$ 150-350 per hour
I am board certified in family law and also a credentialed mediator that focuses my practice solely on family law cases. I care for clients in divorces, child support, child custody, modifications, prenuptial and post nuptial agreements, grand parent visitation and paternity. I am well versed in both interstate disputes as well as international conventions regarding children. Call or email me so we may discuss how I may help you in your individual case.
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100 E. Ferguson, Suite 500, Tyler, TX, 75702
24 Client Reviews
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Posted by Randell | June 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family
Let's be honest
The Family law court is a difficult institution to navigate. I have read multiple reviews on Mr Bain some negative and some positive. My experience with Mr Bain was and is all that I could ask for. Mr Bain has been in this business for over 30 years and his experience is exemplified in the court ro...
Posted by Brenna | June 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
Wonderful Experience in a Difficult Time
Bruce was extremely helpful and knowledgeable during a difficult time. He was able to help me negotiate with the best terms possible, for my exact situation. I highly recommend him to anyone going through family law of any kind.
Posted by Shelly Stephens | January 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great family law attorney
My husband and I hired Bruce to handle a long stressful and drawn out family law case in Rusk County. I had very little patience by then and I am sure he could tell. Bruce was fair and honest with us. He was patient with me even when I got upset over things I didn't always understand or when I would ...
Posted by Marty | December 15, 2019 | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding, honest and helpful
I reached out to Mr. Bain from WA state as I was sued for divorce by my Ex from NC.. to say the least,Mr. Bain was upfront and let me know my unique situation was out of his being able to represent me. 'Equitable settlement of property' as its called in NC. He has guided me and provided much needed...
Posted by One Happy Dad | August 14, 2014 | Family
Very Knowledgeable and Highly Recommend!
Out of state father who needed help on Family Law issues. Contacted Bruce and he clearly has a extensive knowledge on out of state custody issues. Hired him last minute (day before filings were due) and both he and his paralegal Shauna took action and got responses filled on time. Communication was g...
"Bruce is an exceptionally gifted attorney. He has a reputation in the legal community that is above reproach. I highly recommend him and endorse him without any reservation."
"Bruce Bain is a fearsome opponent who possesses a brilliant mind, demonstrates compassion for every client and brings a passion for law and justice to bear in every matter."
"Bruce is an outstanding attorney who cares about representing his clients. You will not find an attorney who is more professional or thorough in his representation of his clients. Bruce was President of the Smith County Bar Association while I was a Director."
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2018
BV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Most Litigated Cases Handled Award, Lone Star Legal Aid
2014
Smith County Volunteer Mentor of the Year, Lone Star Legal Aid
2004
Young Lawyer of the Year, Smith County Bar Association
2002
Outstanding Service Award, Smith County Bar Association
1994
Silver Key Award,
2016 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Bruce D. Bain, PLLC
1998 - 2016
Partner, Bain, Files, Jarrett, Bain & Harrison, PC
2013 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
2009 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationLife Member
2001 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsMember
2001 - Present
Texas Family Law FoundationLifetime Member
1998 - Present
Smith County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2016
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionBoard of Directors
2007 - 2009
State Bar of Texas Grievance CommitteeChairman
2005 - 2006
Smith County Bar AssociationPresident
2004 - 2007
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsDirector
2003 - 2009
State Bar of Texas Grievance CommitteeMember
2000 - 2004
Smith County Bar AssociationDirector
1994 - 2007
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - 2010
American Bar AssociationMember
Trial Court's Judgment affirmed
Trial Court's Judgment affirmed for my client
2008
Credentialed Mediator
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
B.B.A
2015
Handling Client Funds, Trust Accounts, IOLTA and Trust Accounts
2014
Important Provisions to be Included in a SAPCR
2014
Guardianship and the Divorce Client
2014
Handling Client Funds, Trust Accounts and IOLTA
2013
Inventory & Appraisement
2012
Family Law
2012
Paternity and Paternity Fraud
2012
Post Divorce Medical Benefits
2012
Child Support: Statutory and Contractual
2012
Getting What You Want Through Negotiation
2012
Advanced Negotiation
2009
Child Support in the Failing Economy
2008
Evidence - Getting It In & Keeping It Out
2008
Economic Torts in Divorce Action
2007
Economic Contribution and Valuation
2007
Ethics: Paralegal & Lawyers
2007
Child Custody
2007
Ethics: Paralegals and You
2006
Post Judgment Issues
2005
Motions in Limine
2005
When Disaster Strikes
2003
Child Support Enforcement
2002
Economic Contribution
2002
Family Law and Employment Issues
2001
Modification of Custody
1998
The New Discovery Rules
2011
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