Patrick W. Upton

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Patrick W. Upton

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Family

109 N Post Oak Ln Ste 425, Houston, TX

About Patrick

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Patrick loves being a family law trial attorney. He loves helping people in their time of need and being the calm in their storm. He also loves protecting kids. His biggest passion (other than his family) is being in the courtroom. He has spent his legal career pursuing his passion. Patrick’s clients are comforted that no matter how complex or contested the issue Patrick has the skill and experience necessary to protect their interest.

19 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 18 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2007

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Koons Fuller, PC

109 N Post Oak Ln Ste 425, Houston, TX, 77024-7755

koonsfuller.com/attorneys/patrick-upton/

Online Presence

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Patrick W. Upton's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 19 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Sergio | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

KNOWLEDGEABLE, PROFESSIONAL AND EFFICIENT.

From our first meeting, Patrick was clear on explaining the options going forward with my case. Patrick was not only efficient, but was also empathetic and seemed to care about the wellbeing of my child. Wonderful experience working with Patrick and his team!

Posted by Alden Leonhart | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Professional and Confident

When Patrick Upton took my husbands case we had been previously represented and let down so many times. We were pointed in the direction of KoonsFuller and they appointed Patrick and his team to our case. It was like a breath of fresh air, we were treated with respect and we were able to have the con...fidence that we had previously lost. We were given realistic expectations and able to trust that Patrick was taking care of us. Susan and Roxanne kept us 100% in the loop and they made sure that we received everything in a timely manner. Patrick and Jennifer represented us in all aspects with confidence and strength. Patrick was able to help us get my daughter in a safe and healthy environment which is beyond priceless. We will forever be grateful for KoonsFuller and Patrick's team.

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Patience, Guidance, Results

Patrick's knowledge of family law, experience with high conflict cases involving custody, combined with his compassion, assertiveness, and attentiveness, set him apart from many other family law attorneys. He was able to get my children back a day after they were taken by my ex because of an improper...ly filed restraining order. Patrick saw past the untruthful reports by my ex, and saw me for the loving parent I am. He taught me how to communicate, cooperate, and co-parent without giving up my rights or positions on issues concerning my children. I am grateful for his patience with me, and his guidance through an otherwise awful experience.

Posted by Anthony | February 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Realistic and professional representation

Patrick Upton was always professional, level headed, and realistic while he represented me during my divorce. His paralegal, Susan, and assistant, Roxanne, were diligent and communicative on all matters. I appreciate their hard work and believe they represent KoonsFuller as best they can.

Posted by Lisa | February 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional Lawyer!

Patrick is an amazing family law attorney that I hired to handle my divorce. From the first meeting I knew he was someone special. To say he has gone above and beyond is an understatement! He and his staff, Susan and Roxanne, are the best things that could have happened to me during this difficult... time. I highly recommend KoonsFuller- Patrick Upton and the entire office.

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Patrick W. Upton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alex Hunt

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have working against Patrick on a case, and have worked with him on the same side. He is an extremely zealous advocate, that does not back down from a trial or contested matter. He is a knowledgeable litigator, and is someone you want on your team."

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Samuel Adamo

Family lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Patrick is an outstanding family attorney whom I have confidently referred high-level, complex cases to across the state of Texas."

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Herrick Sovany

Family lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I unequivocally recommend and endorse Pat Upton. I brought him in on a matter that was unorthodox to say the least. With the cards stacked against the clients, Pat managed the issues remarkably, was a couple of steps ahead of the other side, and had the matter resolved in half the time anyone would have ever expected. I tell my clients, friends, or anyone seeking a family law lawyer that Pat is the go-to-lawyer...and I have always had stellar feedback."

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Seaborn Eastland

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pat is a great guy who knows his stuff."

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Alex Hunt

Child custody lawyer

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Samuel Adamo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Herrick Sovany

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Client Champion Award - Platinum Level (top), Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top Lawyer, Houston Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2015

OUTSTANDING LEGAL ARTICLE- PUBLISHED IN HOUSTON LAWYER MAGAZINE, Houston Bar Association

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Koons Fuller Vanden Eykel & Robertson

2014 - 2014

Attorney, Nichols Law

2009 - 2014

Attorney, Upton Family Law

Associations

2017 - Present

Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists

Member

2013 - Present

Burta Rhoads Raborn Family Law Inn of Court

2007 - Present

Houston Bar Association

2007 - Present

Houston Young Lawyers Association

2007 - Present

State Bar of Texas

2007 - Present

Texas Family Law Foundation

Sample of Legal Cases

ARNOLD v. LEONARD, 273 S.W. 799 (Tex. 1925)

Since rents and revenues derived from the wife’s separate lands are entirely without the constitutional definition of the wife’s separate property, and since the Legislature can neither enlarge nor diminish

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Education

2007

St. Marys University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Texas A&M University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2014

Anatomy of a Family Law Case

Building a Practice through Court Appointments

2014

2013

Anatomy of a Family Law Case

Best practices of Amicus Ad Litem Appointments

2012

Beyond the Bench

Best Practices in Abuse and Neglect Cases

Publications

2014

Houston Lawyer Magazine “Late to the Game 3rd party standing in CPS cases”

Languages

English

Activity

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