Top Divorce Lawyers in Houston

Busby & Associates is a Houston divorce law firm led by Michael G. Busby Jr., a Board Certified family law specialist. The team has tried over 400 divorce and family law cases in the past 25 years. Attorneys appear daily in Harris County family courts and twice weekly in Fort Bend County. The practice handles property division, child custody, child support, and modifications. Clients also receive help with judgment collection matters. The firm maintains an A+ rating for reputation and professionalism.

Both Andrew Bayley and Daniel Bayley hold Board Certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization—a credential fewer than 1% of Texas attorneys earn. The Bayley Law Firm brings over 30 years of collective experience to Houston divorce cases. Attorneys here handle contested custody disputes, high-net-worth property division, and alimony matters. The team serves clients in Harris County and Fort Bend County family courts. Privacy protection is a priority for executives, business owners, and public figures going through divorce.

Unlike most Houston divorce attorneys, Anne E. Kennedy practices both family law and immigration law. This dual focus serves families facing cross-border custody issues or immigration consequences from divorce. With 20 years of experience, Kennedy handles divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance, and property division. The Heights office also assists with adoption, paternity, and grandparents' rights cases. A second location operates in Brenham. Initial consultations are free.

For over 29 years, Daniel E. McCarty Jr. has represented clients in complex Houston divorce cases. He limits his client base to provide direct attorney attention on every case—no paralegal hand-offs. McCarty handles high-asset divorces, contested custody, and property disputes in Harris County and Fort Bend County. The practice also covers estate planning, wills, probate, and mediation services.

Skillern Firm is known across Houston for its "bulldog tenacity" in contested divorce and custody litigation. Board-certified attorneys here take on high-net-worth divorces, cases involving narcissistic or abusive spouses, and international custody disputes. The Houston family law practice operates from three locations to serve clients throughout Texas.

OutSmart Magazine has named Renken Law Firm one of Houston's best. Attorney Dawn Renken graduated sixth in her law school class and holds certifications as both a mediator and attorney ad litem. The practice handles divorce, child custody, grandparents' rights, and enforcement actions. Same-sex couples receive knowledgeable representation on LGBTQ+ family law matters. One-hour case evaluations are available at no obligation.

Texas Board Certified divorce lawyers staff The Stout Law Firm in Houston. The team has earned Super Lawyers recognition for seven consecutive years. Since 2007, the practice has focused exclusively on family law—divorce, child custody, paternity, property division, and enforcement actions. Both settlement-focused and trial-ready approaches are available.

Based in Cypress, The Pollard Firm provides boutique-style family law services to Houston-area families. Attorney Sarah Pollard earned her law degree from South Texas College of Law and focuses on divorce, child custody, and support modifications. The practice emphasizes direct communication with clients at every stage.

Connolly Shireman stands out in Houston for its focus on CPS defense and child welfare cases. William B. Connolly brings over 45 years of legal practice. W. Leslie Shireman adds experience as a former social worker, therapist, and licensed chemical dependency counselor. The firm handles custody, adoption, and divorce cases involving addiction or mental health issues.

Since 1986, Trey Yates has served families across Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Montgomery, and Galveston Counties. He is Board Certified in Family Law and credentialed as a family law mediator. The practice offers collaborative divorce as an alternative to courtroom battles. Bilingual services are available.

With 90+ years of combined experience, the attorneys at Lindamood & Robinson handle complex Houston divorce matters. The practice covers high-asset property division, hidden assets, international child abduction, and interstate custody disputes. Houston and Galveston County clients receive consultations to outline costs and likely outcomes before proceeding.

A Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Michael Von Blon has been Board Certified in Family Law since 1991. This Houston divorce attorney handles complex custody disputes, child relocation cases, and high-asset property division. Zoom consultations are available.

LGBTQ+ families and nontraditional households turn to Alina Ashtari for adoption, divorce, and custody matters. This Houston family law attorney is a certified mediator and attorney ad litem. The practice also handles surrogacy, assisted reproductive technology, and prenuptial agreements.

Downtown Houston attorney Daryl Longworth earned his law degree from the University of Houston Law Center and trained as a mediator. The Longworth Law Firm handles divorce, custody, CPS interventions, and juvenile matters in Harris and Fort Bend County courts. Most clients come from referrals.