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In Real Life I am blessed to be the devoted husband of one, father of four, grandfather of ten, and confidant of my trusty companion, Sammie, an energetic 5 year old Cocker Spaniel "rescue" who agrees with me on almost everything . Married to the former Joann Worley of Houston, Texas in 1956, I have spent my entire adult life in Houston except for sojourns to Texas A&M University for an education, and the University of Texas Law School to "learn a trade." Along the way I have been privileged to play college and semi professional baseball, sing with the Houston Grand Opera, ride tens of thousands of miles on a motorcycle deep into Mexico (long before motorcycles were cool), own a motorcycle dealership, conduct The Houston Symphony Orchestra, be a church choir director and bail bondsman, all while managing to persuade my bride of all these years to continue to be patient with me. This eclectic journey has taught me how truly unique each client, and that client's values, really are. Collaborative practice allows me to honor the uniqueness of each client, while serving as an advocate, counselor and guide during perilous times in their lives.
I believe that "the family" is the single most important entity in our culture, and in our time. I was drawn to family law because of its' potential to truly make a difference in the lives of individual clients and help strengthen that institution in direct and positive ways at the same time. This,to me, is an awesome opportunity to leave the world a little better than you found it, one family at a time.
I hope that 58 years of marriage, 53 years in the practice of law, and 30 consecutive years inclusion in Best Lawyers of America suggests that, God willing, I will be here when you need me, and can be counted on to provide thoughtful and understanding counsel as well as passionate advocacy for those things you feel are most important.
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Acquired: 1961
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13430 Northwest Freeway, Suite 270, Houston, TX, 77040
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Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Royall is an extremely knowledge and respected family law attorney. He helped my family in a messy custody suit. Because of his knowledge of family law in Texas, he made the awful experience as simple and peaceful as it could be. My family was always aware of the next step and how and when it wou...
Posted by William | September 3, 2015 | Hired Attorney
My divorce could have been a complete catastrophe for myself, my children, and my former spouse. Through Don Royall and my former spouse's attorney, there was a four-party collaborative divorce agreement. Although both my former spouse and I had strongly diverging feelings about the nature, circumsta...
Posted by Linda | January 8, 2015
We hired Don to represent us in an adoption case. We knew going into the process that it might be difficult, but had know idea what we were really in for. We were thankful to have Don in our corner to help us navigate all of the twists and turns that we came across. He has a true love for creating...
Posted by Ken | December 9, 2014
Ever heard of a lawyer with compassion and genuine concern for your interest? Neither did I until we hired him to handle a private adoption for us. Our case was very complicated and I honestly don't think any other lawyer could have done near as good of a job as Mr. Royall and his staff did. A 10 out...
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community. I endorse Don Royall without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Don Royall is my hero. A caring professional. He is a leader in alternative dispute resolution, including collaborative law, mediation and arbitration."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Don Royall for a number of years and look to him as a leader in the Collaborative Law movement in the State of Texas. He is innovative and always a thoughtful voice. Don is detail oriented and diligent in following through with his commitments. He understands family law as well as anyone in the State of Texas and is a great help and inspiration for other attorneys."
"Don is a "Hall of Fame" caliber family lawyer and additionally has been a pioneer in the field of Collaborative Law not only in Texas but nationally and internationally. His advice and wisdom are tempered by years of experience, an insightful intellect and a gentle humor."
"Don has been a leader in the field of family law for over 40 years as well in the fields of collaborative law, mediation and arbitration and in the field of adoption law. He is a brilliant technical lawyer and a wise counselor. Don is a speaker and teacher in faimly law at almost every course. Don's clients are alwasy well represented and, if they will listen, well advised."
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2015
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2014
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2013
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2011
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2010
Txas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2009
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2008
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2007
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2006
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2002
Hall of Legends, Family Law Section, State Bar of Texas
1999
Frank Evans Family Law Mediator of theYear, South Texas College of Law
1994
David Gibson Award for professionalism in Family Law, Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists
1991
Sam Emison Award for meritorius contributions to Family Law, Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
1984
Board Certified in Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1983
Best Lawyers in America, 1983-2014, Naifeh and Smith, Publishers
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Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
1983 - Present
President, The Royalls, PC
1967 - 1983
Partner, Fouts, Moore, Coleman and Royall
1964 - 1966
Staff Attorney, Phillips Petroleum Co
1961 - 1964
Owner, Donald R. Royall and Assocs.
2003 - Present
Collaborative Family Lawyers of HoustonChairman
2002 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2000 - Present
Family Law Inns of CourtMaster Emeritus
1999 - Present
American Academy of Adoption AttorneysFellow
1976 - Present
Gulf Coast Family Law SpecialistsMember and Past President
1973 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
2003 - 2007
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsBoard Member
2002 - 2010
Collaborative Law Institute of TexasVice President and Board Member
1977 - 2012
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1977 - 1979
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionFormer Chair
N/A
2012
Professionalism
2009
ABA Ethics opinion on Collaborative Law
2009
Family Law Then, Now, and in the Future
2007
Professionalism