Family Law at Carrington Coleman—no, your eyes are not playing tricks on you! In fact, I am wrapping up my first year as part of the family wealth group at the firm. Why family law? Because at one time or other most of us will be impacted by a family law matter—either directly as our own matter or that of a family member or close friend. Being attuned to the needs of its clients, Carrington Coleman recognizes the value of having the resources within the firm to address family law issues.
I am honored to be part of the Carrington Coleman team and to be entrusted with the representation of the firm’s clients in the most personal of areas that impact them literally where they live—issues such as where and how they and their children will move forward after life changing events. With twenty-five years as a family law specialist certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, I have dedicated myself to advocating for clients who find themselves at a crossroads in their lives. For more detail on my family law experience, please see my firm profile.
In my decades of family law practice, I have learned that an understanding of the fundamentals of the law is only the first building block in the effective representation of family law clients. That foundation must be built upon with the additional skill set of enhanced communication skills—in both talking with and perhaps even more importantly, listening to clients. In addition, I bring insight as to how the history, nuances, and dynamics of the relationship between the parties can be an integral part of the case. And of course, common sense and problem solving skills must always be included in the mix. I never forget that just as no two families are alike; no two family law matters are alike.
So, with the first year behind us, it was time to roll out the Carrington Coleman family law blog—Home Court. Please stay tuned –in future blogs, I will discuss family law in Texas, the facts not the myths, from established principles going back to the Texas Constitution to the latest court decisions and new legislation. I will also include “ripped from the headlines” breaking news in family law. Family law is one of the fastest changing areas in the law and I promise to keep you up to date with those changes and also to look past the horizon to emerging trends.
Carrington Coleman– book smart, street smart, business smart—and now family law smart!