$ 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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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
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Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Custody Case
I can not say enough about Julia and Jennifer. My custody case spanned 3 states and almost 2 years. They are a great team. The one thing I appreciated the most was that neither one of them EVER forgot there was a child involved and the child's best interest was at the forefront. Julia is very kno...
Posted by Rachel | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
A Lawyer You Can Trust
Hardworking. Dependable. Relentless. These are all words that come to mind when I think of Julia. She has always been honest and up front with me. She works long hours, stays late, and is only an email away. She's there when you need her and she follows through. I'm so thankful I found her. She's wor...
Posted by Mona | August 01, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Cared About Me
Julia handled my divorce after a 30+ marriage. She was very responsive to my many phone calls and emails (I was probably a little too bothersome); she kept me apprised of what was going on with opposing counsel (or lack of opposing counsel's work); she referred me to another attorney for another mat...
"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
English
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