$ 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 anonymous | December 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Child custody case
We hired Frank back in July, and the experience was extremely disappointing. Frank met with my husband for the very first time just ONE hour before his court appearance, and it was clear he was completely unprepared. He was not professional, did not listen, and showed a serious lack of preparation. F...
Posted by Natasha | June 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thank you Frank !
I randomly called Frank in 2023 for a consultation. Did not hire him until 2025 when I realized it was not going to be an easy process being my only advocate with no legal experience. He not only corrected what I incorrectly completed. He saw the other attorney trying to bully and railroad me. A case...
Posted by Jason | October 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Highly efficient, seasoned, and professional
Frank handled my family law case with unexpected expertise and professionalism. From our initial phone conversation to our final case outcome, Frank was steadfast in his care for me, my family, and our financial future. I would highly recommend Mr. Skipper to anyone in need of an attorney who can hel...
Posted by Tara | February 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Attorney Review
Frank came highly recommended. During our first meeting, he helped ease my anxieties and reassured me I would get through this. During the initial consultation he stated his fees would not exceed the retainer but ended up costing me over five times that amount. He stated he was going to be very aggre...
Posted by Jeremy Imerese | April 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Review Frank Skipper
Frank Skipper is was the reason why my divorce proceedings were successful. Frank was always prepared and never misleading. Frank never told me what I wanted to hear which would have been easy. He told me what could happen and was always up front and honest. When I entered this situation, I expec...
"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