a B.A. with honors in Psychology and Gerontology from The University of South Florida. Ms. Lyttle is a member of The College of the State Bar of Texas, an honorary society of lawyers who are among the best trained attorneys in Texas. Members are qualified attorneys who are interested in both high ethical standards and improved training for all Texas attorneys. In 2014, Ms. Lyttle was selected by the National Advocates as a Top 100 Lawyer for the state of Texas. The...
Samuel Bassett
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 30 years experience
(512) 476-4873 1100 Guadalupe St.
 Austin, TX 78701
Family and Criminal
The University of Texas School of Law and The University of Texas School of Law
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Sam has extensive trial experience in criminal and family law courts throughout Texas. Sam is licensed in State and Federal court. Sam was appointed by the Governor of Texas to the Texas Forensic Science Commission in 2005, where he served as its Presiding Officer until September, 2009. Sam frequently teaches trial advocacy at continuing education events for attorneys. He also served on the State Bar of Texas Grievance Panel for District 9 from 2004 until 2010, when his term expired as Chair of the Panel. Sam presently serves as Vice President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
Gary Gibson
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(512) 832-1101 111 Congress Avenue
Suite 474
 Austin, TX 78701
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
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Philip Friday Jr
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 49 years experience
(512) 420-0555 3401 Glenview Avenue
 Austin, TX 78703
Family and Divorce
University of Texas - Austin
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Louis Leichter
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 21 years experience
(512) 495-9995 1602 E 7th St
 Austin, TX 78702
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Criminal
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Louis Leichter completed his Bachelor's at Vassar College, his Masters at Florida International University, and then completed his JD at Drake University. Prior to starting a private practice, he prosecuted criminal cases as an Assistant County Attorney for Travis County, Texas. After gaining experience, he opened Leichter Law Firm PC and practices administrative, health and criminal law with a focus in the area of licensure and license defense. He advises clients on disciplinary conduct allegations and helps clients get registered for their profession. He is also a member of TAAP, NAADAC, Sustainers Council, Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association,...
(866) 293-4065 214 N 16th St #128
 McAllen, TX 78501
(713) 966-6945 3700 N Main St
 Houston, TX 77009
Cade Aaron Jobe
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 5 years experience
(512) 472-5060 6034 W. Courtyard Drive, Suite 140
 Austin, TX 78730
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Southern Methodist University
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Megan Meekins
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San Marcos, TX Family Law Attorney with 7 years experience
(877) 765-4290 2206 Old Ranch Rd 12 Ste D
 San Marcos, TX 78666
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Texas - Austin
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Audrey Jane Blair
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 17 years experience
(512) 480-9777 901 S Mopac Exwy, Bldg II Ste. 200
 Austin, TX 78746
Family and Divorce
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Audrey joined the firm, Noelke English Maples St. Leger in 2009 as an Associate, and quickly became a Partner in January, 2010. With her background in divorce, family law and family law litigation, Audrey brings broad family issues resolution knowledge and particular knowledge in family violence to her clients. After graduating from College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts with a double major in Spanish and History, Audrey came to Texas for law school at Baylor. Having established many relationships in Texas convinced her to practice law in Austin. Following a very rewarding time with...
Christine Henry Andresen
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 12 years experience
(512) 394-4230 2003 S. Lamar Blvd.
 Austin, TX 78704
Family, Divorce and Estate Planning
Boston University School of Law
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William H. Alberts
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 39 years experience
(512) 472-7893 608 W. 12th Street
 Austin, TX 78701
Free ConsultationFamily, Business and Divorce
The University of Texas School of Law
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William H. Alberts has more than 30 years of trial experience in courtrooms throughout central Texas, has served on the Board of Directors of the Travis County Bar, and is a past Chair of the Family Law Section of the Travis County Bar Association. William H. Alberts was born in Dallas, Texas in 1954. He has lived in Austin since 1972. He and his wife, a Municipal Law expert and lobbyist, have been happily married for almost 30 years. They have two children, a son working in Austin with a wonderful non-profit foundation aiding the homeless, and a...
Tim Mahoney
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 26 years experience
(512) 326-9944 P.O. Box 1544
 Austin, TX 78767
Free ConsultationFamily, Estate Planning and Juvenile
South Texas College of Law
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Tim Mahoney has practiced law in Central Texas since 1992, honing his litigation skills and developing a deep understanding of the law. In addition to his law degree, he obtained a master's degree from the LBJ School of Public Affairs. The additional insight into government bureaucracy is not only highly relevant to the practice of law, but it puts him in a unique position to effect change that helps his clients and his community. Throughout his career, Tim Mahoney has not lost focus on what is most important. He is an active participant in the local community. His tenure...
Hilton Moore
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 22 years experience
(512) 480-2240 7000 N. Mopac Expressway, Second Floor
 Austin, TX 78731
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Joseph Malone Newberry
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney
(512) 320-8200 607 West 14th Street
 Austin, TX 78701
Family and Divorce
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Austin Divorce Lawyer, Joe Newberry was born and raised in Austin, Texas. He attended St. Andrews School from first through eighth grade and then went to Austin High School. After graduating from Austin High, Joe attended the University of Arizona in Tucson and double majored in Finance and Economics in four years. Following college, Joe worked in the Fixed Assets Department of Southwest Airlines. It was during this time that he decided he wanted to pursue a degree in law.

In August 2004, Joe entered Law School at Texas Wesleyan in Fort Worth, and gained invaluable experience in the...
Charmaine Wilde
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San Marcos, TX Family Law Lawyer with 5 years experience
(512) 392-7510 133 W San Antonio Ste 400
 San Marcos, TX 78666
Family, Criminal, Estate Planning and Probate
Baylor Law School
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Charmaine Wilde moved to San Marcos, Texas in 2007 two weeks after getting married. She earned her undergraduate degree from Southern Utah University. Charmaine worked in the administrative division of Texas State Athletics before she attended law school at Baylor Law School. Immediately following graduation, she worked as a prosecutor for the Hays County District Attorney's Office, and while working there passed the bar exam. She worked there for 4 years, handling all types of cases (including juvenile cases), before joining the Law Office of John McGlothlin.

Her current law practice is focused on helping people plan for their future and...
Lea Noelke
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Austin, TX Family Law Attorney with 37 years experience
(512) 480-9777 901 S Mopac Exwy
Barton Oaks Plaza II, Suite 200
 Austin, TX 78746
Family and Divorce
Antioch School Of Law
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Career exclusively devoted to divorce and custody matters. Extensive trial experience; over 25 years of experience as a first chair litigator in family law matters. Specializing in divorce involving complex estates and intellectual property issues.
Travis Turner
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 14 years experience
(512) 472-5060 6034 W. Courtyard Dr.
Ste 140
 Austin, TX 78730
Family and Divorce
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Steve (Esteban) R. Campos
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 28 years experience
(512) 441-1411 919 Congress Ave, Suite 1155
 Austin, TX 78701
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Judy Leecraft
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(512) 320-8200 812 San Antonio St
Suite 530
 Austin, TX 78701
Family and Divorce
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Judy is Board Certified in Family Law, a distinction that is earned by fewer than 1% of all attorneys who practice family law. Judy's primary cases involve divorce, child custody, grandparents' rights, interstate cases (including custody and visitation), modification of current orders (including child support, primary custody, and visitation rights).
Dean Y. Joe
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 12 years experience
(512) 850-5356 510 South Congress Ave.
Suite 111
 Austin, TX 78704
Family, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
The George Washington University Law School
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Cristi Trusler
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Austin, TX Family Law Lawyer with 21 years experience
(512) 481-0330 1114 Lost Creek Blvd #310
 Austin, TX 78746
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
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