Hayley Ballin Collins

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Hayley Ballin Collins

also known as Hayley Collins

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Plano, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Adoption, Alimony, Divorce & Separation

7160 N. Dallas Parkway, Suite 650, Plano, TX

About Hayley

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 70%

70%
Adoption 10%

10%
Alimony 10%

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 14 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2011

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

GoransonBain Ausley

7160 N. Dallas Parkway, Suite 650, Plano, TX, 75024

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Hayley Ballin Collins's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews


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Reviewers consistently praise the lawyer's exceptional knowledge, professionalism, and effective communication, particularly in divorce and child custody cases. Many highlight their responsiveness, empathy, and ability to achieve positive outcomes while being mindful of costs.

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Confident Knowledgeable Representation

From the start Hayley kept my goals through the divorce process at the forefront. She is knowledgeable in how the the court and legal system works, and explains it in simple ways that any one can understand. She is also cost conscientious of the cost of her services, and is transparent in how the d...ecisions you make could increase the cost of the divorce process. Hayley and her team are professional, responsive, and also empathetic to the difficult circumstances you are going through.

Posted by anonymous | December 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful, Competent Lawyer

Hayley was wonderful throughout my divorce process. Never thinking I would be in this situation (no one ever does), I found Hayley as extremely helpful, patient with all of my questions, competent, and highly knowledgeable. Her and her team were always responsive and highly professional. I am thankfu...l for Hayley and her team for their help during a very difficult time.

Posted by Jon | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very helpful and calming

Hayley helped me in a mediated divorce case. She always kept me informed of each step of the case. She always told me my options at each decision point and the pros and cons of each choice. She also calmed me down a few times when my stress level was shooting up. I feel she greatly helped me get ...a positive ("fair" is a four-letter word) settlement. I am glad I chose her as my attorney for this case

Posted by Ian | November 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding at every turn

I retained Ms. Collins to deal with my divorce and custody of my daughter. This was a particularly nasty and drawn out and complicated case, mostly due to the history of it and the parties involved. Hayley was, from the outset, very effective in communicating to me what could be expected, the costs i...nvolved, and the process to accomplish what I set out to accomplish. Once the plan was established, she was very aggressive, but unfailingly ethical and conscientious in her dealings with my ex and her counsel. We had a huge win in a temporary custody hearing and that set the stage for finishing the process out, which we did last Thursday in Collin County. All of the goals I set forth early on were met and the outcome is the right one for my daughter and for me. I can't recommend Hayley highly enough and she represents arguably the best value in Dallas area family law. She is the consummate professional, highly skilled and very, very effective. I had complete faith in her and was very confident in these proceedings with her representing me, and there aren't words for how valuable that is when everything else in your life is uncertain, at best. Thank you, Hayley.

Posted by Carter | July 24, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend

The Raggio Law Firm is the best. They are professional, punctual & honest. Directly after my consultation Hayley gave me options and explained the process to each option. John made it to each court date & talked to me about every step that he would take in the court room. His professionalism was reco...gnized by other attorneys & the judges. I feel that helped because I was always taught that the way you carry & portray yourself is how others will handle you. I have & will continue to recommend others to The Raggio Law Firm. I also intend on using them for my other legal issues.

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Hayley Ballin Collins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Caroline Galloway

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Raggio

Family lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Hayley is a talented and dedicated family law attorney. I have had the opportunity to observe her work firsthand, and I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking assistance with a divorce or child custody case."

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Whitney Green

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Hayley and I were on opposite sides of a highly contentious divorce matter. She was knowledgeable, courteous, and effective at managing her side of the case. We were able to work together to settle the matter and achieve a result that both of our clients were ultimately happy with."

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Natalia Mejia

Unknown lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Curtis Harrison

Family lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Hayley is a sharp, fearless litigator who thoroughly prepares herself and her clients each and every time she steps into the courtroom. Her wisdom and knowledge of family law issues exceed her stated years of experience. Her compassion for her clients engenders both trust by her clients and excellent results for them."

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Ryan Bauerle

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anita Savage

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Jeffrey Grass

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2019

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2019

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2019

Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Up-and-Coming 50: Women Texas Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers

2018

Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Up-and-Coming 100: Texas Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers

2018

Up-and-Coming 50: Women Texas Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers

2018

Best Lawyers Under 40, D Magazine

2017

Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Associate, GoransonBain Ausley

2011 - 2013

Associate, The Raggio Law Firm, P.C.

Associations

Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Annette Stewart American Inn of Court

Member

Big Brothers Big Sisters

World Affairs Council

Meridian Global Young Professionals

Dallas Association of Young Lawyers

Member

Texas Family Law Foundation

Member

Collin County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

State Bar of Texas, LGBT Law Section

Member

State Bar of Texas, Juvenile Law Section

Member

State Bar of Texas, Women and the Law Section

Member

Education

2011

Saint Louis University

Juris Doctor

2008

Southern Methodist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Advanced Family Law Course

Preparing for the Board Certification Exam

2015

Insights Collaborative Therapy Group LGBTQIA: Family Law Update

Publications

Languages

English

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