$ 125-390 per hour
also known as Kerestine Law
I was born in Denton. Texas but have lived from the east to the west coast; I enjoy all of our United States and have travelled to all but 3 of them. I have offices in Denton and Flower Mound, Texas and I am licensed to practice law in Texas, Georgia and Colorado.
I have worked in large firms and small and in academia. I currently serve clients at Kerestine Law Firm where we provide individual and customized solutoins for families facing divorce and other family issues. Below is a summary of law practice experience:
As a mediator I have mediated over 1500 civil disputes to resolution.
As a practicing attorney we provide experienced legal representation when it Matters Most:
Divorce
Child Custody and Visitation
Child Support
Property Division including Personal and Real Property, Retirement Benefits, 401k's, Pensions, and Business Interests
Post Divorce Modification
Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
Collaborative Law
Civil and Family Law Mediation
Guardianships
Adult and Elder Law Mediation
$ 125-390 per hour
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Chat withState: Texas
Acquired: 1989
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State: Georgia
Acquired: 1984
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State: Colorado
Acquired: 1987
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830 South Interstate 35 E, Denton, TX, 76205
20 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Patricia | October 09, 2023 | Divorce & Separation
Amazing Compassion and Knowledge
I certainly see why your have a 5-Star rating - your deserve it! In a time where lawyers are in it for the money and seem to NOT have or even take any time to care, you delivered so much compassion during a very difficult family time. Your knowledge and very informative structure of what was requir...
Posted by Derek | September 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Smart, tough, thorough and compassionate family law firm
Julie and Jennifer did a tremendous job guiding and protecting me, in a divorce case involving children. I did not want or expect my wife to file for divorce, so I was left reeling and not thinking clearly. Julia and Jennifer worked hard to explain and guide me through the complexities of Texas fam...
Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional and Experienced, With a Great Support Staff
I hired Ms. Julia Kerestine to represent me in a contentious divorce and child custody. Julia's behavior through this process was professional and no nonsense. The were multiple unique aspects of this divorce that Julia and her staff handled in a way that protected me and my interests. Julia saved...
Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family
A Professional Who Actually Cares
Attorneys get paid to navigate a client through the legal maze of a court case. Julia has not only done that for us during this most trying time of our lives, but she also cares about what happens to us and has been there to defend us relentlessly. What she has done to guide and support us outside ...
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
The Best!
I had a divorce/custody battle, and I have to say Mrs. Kerestine took time to explain, educate, and keep us informed in every step of the way. More importantly, she listened and heard me. Represented my case very well with a one hundred percent satisfactory result! Let's not forget, she is very rea...
"I am an attorney practicing matrimonial and family law in New York State. I consulted with Ms. Keristine regarding Texas matrimonial law. She was clearly knowledgeable and experienced with the subject. She was both friendly and professional, and exceedingly gracious with her time. I would not hesitate to recommend Ms. Keristine to individuals seeking a matrimonial/family law attorney in Denton County."
"I worked with Ms. Kerestine on a case with extremely difficult facts. She took time understand the complexities of the case and assisted each side in understanding the risks of proceeding to court. Ms. Kerestine did an outstanding job in getting the case settled, which saved my client the difficulty and expense of going to court."
"Julia is a wonderful mediator. I have used her services on several occasions in high conflict cases. Julia did a wonderful job of calming the parties when emotions ran high and ultimately resolving the issues without having to take the case to trial. I highly recommend Julia Kerestine."
"I have known Julia for a number of years on a personal and professional level. Julia is an excellent attorney and mediator. She is active in the legal community and works hard for her clients. I highly recommend her."
"I've had occasion to work with Julia on a number of matters. I've also attended mediation trainings that she has lead. She is an excellent attorney who truly cares about her clients and their cases. She brings a lot of experience to the table and I think she would be an asset to any client who hired her."
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2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Member of the Year 2010, Denton County Bar Association
2010
Mediator of Distinction, Texas Mediator Credentialing Association
2009
Member of the Year, Denton County Bar Association
2014 - 2016
Adjunct Professor, Texas Woman's University
2011 - 2016
Principal, Kerestine Law Firm
2010 - 2011
Attorney, Koons Fuller Vanden Eykel & Robertson
2006 - 2011
Volunteer Mediator, Denton County ADR Program
2006 - 2009
Owner, Kerestine Law/ Expert ADR
2004 - 2006
Director of Mediation Services, University of California, Davis
1997 - 2004
Mediator, JAMS
2014 - Present
Denton County Bar AssociationOfficer
2011 - Present
Denton County Bar AssociationCLE Director
2009 - Present
Denton County Collaborative ProfessionalsAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Collaborative Law Institute of TexasAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Denton County Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2009 - Present
State Bar of Texas CollegeMember
2007 - Present
Texas Bar Association - Family Law and ADR SectionsMember
2006 - Present
Denton County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
Texas Family Law FoundationLegislative Committee
2010 - 2015
Denton County Bar AssociationDirector
2009 - 2011
Texas Association of MediatorsMember
2009 - 2009
Denton County Collaborative ProfessionalsBoard of Directors
Resolved
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
2010
Advanced Family Law Mediation Training
2011
2009
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