Noelke Maples St. Leger Bryant LLP

7 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Collaborative Law: Family Law Family Law Family Law Mediation
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Austin.

Biography

Keith Maples has represented individuals and families in family law matters for more than 30 years.

Based in Austin, Texas, Keith practices with Noelke Maples St. Leger Bryant LLP, where his work centers on complex divorce and family law cases. His experience includes matters involving significant property divisions, business valuations, tracing of separate property, trusts, and custody and parenting issues, including cases involving children with special needs.

In addition to litigation, Keith regularly serves as a mediator and arbitrator, helping families work toward practical and durable resolutions outside the courtroom. His recognized practice areas include Family Law, Family Law Mediation, and Collaborative Law: Family Law. He is also a frequent author and speaker on topics related to representing parents of children with special needs and addressing complex financial issues in divorce.

Keith has been Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1997. He has been a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) since 2013 and previously served as Chair of the Texas Chapter of the AAML.

Originally from Galena Park, Texas, Keith moved to Austin shortly after graduating from South Texas College of Law and began building his family law practice in the community he continues to serve today. He lives in the Barton Hills area with his wife, Nikki, also a family lawyer, and their family. Outside of work, Keith enjoys running on the Town Lake Trail, sailing, visiting local farmers’ markets, and snowboarding with his children.

Noelke Maples St. Leger Bryant LLP

7 Best Lawyers awards

Noelke Maples St. Leger Bryant LLP logo

Overview

  • University of Houston, B.S.
  • South Texas College of Law Houston, J.D., graduated 1991

  • Texas, State Bar of Texas

  • American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Fellow
  • American Bar Association: Family Law Section - Member
  • Imagine A Way Foundation - Board Member
  • State Bar of Texas: Family Law Section - Member
  • Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists - Member
  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization - Certified: Family Law
  • Travis County Bar Association - Member
  • Travis County Family Law Advocates - Treasurer
  • Volunteer Legal Services of Austin - President-Elect
  • Texas, State Bar of Texas
  • American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Fellow
  • American Bar Association: Family Law Section - Member
  • Imagine A Way Foundation - Board Member
  • State Bar of Texas: Family Law Section - Member
  • Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists - Member
  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization - Certified: Family Law
  • Travis County Bar Association - Member
  • Travis County Family Law Advocates - Treasurer
  • Volunteer Legal Services of Austin - President-Elect
  • University of Houston, B.S.
  • South Texas College of Law Houston, J.D., graduated 1991

Client Testimonials

Mr. Keith Maples was a godsend that came highly recommended to my family. His intelligence on family law and the legal system is equivalent to his sincere and compassionate heart. Mr. Maples' demeanor was always calm and confident. He is a good listener and communicator, very organized and informative, optimistic but realistic. He genuinely cared for my family. It has been a blessing and honor to know Mr. Keith Maples.

Julia Dove

Cedar Park, TX

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2026 - Collaborative Law: Family Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2025 - Family Law Mediation Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2021 - Collaborative Law: Family Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2019 - Family Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2015 - Collaborative Law: Family Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin (2026)
  • Family Law Mediation, Austin (2025)
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin (2021)
  • Family Law, Austin (2019)
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin (2015)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law
  • Family Law
  • Family Law Mediation
Awards:
  • Joseph H. Hart Award
  • Texas Monthly Super Lawyer: Family Law
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated Highest Legal Ability and General Ethical Standards

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