Kelly Margaret Heitkamp

Kelly Margaret Heitkamp

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 26 years

Child custody Lawyer at Longview, TX
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family ... +2 more

409 Magrill Street, Longview, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 11 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2014

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Heitkamp, Kelly M. Attorney

409 Magrill Street, Longview, TX, 75601

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Kelly Margaret Heitkamp's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 28 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Nancy | December 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Deserves more than 5 stars!

We have used Kelly Heitkamp's services twice in the last few years, and we recommend her highly. Our previous attorney was a doormat for the ex's lawyer, and really let us down more than once, so when we decided we needed someone with more skill, we looked at the reviews here and selected Kelly Heit...kamp. She is aggressive and commands respect in the courtroom - exactly what you need in tough situations.

Kelly Heitkamp

Replied last December 11, 2018

We sincerely appreciate your kind words and appreciate the success we realized in your case. Please take credit for your roll in making the case less painful than it had to be with a result benefiting everyone involved.

Posted by David | December 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce in 2007

We have this "review" going on now that I don't remember having in 2007. I would like to leave my review now because I am looking up her number for something else. First thing I remember is I got to court right on time.... don't do that... at least 15 minutes early. She gave me advice that I still r...emember. I'll keep that to myself. She is very good and a straight shooter and doesn't mess around. She easily took care of a huge problem. I was very happy with her services. I am hoping she can help with my new problem that is not listed here or direct me to someone who can. I would take her advice any time. 8/23/18

Kelly Heitkamp

Replied last December 11, 2018

We are always here for you, regardless of the issue. Sometimes we can solve problems just by talking through it. Things are never as dark as they seem. Thank you for your kind words and support.

Posted by David | December 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Adoption of Child

My husband, Douglas, and I met with Kelly to see about him adopting my son as his own. She took our case and told us of the joys and the repercussions. She didn’t want us walking into a decision not being fully informed. She made sure every step was clear to us and always kept us informed with new in...formation along the way. She helped make my husbands dreams come true. She was an amazing blessing to our lives and couldn’t thank her enough.

Kelly Heitkamp

Replied last December 11, 2018

Adoptions are the happiest times in family law. Your choice to allow my office to help you through it is deeply personal to me. I hope that you will always remember the glorious day and the crowd's applause when the judge granted your request. There is no doubt that your son is the luckiest little boy in the world.

Posted by Brett | December 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

The ONLY one to hire!

There is nobody better. It is that simple. I wish she handled estate and royalties because I'd use her for everything. If Kelly takes the case, she'll follow it through. You won't find anybody who fights harder, is more knowledgeable, or more straight forward.

Posted by Hillary | September 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Couldn't ask for better.

Kelly works tirelessly for her clients. She was honest and upfront and prepared me the entire way about what to expect. She stood up for what was right and is a bull dog in the court room. My case was a long one that resulted in a day long hearing, but I walked out of there certain I got the best ...deal possible. She listened to me and took the time to understand my case completely. She was also very good with my child. I cannot say enough positive things about Kelly and would absolutely hire her for any issues going forward. If you want someone sweet and gentle, this may not be your girl. But if you want someone who cares about doing what is best and who is an absolute genius in court, hire her.

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Kelly Margaret Heitkamp's Lawyer Endorsements

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J Drew Houghton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kelly since law school and all clients that I have referred to her have been very pleased with her legal representation and protection of their interests. Her love of animals and advocacy of animal rights is also longstanding."

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Amy Troy

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kelly is a fantastic attorney. She is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure her client walks away happy."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Featured Columnist, Longview News Journal

2013

Beuatification Award, Keep Longview Beautiful

2012

Humanitarian Award, Pet Partnership

1996

American Jurisprudence, Legal Research & Writing

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Kelly Heitkamp, PC

Associations

1999 - Present

Texas Association of Defense Counsel

Member

1999 - Present

Animal Law Section of Texas State Bar

Secretary

1998 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Gregg County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Texas

Member

Texas Association of Defense Counsel

Member

1998 - 2003

Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

When one party takes advantage

Wife forced to return one half of all monies taken and return all personal property to marital residence until time of trial.

Father working pipeline

Husband was willing to take a desk job with oil company and was awarded 50/50 possession of children sharing all right equally. He was no longer working 80 hour weeks.

Grandparent will prevail

Grandparents were successful in gaining conservatorship rights to both children. Children now live with Grandparents.

Fiduciary Duty

Shelter forced to comply with the statute and produce the financial records, including bank statements

Fathers are equally important

Father reunited with child. Mother allowed to move but not with the child.

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Education

1998

Oklahoma City University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of North Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Northeast Texas Paralegal Association

Animal Welfare - Legislative Changes

2015

Northeast Texas Paralegal Association

The Power of Organized Activists

2014

Tyler Bar Association

Impact of animal welfare laws in rural communities

2012

South Texas School of Law

Negligence vs. Recklessness in animal cruelty

2012

Perpperdine - Animal Law Section

A Comparison of Tethering Laws

2011

Northeast Texas Paralegal Association

Animal Welfare - legislative changes

2010

Boston College School of Law

Vivisection

2009

Animal Law/Environmental Law seminar

Vivisection

Publications

2015

Longview News Journal Weekly Animal Welfare column

N/A

Journal of Small and Emerging Business Law Enemy Lines - The profit of animal abuse

Languages

English

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