Business Details
Your Trusted Houston Law Firm for Family Law & Legal Services
Farias Law Firm is a Houston-based legal practice dedicated to providing strategic, client-focused representation across family law, immigration, criminal defense, and estate planning. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys prioritize clear communication, cultural sensitivity, and results-driven advocacy. We empower clients through transparent guidance, leveraging advanced legal strategies while maintaining accessibility in English and Spanish.Our team combines negotiation expertise with trial readiness to protect client interests in complex matters ranging from high-asset divorces to child custody disputes. We emphasize long-term planning, technological integration, and ethical practice to deliver tailored solutions that align with evolving client needs.
Services
Family Law
Divorce Proceedings
Child Custody
Immigration Law
Estate Planning
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Prenuptial Agreements
Mediation Services
Protective Orders
Highlights and features
- We offer bilingual legal representation in English and Spanish
- Our attorneys have decades of combined family law experience
- We prioritize client education and transparent communication
- We combine negotiation expertise with aggressive courtroom advocacy
- We implement technology-driven solutions for efficient case management
What people say
Outstanding professionalism
Knowledgeable attorneys
Compassionate representation
Successful outcomes
Best Houston attorneys
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce, custody, and support matters with strategic advocacy. We guide clients through emotionally complex issues while prioritizing children's best interests. Our attorneys combine negotiation skills with courtroom readiness to protect parental rights and financial interests in contested and uncontested cases.
Divorce Proceedings
We handle all aspects of divorce litigation and mediation, from asset division to spousal support. Our attorneys develop customized strategies for high-asset divorces and complex custody arrangements. We emphasize pre-trial preparation while maintaining flexibility for negotiated settlements to minimize client stress and costs.
Child Custody
Our child custody practice focuses on creating sustainable parenting plans that serve children's best interests. We represent clients in joint custody, sole custody, and possession order matters. The firm advocates for fair visitation rights while addressing safety concerns through protective orders and enforcement actions.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives. Our attorneys help clients protect assets through revocable and irrevocable trust structures while minimizing probate requirements. We provide guidance on inheritance planning and end-of-life care documentation.
Immigration Law
Our immigration practice handles family-based petitions, naturalization, and deportation defense. We assist clients with complex visa applications and citizenship processes while maintaining compliance with evolving federal regulations. The firm provides culturally sensitive representation for diverse client needs.
People
Leonel Farias II
Attorney
Native Texan with South Texas roots, Leonel Farias brings ranch background work ethic to legal practice. Graduated from Texas A&M Kingsville and South Texas College of Law Houston, focusing on family law and immigration cases.
Karleana L. Farias
Attorney
Puerto Rico native Karleana Farias combines American University academics with South Texas College of Law experience. Specializes in family law, immigration, and criminal defense with former DOJ clerkship and federal court internship background.
Adrian P. Santana
Attorney
Houston native Adrian Santana holds dual UT Austin degrees in government and advertising. Focuses on family law matters with business law foundation, emphasizing client communication and case-specific strategy development.
David Ramirez
Attorney
David Ramirez specializes in immigration law with Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law background. Brings extensive federal case experience from prior solo practice to Farias Law Firm's team approach.
Questions
Do I need a lawyer for a Texas divorce?
While not legally required, hiring an experienced attorney is strongly recommended to protect your rights regarding property division, child custody, and support arrangements in contested cases.
How long does a Houston divorce take?
Texas requires a 60-day minimum processing period, but contested cases involving custody or property disputes typically take 6-12 months to resolve through litigation or mediation.
What determines child custody in Texas?
Texas courts prioritize children's best interests, considering parental stability, caregiving history, and willingness to foster relationships with the other parent when establishing custody arrangements.
How is child support calculated in Texas?
Support calculations use 20-40% of the non-custodial parent's income depending on child count, with adjustments for medical needs, special circumstances, or high-income situations.
Can I modify existing custody orders?
Yes, modifications require demonstrating substantial life changes affecting the child's well-being, such as relocation, job loss, or safety concerns requiring court intervention.
Does the firm handle Spanish-speaking cases?
Yes, Farias Law Firm provides full bilingual services in English and Spanish without relying on translators for client communication and legal documentation.
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