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also known as Slate & Associates
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With offices in Houston, Deer Park, and Pearland, we serve all of the greater Houston, Galveston and Brazoria County areas, This Firm prides itself on offering clients dynamic legal representation for a fraction of the cost of most downtown firms. Dennis M. Slate and his staff of attorneys and paralegals have devoted their legal careers to handling complex Family law matters and defending families from false CPS allegations.
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State: Texas
Acquired: 2001
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Posted by Les | September 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Top Notch
My experience during one of the most difficult times in my life was nothing short of outstanding. Slate & Associates were very responsive, knowledgeable and handled all of my legal matters with the utmost importance. I was kept well informed and prepared for all depositions. The fees I paid were ...
Posted by Mac | September 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Simply Impressive
I've had several issues that Mr. Slate has helped me with, and this latest is no different. It's comforting to work with him and his team because you know everything is going to be alright. Very responsive. The direction he gives through the process and knowledge of the law is great, and it's reas...
Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse
Diligent, knowledgeable, caring family attorney!
Mr. Slate and his team helped my family during our time of great need. He was diligent, as was his team, and helped us get back on our feet. His knowledge of the issue is unmatched and he truly cares for his clients. His team was also great at helping us with different aspects of our case and always ...
Posted by Chris | February 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Immensely Impressive
Dennis and his associates were an absolutely impressive team of people. We were blindsided by a family member trying to seek custody of our child after my significant other had a horrifying incident. Mr. Slate and his team were always on hand in the drop of a hat to help us through this process. Whe...
Posted by Melissa | January 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Slate Law - A voice for our family
We needed a lawyer (and a good one) immediately after CPS unlawfully took our kids from us. Dennis went above and beyond for us. He stayed late and worked QUICKLY to ensure our kids were removed from foster care and placed with family. After our kids were secure, Dennis and his team worked double tim...
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. slate was appointed as the mediator in one of my cases. He was very knowledgeable and helped to resolve a case that had drug on for over a year."
"Dennis is a patriot and an excellent criminal defense lawyer. He served our country in the military. He has also served the community as a municipal judge, and he ran for county criminal court judge in 2010. He is a tough defense lawyer in the courtroom. Any defendant would be fortunate to have him as their defense attorney. I endorse Dennis and highly recommend him."
"He is a very good lawyer with a high energy level. I was amazed when he got such a high award against CPS. He is highly respected in the legal community"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Dennis is a tremendous asset to our legal community and will hopefully be part of our judiciary in the coming elections."
"I endorse this lawyer's work... I have referred several matters to Dennis Slate, and he has handled them all with professionalism. I always get good feedback from the clients I refer to him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Dennis is an expert in both family law and criminal law matters. I have referred many cases of these types to him and the clients have called to thank me for the referral and have complimented his skill."
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2016
Top Houston Family Attorney, H Texas Magazine
2014
Top Family Lawyers in Houston, Houstonia Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2013
Top Family Lawyers in Houston, Houstonia Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2010
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2007
Top Houston Family Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2006
Top Houston Family Lawyer, H Texas Magazine
2000
Best Advocate Award, William Daniel National trial Competition
2000
Best Speaker, Hippard Trial Competition
2008 - Present
Associate Judge, City of Pearland
2001 - Present
Owner, Slate & Associates, Attorneys at Law
2009 - 2013
Associate Judge, City of Houston
2015 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsMember
2015 - Present
Gulf Coast Family Law SpecialistsMember
2008 - Present
American Association for Justice (Association of Trial Lawyers of America), Family Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
Texas Municipal Courts Association
2006 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationEqual Access to Justice Committee
2006 - Present
Harris County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Texas Family Law FoundationMember
2005 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Houston Fit Marathon Training ProgramAssistant Coach
2002 - Present
Texas Aggie Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Pasadena Bar AssociationImmediate Past President
Ex-wife found liable for libel and slander and ordered to pay damages of $2.1 Million.
CPS ordered to immediately return children and sanctioned $32,000
2000
Juris Doctrate
1997
Bachelor of Science
2015
Military Pension Division in Texas
2007
Family Law Legal Update
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