Fran Brochstein

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Fran Brochstein
Texas Family law mediator - $250 per side for 4 hours.
5.0 star rating
Ms. Fran listens thens comes up with unique solutions to difficult problems
- a Family client
5.0 star rating
First ever attorney who came across as a human being
- a Family client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 17

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Sometimes), Hourly ($200-$250/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

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  • 713-847-6000
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  • Fran Brochstein, JD & Mediator
    8978 Kirby Drive
    Houston, TX 77054
    Office: 713-847-6000
    Mobile: 713-847-6000
    Fax: 832-415-0139
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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I encourage people to mediate their case instead of allowing a stranger (the judge) to determine what is right for them and their children. You know what will... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Ms. Fran listens thens comes up with unique solutions to difficult problems”

Posted by: a Family client, almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: I talked to my friends and family. I was totally confused. I called a bunch of lawyers. Most never called back. Ms. Fran called me back herself... more
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5 star rating

“First ever attorney who came across as a human being”

Posted by: a Family client, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: I have spoken with Fran during my search of attorneys. I must admit, she is the first ever attorney who not only was very cordial but also, had no BS/... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

23 endorsements


Michael Glynn Busby Jr.

I endorse this lawyer. Fran has both experience and patience. These are traits required in a family law attorney. Emotion and excitment are high in... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Busby , Houston (TX), 2 months ago
Peggy Margaret Raddatz

Attorney Brochstein is held in high esteem by both her colleagues and the clients who hire her for mediation. She is the person to go to for all your... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Peggy Raddatz , La Grange (a suburb of Chicago) (IL), 3 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

22 years since Fran Brochstein was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1991 03/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Law & Mediation Office of Fran Brochstein 2004–present
Staff Attorney & Project Coordinator at Houson Volunteer Lawyers Program 1990–2004
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
South Texas College of Law 1990
University of Houston Business Technology B. S. 1976

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Admitted to the U. S. Supreme Court U. S. Supreme Court 2009
An Equal Access Champion 06-10 Houston Bar Association 2006
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member American Bar Association 2012–present
Member Texas Family Law Foundation 2012–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 17
Answers: 1,771 Legal Answers
64 Best Answers - chosen by asker
508 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
265 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 8 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Breathe One Page Wisdom 2009

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Basic Mediation Training - I was one of the trainers Dr. Barbara Manousso's Basic 40 hr. Mediation Training 2013
Basic Family Law Training - I was one of the trainers Dr. Barbara Manousso Family Law Mediation & Training Seminar 2013
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