Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Family Law

Babak Roozbeh, a native of Houston, earned his law degree from Texas A&M School of Law in 2015. Since then, he has successfully assisted hundreds of clients through various disputes, including the division of multimillion-dollar estates and changes in child custody involving parents living in different states. Throughout his career, Babak has focused exclusively on the practice of family law at the highest levels. He provides aggressive and effective representation in divorce cases, custo...

Carlos Gracia is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Carlos, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carlos is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

As an associate attorney at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, Melissa Cowle represents clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, parental visitation, spousal support, property division, marital agreements, paternity and modifications. In her own practice, Melissa approaches those she represents with genuine concern and a desire to put them at ease. She understands those who come to see her are good people who may be at a particularly low point in their lives. She provides...

Walter J. Schouten is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice and Family Law. Walter J., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Walter J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

We first met Elizabeth in 2020 when she applied for a summer internship here at Armstrong Law. It was clear from the start that she was one-of-a-kind. Wise beyond her years, perceptive, compassionate, and not afraid of hard work, she quickly proved herself to be an indispensable member of our team. She still is. After completing her law degree and passing the bar exam, Elizabeth is now the brilliant family law attorney we always knew she would be. “For as long as I can remember, I knew ...

Stephen Carl practices civil litigation, focusing primarily on family law cases. Stephen graduated, cum laude, from Baylor Law School with a special distinction in family law and as an editor for the Baylor Law Review. Stephen is also a former foster parent and has adopted four children from the child welfare system. His experience as a foster parent, adoptive parent, CASA volunteer, and attorney combine to provide him with a unique perspective and keen insight into child welfare litigation. ...

Kaleigh Downing has always been passionate about children and at a young age wondered if she might become a teacher. She eventually decided she could best serve those in need as an attorney and pursued a career in Family Law. Divorce and child custody are personal experiences for Ms. Downing and very close to her heart. Growing up in a blended family gave her a strong understanding of the delicate issues Family Law often deals with. She knows what it’s like for children to experience a ...

Brody McClure is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Brody, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brody is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Megan was a family law paralegal for 16 years before becoming a family lawyer, and has seen firsthand what matters to clients: knowing their case is in good hands with an attorney who understands their personal situation and who is capable of providing personalized options for addressing their legal issues. At a time that can feel frightening and uncertain to clients, Megan’s partnership, attention, and responsiveness give clients a sense of control. Megan draws on her experience as a p...

Tiffany S. White is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Tiffany S., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tiffany S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Gwendolyn joined us as an intern in early 2023 and quickly made herself indispensable. Her scholastic record and work history will tell you she’s brilliant, but it’s her tenacity, compassion, and empathy that make her such a gifted family law attorney. “I really can’t think of a more meaningful area of the law than divorce and family law,” Gwendolyn says. “Every client, every story, every challenge is different, but my goal is always the same: help each per...

Taylor M. Mohr is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law, Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation, Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Taylor M., who practices law in Frisco, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Taylor M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Callie Carpenter is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Callie, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Callie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Arielle Rosvall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Arielle, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Arielle is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chloe Sease is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Chloe, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Chloe is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Erin C. Leake is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Erin C., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Erin C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.