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Keith Spencer
Arlington, TX Family Law Attorney with 38 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
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...
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Brandy Austin
Arlington, TX Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Baylor Law School
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,...
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Chris Nickelson
Fort Worth, TX Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Family, Appeals and Divorce
Texas Tech University School of Law
Chris is an experienced trial and appellate attorney respected throughout the State of Texas who is frequently called on to handle high-profile matters. He served as Chair of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas and has worked to reform and standardize custody and possession rules statewide. Chris is well known for his appellate experience and deep understanding of marital property laws. He is especially adept at dividing business ownership and ensuring value and security for the non-owning spouse. Dual Board Certified in Family Law and Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Chris...
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Kayla Harrington
Fort Worth, TX Family Law Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Texas A&M University School of Law
Attorney Kayla E. Harrington is a proud Aggie. She lives in Fort Worth with her husband, son, two cats, and two rescue dogs. Mrs. Harrington prides herself on educating her clients on the legal process so they feel confident in making informed decisions that effect their lives. When Mrs. Harrington is not in the office, she is either hiking, horseback riding, or traveling to her favorite cities: Toronto, New Orleans, Atlanta, and Washington D.C.
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Phillip Galyen
Grand Prairie, TX Family Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
The law firm of Bailey & Galyen is one of the largest “consumer law firms” in the state of Texas with over 30 attorneys and 13 offices throughout Texas. The Firm was originally established in 1989 with the objective of providing high quality legal services to the public by acquiring the best attorneys, staff and utilizing the latest technology to maximize productivity. Bailey & Galyen has expanded its services to include most consumer areas of law. The Firm’s focus is to provide competent legal representation which centers on total client satisfaction. The pride of past accomplishments here at Bailey &...
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Carmiann S. Céspedes
Dallas, TX Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Immigration and Tax
University of Puerto Rico - Río Piedras
I offer services in U.S. immigration law worldwide and divorce cases in Puerto Rico. In my immigration practice I dedicate my days to helping couples obtain K1 visas and their corresponding adjustment of status. Waivers (601A), removal of conditions petitions and naturalization procedures are also part of my daily work. I also have hands on experience with employment based immigration as for example, TN and H1B visas. Additionally, I have extensive experience handling U visa petitions. I have helped thousands of people worldwide in their cases in USCIS and U.S. Embassies and Consulates. In my practice in Puerto Rico I...
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Beth Maultsby
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 38 years of experience
(844) 961-4959
8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
Dallas, TX 75206
Family and Divorce
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Jon M. Franks
Grapevine, TX Family Law Attorney with 58 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Texas - Austin
I have been on the Board of Directors of TRINITY METRO since 2013, served as Secretary 2015-2016 and Vice Chairman 2017-2019. TRINITY METRO operates all transportation services for Tarrant County, Texas, including bus, commuter rail, Zip Zone and Access for handicapped persons.
I have served on the Irving, Texas, Planning and Zoning Commission 1971-1975 and the Southlake, Texas, City Council 1992-1995.
I have been a member of the Grapevine Rotary Club since 1992 and served on their Board of Directors.
TEXAS MONTHLY Super Lawyer 2003 to present.
FORT WORTH MAGAZINE Top Lawyer 2009 to present.
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Brandon Joseph
Dallas, TX Family Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
Brandon Joseph is an Attorney at McClure Law Group. As a persuasive advocate, Brandon's intense work ethic and passion for the law makes him a real asset to the McClure legal team and their clients.
Brandon has proven himself a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. During his first month at McClure Law Group, Brandon successfully persuaded a court to reconsider and overturn its ruling which granted an emergency protective order. Since that time, Brandon has successfully prosecuted and defended against multiple family violence protective orders. Additionally, Brandon has received numerous victories in suits to modify prior court orders,...
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Francesca Blackard
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
New York Law School
Francesca Blackard is a partner at McClure Law Group, exclusively practicing family law since graduating from law school in 2012. Prior to law school, she worked for family law firms in Chicago, New York, and Dallas as both a paralegal and law clerk.
Francesca is of Mexican descent and is fluent in Spanish. Her travels have often taken her to Mexico, and she attended Instituto Alpes San Javier in Guadalajara, Jalisco to perfect her native tongue. Conversant in French, Francesca loves the study of languages and world cultures.
One of Francesca's finest qualities is how she relates to clients on a...
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Jennifer Elizabeth Wright Satagaj
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Michelle May O'Neil
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
(214) 348-6723
1845 Woodall Rodgers Freeway
Suite 1525 MB #5
Dallas, TX 75201
Family, Appeals and Divorce
Attorney Michelle May O’Neil earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in 1989 from Baylor University Hankamer School of Business, her Juris Doctorate in 1991 from Baylor University School of Law, and her Mediation Certificate in 2003 from Texas Women’s University. Ms. O’Neil has been practicing law for over 30 years, and is the founding partner of the Dallas family law firm, O’Neil Wysocki. Through the use of genuine compassion for her client’s difficulties, and her determination to help them maintain their most favorable outcomes, Attorney O’Neil has the ability to assist individuals through complicated matters including divorce, child custody, and...
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Thomas P. Goranson
Dallas, TX Family Law Lawyer with 54 years of experience
(844) 961-4959
8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
Dallas, TX 75206
Family and Divorce
Southern Methodist University
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Guillermo Ramos
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Consumer, Divorce and Real Estate
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
Even before founding The Ramos Law Firm, Guillermo Ramos has been devoted to advancing his client’s causes. First as a real estate agent then Real Estate Broker, Mr. Ramos, represented his clients in real estate transactions across North Texas. In 2004, he formed G R Realtors & Associates LLC a Texas real estate brokerage. He has taught agents in Texas the art of the real estate deal ever since. Desiring more out of his career he attended Texas A&M University School of Law. He graduated in December 2009 and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas as a...
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Robin R. Zegen
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
Family
Oklahoma City University School of Law
In life, nothing imparts knowledge better than experience. Having endured a high conflict divorce that ended her twenty-year marriage, Robin Rubrecht Zegen understands her client’s fears and concerns first-hand. Compassionately, but zealously, helping her clients get through the process and ready for a happy and healthy future is her main focus. With over twenty years of experience Robin Rubrecht Zegen will help you identify and prioritize your goals and she will explain the options available for achieving them. She knows that divorce is a life changing and very personal event. She guides...
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Ms Amber K. Shemesh
Fort Worth, TX Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
St. Thomas University School of Law
Amber Shemesh is a divorce and family law attorney in Dallas Fort-Worth area with passion and dedication of helping her clients with complex divorce and family law matters. She has represented clients in different counties of Texas, including Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, Denton, Rockwall, and Ellis. Amber Shemesh has been practicing family law in Texas for over 10 years now, and over the years she has helped her clients with contested divorce, uncontested divorce, child support, child custody, parental rights, property division, domestic violence protection, and restraining orders. Her passion to help her clients with their legal matters, dedication to...
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Katherine L. Warren
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Katherine's fervor lies in leveraging her experience and talents to aid others, a trait instilled in her by her upbringing as the daughter of two dedicated public school teachers in the Dallas area. This early exposure to community service molded her aspiration to pursue a career in family law, shaping the very essence of her professional approach.
In 2012, Katherine attained her juris doctorate with honors from the University of Oklahoma, College of Law. Throughout her tenure there, she excelled as the Symposium Editor of The Oklahoma Law Review, earning recognition with the Gene H. and Jo Ann Sharpe Award for...
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Morgan Armbrust
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 3 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
Morgan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, a minor in Poverty Studies and Social Justice from Baylor University where she was also an Honors College student. While at Baylor, she was the President of the Baylor chapter of the International Justice Mission and volunteered with local anti-humanitrafficking organizations, like Unbound Waco. Morgan became interested in the law after listening to a lecture by Bryan Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, on the opportunity for lawyers to do good with their law degrees. She then spent a summer interning at the Sacramento District Attorney’s office in her hometown. There...
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Leslie Starr Barrows
Southlake, TX Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
The Barrows Firm provides effective solutions in high conflict divorce cases, criminal and juvenile criminal matters, probate, guardianship and more.
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Robert Allen Thornton
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
I am a Texas custody and divorce lawyer. I fight for your children and your money. What could be more important?
To have me as your lawyer, is to have an honest southerner who cares about you and your case. I've been through this myself, so I know how important it is to have a lawyer who will protect you, give smart advice and help you keep a cool head. Allowing a lawyer to do these things for you requires an immense amount of trust. I do not take such a...
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David Bunger
Dallas, TX Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily
South Texas College of Law
Dave Bunger grew up in North Texas and began a successful career in 1992 in mental health. During his career in public schools as a Licensed School Psychologist, Dave conducted extensive assessments of children with psychological and educational challenges. He assisted in the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) process for provision of special education services and advised Section 504 committees in the implementation of academic and behavioral accommodations. Dave also worked extensively on the development of educational programs to assist in monitoring the behavior of emotionally disturbed children. Dave spent countless hours providing knowledgeable,...
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Doug Wright
Grand Prairie, TX Family Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Personal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
Doug Wright is a native of Fort Worth who graduated from Paschal High School in 1972 before earning a Bachelor’s of Business Administration at the University of Texas at Austin in 1976. He then attended St. Mary University School of Law. After graduating and getting licensed in 1979 he returned to Fort Worth where his father was a Family District Judge and began his legal career.After being in private practice for almost 30 years Mr. Wright joined the firm of Bailey & Galyen in 2009 as Managing Attorney of the Fort Worth Office. He has committed his practice to Family...
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Julio Paredes
Arlington, TX Family Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Family, Estate Planning, Immigration and Personal Injury
Julio Paredes is a Licensed Attorney under the Texas Bar Association, and is a Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).
He graduated with High Honors and obtain his Juris Doctor from the UNT College of Law in Dallas, Texas. Mr Paredes also has a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from the University of Texas at Arlington, where he graduated with the Highest Honors.
Upon obtaining his law license, Mr. Paredes opened up his own law firm and has been representing many people in all aspects of immigration, auto accidents, family law, criminal law, real estate...
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Jane Mapes
Grand Prairie, TX Family Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
Jane Mapes has been practicing law for 26 years and has devoted her practice to Family Law for the past 16 years, in Texas. Prior to relocating to Texas in 1996, she concentrated on real estate and personal injury law in the State of Florida, where she went to law school, and was admitted to the Bar in 1988. Upon moving to Texas, Ms. Mapes was admitted to the State Bar of Texas, and began practicing with a general practice law firm in Grand Prairie, where she familiarized herself with the courts in Tarrant and Dallas Counties. Jane then joined...
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Anne Christine Clary
Fort Worth , TX Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
Christine Clary was raised in Bridgeport, Texas and graduated from Bridgeport High School. She discovered a passion for law while working in her father’s law firm and competing in speech and debate tournaments on the weekends. Christine went on to graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. After college, Christine worked for Dr. Phil McGraw at his trial consulting firm, Courtroom Sciences, Inc. Christine then attended St. Mary’s University School of Law, where she was active in the Student Bar Association and mock trial competitions. During law school, Christine also interned...
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Andrew R. Tisdale
Fort Worth, TX Family Law Lawyer with 1 year of experience
Family and Divorce
Baylor University
Andrew pursued family law after realizing his passion for client advocacy and the many opportunities for championing a client’s best interests. He is especially drawn to courtroom litigation and mediation as solutions for clients’ cases and a match for his skills. Andrew's goal is to build trust with his clients so that they find peace of mind knowing he is in their corner.
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J.C. Bailey III
Grand Prairie, TX Family Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Probate
J.C. was admitted to the bar and to practice before the United States District Court, Northern District of Texas in 1988. He received his undergraduate degree from Abilene Christian University and his law degree from the Baylor University School of Law. J.C. is a member of the Order of Barristers, the State Bar of Texas, and the Tarrant County Bar Association. A frequent speaker on a wide array of subjects, he enjoys making presentations for professional groups, businesses, churches and schools. Addressing challenges in a constructive and professional manner is the highest priority of Mr. Bailey’s practice. J.C. has...
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James Martin Bridge
Fort Worth, TX Family Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
1300 Summit Avenue, Suite 650
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Personal Injury
Mr. Bridge serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Firm Managing Attorney at Bailey & Galyen, one of the largest consumer law firms in Texas. A dedicated leader and experienced attorney, James has been instrumental in driving the firm’s success and overseeing its operations.
James earned his undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University (TCU) and went on to graduate from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in 1998. During law school, he demonstrated his leadership abilities as the President of the Student Bar Association and as the President of his legal fraternity.
With a proven track record in litigation, James is a...
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Yolanda Castro-Dominguez
Irving, TX Family Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Texas A&M University School of Law
It is often said that there is no time like the present. This could not be truer than when considering to prepare an estate plan. Doing so will it put your mind at ease by taking care of your family and loved ones. And it ensures your estate is distributed and protected according to your desires. Whether you need a Will, Trust, or Power of Attorney, Yolanda offers a variety of estate plans to suit your needs for the benefit of your loved ones.
Yolanda Castro-Dominguez is a native Texan who grew up in Irving, Texas. Her passion for helping others...
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Chad C Allman
Fort Worth, TX Family Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Oklahoma City University School of Law
A graduate of Tarleton State University and Oklahoma City University School of Law, during which he was inducted as a Member of the International Legal Fraternity of Phi Delta Phi - Hand Inn, Chad Allman founded Allman Law, a general practice firm, in 2007 with the intent of serving those in need. Having grown up in a large family, Chad easily relates to people, allowing him to be sensitive to his client’s needs.
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Paul G. Daly
Colleyville, TX Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
(817) 424-3405
5209 Heritage Avenue
Building 2, Suite 200
Colleyville, TX 76034
Free ConsultationFamily and Criminal Defense
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
Paul G. Daly has a strong desire to help people resolve their legal issues. Since joining Anderson Legal Group, P.C., in August of 2012, Mr. Daly has resolved a variety of family law (including adoptions, divorces, custody disputes, and child support modifications) and criminal law cases for his clients.
Education and Goals
In addition to his Law Degree, Mr. Daly also holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Anthropology, or the study of the physical, cultural and societal developments of people. As such, Mr. Daly has a deep understanding of a wide range of cultural backgrounds and ideologies....
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Kimberly Vermillion Wright
Dallas, TX Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Baylor Law School
Ms. Wright is an experienced litigator and advocate. Her direct approach and prompt communication have earned her the trust of her clients and the respect of her peers. Though she is trained as a trial attorney, Ms. Wright attempts to keep her clients out of the courtroom if possible for their benefit, both financially and emotionally. If going to court is necessary, Ms. Wright is trained and ready to be your advocate. She will prepare you thoroughly for each next step.
She is a goal-oriented attorney, and firmly believes in client involvement and keeping clients informed. One of the first requests...
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Sandra Lynn Sprott
Arlington, TX Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Sandra L. Sprott is currently a solo practitioner and owner of the Law Office of Sandra Sprott, P.C. in Arlington, Texas. Ms. Sprott represents diverse clients in the fields of collections, small business planning, and commercial/consumer litigation. She also devotes her time representing clients in the areas of family law, landlord/tenant disputes, estate planning, and probate matters. From 2008 to 2013, Ms. Sprott was a Managing Attorney at the Law Office of Ben Abbott, P.C., in Garland, Texas. In this role she provided counsel and performed a full complement of legal activities in the plaintiff personal injury field....
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Michael Granata
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(214) 977-9050
6440 North Central Expressway, Suite 450
Dallas, TX 75206
Family and Divorce
We pride ourselves on demonstrating outstanding commitment to issues of each case, whether it be – high value property divorce, valuing closely held family business, contested custody, vigorous impeachment and cross examination of court appointed custody experts who make recommendations adverse to our client, aggressive and thorough review of all child support, and excluding mental health professionals seemingly frequently increasing conflicting roles in family and divorce courts.
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Andres Federico Carullo
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Andres was born in Tyler, TX, but at age 4, he moved with his family to Miami, FL, where he was raised. In 2010, Andres moved back to Texas, and he has lived in Dallas since then. Andres has been practicing law in Texas since 2012, and he has experience dealing with complex issues in both family law and criminal defense. However, he focuses his practice on family law. Having experience in multiple areas of law gives Andres the unique ability to provide clients with insight and guidance on secondary issues that may affect their family law case. Outside of...
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Mark Eric Wewers
Grapevine, TX Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Oklahoma City University School of Law
The firm provides legal services exclusively on family law matters involving divorce, conservatorship and custody of children, child support, name changes and enforcement of court orders in Tarrant, Dallas and Denton counties. While always searching for an amicable settlement outside of the courtroom, we fight for our clients when the situation requires. Personal attention to each and every client's case is a priority.
Mark E. Wewers has been recognized by his peers and named a Texas Super Lawyer and a Texas Rising Star in Texas Monthly Magazine’s SuperLawyer edition.
An attorney who has practiced for approaching three decades,...
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Jordan C. Watson
Dallas, TX Family Law Attorney
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
SMU Dedman School of Law
Jordan Watson discovered her passion for family law after interning for a family law District Court Judge the summer after her first year of law school. After law school, Jordan cut her teeth as an associate attorney for a top family law practitioner, trying cases on her own throughout North Texas. Now at Epstein Family Law, P.C. Jordan is a valuable member of a legal team that is 100% dedicated to their clients and securing a better future for them.
Prior to working at Epstein Family Law, P.C., Jordan graduated cum laude from Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of...
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Brody McClure
Dallas, TX Family Law Lawyer
Family and Divorce
Brooklyn Law School
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Mark A Nacol
Dallas, TX Family Law Lawyer with 51 years of experience
(972) 690-3333
Walnut Glen Tower
8144 Walnut Hill Lane
Dallas, TX 75231
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
South Texas College Of Law
Attorney Mark Nacol has been serving clients in the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex for over 30 years. Mark offers legal advice and representation in a broad scope of practice areas, with an emphasis on the following:
- Civil Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Family Law & Divorce
- Fathers Rights
- Business Transactions
- Intellectual Property
- Probate Law and Will Contests
- Real Estate Litigation
Mark Nacol has a reputation as a smart and tough advocate who has a natural ability to communicate...