Terisa G. Taylor

Terisa G. Taylor

4.3
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Family

917 Franklin Street, Suite 510, Houston, TX

About Terisa

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Divorce, Modification, Adoption, Child Support, Custody, Grandparents Rights, Mediation, Arbitration

30 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Terisa Taylor, P.C.

917 Franklin Street, Suite 510, Houston, TX, 77002-1764

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Terisa G. Taylor's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Real bulldog in court!

I normally don’t leave reviews but I’m speechless on the results that Mrs. Taylor got for me. She was a bulldog in court and got a father custody. Any child Custody battle is hard but she was able to get me custody of my son. I gave her a lot of paperwork and after her preparation she was able to tel...l me my story. I knew she cared as she went through everything I gave her. My first attorney cost me a lot of money 15k and still no results. I then was able to find Mrs Taylor through another attorney. When she read my court order she showed great concern due to the fact that it wasn’t written well and was very vague. My sons mother was violating the order and Mrs Taylor immediately filled enforcement actions. To my surprise she was able to get my sons mother found in contempt. We then filled for custody and a jury trial. She won me primary in the custody of my son. My court order was written by her firm and i can’t say how thankful I am for her professionalism. When I called I got answer in a fast professional manner. Her staff was always willing to make sure I knew what was happening. To the other comments I read yes this journey wasn’t cheap but was worth it as I have my son. Mrs Taylor was honest and upfront that she couldn’t guarantee anything but I can honestly say she left everything she had in that courtroom.

Posted by Brian | December 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Terisa is our HERO

Terisa started on my case in 2011 and won the custody case and all the other battles I had in front of her. She won this for my daughter in 2016! Being a dad is not easy, then to have a the wrong mother who could not stop partying and doing drugs and for a dad to win custody in the state of TEXAS ... is not an easy task! Terisa is the person for the job - she kept me informed and all my options on the table. She is a "bull dog" in the court room. She took names and make it happen for my little girl! Her team/staff is awesome! I would HIGHLY recommend Terisa to represent on what is right for your child! She will make it happen!

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2011 | Child Abuse

Mad Dog Attorney who truly cares about the kids!

We had hired another lawyer 3 years ago to represent us in my husband's custody case and were told in confidence that she was doing us NO FAVORS by someone frequently in the court system and familiar with our case. He recommended Terisa and she took things over, listened to what we truly wanted, and... turned things around. We got what we wanted at that time, but since then, my husband's ex-wife has become physically abusive and severely mentally abusive to my stepson. We called Terisa back immediately and she was on the case FAST! We'll be back in court soon for modifications and the ex has no clue what's about to hit her! (no pun intended) I cannot imagine being on the other side with Terisa as the opposing attorney. And I can't wait until we get to court! SHe's caring and respectful and classy and SMART!

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Beware - Run as fast as you can!

Terisa was assigned to me as an amicus for my children in a divorce case. She only met with my children for an hour. Every contact I made with her was never returned. Then after 3 years a few days before my case was to settle, she sent me a bill that was incorrect and demanded money immediately. I wo...uld never recommend her to my worst enemy.

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Terisa G. Taylor's Lawyer Endorsements

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Katy Stallings

Family lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer. Terisa is a fierce advocate and an absolutely amazing person. She truly goes above and beyond not only for her clients, but for the entire legal community of Harris County."

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Fran Brochstein

Family lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If I had a family law issue in Harris County, I would definitely call her for her wisdom & advice. Attorney Taylor is well respected in the Houston family law attorney community."

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Katy Stallings

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

2015

Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

2013

Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

2012

Houston's Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Lead Attorney, The Law Office of Terisa Taylor, P.C.

Associations

2002 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2002 - Present

Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists

Member

2002 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2003 - 2017

Burta Rhoads Raborn Family Law Inn of Court

Member

Education

1994

Thurgood Marshall School of Law

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

1994

Texas Southern University

Languages

English

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