Donald Edward Teller Jr.

PRO

Donald Edward Teller Jr.

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Grapevine, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Adoption ... +6 more

Serving Fort Worth, Dallas, and Denton, 4100 Heritage Avenue, Suite 104, Grapevine, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Donald

Biography

Experienced Family Law Attorney

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Family 47%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including divorces, collaborative law, modifications, enforcements, child custody, child support, terminations, adoptions, protective orders, and marital agreements such as prenups.

30 years

47%
Divorce and Separation 45%

Assists clients with most divorce cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including divorces, collaborative law, mediation, child custody, and child support.

30 years

45%
Adoption 2%

Assists clients with most types of adoption cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including assistance with both the termination and adoption aspects of these cases.

30 years

2%
Alimony 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including asserting claims for temporary, post-divorce, or permanent maintenance or alimony.

30 years

1%
Child Custody 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including child custody, paternity cases, child custody modifications, and child custody enforcements.

30 years

1%
Child Support 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including representation in child support cases, child support modifications, and child support enforcements.

30 years

1%
Domestic Violence 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including seeking protective orders for domestic violence.

30 years

1%
Marriage and Prenuptials 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including drafting marital agreements such as prenups and postnups.

30 years

1%
Uncontested Divorce 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including uncontested divorces.

30 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Teller Law Firm, P.C.

Serving Fort Worth, Dallas, and Denton, 4100 Heritage Avenue, Suite 104, Grapevine, TX, 76051

dtellerlaw.com

Donald Edward Teller Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

5 star (27)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (3)

Posted by ALC | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Care, compassion and understanding

Donald and his firm were very attentive to my divorce from day 1. It started very contentious and with temporary orders but Don was ready to be a bulldog if need be in court. We spent a whole 8 hours the first day because there was no way he would let me take the deal they wanted to offer. I’m so gla...d I listened. Thankfully the end of my divorce ended more peaceful and non contested BUT I will say it likely had ALOT to do with the way Donald set the tone in the court room from the very first day. It wasn’t cheap but it was worth it.

Donald Teller

Replied last November 20, 2025

Thank you for your review. We strive to help our client's work towards as peaceful a settlement as possible, so glad we were successful for you and your children. DET

Posted by D | May 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Family Law Lawyer in DFW

Donald, Anna and Shawna are the best team in the DFW area. They are compassionate, truthful, professional, reliable, diligent, responsive, have 60 years of combined experience in family law and they know Texas family law. I'm grateful that I choose them to represent me and I got 50% custody and my ...fair share of the community property. With this team you will never walk alone.

Donald Teller

Replied last October 15, 2025

Thanks for your review. Glad we could help you reach a positive settlement that works well for you and your children. DET

Posted by Jonathan | May 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Case Dismissed!!!

Mr. Donald is a very understanding guy who will take on your case thinking of all avenues to resolve it. I had a CPS case that traumatized my family and gave me lots sleepless nights. After I hired Donald he went to work. He fought for me and got me reunited with my kids and got me the results I want...ed. If you need someone who’s going to fight for your rights and is experienced then look no further. Thanks Donald for all that you did for my family.

Donald Teller

Replied last November 20, 2025

Thank you for your review. Glad we could help you through a difficult case. DET

Posted by Daniel | March 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Impeccable Service

Donald and his entire staff listened to my needs in a very difficult situation, provided support, insight and guidance to achieve the very best outcome in my case. They will be my first call if I ever need another attorney!

Posted by Gene | July 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Help when I needed it

Donald represented me in a business issue many years ago to success… but had no idea I would be contacting him recently regarding the topic of divorce. I can’t put into words how valuable Don Teller’s advice was while helping me thru the legal process of divorce. His experience helped me through the ...legal aspect as well as the emotional part that I struggled with. Don and his team is knowledgeable, fair. Thank you Don, Anna and Shawna. Sincerely AEL

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Donald Edward Teller Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Clary

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Don is a great lawyer!"

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Kellye Hughes

Child custody lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Luce

Child custody lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Don is highly qualified and respected. He knows the law, people and always fights for his clients and the best interest of kids. I respect him and his work."

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James Saint

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Don is intelligent, professional, and very knowledgeable about Family Law."

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Anita Cutrer

Family lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a skilled family lawyer who knows the law very well and is very professional in his dealings with opposing attorneys."

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Mark Williamson

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've known Don for years and had several cases against him. Don is extremely professional and skilled at finding solutions to complex matters. When that fails, he can litigate with the best."

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Janet Denton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Don is one of my favorite lawyers to deal with. He is smart, trustworthy and compassionate. Janet Denton"

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Kellye Hughes

Adoption lawyer

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Stephen Luce

Family lawyer

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Anita Cutrer

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Mark Williamson

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Best Lawyer - Family Law, Best Lawyers

2023

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2022

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2022

Board Certified - Family Law (Recertified), Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2021

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2020

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2019

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2018

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2017

Board Certified - Family Law (Recertified), Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2017

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2016

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2015

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2014

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2013

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2012

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2012

Board Certified (Recertified) - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2012

NITA Advocate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy

2011

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2010

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2009

Top Attorney - Family Law & Alternative Dispute Resolution, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2007

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Teller Law Firm, P.C.

1999 - 2007

Adjunct Professor, Texas Wesleyan University School of Law

1995 - 1998

Attorney, Law Office of Allen A. Rad and Associates

Associations

2007 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2007 - Present

Collaborative Professionals of Northeast Tarrant County

Member

2006 - Present

Collaborative Law Institute of Texas

Member

2006 - Present

Collaborative Lawyers of Tarrant County

Member

2001 - Present

Northeast Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2004 - 2005

Northeast Tarrant County Bar Association

President

2002 - 2004

Lawyer Referral Service

Chairperson

2000 - 2001

Eldon B. Mahon Inns of Court

Associate Member

Education

1995

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Southern Methodist University

MBA

1987

North Texas State University

BBA

Speaking Engagements

2010

Family Law Mediation Training

Child Support Establishment and Modification

2009

Family Law Mediation Training

Child Support Establishment and Modification

2007

Reel Lessons in Ethics

Ethical Issues in Electronic Communications

2003

Bench Bar Conference

Law Office Management

Publications

2020

SMU Law Review SMU Annual Texas Survey - Family Law

2019

SMU Law Review SMU Annual Texas Survey - Family Law

2018

SMU Law Review SMU Annual Texas Survey - Family Law

2004

Texas Lawyer Smart Finances Keep Budding Solos Afloat

2003

Texas Lawyer Big Bucks/No Whammies

Languages

English

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