Paul Antonio Calzada

Paul Antonio Calzada

also known as Slate & Associates

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Family

1635 Dunlavy Street, Suite 250, Houston, TX

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Family Law, Child Custody, Child Support, Adoption, Domestic Violence, Divorce, Modification, Enforcement

22 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Slate & Associates

1635 Dunlavy Street, Suite 250, Houston, TX, 77006

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Paul Antonio Calzada's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2014 | Family

Personable and professional. Excellent in court.

Mr. Calzada was available by email and I could even call his cell phone. He talked to me like a real person. He spent the time to explain my case and walked me through what was needed from me and what to expect. His offices were that of a very expensive high end attorney, but he never talked down to ...me. I always felt at ease. When we finally went to court, he tore the other side to shreds. He was 100% at ease in court. It made me feel confident. I was VERY happy with my result. I strongly recommend him to anyone in need of a family attorney. Worth every penny.

Posted by Andy | May 17, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Competent and Dependable

I went through 2 laywers before i met Paul Calzada and i now i have been working with him for the past 4 years, from getting a court ordered name change for my oldest Daughter to advice regarding Divorce and Child Support. He's always been available to answer any questions in a timely and competent m...anner.

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Paul Antonio Calzada's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fiza Syed

Immigration lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Vinas

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Paul for over a decade. He has proven himself to be not only a very intelligent lawyer, but also a relentless fighter for a cause in which he believes. Paul is definitely someone you want on your side."

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Jason Luong

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"A great family law lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."

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James Evans

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Capitaine

Family lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an able and passionate lawyer who is a great advocate on behalf of clients going through a divorce."

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Peyton Peebles

Family lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul without hesitation. Paul has established himself in the Houston family law courts as a tough and thorough adversary. He makes wise decisions, never gives up, and always comes to the table prepared."

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Barbara Stalder

Child custody lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul and I are also friends since law school. Paul is a diligent lawyer who cares about his clients and advocates their interests in a professional and zealous manner. He is a skilled litigator as well as objective negotiator."

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Steven Shellist

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a hard working, conscientious, and extremely bright lawyer. He comes up with creative solutions that most lawyers don't think of. He is loyal to his clients and he will fight for them tooth and nail."

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Sean Mcalister

Family lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul was highly recommended by a fellow lawyer when he joined our firm. I have now had an opportunity to watch him interact with our family law clients on many occasions and understand why. He is knowledgeable, personable and has a unique ability to discuss legal solutions to family law issues in a way that anyone can easily understand. Despite his personable nature, he will stand firm and advocate his position in court and in doing so gets excellent results for his clients."

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Donna Bergen

Family lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a great attorney. He very knowledgeable and passionate about family law. Paul cares about his clients and effectively advocates for them. He is easy to talk to and personable."

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Michael Busby

Family lawyer

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Joseph Vinas

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patricia Segura

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Mcalister

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peyton Peebles

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Shellist

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christian Capitaine

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donna Bergen

Probate lawyer

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James Evans

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

2017

Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

2016

Top Lawyers, H Texas Magazine

2015

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2001

Student Leadership Award, ExxonMobil

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Senior Associate, Slate & Associates

2018 - 2019

Family Law Associate, Razavi Zand and Associates

2016 - 2018

Attorney, Garza & Associates

2015 - 2015

Attorney, Busby & Associates, PLLC

2013 - 2014

Attorney, Capitaine, Shellist, Peebles & McAlister

2006 - 2013

Owner, The Calzada Law Firm

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse

2004 - 2005

Owner, The Calzada Law Firm

2003 - 2004

Attorney, Calvert and Associates

Associations

2013 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Education

2003

University of Houston

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

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