Brandi Michelle Michaelis Underwood

Brandi Michelle Michaelis Underwood

also known as Brandi Underwood, Brandi Michaelis

4.8
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Aubrey, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Juvenile ... +2 more

P.O. Box 71, Aubrey, TX

About Brandi

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 45%

I represent clients in divorce, child custody, child support, SAPCR, modification, enforcement, CPS, adoption and termination, and other family law matters.

19 years

45%
Criminal Defense 20%

Represent clients in defense of all criminal charges including DWI, Assault FV, Theft, Forgery, Possession of Marijuana/CS, Credit Card Abuse, Public Intoxication, and others. Assist you with expunctions and non-disclosures.

19 years

20%
Juvenile Law 15%

Represent minor clients facing criminal charges including assault, burglary, criminal mischief, possession of marijuana/controlled substance, organized criminal activity, theft, ecta. Assistance with non-suits, deferred, and sealing.

19 years

15%
Probate 10%

Provide simple estate planning services including document preparation and execution. Represent clients in probate and guardianship matters.

19 years

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Traffic citations including speeding and other moving viol., DWLI, possession of drug paraphernalia, public intox., minor in poss., failure to maintain financial resp., ecta. Assist in driver's license restoration, occupational driver's lic.

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 18 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2007

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Underwood Law Office

P.O. Box 71, Aubrey, TX, 76227

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Brandi Michelle Michaelis Underwood's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Leon | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Extremely knowledgeable and professional!

Brandi was an excellent attorney to have represented me! A simple child support case ballooned into a two year fiasco, and Brandi was there for me! Her competent skills and knowledge helped keep me calm and composed throughout the case. Her insight into family law, and willingness to dig deeper, was ...much appreciated. She kept me informed with each step of the process. Was sometimes a little difficult to get in touch with, but always replied to all of my communications. I highly recommend her services to anyone! I would definitely use her legal services in the future if needed!

Posted by vickie | September 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Juvenile case

WE have gone back and forth with my child on several occasions and Brandi has always kept in touch made it so both my child and I understand exactly what is being done while also giving us best and worse case outcomes. Her fees are fair and shes willing to work with you to make it a smooth process. I... would recommend her to anyone needing a juvenile lawyer.

Posted by Daniel | January 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Great Work!

Brandi did an excellent job with my uncontested divorce. Not only was she inexpensive, she clearly explained the process and ensured that all my questions were answered. She was very responsive when it came to my emails and/our phone calls. I was so pleased with her work I referred her to a friend fo...r representation on another matter and she was hired. Great work, Brandi!

Posted by Allen | July 02, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Client Review

I had to hire an attorney to file for divorce. I was given options in my area and after a lot of research decided to call Brandi for my case. After meeting for the first consultation I felt like I had made a sound decision for my legal representation. Through the proceedings I always knew what to ...expect, and was kept well informed. Although not everything goes the way you want it too, or you may not agree with a specific recommnedation, I was prepared for all the possible outcomes so that there was never a surpirse. I feel that Brandi has a great understanding of the laws and I have already recommended her to represent someone I know.

Posted by Michele | July 01, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Custody Case Resolved Successfully by Brandi Underwood

Brandi and her staff were very informative, and helpful to know what was going to happen. The timeline was very clear, and scheduling was kept promptly. Details about the court hearing were very direct, and effective. I was sure of what I was saying, and what my intent in the hearing was. This wa...s a very successful legal closure, with substantial legal advise and suggestions. Thank you for all you do Brandi! Thank you for having such a great friendly understanding and successful TEAM staff.

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Brandi Michelle Michaelis Underwood's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brent Hill

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very professional and a caring person."

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Robert von Dohlen

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brandi. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Dina Steele

Family lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Brandi Underwood for several years now. She is a smart and compassionate attorney. Her understanding of the law is solid and she takes a very no-nonsense approach. She is also very involved with the Collin and Denton County Bar Associations, which has allowed her to develop a very good relationship with the local judges."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Underwood Law Office

2011 - 2014

Associate, The Rachel Firm

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Underwood Law Office

2008 - 2009

Associate, J. E. Brownlee & Associates

2007 - 2008

Associate, Stephen Wohr & Associates

Associations

2014 - Present

Collin County Bar Association Mock Trial Committee

Member - Judge

2014 - Present

Denton County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Vice President

2013 - Present

Denton County Bench Bar Committee

Decorations Chair

2013 - 2014

State Bar College

Member

2011 - 2014

Collin County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2009 - 2014

Denton County Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2014

Denton County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2006

Texas A&M University School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2003

St Mary's University of San Antonio

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Denton County Bench Bar

Mental Health Court Program

Languages

English

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