Catherine Ryan Borum

Catherine Ryan Borum

4.4
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Fort Worth, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Child Custody ... +2 more

1121 5th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX

About Catherine

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

I specialize in family litigation cases, including divorce, complex property division, custody, child support and cases involving family violence and abuse.

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Child Support 20%

I specialize in family litigation cases, including divorce, complex property division, custody, child support and cases involving family violence and abuse.

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Divorce and Separation 20%

I specialize in family litigation cases, including divorce, complex property division, custody, child support and cases involving family violence and abuse.

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Family 20%

I specialize in family litigation cases, including divorce, complex property division, custody, child support and cases involving family violence and abuse.

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Litigation 20%

I also routinely handle cases dealing with civil litigation outside of family law

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

BORUM LAW FIRM, PLLC

1121 5th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX, 76104

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Catherine Ryan Borum's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

"Anatomy of a Successful Divorce"

HIRE THIS ATTORNEY IF YOU NEED TO WIN! I never got married with divorce in mind but it happens...and to me it happened in a very big way! My spouse immediately went for the throat after I caught the cheating, asking for money and custody claiming everything in a divorce war chest including physical... abuse, mental abuse, drug abuse and other criminal activities. Needless to say I was terrified when the waterfall of legal threats began to drown me and my business. I even spent a night in jail due to false accusations. Get ready for tough love and facts during the first meeting! This lawyer is more that qualified, is tough as nails and will give it to you strait in order to prepare you for battle. She was very prepared for my case, empathetic, always available, returned calls and I never had to question a bill. She will skillfully negotiate with the opposition and make you feel protected when you are standing in front of the judge. Ultimately I got more than what I needed because we were prepared. My life was put back on course and I have a great relationship with my child. Catherine Borum is the BEST attorney you can have in a that horrible situation. Don't wait until they fire the first shot.

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Repeat client to this amazing attorney

I originally met Catherine when I was going through my divorce. She was superb every step of the way and ensured I was taken care of. Recently we hired Catherine again for child custody, visitation, child support etc. Catherine will be frank with you whether or not you like it because she cares about... her clients being well informed. I cannot emphasize enough what a Godsend Catherine is! God bless that angel!

Posted by Epignosis | September 17, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Simply The Best!

My ex-husband filed in TX and I was in NJ. Besides the geography issue, there was also a military component to it. Catherine handled it all superbly. She is a force to be reckoned with; precise and intelligent, she has vision and drives the process forward. I have never met Catherine face to ...face, but during the entire process she kept me extremely well informed. She would always get back to me timely if I had questions, and she always presented me with very sound options and counsel. I always felt very solidly represented in absentia. In addition to that, she made me feel very protected, and that she had my back. When you're vulnerable and hurting as you're going through your divorce, that quality in an advisor is priceless. I interviewed many attorneys in Fort Worth, and was on my way to retaining someone else I wasn't terribly confident with, before I stumbled upon AVVO and found Catherine. When I read her reviews I was determined it had to be her. She truly was a Godsend. I cannot recommend her highly enough. She gets results and she cares about her clients. She is THE BEST!

Posted by Rick | May 24, 2013 | Child Custody

AMAZING!! 2012-2013

Wow!! Where do I begin? I was totally blessed when I met Catherine! I hired her approximately a year and a half ago when I was served with a custody modification. Cat's determination and knowledge of the law are amazing! Her professionalism is above reproach. As others have stated in their revi...ews, Cat will tell you how it is, and her attention to my case and needs were nothing short of spectacular!! Although my case was a long, drawn out battle which involved child support, visitation, and residency outside of Tarrant County and contiguous, WE have prevailed! I am now the proud, custodial parent of my two beautiful daughters! I HIGHLY recommend Catherine and the Borum Law Firm for any of your family law needs! I'm only left to wonder how much time, money, and emotional stress I would have saved myself and children if I would have hired her from the beginning. One thing is for sure, I will always turn to Catherine for any family law issues in the future! Definitely a friend for life!!!

Posted by Jared | June 21, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney!

Catherine was a great choice for me. She worked hard for me, kept me in loop the whole time. She is very knowledgeable and has a wonderful demeanor. She did her best to keep my divorce costs at a minimum. I would DEFINITELY recommend her to anyone I know. Thanks a million Catherine!!!

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Catherine Ryan Borum's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Hodges

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Catherine Borum for well over a decade. Catherine is a skilled professional who is highly respected in the legal community. Catherine cares deeply for her clients, and that is reflected through her advocacy on behalf of them, as it is second to none. If there is anyone that I know who needs an excellent family law attorney, I send them to Catherine. She has delivered outstanding results for the clients that I have referred to her, and I won’t refer anyone else. I give this this attorney the highest recommendation there is, as I know her future clients will not be disappointed with her work."

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Thomas Murphree

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Spencer Nilsson

Family lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Catherine is a true advocate for her clients. She knows that people facing legal problems are going through some of the toughest times of their lives, and she gives encouragement and guidance throughout the legal process. Catherine is well-known and well-respected throughout the legal community."

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Russell Hebets

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Katherine Lewis

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Ryan

Family lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cat Borum is an excellent Family Law specialist !"

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Matthew Holland

Unknown lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Seth Gladstein

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine is a dedicated attorney, who aggressively advocates for her clients. She is detailed-oriented, and has a wide breadth of knowledge and experience in various family law matters. I highly recommend her."

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John Andreopoulos

Child custody lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Catherine. She is a renowned lawyer and advocate."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Catherine does a great job for her clients!"

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Armando Edmiston

Family lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Oliver

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are looking for a fierce and tenacious family law specialist, you've found her. I highly recommend Cat Borum."

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Kimberley Miller

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She will fight hard for her clients."

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B. Cornish

Mediation lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a fine family lawyer and is superb at mediating disputes."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Ross

Family lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a criminal defense attorney in Denton, Texas. I very often refer Tarrant County clients with Civil cases to Mrs. Borum. She is a skilled litigator and I have complete trust in her work. Whether it's a complex Divorce, Child Custody case, or a mater requiring extensive courtroom litigation, Mrs. Borum is one of the top attorneys in her field. I have complete faith in her work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2005

Texas Wesleyan Award, Texas Wesleyan School of Law

Associations

2009 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Child Abuse and Neglect Committee

Appointed Committee Member

2008 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association, Women Attorneys Section

Board Member

2008 - 2010

Mahon Inn of Courts

Member

Education

2006

Texas Wesleyan University

Speaking Engagements

2012

Tarrant County Bar Association

How to Handle a Divorce Case

2010

Panel on Family Law

Getting to Know the Court

Publications

2006

Lexis Texas Family Code Annotated Annotation

Languages

English

Activity

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