Donald Craig Nemec

Donald Craig Nemec

2.1
Rating: 3.7

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Coppell, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Bankruptcy & Debt

P.O. Box 1932, Coppell, TX

About Donald

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 90%

18 years

90%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 18 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2008

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Law Office of Donald C. Nemec

P.O. Box 1932, Coppell, TX, 75019

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Donald Craig Nemec's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.1 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Brandi | November 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Professional, Fast, and Supportive Limited-Scope Representation

I retained Attorney Donald Nemec for limited-scope representation in a custody matter involving my significant other’s child, and I am sincerely thankful for the professionalism and support he continues to provide throughout this ongoing case. As someone who serves as a supportive figure in the ch...ild’s life, navigating custody issues can be extremely emotional. Mr. Nemec consistently takes the time to listen, understand the situation in full, and explain our options clearly. His communication is outstanding — prompt, detailed, and reassuring. His office staff reflects the same high standard of professionalism and kindness, always keeping us informed and organized. Even in a limited-scope role, his efficiency with document preparation and filings has been exceptional. He handles each task quickly and with precision, which has brought us significant peace of mind. Although his representation covers only specific parts of the case, his guidance has already made a meaningful difference. I highly recommend Attorney Nemec to anyone needing focused, compassionate, and well-communicated family-law assistance.

Posted by Michael | December 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Predatory scumbag lawyer

I have attempted to get any type of legitimate communication from this piece of garbage and nothing. Just messages back attacking me telling me I don't understand what "limited scope" representation means. Do not waste your time or money with this "lawyer" you will be taken advantage of and absolutel...y left in the dark about your case. If you have been a victim of this lawyer make sure your voice is heard, please contact fox 4 news and Texas Monthly to tell your story. They will be expecting you

Donald Nemec

Replied last December 06, 2024

Michael, I am glad we were able to talk about your case today and I refunded all of the money you paid. I wish you and your family the best of luck as you move forward without me representing you in the case.

Posted by Phil | July 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A criminal waste of time and money

I wouldn’t send my worst enemy to this completely useless attorney. This guy will only make whatever problems you have worse. He will not return calls or emails and he’ll most likely no-show for any consultations you book after you pay him. Earlier in this process I had to file a grievance with the s...tate bar to get him to do what I paid him to do. Now I’m back in the same spot with him and still not done with my divorce. I would have been thrilled to leave a good review here because I actually think he’s a knowledgeable attorney but it’s not worth the problems you’ll have just trying to get him to do his job. Lots of money paid to him for what should have been an easy case. Check out other review sites and BBB too. I will work as long as necessary to make sure he is disbarred.

Donald Nemec

Replied last October 25, 2024

Dear Phil, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I genuinely appreciate your honesty, even though I’m saddened to hear about your experience. I want to sincerely apologize for any frustration or inconvenience you faced during our time working together. As you may recall from the time I represented you, during that time, I was navigating a deeply personal and challenging period in my life following the loss of my wife. Balancing my professional responsibilities with the needs of my three young children was incredibly difficult as I adjusted to my new norm. While this is not an excuse, it does explain some of the challenges I faced in providing the level of service you expected and deserved. I value my clients and their cases, and I always strive to deliver the best outcomes possible. If you felt that I fell short, I am truly sorry. Your concerns about communication and responsiveness are taken seriously, and I have been committed to improving these aspects of my practice while reorganizing and rebuilding my practice after the death of my wife. If you are open to it, I would like to discuss your situation further and see how I can help address your concerns. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at 817-382-8333. Thank you for your understanding during this difficult time. Best regards, Donald C. Nemec

Posted by Tammy | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Neglect

Scam artist not an attorney Why is he allowed to practice law is baffling. Does not answer his phone , does not reply to emails or text messages , has you scheduling on his calendar and does not call you . It took a full year to get in front of judge and FINALLY I got a order BUT wait Donald was su...ppose to prepare it then review it with the other party and get it back to the judge ( the hearing was in July) it’s October and I still don’t have a copy This man was over paid Has countless numbers of family emergency’s Unprepared Has no clue what is going with these cases he keeps stealing money from people for I just want what I paid for and for the state bar to hold him accountable for playing with the lives of my children and myself Donald has no accountability , no compassion as he claims He is skating by as an attorney and should be disbarred

Donald Nemec

Replied last October 25, 2024

Dear Tammy, Thank you for sharing your concerns. I genuinely regret that you feel this way about your experience, especially given the challenges you faced during that difficult time. I want to acknowledge the personal circumstances that impacted my ability to respond promptly. My wife passed away while I was handling your case. Since my wife’s passing, I have been managing my practice while raising three young children alone, which has been an incredibly demanding journey. This does not excuse any lapses in communication, and for that, I sincerely apologize. It is important to me that every client feels heard and supported. I appreciate your feedback regarding the timeline and communication regarding your case. I understand how critical these matters are, especially when they involve your children. Over the past 2.5 years, my organization and focus has improved dramatically and I am proud to say that our team is handling more cases and better than we ever have before. I again apologize for the experience you encountered during my personal crisis. My clients’ trust in my services means a great deal to me, and I want to ensure all clients receive the attention and assistance they deserve. Thank you for your understanding. Sincerely, Donald C. Nemec

Posted by Bryan | October 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Rip off of an attorney

No communication at all but will lie & say it was due to a family emergency & he will take your money but will not work on your case

Donald Nemec

Replied last October 25, 2024

Dear Bryan, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I sincerely apologize for the lack of communication you experienced during your case. This was a particularly challenging time for my family as my wife was battling a serious illness, which ultimately led to her passing. Balancing the demands of my practice and my family responsibilities was incredibly difficult during the time I helped you in your case, back in 2021-2022. I want to assure you that I take my obligations to clients very seriously. In light of the circumstances, I refunded your fees because I felt it was the right thing to do. I appreciate your understanding and patience as I navigated these personal challenges. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach out. I wish you the best in your future endeavors. Sincerely, Donald C. Nemec

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Experience

Rating:  3.7 (Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2024

updated on 06/13/2024

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Work Experience

1997 - 2001

Associate Director of Customer Operations, Verizon Wireless Messaging Services

Education

2007

Texas Wesleyan School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of North Texas

BBA

Languages

English

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