Thomas James Daley

Thomas James Daley

also known as Tom Daley

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Plano, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Support ... +2 more

5700 West Plano Parkway Ste 2200, Tel: 972-769-2727, Plano, TX

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 20%

Divorce, modification, enforcement, child custody, AG hearings handled swiftly, vigorously, and compassionately. The goal of litigation is to resolve conflict, not create conflict. I work to bring fairness and peace to my clients' lives.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-650 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 18 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2007

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

KoonsFuller Family Law PC

5700 West Plano Parkway Ste 2200, Tel: 972-769-2727, Plano, TX, 75093

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320 West Eagle Dr Ste 200, Tel: 972-769-2727, Denton, TX, 76201

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1717 McKinney Ave Ste 1500, Tel: 972-769-2727, Dallas, TX, 75202

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Thomas James Daley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Family

Posted by Ali | April 30, 2020 | Family

Knowledgable and generous in time

I had a few questions regarding jurisdiction and property division for a divorce and Tom patiently responded my questions even though we didn't establish a client-lawyer relationship. He showed knowledge and completeness in his answers and I'd strongly recommend him for any family law case.

Posted by Jessica | October 18, 2011 | Family

Best Advice and Brilliant Attorney

Thomas James Daley has been helping me for over a year in so many ways I lost count many many months ago. His insight into family law is invaluable to me and will be to anyone who seeks his help or is blessed enough to receive it by chance. I look forward to hearing from Thomas when I have a legal q...uestion related to my family law matters and he's brought me so much peace of mind, courage to face very trying situations and insight that allows me to prepare for the worst, which unfortunately happens a lot with my case. He's never cold or condescending and I can tell he really cares about helping others, which is so very hard to find in this profession! I thank you Thomas from the bottom of my heart!

Posted by Claude | December 07, 2010 | Family

Recommendation for divoce attorney-

A divorce is at best a trying time for most people. However, I felt like a train wreck. Mr. Daley and his partner always received me very professionally but also provided a compassionate atmosphere for our discussions. The entire staff was very cognizant of everybody’s privacy and always strived m...aintain it. I felt very comfortable when I made office visits. At the beginning of my divorce, I was very afraid that my child would be taken across international boundaries. Mr. Daley took the necessary legal steps to alert the court to this possible outcome and obtained the child’s passport for safe keeping. Through his pleadings to the court, Mr. Daley was legally able to keep my child safely in Texas, in her home, and with her father from start to finish. I am extremely grateful for this. I found that it is hard to make things happen when one side does not want to participate in a divorce. However, Mr. Daley did finally bring this divorce case to completion. Mr. Daley is a low-key, well-collected professional. I think his personality and courtroom style are well suited for divorce court which can be highly emotionally and just down right over the top at times. Mr. Daley brings no antics or unnecessary drama to the courtroom. In my opinion, the judges also appreciated this because it saved them time as well. He understands the legal protocol and follows it concisely. In the long run, this saved time and money because he focused on the issues at hand and not on anybody’s involved emotions. Mr. Daley also worked well with the opposing counsel in efforts to save time and money, as one professional to another should for their client. Thus far, Mr. Daley did not lose any of my legal battles and if it is possible to “win” a divorce “war,” he did so in his always mild-mannered and professional way. I would highly recommend Mr. Daley for any family-law related issue, especially divorce.

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Deborah Mackoy

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer! Tom is an honest, steadfast and strong advocate for his clients. He is cooperative and does his best to limit escalation in both litigation and emotional response in the Family Law matters he handles. This saves his client's significant financial and emotional costs while protecting their interests and their bank accounts."

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Tracey Schlake

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is an incredible person as well as an excellent lawyer. It has been my pleasure to have know him since we were in law school together."

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Douglas Borthwick

Family lawyer | Nov 18

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Melissa Williams

Family lawyer | Nov 17

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is an active contributor on Avvo and offers excellent advice."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Oct 22

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"I highly endorse this attorney, While maintaining excellent client service and ethics, they are a well-respected member of the legal community."

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Philip Israels

Family lawyer | Oct 20

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"I endorse attorney Thomas Daley. He donates his time to provide excellent legal answers on Avvo from citizens seeking advice. A respected member within the legal community."

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Robert von Dohlen

Family lawyer | Oct 18

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Family lawyer | Oct 02

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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Hovanes Margarian

Child custody lawyer | Jul 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 23

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"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Daniel Tam

Unknown lawyer | Feb 20

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"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community."

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Curtis Harrison

Family lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom is an ethical, hard-working professional who represents his clients with vigor tempered only by wisdom."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Daley. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos"

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Edward Beckham

Family lawyer | Sep 26

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"An attention for detail; a committed advocate."

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Katherine Lewis

Family lawyer | Aug 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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M. Miller

Child custody lawyer | Aug 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Grosso

Family lawyer | May 15

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"I've known Mr. Daley personally and professionally for nearly 10 years. During this time he has shown tremendous integrity, profound intellect, and a passionate commitment to his clients and his profession."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Daley is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. Whenver we have family law matters to refer, they go directly to him, he is one of the best. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and credit to the legal profession."

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Jennifer Cochran

Family lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Daley gives great legal advice on family law matters and is a true asset to the AVVO community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Distinguished Service Award, Texas Legal Services Center

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Attorney, KoonsFuller P.C.

2010 - 2020

Managing Member, Power Daley PLLC

2007 - 2009

President, Thomas J. Daley & Associates, PC

2002 - 2007

Vice President, Software Development, Cantor Fitzgerald/eSpeed, Inc.

Associations

2015 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Member

2013 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2008 - Present

Collin County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2020

Collin County Bench Bar Foundation

Chair

2017 - 2019

Collin County Bench Bar Foundation

Board Member

2011 - 2014

Collin County Bench Bar Foundation

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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Education

2007

Texas Wesleyan University

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Hendrix College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Collin County Trial Academy

Cross Examination

2019

Collin County Bench Bar Foundation

Ethics

2019

1st Annual Texas Ethics Jam

Ethics for Family Law Attorneys

2016

Dallas County Career Day

Litigation as a Career

Publications

2013

Amazon.com What You Need to Know About Estate Planning in Texas

Languages

English

Activity

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