Michael Patrick Delaney Jr

Michael Patrick Delaney Jr

also known as Michael P. Delaney-Delaney Law Firm

3.2
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 38 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family, Child Support

917 Franklin Street, Suite 320, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 38 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1987

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Houston Divorce Lawyer-Delaney Law Firm

917 Franklin Street, Suite 320, Houston, TX, 77002

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Michael Patrick Delaney Jr's Reviews

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3.2 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do not hire him/He knows how to abuse system/he take your money but will not work/ Run away /

I had a very negative experience with this attorney. He initiated contact with me after obtaining my information from a third-party lead service, but spoke in a way that made it seem as though I had already contacted him and that he knew my situation well. This was confusing and misleading from the s...tart. Before providing any written agreement or paperwork, he focused on collecting a $5,000 retainer. Communication was poor throughout the case. Just before a court hearing, I was told that unless I sent additional payment, he would not attend. After I paid, he appeared but then failed to inform me of the outcome and became unresponsive for days. He later withdrew from my case without proper notice. I never received a final bill, itemized accounting, refund, or my case file despite repeated requests by email and through my new attorney. Based on my experience, I strongly advise others to be cautious.

Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

DONT HIRE HIM! He will keep your money and not do the job!!

I am begging you NOT to hire him. He is basically taking people's money. He will NOT communicate. He will try to use legal jargon as to why he could not do something. Please dont be scared of him. File complaints with the State Bar of Texas: https://www.texasbar.com/

Posted by anonymous | November 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Don't hire

Don't how him. He won't do the work. He acts like he will do the work not he won't. He will keep your money

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BOO

terrible job. he bailed on my case just weeks before going to court because he "didn't have time" for it. feels very unprofessional to me. don't make a commitment to a client and then pull out at the last moment. wish i could give zero stars.

Posted by Chris | February 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

I have had the positive experience of working with Michael Delaney on two different cases. Once for my initial divorce and the other for an emergency injunction to remove my child from a dangerous situation. He was always available to discuss my concerns in a timely manner and did so in a professiona...l and concise manner. There were some very difficult decisions and choices that I needed to make and he presented me with the facts and let me make the best choice for my family. I would highly recommend Michael Delaney to anyone who needs a lawyer for family law.

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2023

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

2006

Top Family Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

1994

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

1990

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Owner, Houston Divorce Lawyer-Delaney Law Firm

Associations

1997 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1987 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1985 - Present

Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity

Member

Education

1987

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Houston

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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