$ 300-350 per hour
Frank P. Skipper, a seasoned attorney with over 32 years of legal experience, focuses his area of practice on all areas of family law, including Divorce, Child Custody, Paternity, and order enforcement cases. He brings extensive experience and a successful track record to every client and their unique and important case. Mr. Skipper always puts his client’s interest and goals first and believes this principle is nowhere more important than in the family law arena. “You have direct impact on people’s lives and happiness” he said,” “more so than any other area of law. Additionally, you always have to keep the children in mind.”
Mr. Skipper served as a court-appointed mediator for many years and draws on his experience to help his clients find solutions and avoid a courtroom battle whenever possible. “Mediation is a wonderful tool that is frequently successful at resolving issues the parties are unable to agree upon themselves,” he said. “I enjoy guiding my clients’ through the mediation process, but I am always careful to keep my clients’ goals in mind as we explore the various possible solutions to the issues that brought them to me in the first place.” If a trip to the courthouse is needed, He is the attorney to have by your side.
Mr. Skipper is well respected by both his peers and the Judiciary that he appears before, and has earned both a 10 "superb" rating by AVVO, as well as an "AV Preeminent" rating from Martindale-Hubble, a nationallly recognized peer review and rating system.
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27 years | 3,500 cases
42 years | 2,500 cases
$ 300-350 per hour
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Acquired: 1984
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9288 Huntington Square, North Richland HIlls, TX, 76182
31 Client Reviews
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Posted by Ron | March 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Absolutely hire Frank when you need an attorney
Frank is a brilliant and extremely knowledgable attorney. He will explain everything you will need to know during every step of the legal process. Frank brought two things to the table that made all the difference in the world. His knowledge of family law is without question, and he can explain th...
Posted by Jennifer | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amazing!
Had a child custody/support case that he helped me out with. I was a nervous wreck from day one, but he simply put all my fears at ease. He explained what to expect in great detail and walked me through everything so I understood the possibilities. Hiring him was the best choice I made and everything...
Posted by Rhonda Marshall | July 31, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Best of the Best! Brilliant Family Law Attorney
I honestly don't even know where to begin! I retained Frank P. Skipper for a complex divorce case where no children were involved. I had previously retained another Attorney to begin this process, back in 2013, and he just wasn't cutting it. Then I met Frank. I knew the minute I met him that he w...
Posted by Aaron | March 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Amazing
Skipper is amazing. I had a very nasty divorce with many false accusations made by my ex wife. He walked me through every step and kept me informed. Was amazing in court and was very well prepared. Not just an attorney but a true friend. His experience and professionalism is second to none. Doesn't s...
Posted by Barry | February 10, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent representation and knowledge
Frank Skipper has been helping me with both personal and business legal items for over two years. I first retained him to help in a custody and divorce issue which he resolved successfully. He laid out a plan to help me gain 50% custody of my children and then resolve my divorce with mediation. He...
"I have known Frank Skipper as a practicing attorney for over 25 years. He is very knowledgeable, competent and an excellent litigator. He is respected by the Judiciary and his fellow lawyers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is very reasonable to work with, all the while he zealously represents his client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Skipper is an accomplished family law attorney well respected by the Courts and Bar alike. He is an effective litigator and skilled mediator. He is reasonable to work with and always puts his client's best interest first. R. Keith Spencer, Attorney"
"I endorse this lawyer. He has been prepared and advocated for his client. He worked hard to find a resolution that was most beneficial to his client."
"Frank and I worked against each other on a family law matter. He was a very effective advocate for his client. If you need a divorce lawyer I recommend Frank Skipper."
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2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
AV, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1995
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005 - Present
Owner, The Law Offices of Frank P. Skipper
2013 - 2015
Attorney, The Wynne Law Firm
2000 - 2005
Partner, Gwinn & Roby
1986 - 2000
Partner, Godwin & Carlton, PC
1984 - 1986
Associate, Gandy Michener Swindle Whitaker & Pratt
Member
Member
Member
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
B.B.A.,
English