Joel A. Nass

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Joel A. Nass

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 47 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials

24 Greenway, Suite 650, Houston, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Joel

Biography

Protecting Your Rights And Your Future. Over 40 years of award-winning family law experience. Contact Us Now.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Divorce Litigation, Collaborative Law, Mediation, and Arbitration - Complex Property & Real Estate Division - High Net-Worth Divorce - Business Owners & Professionals Divorce - Same Sex Marriage - Uncontested Divorce

48 years

50%
Child Custody 20%

- Child Custody - Child Support - Enforcement - International Kidnapping / Abduction by Parent

48 years

20%
Family 15%

Child Custody - Court Order Enforcement - Alimony & Spousal Mainanence - Adoption - Grandparents & Fathers Rights - Protective Orders & Restraining Orders - Relocation - Removal - Child & Family Investigations - Post Decree Modifications - Family Law Appeals

48 years

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 15%

Pre & Post Nuptial Agreements, Marriage Agreements

15%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 47 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1978

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law offices of Joel A. Nass

24 Greenway, Suite 650, Houston, TX, 77046

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Joel A. Nass's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kevin | July 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best !

Divorce is a very scary time, and while I was interviewing lawyers to represent me, I immediately felt at ease with Joel. He is extremely knowledgeable and experienced and was able to calm many of my fears. His explanation of what to expect, and what was realistic was spot on throughout the whole p...rocess. Over the course of my divorce I often joked with him that not only are you my attorney, but you're also my psychologist ! I cannot thank him enough for being thoroughly diligent, and more importantly a calming influence and friend throughout the whole process.

Posted by Ruth | May 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Lawyer with Integrity, who changed our Life for the Better

Joel was not my initial lawyer, but he is the one that created peace in our lives. I call him our guardian angel. When I filed for divorce, I did not expect the 7 years of litigation that would follow. After an 15 month custody battle that ended in a trial by jury, I was exhausted. While I won cust...ody of my child, I did not walk away feeling good about how my case was handled, or safe. When my Ex continued to come after me after the trial, I searched for a new lawyer, and was eventually referred to Joel. He was a blessing. I did not want a lawyer who wanted to beat my Ex down. I wanted a lawyer who would act with integrity, help protect my family, and help stop the chaos. After interviewing other lawyers who told me I needed to learn to "live with it", Joel said "I can help", and he did. I remember crying when I heard those words. I wanted help so much for my family. He gave me hope. After hiring Joel, I had two trials by bench, and numerous other court hearings. The trials came about, simply because I remarried. That is a material change, and my Ex pounced. He sued me for custody again. My Ex also started fabricating issues with our child, in order to win. Joel and his team, did a phenomenal job representing us. He did not create drama, as my first lawyer did, which only led to more ill feelings. He practiced the law. He helped us focus on doing the right thing to protect our family . I wish I could articulate how good he was. How well he knew the law, but I simply can't. Joel presented our case with truths, and facts. He was amazing in trial. Having been in court many times, and around many lawyers during these instances, I can now identify a good lawyer. After 5 days, my family was safe, our new decree air tight, and I was awarded all my attorney fees, and appellate fees.... should he appeal. Which he did, and lost as well. I am a professional woman, who was in a bad marriage, who wanted a better life for her child. I have years of experience in divorce litigation.... as the plaintiff. If you are looking for a lawyer who has integrity, knows the law, and truly cares about you as a person, hire Joel. I have sent others to him, and all have been happy with the results. I wish I had used him as my initial lawyer. The cost would have been well worth it. Joel is not only a great lawyer, he is a great person.........

Posted by Paul | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Always there to help me

Joel and his team are highly motivated to do the right thing for you. They place a high value on doing what is right, fair and work diligently for you to make that happen. Over the course of a decade I have continually worked with Joel and his team to make sure the matters of my divorce, and occas...ionally thereafter, the matters concerning the welfare of my custody with my children. In all situations matters were handled with the children's welfare as the top priority which I appreciate to this day.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Wouldn't reccommend

Seemed more interested in how much money he could make off my case, not what the best interest of children in divorce.

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Family lawyer | Jan 29

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"Joel Nass is an outstanding practitioner of Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody, and other family law work. He has many years of experience and continues to maintain his forward and inventive thinking when representing clients. Joel doesn't just know how it is done, he demonstrates to all how to do it. Successful and caring, Joel is the lawyer you would like to have by your side."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

N/A

Volunteer Lawyer of the Year, Houston Bar Foundation

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Joel Nass, P.C.

1995 - 2000

Owner, Nass & Brown, P.C.

1990 - 1995

Attorney, Jenkin & Gilchrist, P.C.

1985 - 1990

Attorney, Piro & Lilly, P.C.

1979 - 1985

Attorney, Law Firm of Andrew G. Shelby III, P.C.

Associations

1978 - Present

Family Law Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified

1978 - Present

Texas Bar Association

Member

1978 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

1978 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

1978 - Present

Texas Family Law Foundation

Member

1978 - Present

Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists

Past President

1978 - Present

Houston Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program

Past Chairman

1978 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

1978 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

1978 - Present

Houston Volunteer Lawyers Committee

Member

1978 - Present

Houston Bar Association Legal Lines

Member

Education

1978

South Texas College of Law

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

N/A

University of Florida

N/A

University of Houston

Speaking Engagements

N/A

The People's Law School

Lecturer at "The People's Law School"

N/A

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Lecturer on Family Law

N/A

Mock Trial Tournaments

Judge Mock Trial

Languages

English

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