Kelly West Decker

Kelly West Decker

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 20 years

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

6300 Ridglea Place Suite 101, Fort Worth, TX

About Kelly

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 25%

Divorce, modification, child support, premarital agreement negotiation and conservatorship, custody, mediation, trial, temporary orders

20 years | 150 cases

25%
Litigation 25%

General and commercial litigation including suits against insurance companies, fraud and breach of contract in real estate transactions, negligence in closings having to do with minerals and defense of claims brought by professional partners, collections and other torts.

20 years | 75 cases

25%
Child Custody 20%

Conservatorship, rights and duties, standard possession order, morality provision, child election, election to expanded standard, drug and alcohol use.

20 years | 150 cases

20%
Child Support 15%

Max child support, enforcing child support, defending against child support collection, contempt of child support.

20 years | 150 cases

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

Diving assets, confirming separate property, litigating prenups, selling property in the divorce, mediation, recievership, spousal support.

20 years | 125 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 20 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Decker Poole, PLLC

6300 Ridglea Place Suite 101, Fort Worth, TX, 76116

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Kelly West Decker's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Lisa | October 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great!

Kelly assisted with my divorce and she was amazing through the entire thing. She is knowledgeable and realistic. She won’t convince you to “over reach” and displays compassion and sympathy throughput the process. Furthermore, she got the judge to agree to my ex signing a voluntary parental relinquish...ment of my son, which I hear is actually pretty difficult. Her and her entire staff were attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly throughout processes that are naturally difficult. I would definitely hire her again.

Posted by Teri | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hope When I Thought There Was None

You know that slimy, slick feeling you may get when speaking to a lawyer? Not for a moment did I ever feel that way with Kelly. She was gracious enough to take my custody case when my previous lawyer failed and I thought I stood no chance at winning custody of my kids. Kelly was kind, firm, and m...y voice of reason when I thought I was drowning. She left no stone unturned against my ex and destroyed any credibility he thought he had. Not to mention, she was incredibly polite, organized, and likeable in front of the judge. I say with absolute honesty that I never would have won custody without Kelly. She knew exactly how to pick apart his lies and show the judge why he was unfit to have them. Kelly is worth her weight in gold. I thank my lucky stars every night knowing that my kids are where they belong.

Posted by Laura | March 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney! Highly recommended!

Kelly did an excellent job helping my husband and me get custody of our granddaughter. The judge had already made up her mind before hearing any of the litigants, but Kelly convinced the judge to listen to our side. Kelly used her skills to get the family court judge to do a complete 180 and find f...or us. Thank you, Kelly. We will be forever grateful to you for helping us rescue a little girl from a terrible situation.

Posted by Murray | December 2, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceeded Expectations

Kelly helped our family with a custody/visitation issue involving a grandmother's rights after the death of her son. This was a highly contentious, emotional, volatile situation with complex legal issues attached. Kelly guided us through the myriad legal issues and emotional entanglements to a very ...favorable outcome. We brought Kelly a difficult fact situation which she successfully resolved. She is a good communicator with impeccable integrity, high energy, focus and a strong command of the legal issues in the family law environment. She is awesome!

Posted by TC | July 22, 2014

A great attorney

I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone who is looking for an attorney. Kelly was not only my attorney she was someone who will be there for you, during what has to be a trying and turbulent time. Kelly listened to my issues/concerns and I was not just a number to her. Kelly was thoughtful and ho...nest in her assement of my case, taking into account my fears and while being forthright and honest she was also compassionate with me. Kelly guided me through the divorce process which can be painful, with a gentle hand and a caring that is not present in many lawyers. Kelly worked with me to achieve the best possible result for me which was great. If I am ever again in need of an attorney, Kelly will be my first and only choice.

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Kelly West Decker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathryn "Katie" Copeland

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kelly is an excellent resource in Tarrant County. She is a brilliant woman and creative at solving problems."

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David Wynne

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kelly is one of the best family law attorneys in Ft. Worth. I have had several cases with Kelly and she is always well prepared, knows the applicable law and she aggressively fights for her client. I highly recommend Kelly if your facing a divorce or a child custody case."

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James Saint

Family lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been involved in a case with Kelly and found her to be very professional, intelligent, and a good advocate for her client."

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David Pratt

Unknown lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kelly is a zealous advocate and a true professional."

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Leslie Barrows

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great advocate for her clients."

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Patricia Cole

Family lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a wonderful, caring family law attorney that gets no nonsense resolution every time!"

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paulette Mueller

Litigation lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Decker's skill, knowledge and professionalism far exceed her years of experience. Having just completed a difficult lawsuit with Ms. Decker as opposing counsel, I know her clients feel she makes it her goal to deliver everything the law allows. Ms. Decker is one of the few good lawyers, that does what she says, and means what she says. Definitely a credit to our profession."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Texas Lawyer Magazine

2012

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Texas Lawyer Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Texas Lawyer Magazine

2011

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Shareholder/partner, Decker Jones, PC

2005 - 2007

Associate, Brown Pruitt Peterson & Wambsganss, PC

Associations

2011 - Present

Love Our Local Animals Non-Profit

President

2005 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Junior League of Fort Worth

Active

Sample of Legal Cases

Hatbreeze v. Mcalister et al

Obtained Judgment for client in $142,024.

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Education

2004

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2001

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2015

Texas Family Law and Divorce Family Law and Divorce in Texas

Languages

English

Activity

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