Ellis County, Texas Family Lawyers

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Robert Epstein
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

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Kelly McClure
Kelly McClure
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

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Philip Woram
Philip Woram
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

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Peter Hogan
Peter Hogan
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

We're experienced family lawyers and will fight to protect your family and fortune. Our practice includes high net worth divorces, spousal & child support, child custody & visitation, and pre-and post-marital agreements.
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Michael J. Crawford
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Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 8 years experience
(214) 903-7722 100 Chambers Circle
Suite 1001
 Waxahachie , TX 75165
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, DWI and Personal Injury
Southern Methodist University
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I practice Criminal Law, Family Law, DUI/DWI, and Personal Injury Law in Texas State and US Federal Courts. Navarro and Ellis Counties and this area of Central Texas has been home to my family for over 130 years. I pride myself in being a 5th Generation Navarro County Resident. I work hard for my clients and put their wishes first. Success, Aggression, and Common Sense is what you get when you hire me to be your attorney. I don't have any time to play with your life and the problems you are dealing with because...
(903) 875-8500 416 N. 14th Street
 Corsicana, TX 75110
Edward Jendrzey
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Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 23 years experience
(972) 839-8713 112 E. Main Street
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Texas Tech University School of Law
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My law practice consists of helping people who find themselves in difficult legal situations. Prior to opening my law practice, I was a prosecutor for approximately 10 years. Neither myself, nor any other attorney, can guarantee a specific result. However, I will devote as much attention to your case as it takes in an effort to achieve a favorable outcome. I will tell you what you need to know, even though it may not be what you want to hear. I will communicate with you as often as necessary to make sure you understand your options and approve the course...
(972) 839-8713 112 E. Main Street
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Kendall Lee Drew
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 17 years experience
(972) 937-5002 820 Ferris Ave
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Appeals, Criminal and Divorce
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Rodney Pat Ramsey
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 12 years experience
(972) 935-9111 201 E Main St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Lynn Winborne
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 28 years experience
(972) 937-0502 210 W Franklin St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
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James Kent McGuire
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 43 years experience
(972) 937-2340 109 S College St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Dan Douglas Cox
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 31 years experience
(972) 937-0001 109 E Franklin St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Criminal and Divorce
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Monica Elaine Pierce
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 15 years experience
(972) 937-9555 108 W Main St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Administrative, Criminal and Divorce
South Texas College Of Law
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Katrina Walker
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 21 years experience
(469) 644-5541 611 N Grand Ave
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family
South Texas College Of Law
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Thurman Thompson II
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 40 years experience
(972) 723-9200 117 N 8th St
 Midlothian, TX 76065
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
McGeorge School Of Law
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Meghan Burns
Meghan Burns
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

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Maria Ahmed
Maria Ahmed
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Texas Family Law Lawyer

Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan UniversityTexas
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Bridget Megna
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 18 years experience
(972) 842-3334 203 W 5th St
 Ferris, TX 75125
Family, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Susan French Ferguson
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 24 years experience
(214) 532-4941 106 Buckhorn
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family and Divorce
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Tom Edward Smalley
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 43 years experience
(972) 938-0658 115 N College St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family and Divorce
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David Leroy Loving III
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 48 years experience
(972) 923-3344 310 W Jefferson St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family and Divorce
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Shani Flemins
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 27 years experience
(972) 617-1101 2522 Ovilla Rd
 Red Oak, TX 75154
Family, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
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Ronald Wilkinson
Ellis County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 52 years experience
(972) 351-9200 612 S Rogers St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Jesse Munguia
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney
(972) 923-9393 100 Chambers Circle 1002
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
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Constance McGuire
Ellis County, TX Family Law Attorney with 43 years experience
(972) 937-2340 109 S College St
 Waxahachie, TX 75165
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Ledouglas Genator Johnson
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Dallas County, TX Family Law Attorney with 19 years experience
(214) 372-2400 1001 J. Elmer Weaver Frwy.
 Cedar Hill, TX 75104
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Lorenzo Brown
Dallas County, TX Family Law Attorney with 42 years experience
(972) 224-7555 1700 N Hampton Rd
 Desoto, TX 75115
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
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Francesca Blackard
Francesca Blackard
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

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Brent Buyse
Brent Buyse
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

We're experienced family lawyers and will fight to protect your family and fortune. Our practice includes high net worth divorces, spousal & child support, child custody & visitation, and pre-and post-marital agreements.
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Michael Andrew Graham
Dallas County, TX Family Law Attorney with 13 years experience
(972) 224-0202 1510 N Hampton Rd
 Desoto, TX 75115
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Mark Jackson Carroll
Dallas County, TX Family Law Attorney with 35 years experience
(972) 293-3090 875 Straus Rd
 Cedar Hill, TX 75104
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
South Texas College Of Law
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Scott Kurth
Dallas County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 36 years experience
(972) 224-5534 1666 N Hampton Rd
 DeSoto, TX 75115
Family and Divorce
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Michael Mowla
Dallas County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 13 years experience
(972) 283-2600 1318 S Main St
 Duncanville, TX 75137
Family, Appeals, Criminal and Divorce
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Larry Caraway
Dallas County, TX Family Law Attorney with 25 years experience
(972) 709-7636 1011 S Main St
 Duncanville, TX 75137
Family, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
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Thelma Sanders Clardy
Dallas County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 39 years experience
(972) 298-6001 1801 N Hampton Rd
 Desoto, TX 75115
Family and Divorce
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Brett Christiansen
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Dallas County, TX Family Law Attorney with 18 years experience
(214) 838-3501 1021 N. Bishop Ave.
 Dallas, TX 75208
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
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For your Family Law, Probate and Business Legal Needs call Brett at (214) 838-3501.

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Successful representation of clients in divorce, complex property division and post-divorce modifications
Drafting and negotiation of premarital and post-marital agreements
Representation of clients in child custody disputes and enforcements of existing orders relating to custody and possession
Representing clients in probate of wills and intestate estates
Design and implementation of complex estate plans for all sizes of estates
Acting as attorney ad litem in heirship determination and guardianship proceedings
Conceptualization, implementation, and management of comprehensive legal strategy contributing to company growth from a $300K single-location organization to $100M international value-added reseller...
(214) 838-3501 7310 Seawall Blvd. Suite 602
 Galveston, TX 75038
Robert W. Leonard Jr.
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Tarrant County, TX Family Law Attorney with 43 years experience
(817) 336-8500 101 Summit Avenue, Suite 300
 Fort Worth, TX 76102
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Board Certified Experience. It matters when it comes to hiring your attorney. Bob Leonard brings more than 30 years of legal experience to the table. He is an expert family law attorney representing adoption, divorce and custody clients in agreed matters and in highly contentions legal battles. Each year he spends hundreds of hours in court hearings and litigation. For one hour in court, he spends at least ten more preparing the case. In addition, every year the entire team earns more than triple the number of credits required by the State Bar of Texas....
Paul Gregory Stuckle
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Collin County, TX Family Law Attorney with 35 years experience
(972) 423-4405 1001 20th St
 Plano, TX 75074
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Texas Tech University School of Law and Dallas Police Academy
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Paul Gregory Stuckle, a practicing Texas law attorney for nearly 30 years, dedicates himself to defending individuals accused of such crimes as child sexual abuse, child molestation, online solicitation of a minor, statutory rape and other sexual abuse crimes across the state of Texas including Dallas County, Denton County, Collin County, and Wise County. His current practice, Stuckle & Associates, PLLC, located in Plano, serves to protect Texans facing false or exaggerated allegations of sexual offenses. Paul Stuckle handles these often times emotional and life-changing cases with the seriousness and understanding needed to help avoid the...
Britney E. Harrison
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Dallas County, TX Family Law Attorney with 8 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 N. Central Expressway
Ste 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Family and Divorce
University of Texas - Austin
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Britney is an experienced attorney who thrives on the personal touch of family law and the opportunity to guide clients through one of the most difficult times of life. Combining the advocate and counselor sides of being an attorney, she builds trust with clients and makes them feel comfortable. Most important, she strives to resolve marital issues while preserving respectful relationships.
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Kathryn L. Pruitt
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Texas Family Law Lawyer with 24 years experience

Kathryn has established a reputation as a skilled trial lawyer and tenacious negotiator for individuals facing complex family law issues relating to divorce, child custody, child support, paternity,... Read More »
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Kate Mataya
Kate Mataya
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

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Keith Spencer
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Tarrant County, TX Family Law Attorney with 31 years experience
(817) 533-8484 2216 S. Cooper St.
 Arlington, TX 76013
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Keith Spencer is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Family Law. That Board Certification mark of excellence and distinguished accomplishment is attained by only one in ten Texas attorneys, and indicates that Keith has substantial, relevant experience and has demonstrated the same in family law cases. Keith was admitted to the Texas Bar in 1987. Mr. Spencer is a graduate of Southern Methodist University and holds Bachelor’s and Masters degrees in Communications from the University of North Texas. Keith is a Board Certified Family Law specialist. Mr. Spencer has practiced Family Law in Tarrant...
(817) 533-8484 1901 Airport Fwy.
 Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 533-8484 1300 Summit Ave.
Ste 650
 Fort Worth , TX 76102
(281) 771-1690 18333 Egret Bay Blvd.
Ste 333
 Houston, TX 77058
(214) 438-0150 4131 N. Central Expy.
Ste 860
 Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 438-0150 1515 N. Town East Blvd.
Ste 228
 Mesquite, TX 75150
(214) 438-0150 660 N. Central Expy.
Ste 290
 Plano, TX 75074
(214) 438-0150 1000 Belt Line Rd.
Ste 210
 Carrollton, TX 75006
(817) 241-2700 206 Houston Ave.
 Weatherford, TX 76086
Jeff Domen
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Collin County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 18 years experience
(214) 473-9696 6900 North Dallas Parkway
Suite 400
 Plano, TX 75024
Family and Divorce
Baylor Law School
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Jeff Domen recognizes that divorce is new and unfamiliar to most individuals, and he works to create peace of mind by explaining the legal process and helping clients navigate the emotional roller coaster with a focus on hope, dignity, and prosperity. Believing that divorcing individuals need a clearly defined pathway, Mr. Domen assists clients in identifying their goals and developing a strategy to accomplish them. He is committed to managing clients’ most important assets—including children, money, and property—with dignity and respect.
Brandy Austin
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Tarrant County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 9 years experience
(817) 841-9906 2300 Michigan Court, Ste B
 Arlington, TX 76016
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Baylor Law School
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Brandy Austin is a founding member of the firm. Her practice specializes in personal injury, family law, small business litigation, and wills and probate. Brandy attended East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C. for her undergraduate degree. She majored in both English and Political Science. She went on to attend Baylor Law School and successfully completed Baylor's prestigious Practice Court program. She was part of Baylor's National Client Counseling Team and participated in their Moot Court Competition. Brandy went on to defend clients sued for medical malpractice, products liability, and personal injury. She has represented numerous clients at depositions,...
Kathryn Murphy
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Collin County, TX Family Law Attorney with 29 years experience
(214) 473-9696 6900 North Dallas Parkway
Suite 400
 Plano, TX 75024
Family and Divorce
The University of Texas School of Law
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Jill Setzer
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Tarrant County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 16 years experience
(817) 784-7498 300 Morrison Park Drive
Suite 110
 Southlake, TX 76092
Family and Divorce
Texas Wesleyan University
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For all your Family Law/Divorce needs call Jill today - (817) 784-7498

I approach the practice of law in a very straight forward manner using a great amount of common sense.

As your attorney, it is my job to advocate for you, advise you of your rights, and guide you through the process. Navigating through a family law case may be difficult and it can become very overwhelming for you, the client. That is where I come in.

At Setzer Law Firm we make every effort to streamline the process for you so that you can move forward with your life.
(817) 784-7654 99 Trophy Club Drive
 Trophy Club, TX 76262
Lisa Gayle Garza
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Dallas County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 27 years experience
(972) 885-3724 10670 North Central Expressway
Suite 450
 Dallas, TX 75231
Family and Divorce
Oklahoma City University School of Law
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Liza G. Garza is the founder and one of the respected Dallas divorce attorneys at Lisa G. Garza. She is a Board Certified Specialist in family law revered for her compassionate counsel and personalized attention she gives every case that comes to her. With over two decades of experience in family law, Attorney Garza can confidently advocate your rights and best interests. Whether you are dealing with a difficult child custody dispute or a complex high-asset property division, you can count on Attorney Garza to fight for you. Schedule a consultation when you call (972) 885-3724.
Thaddeus Iwuji
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Dallas County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 14 years experience
(214) 761-3070 4100 Spring Valley Road
Suite 901
 Dallas, TX 75244
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law
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For over a decade, Attorney Thaddeus Iwuji has been providing the residents of the Greater Dallas Area with professional and reliable legal services for their family matters, personal injuries, and business issues. Whether you are seeking a divorce, have been injured in an accident, or need professional guidance for your company, Attorney Iwuji can help. As a compassionate and caring attorney, Mr. Iwuji ensures that clients feel valued and respected for the duration of their case, no matter what kind of situation they are facing.
Aimee Michelle Pingenot
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Dallas County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 15 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Family and Divorce
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Robert Joseph Blankenship
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Dallas County, TX Family Law Lawyer with 23 years experience
(817) 533-8484 2304 W. Bardin Rd.
Ste 200
 Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
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Robert Blankenship has been licensed to practice law by the State Bar of Texas since receiving his degree in law from Texas Wesleyan University in 1995. A Big Spring native, Robert’s family moved to Weatherford after his father died. Robert is licensed to practice law in the Federal Northern District of Texas, and the Eastern District of Texas. Before joining the Bailey & Galyen Robert worked at the Office of the Attorney General of Texas where he was recognized as the Assistant Attorney General of the Year for 2010. While law school he was Order of the...
(817) 635-7013 2216 S. Cooper St.
 Arlington, TX 76013
(817) 533-8484 1300 Summit Ave.
Ste 650
 Fort Worth, TX 76102
(214) 438-0150 4131 N. Central Expy.
Ste 860
 Dallas, TX 75204
(817) 533-8484 1901 Airport Fwy.
 Bedford, TX 76021
(214) 438-0150 1000 Belt Line Rd.
Ste 210
 Carrollton, TX 75006
(281) 771-1690 18333 Egret Bay Blvd.
Ste 333
 Houston, TX 77058
(214) 438-0150 1515 N. Town East Blvd.
Ste 228
 Mesquite, TX 75150
(214) 438-0150 660 N. Central Expy.
Ste 290
 Plano, TX 75074
(817) 241-2700 206 Houston Ave.
 Weatherford, TX 76086
(817) 533-8484 2220 S. Cooper St.
 Arlington, TX 76013
(817) 533-8484 4747 S. Hulen St.
Ste 100
 Fort Worth, TX 76132
(817) 533-8484 2229 N. Main Street
 Fort Worth, TX 76164
Rachel Li
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Collin County, TX Family Law Attorney with 9 years experience
(214) 616-3684 5601 Democracy Drive
Suite 109
 Plano, TX 75024
Family and Divorce
Southern Methodist University
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Plano Trial Attorney, Rachel Li, represents clients in divorce and family law matters in Collin, Dallas and Denton county Texas. "I provide my clients with effective, personalized and professional legal advice, based on honesty, integrity and the highest level of responsiveness, to meet and exceed their unique needs."
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Brandon Joseph
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Aggressive and personalized representation in divorce and family law cases.

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Kaitlin A. Capetillo
Kaitlin A. Capetillo
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Texas Family Law Attorney

Kaitlin Capetillo has practiced family law since graduating from law school and has direct experience handling a variety of family law issues, including divorce, child custody & visitation, adoption,... Read More »
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Dealing with family law issues?

Family law generally concerns domestic relations and family-related matters such as marriage, civil unions, domestic partnerships, adoptions, paternity, guardianships, domestic abuse, surrogacy, child custody, child abduction, the dissolution of marriage and associated issues. Each state has its own set of family laws, and traveling across state borders can sometimes affect your rights and those of your family.

Contrary to popular belief, seeking the advice of a family law attorney does not necessarily mean that something is amiss in your family. A family law attorney can help negotiate prenuptial/premarital agreements for clients in anticipation of marriage or advise same-sex couples on relevant legal issues affecting their relationship. They also can help with adoption proceedings and other procedures involving children.

Family law attorneys often do represent clients seeking a divorce, annulment or legal separation, and the complicated issues that can arise as a result. Although domestic abuse is a criminal offense, some family law attorneys are skilled at handling these situations, as they are often entangled with other family law issues.

Some jurisdictions certify lawyers as family law specialists, which means these attorneys have met the certifying body's minimum requirements for education, experience, and examination.

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