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Shirley Sutherland

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer at Rockwall, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

965 West Ralph Hall Parkway Suite 105, Rockwall, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 40 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1986

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013

Location

Law Offices of Shirley Sutherland

965 West Ralph Hall Parkway Suite 105, Rockwall, TX, 75032

Law Offices of Shirley Sutherland

965 W Ralph Hall Pkwy Ste 105, Rockwall, TX, 75032-6678

Shirley Sutherland's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by MARCOS | April 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Your search can stop here.

Shirley and her team are outstanding—truly remarkable. They handled my divorce initially, and the results were exactly what I had hoped and asked for. When my situation changed and I needed to modify custody arrangements due to changes in my ex’s living environment, there was no question who I was... calling—I went straight back to Shirley and her team. What really sets them apart is not just how effective they are, but how approachable and supportive they make the process feel. They are extremely prompt, tactfully aggressive when it matters, and true advocates for their clients. At the same time, they take the time to listen and make sure you feel understood every step of the way. You can tell they genuinely care. Honestly, I don’t know when they sleep. If you’re looking for a team that will fight for you while also making you feel comfortable and supported, this is the one. Your Search is done!

Posted by Valerie | May 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Thank You, Shirley!

If you want a lawyer who will fight for you, keep your best interest in the forefront, and get you what you want, look no further. Shirley and her Legal Assistant Amanda were amazing during my divorce. Both of them calmed my fears, and addressed all my questions and concerns in a very timely manner. ...The way they handled my case let me know they really cared about me - I wasn’t just a source of income for them. I can’t thank Shirley and Amanda enough.

Posted by Victoria | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Best Law Firm in Rockwall!

Amazing law firm! Shirley and Amanda have helped me navigate through a difficult divorce and custody case. They both have shown kindness and compassion toward me and my family. Shirley goes above and beyond for her clients and Amanda is always on top of her game. Excellent legal team!

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2013

Child Custody gone wrong

Paid around $3,000.00 for nothing. I think she made it worse than it was. She did nothing in the court room. While my ex's attorney had a field day with me trying in any way shape or form to make me look unfit. She is a poor excuse for an attorney. Please, please, please look elsewhere!

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Experience

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2013

updated on 07/15/2014

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

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Dallas Bar Association

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Education

1986

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Southern Methodist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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