Travis and his staff did a great job of representing me in a recent divorce…read more They are professional, compassionate, attentive and always have your best interests in mind.

I hired Michael 7 years ago. I delivered enough "material" to him tied in a pretty red bow that…read moremade the divorce a no brainer. (Yes, I realize Texas is a no fault state.) This was Sept 2013. By Jan. '14 there still were no TO's filed. Michael made it clear to me, "you aren't in CA anymore sweetheart. You need to get spousal support out of your mind." (Really, because 3 of my friends who have divorced over the last 7 years received spousal support. And yes, my ex and I were married well over 10 years.) My ex has his own very successful financial planning company. I had been with him 14 of the 20 years at that point. However, Michael refused to insist on a Forensic Accountant to come and provide a Business Valuation and to look for hidden assets. Hello!!! I am the client and the one paying for these people. Who are you to tell me it will be a waste of time!?!?!?! My ex is extremely financially successful and Michael refused to fight for more child support than the Texas Family Code allowed for. I had quit my job of 20 years to stay home and care for the children 6 years prior to the divorce so to re-enter the mortgage industry post '08 crash in an entirely new state when my client base of 20 years was in another state was not going to provide the income I once had. Not to mention the mortgage underwriting guidelines had dramatically changed so it did not make sense to go back to that field. I trusted Michael to get me and my children the best settlement. In hindsight I am told by many different attorneys that "my attorney most definitely could have gotten me more child support than standard Texas Code when the children have been accustomed to a certain lifestyle and receiving the standard child support would mean they would not be able to continue living in the manner they have become accustomed to." Michael didn't do that for us. He took the easy way out. Michael never fought for me on anything. My new husband's decree and many friend's decrees state the two parties will split extra curriculars 50/50. My ex and I split them 50/50 for a few years until he just decided he didn't want to do that anymore. I have no recourse now. In the Springtime of 2014 we went to mediation. Michael was useless and didn't fight for me at all. Of the EIGHT HOURS we were in mediation, my Ex had the mediator for 6.5 HOURS and I had the mediator for 1.5 HOURS!!! That's it!!!! COMPLETE WASTE OF MONEY!!!! When we were FINALLY go to court in May for our Temporary Orders hearing (WHICH WAS AFTER MEDIATION?!?!), Michael, my ex and my ex's attorney already had a divorce settlement prepared for me to review and sign off on that day. Michael had NO INTENTION that day of having a TO hearing. When Judge McMaster asked how long we would need for the TO hearing, Michael said, "Your Honor, we actually have a settlement prepared for my client to review so if we could have about 3 hours to go over it, I believe we can be finished today?!?!?!" I was in shock, horrified and blindsided! I knew NOTHING about this! Michael did the strongest used car salesman pitch on me for the next 3 hours as to why and how this settlement in front of me was such a great deal. It was a Friday. He never once encouraged me to take it home over the weekend and think about it before I signed it. He just wanted to be done. Then in the fall when my daughter started saying things that indicated she might be being sexually abused by my ex's friend, and my 4th and 2nd grade boys all of a sudden had porn on their kindle's at the same time I FREAKED OUT and called Michael. He told me to "relax, I'm sure all is fine." A report was filed by CPS by one of my family members and I told Michael I was taking my kids to Dallas until this was cleared up. I just was not comfortable returning the children to my ex until there was certainty about what was going on in his home. He said, "I understand. I just don't recommend it." On late Sun night he called me at me at my parents to tell me Judge was requiring me in court at 9am following day. MICHAEL TELLS ME "JUST STAY IN DALLAS WITH THE KIDS. I'll handle this for you." INSTEAD, Judge was INCREDIBLY ANGRY AT ME for not appearing and has been angry ever since! Michael did NOTHING for me except cost me almost $20,000 in attorney and court fees and get me a divorce settlement that I have had to fight and deal with one regret after another for the last 7 years. Do not even think of using Michael Burnett. You will thank me.

After 2-1/2 years of getting nowhere with two previous divorce lawyers in Austin, my ex and I came…read moreto a settlement agreement on our own, but could not get help with either of our attorneys to get it finalized. My attorney, at the time, even cancelled my trial date without telling me and stopped working on my case altogether because I had worked out a settlement agreement on my own with my ex. Meanwhile, I was given the name of Micah Royer at Coldwell Bowes by one of his former clients, so I called him one evening and left a message for a consultation. Within minutes, I got a call back from him. He asked me what was wrong, and after explaining the trouble I was having getting my attorney to be sure the Settlement Agreement protected my interests and get it filed with the Court, Micah said, "Your attorney works for YOU; he should do what YOU want." That was all I needed to hear to know that Micah was the attorney for me. I hired Micah the next day, and after all I had spent on my previous two attorneys who had gotten me nowhere, Micah said he would work with me to keep his fees down. Within 3 months, Micah had revised my settlement agreement to get me what I needed, set mediation with an excellent mediator, and got the Settlement Agreement signed and filed with the Court. After waiting for almost 3 years, I was FINALLY divorced. Micah even worked with me afterwards to get the money my ex owed me to be sure it was safely in my bank account. Micah is the most honest attorney in Austin. He does not waste your time and money prolonging your case. So, if you need someone who cares about his clients, will advocate for you, and won't waste your time and money, I recommend you give Micah a call. You will not be disappointed.

I'll begin by saying that this review does not do justice in relaying how exceptional Micah Royer…read moreis. He is the gold standard of family law attorneys in Austin. In searching for the best law firm and counsel to represent me during my highly contested and incredibly challenging divorce, I extensively researched and consulted with numerous attorneys. Through referrals and reviews, it became very clear that Coldwell Bowes is one of the top family law firms in the Austin area and for good reason. It was through reading raving reviews about Micah that I felt he was the man for the job and I could not have made a better choice in selecting him to represent me. Bottom line: Micah changed the trajectory of my life and also my son's life and I will forever feel indebted to him. Micah is a highly skilled legal expert and an exceptional strategist. His advocacy and dedication to his clients in order to achieve the best possible outcome for them is unparalleled. His extensive experience within family law and his understanding of how the system works shines through as he carefully and meticulously works through your case. Micah has the special gift and talent of not only being a brilliant legal mind in and out of the courtroom but truly embodies sincere empathy and compassion for his clients during the most challenging times of their lives. He is the person you want advocating for you and in your corner whether your case is contested or uncontested and is worth his weight in gold. Additionally, Micah along with Coldwell Bowes have an incredible reputation and are highly respected within the legal community with other law firms and within the court system. My divorce was as challenging as they come with many unexpected twists and turns and we ultimately ended up going to trial. It was a highly emotional process for me but Micah remained laser focused on the big picture and the outcome I desired (and kept me focused as well not to mention handling my anal retentive persona with ease). As other reviewers mentioned, Micah treats his clients as though they are family and upholds the highest standards in communicating throughout the case. In the end, Micah secured the very best possible outcome for me and I know with conviction that this would not have been the case if I had stayed with my previous attorney. _______________________________________________________________________ Review for Katherine Obando (she and Micah Royer both represented me): I'll begin by saying that this review does not do justice in relaying how exceptional Katherine Obando is. In selecting Coldwell Bowes to represent me in my highly contentious divorce, I was gifted the opportunity to work with Katherine throughout my entire case. Her five star reviews don't lie - she is hands down simply phenomenal in every way. Katherine is smart as a whip and is an exceptionally skilled legal expert. Her advocacy and dedication to her clients in order to achieve the best possible outcome for them is unparalleled. She has a very strong understanding of family law and how to navigate the most difficult of cases, including ones that end up in court and at trial. It was a highly emotional process for me but Katherine remained laser focused on the big picture while also offering compassion and understanding. She upholds the absolute highest standards when it comes to advocating for her clients and in communicating throughout the entire case. She handled my anal retentive persona with total grace and ease and is meticulous in everything she does. Katherine was an integral part of securing the very best possible outcome for me and I am forever grateful and indebted to her for her efforts and unwavering support and guidance during this most difficult time in my life. Bottom line: you want Katherine representing you and in your corner - she's worth every penny and more! ***I would be remiss if I didn't mention how incredible Paralegal, Kimberly Edgington is as well. While paralegals and support staff rarely receive the credit and praise they deserve, having Kim a part of the team was amazing and I'm so grateful for all of her efforts, diligence and communication throughout my case. **Charlie Bowes also represented me for a single Temporary Orders Hearing and was phenomenal like the rest. You cannot go wrong with anyone at Coldwell Bowes - they are all top shelf!

I cannot say enough about Becca Kennedy and Jordan Thomas. When this case started, I was facing an…read moreextremely contentious divorce with my relationship with my daughters and much of what I had worked for at stake. As a father going into family court, I was genuinely worried about what the next couple of years would look like and, most importantly, what my relationship with my daughters would look like when it was over. Becca and Jordan were there through all of it. They were honest with me even when the answer wasn't what I wanted to hear, knew when something was worth fighting over, and were incredibly responsive. There were even weekends when I would send something expecting an answer on Monday and hear back that same day. I don't like saying anyone "wins" a family law case because there really aren't winners when a family is being divided. But the results speak for themselves. I came out of the case with 50/50 custody of my daughters, while my house, vehicles, bank accounts, and separate property remained protected. If I could go back to the beginning of this case and read a review from another father who had been through something similar, this is what I would have wanted to know: Becca and Jordan will be honest with you, they will prepare, they will answer your questions, and when something needs to be fought for, they will fight for you. I'm extremely grateful I had them in my corner, and I would recommend them without hesitation.

Attorney Becca Kennedy and her paralegal, Jordan Thomas, have helped me navigate a difficult…read moredivorce with competence, experience and thoughtfulness throughout what can be an overwhelming and complicated process. I especially appreciate Becca's insight and judgment. She takes the time to explain issues, clearly, anticipate questions and concerns, and helps me understand not just what is happening, but why. Becca and Jordan are responsive and considerate and I have always felt that my questions and concerns are taken seriously. I also appreciate how respectful they are of the costs involved in litigation. They are mindful of billing and use their time efficiently, which is particularly important in a divorce case where legal expenses can add up quickly. They have treated me with kindness and respect while remaining professional, practical and focused. Their experience, attention to detail, organization, and steady guidance have given me a great deal of confidence during a very difficult time. I would highly recommend both Becca and Jordan to anyone looking for knowledgeable, capable, and conscientious representation in a family law matter.

Christian Smith is legit. She does not waste time. She is to the point and honest. She told me I…read moream not therapist, but here is a number. I feel she genuinely cares about her clients and has your best interest. That being said she is stone cold assassin in the court room. She completely annihilated my X wifes attorney. ROI was made and then some. Once it was all said and done I would never not go back to Christian and I have referred two of my friends to her law firm and they both won there cases. Holly her paralegal is the best. She helps you throughout this process and tells you what to do. I would not trust another law firm. I will be back for my son.

They will drop you as soon as you don't have any funds left even if you've been with them for…read moreyears. Charged over 6k just to go to court for 3hours. Ended up paying more money than what I was trying to get anyways. Super expensive to end up losing anyways. Spent tens of thousands for nothing. Would not recommend.

I'm really grateful for the experience I had with Batrice Law Firm. From the beginning, they…read moretreated me with kindness and respect and made me feel like I was truly being heard. They were always there to answer my questions and kept me updated throughout the process. I felt comfortable knowing I had a team that genuinely cared about helping me. I would absolutely recommend Batrice Law Firm to anyone in need of legal help!

I was really hesitant to hire them because I was looking for someone to help represent me through…read morethe claims process of an autop accident and I was referred by a good friend. I should have known it was a bad idea when I said to Travis "don't I have to be injured to make a personal injury claim?" and he responded "eh... wellllll...." They delayed important medical care without telling me, depriving me of getting a timely (and not $3000+) brain scan. They didn't even tell me they did it. They just rescheduled my appointment as if head injuries are a joke. I got a call from the hospital the day before informing me my attorney cancelled my visit. When I brought it up, Mario very snidely reminded me "you can always go to the ER" and they fired me.

great guy very helpful he gave me some information on a issue that was coming up for me that was…read moreout of state. Highly recommend

Mat truly showed up for me! I found him at the last minute during an incredibly stressful child…read moresupport modification, and from our first conversation, he was honest, upfront, and compassionate. He never made promises just to get me to hire him, but he made sure I knew he would advocate for me--and he did! He was always responsive, followed through, and took every concern seriously. Most importantly, he consistently kept my daughter's best interests at the forefront. My only regret is not hiring him sooner. Mat is who you want on your side! Thank you, Mat, for everything! My advise HIRE HIM before the other party finds him!!!!

I found Patricia through an online search when my ex-husband was filing for a divorce. Once I met…read moreher and Paula, I knew I'd chosen the right firm. Patricia provided guidance and support when I was going through a very emotional and difficult time. She helped me understand all the steps in the process and what to expect with each one. She and Paula were available to me by email and phone. Instead of worrying about legal issues, I was able to focus on keeping my daughters and myself safe and healthy. Since we first met, I've had to retain Patricia's services when things come up with my ex-husband. They understand the law around custody and divorce and all the little details that can easily scare someone in unfamiliar territory. I believe her fees are reasonable and fair. I would highly recommend her.

I retained Farah Ahmed from Patricia Brown & Associates and had a very disappointing experience…read more She would initiate unnecessary work and bill for it without keeping me informed about what was actually happening in my case. Communication was extremely poor -- responses would come at the end of the day, if at all. In one instance, opposing counsel scheduled a hearing and I was not informed until days later. That is simply unacceptable. The billing was filled with charges for "reviewing the case" and "communicating with opposing counsel," yet nothing meaningful was accomplished. It felt like the case was going nowhere despite the money spent. I would not recommend this firm to anyone seeking responsive, transparent, and effective legal representation.

How do you find the words to describe the worth of your quality of life? The worth of your…read morechildren's future and best interest? The worth of less conflict and stress? The worth of your safety, sleep, time, and financial means? Divorce and custody matters can be life altering. One choice can greatly change the course and outcome. Making the right choices are difficult when you are scared, vunerable, or facing the complex issues that are common during a family law matters. However, the single MOST IMPORTANT choice you will make in a family law matter is who you choose to represent you. Last year I cringed, with my stomach in knots, at the thought of hiring another lawyer. After four years of suffering through constant litigation, I said enough. I began researching, and was on a mission to find the best law firm for our family, particularly for our children. We needed someone that understood high conflict. We needed someone who cared about what really is in the best interest of the children. We needed someone that understood our past legal experiences, and our need to feel we could trust again. Today, we couldn't be more happy and relieved with the choice we made. I could say all the things that help you feel warm and fuzzy. I could say all the things Evans Family Law greatly possesses and surpasses- Professionalism, efficiency, tactfulness, communication, strategy, and attention to detail. Or, I could just say what is most important. We hired the best person to represent our family, and most importantly our children. I absolutely believe our custody matter was treated as if it were our lawyers own. Evans Family Law settled our ongoing high conflict case, carried us through the adoption process and ensured our children will have a future that aligns with their best interest. A future that includes an actively involved, nuturing, and supportive father. Most importantly, they enabled us to gain our joy and quality of life again. We will recommend Evans Family Law over and over again. I will never find adequate words to describe how grateful we are. Our heartfelt thanks goes to Jimmy, Jenni, Katherine and the entire firm at Evans Family Law Group.

I am still trying to get my $33,000 trial retainer from this office for a trial that never happened…read moreand no further work was done. After many years of working together, Jimmy Evans acknowledged owing and promised to work it off or return my trial retainer. He has done neither, instead delaying and making excuses, including talking about friendship. I don't gift friends $33,000. I want my money back.