A friend of mine recommended Hal after my friend went through a tough divorce with joint custody. I expected a difficult joint custody battle and wanted a lawyer who was willing to fight. Hal was always very knowledgeable, direct, professional, and polite. He politely but directly let me know exactly why some of the things I wanted were inconsistent with Texas law. He also set expectations of mediation and if we had to go to court. Hal's ability to read people is even greater than his knowledge of the law. He was up front and honest about billing and everything went as we initially discussed. Hal and his team were very fair and accurate with the billing. When I contacted them they always answered my questions directly and did not keep me on the phone longer than I was willing to talk and they never contacted me unless it was necessary. When I asked Hal about opposing counsel he answered me honestly of their abilities, helping to set expectations. Due to Hal's advice, ability to read and accommodate me, the outcome was favorable to myself and child. I will use him in the future, if necessary.
After a free consultation, Mr. Hale quickly formulated a plan to protect the best interests of my children and myself. Mr. Hale was aggressive, very strategic and extremely knowledgeable in his field. After numerous hearings, Mr. Hale was able to hand over several losses to the opposing counsel. Mr. Hale is an outstanding attorney and I would recommend him to any person needing assistance in family law. You will not be disappointed.
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Professional, knowledgeable, and direct
A friend of mine recommended Hal after my friend went through a tough divorce with joint custody. I expected a difficult joint custody battle and wanted a lawyer who was willing to fight. Hal was always very knowledgeable, direct, professional, and polite. He politely but directly let me know exactly why some of the things I wanted were inconsistent with Texas law. He also set expectations of mediation and if we had to go to court. Hal's ability to read people is even greater than his knowledge of the law. He was up front and honest about billing and everything went as we initially discussed. Hal and his team were very fair and accurate with the billing. When I contacted them they always answered my questions directly and did not keep me on the phone longer than I was willing to talk and they never contacted me unless it was necessary. When I asked Hal about opposing counsel he answered me honestly of their abilities, helping to set expectations. Due to Hal's advice, ability to read and accommodate me, the outcome was favorable to myself and child. I will use him in the future, if necessary.
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Posted by Trebor | November 3, 2022
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An Amazing Attorney to work with.
After a free consultation, Mr. Hale quickly formulated a plan to protect the best interests of my children and myself. Mr. Hale was aggressive, very strategic and extremely knowledgeable in his field. After numerous hearings, Mr. Hale was able to hand over several losses to the opposing counsel. Mr. Hale is an outstanding attorney and I would recommend him to any person needing assistance in family law. You will not be disappointed.
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Posted by Lorna | August 28, 2020
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So Very Fortunate To Have Found Mr. Hal Hale. His Humanity Matches His Legal Expertise. Couldn't Of Made It Through Without Him
When first I sought legal representation for my divorce, I was scared and had virtually no hope that I could find someone adequately equipped to deal with my particularly complex case. Mr. Hale quickly assuaged my fears and removed any doubt with his self-assuredness, compassion, swift and accurate evaluation of a very tangled and torturous situation, and with his resoluteness. It was clear that Mr. Hale not only possesses legal expertise; he also possesses a keen understanding of the intricate psychological dynamics which accompany the divorce process as well as an uncommon kindness. I left that initial consultation feeling a sense of relief and hope,and even some empowerment.
Mr. Hale's communication skills are excellent. He is highly articulate and never fails to truly listen. Moreover, he does so with the utmost of patience and respect. I cannot overstate how much I appreciate that. Also, Mr. Hale is always willing to answer questions and address any and all concerns. He has never once rushed me along because of a busy schedule. Mr. Hale's excellent communication skills did not extend only to me. He has been more than proficient in dealing with opposing counsel and has fought aggressively, in an appropriate manner, and tirelessly on my behalf.
Mr. Hale exercises careful and critical thought before arriving at any given conclusion or rendering any necessary judgment or corresponding plan of action. So often, I would bombard him with massive quantities of information and/or far too wordy communications. Whereas I, more often than not, felt overwhelmed with all the information and struggled to determine what was necessary, Mr. Hale had a remarkable ability to filter through it all and pull out the most salient pieces. His analytical skills truly amaze me. How anyone can absorb such large quantities of information is difficult for me to comprehend.
I admire Mr. Hale greatly. for not only is he exceptionally bright and extremely talented at what he does, he is a man of unequalled integrity whom provided me limitless support, encouragement, and compassion throughout the most difficult time of my entire life.
I do not possess words sufficient to express the depth of my gratitude for Mr. Hal Hale and his single-minded dedication to me as a client and as an human being. Nor, can I recommend such an exceptional man highly enough. No individual could not consider themselves extremely fortunate to have this great man as one's attorney or as one's friend.
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Posted by anonymous | December 2, 2019
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Knowledgeable and Easy to Work With
Hal was great to work with! He was quick, responsive, and knowledgeable. Divorce is a stress full time and having a trusted resource to guide me through the process made it much easier. I highly recommend Hal if you are considering or going through a divorce.
Posted by ac | April 19, 2019
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Daring and Aggressive Attorney
Mr. Hal Hale was court appointed Amicus Attorney in my divorce and child custody case. He is remarkably honest, sharp, analytical and to the point attorney. When you meet him, you will find that he speaks less but listens and evaluates more. He is rational and intelligent. He prepares very well for his cases and present himself in a daring and super aggressive manner in the court room which you can’t predict during your meetings with him. Although, there were so many ups and down in my case but I really appreciate that Mr. Hale was fair to all the parties and at the same time, he was thinking only the best outcome for my children whom he was appointed to represent by the court.
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Posted by John | December 14, 2018
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A perfect anchor for your legal needs
The roller coaster of events you experience when you go through legal action can be daunting for anyone. This is particularly true when events and proceedings may dramatically effect you financially or impact the well being of the ones you love the most. Hal Hale quickly grasped my situation, separated what was meaningful from the noise, and built a relationship that calmed my fears in a manner which allowed me to focus on what mattered. Hal made sure I understood the legal process, timing of events and the considerations I could impact vs. those driven by background law. At all times I felt educated and comfortable with the ability to influence decision making while having an anchor of sound legal advice at my side. When necessary, I received direction that cut through emotion and protected my future and that of my loved ones. Additionally, I appreciated that Hal understood the importance of working with the other parties for the benefit of the family as a whole. In the unfortunate circumstance a personal friend would need a family attorney, I would not hesitate to recommend Hal Hale.
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Posted by Mark | February 28, 2018
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Client
Hal Hale and team has been a continued hired advocate for me and my family since 2015.
Hal draws a realistic and customized strategy to approach your case based off facts, what to expect from the system and an accountable fee structure based on a timeline that makes sure your costs do not run wild, nor takes advantage of you when you have emotionally committed to defending life's most precious gift, your family and kids.
Hal is the type of person, not just an attorney you want to hire, but rather the person you want to be in your corner as he continually fights for your rights.
Hal and his entire team's key component like in family is their communication, which is prompt and diverse in many forms to make sure you are always informed of the latest updates or if they are needing feedback to accomplish another task.
In addition, Hal establishes a continued presence upfront and throughout the case which leads to a more cohesive relationship to accomplish both our objectives and you the client never feeling in the dark.
Hal extensively preps in collaboration with yourself in the beginning to accomplish his ability to maneuver in your best interests; therefore Hal nor you end up having to react to something in the case. Hal is accountable, "skin the game" no non-sense approach, and yes sympathetic, a rare trait, if you find yourself faced with having to possibly defend from repeated unmitigated selfness and greed.
Hal and the overall team takes pride in providing a voice for your family and defending kids, Hal furthers this notion and sympathy as an amicus.
I would recommend Hal and his team regarding representation of any family matters.
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Posted by Megan Elizabeth | February 28, 2018
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My Hero
Mr Hale and his associates have beyond exceeded my expectations. He is kind and attentive. He listened to every single one of my concerns and listened when I cried in his office. He was patient and gave truly wonderful advice. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone who asked me. He made me feel like family and took my daughter's and my needs and made them happen. I won't go anywhere else. He is incredible. He handled my case with speed and care. He was professional and had advice every time I needed it. 20/10 top performance.
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Posted by Sean | January 29, 2018
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Fantastic Divorce Lawyer
I leveraged Hal based on referral from a friend and it was a fantastic experience. Hal was really good at giving me frank and candid feedback. He always gave me options and the pros and cons for each approach. When meeting with my wife's lawyer he was extremely diplomatic and the feedback I got from my wife afterwards was "Wow you have a really good lawyer!". Finally, his pricing ended up being very fair and I was extremely happy with the overall results. My goal for these divorce proceedings was to make sure both parties walked away feeling they got a fair deal and we were able to achieve that goal. Hal was able to put me in a position to successfully co-parent going forward and that is as good as it gets when it comes to divorce!
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Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2017
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Exceptional Attorney, Extraordinary Person
Hal has guided me through several very difficult, stressful legal matters. His abilities of negotiating, reasoning, and critical thinking are second to none - he will determine the best options/solutions for the situation and pursue them by all available means. I am so blessed to have such a dedicated attorney who genuinely cares for his clients fighting for me. I would highly recommend him to anyone dealing with issues of family law.
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Posted by Adele | December 5, 2016
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Exceptional Attorney
Hal is a very straightforward attorney. He will not just tell you what you want to hear to get your case and money. I felt well represented and consulted by him. He is considerate of your situation, as some can be delicate and emotional. I would consider Hal a friend and highly recommend Hal Hale to anyone.
Posted by George | January 9, 2016
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Five Stars
Hal Hale represented my daughter in her divorce. We could not have hired a better lawyer to handle her situation. The opposing attorney seemed to be overly invested emotionally in this case resulting in a high level of drama. Hal guided my daughter through very rough waters and the case settled. Hal knows his business well, speaks forthrightly and is sensitive to his clients' needs. I have the highest regard for this man and his skills and give him the highest recommendation.
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Posted by anonymous | January 8, 2016
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Fantastic attorney and fighter!
My experience with Mr. Hale rates him at the top of the list for choices when it comes to arriving at an attorney. Mr. Hal was always available to me day or night and helped me think logically through this process. He was very to the point and did not sugar coat any of my mistakes. Many times I doubted whether I should continue the fight or just settle in order to not lose my kids. He made it possible for myself and my children to have a fantastic future. Mr. Hal started as my attorney and now I consider him a friend.
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Posted by Laura Smith | June 15, 2015
Hal D. Hale is an outstanding attorney!!
Hal Hale represented me in a custody case against my ex-husband. My ex-husband was seeking custody of my two daughters who are 3 and 6 years old. As you can imagine, to go through litigation is a very stressful experience and as the average citizen I knew very little about how the legal process worked. My case was decided by a jury and I am so thankful that I was able to keep my girls.
Hal is an AMAZING lawyer that exercises his profession with a high degree of excellence. I will describe Hal as a tenacious and aggressive lawyer. I use the word aggressive in a very positive way because Hal will fight for your interests with leadership and with very high ethical standards.
Something that I appreciate about Hal is his honesty. He is not the type of lawyer that will tell you the story that you want to hear to gain your business. Hal will work with you to analyze your situation, very clearly outline the strengths and weaknesses of your case, and recommend different courses of action to minimize any risk. Hal knows the law very well so you can rest assured that you will be making informative decisions.
Hal is very passionate about his job and truly cares about you as a client. Hal has a perfect mix of being an outstanding and knowledgeable lawyer and the type of human being that really cares about you and your family. To hire Hal has been the best decision I have ever made and I will always thank God for meeting him. When we won our case, to see tears in Hals eyes really tells the story of how much he cared about me and my girls. He did a phenomenal job on trial and his cross-examination to my ex-husband was absolutely brilliant.
I highly recommend Hal. Please spend the time to hire the right lawyer for your case. Lawyers are a decisive factor for maximizing your chances of winning.
Hal is not only my lawyer for life but also a friend for a life.
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Posted by Stephanie | July 13, 2012
Stephanie
Hal Hale has represented me in two cases. Business and personal, both with a positive outcome. He is very professional and a great lawyer . He is personable , he listens well and always calls you and keeps you well informed with your case. Hal is honest and very knowledgable of the law. He has a likeable personality and also can be very aggressive when needed. I would highly recommend him and will certainly hire him again .
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Posted by Trey | February 10, 2012
Top Notch, exactly what I wanted
Hal represented me during my divorce and I was very glad I chose him after meeting two other attorneys. I was impressed with how attentive he was and how he actively listened to me every time we met. He knew the names of my children and the important points I would want an attorney to remember. Hal was focused on what I wanted to achieve and he advised me very well. In fact had I not taken his advice at several points during the divorce, I would be in much worse shape financially and with regards to my possession of my kids. Some attorneys have a bad stereotype, and I know from experience that Hal is the professional I would recommend to anyone seeking such counsel. In fact Hal is representing a good friend of mine right now that I referred. I hope I don't need another attorney ever again, but Hal will be my first phone call. THANK YOU HAL!!!
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Posted by Christopher | February 10, 2012
Hal is the best!!
Hal is a lawyer of incredible skill. When we went to court, it was clear that the lawyers and the judge had the highest respect for him. He was recommended to me by a friend and I'm so happy that he agreed to be my lawyer.
Posted by Dena | April 26, 2011
The Best Lawyer Ever!
Hal Hale is the best attorney ever! Hal is not only knowledgeable about your legal matters but he cares about you as a person. He returns e-mails and phone calls in a timely manner and he moves quickly to resolve your case. He was referred to as "a bull dog" and "cut throat" by my now ex-spouse. Isn't that why you hire a lawyer, to defend you when you are in need? Don't you want someone aggressive who will fight for you and defend you? I refer Hal Hale to everyone I know and if I ever need attorney services in the future, Hal will be the first one I call!
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Posted by John | November 24, 2010
This is the Lawyer you want in court with you!
When I was in need of a lawyer to handle my divorce I was given three family law recommendations by an outside counsel in another discipline that I had worked with. When I selected the best choice for me from the three recommendation, I met that lawyer and they indicated there was an even better choice for me to handle my case, and that referral from one lawyer to another was to Hal Hale. I could not have had a better referral. Hal is the lawyer you want in court with you. From our first meeting and strategy planning I knew I was with the right lawyer. Hal is extremely knowledgeable and has an appropriate amount of timely assertiveness that has proven to be very effective. Hal demonstrates great control and is passionate about his work. I highly recommend Hal Hale.
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Posted by Michael | August 17, 2010
Hal D. Hale
Mr. Hale handled my injury lawsuit and I want to highly recommend him. He was my second attorney (I fired the first one) and he got me more money than I ever thought possible...much more than the first attorney told me I could get. He was very nice to me and my family, but he was very mean to the man who caused my injury.
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Litigation Attorney | Jul 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Hal and I have worked together on a number of matters over the years. He is an excellent attorney and also someone I am proud to call a friend. Hal aggressively advocates on behalf of his clients. He thinks strategically about his cases - doesn't just work them up by rote. Consequently, he is able to position his cases for very favorable resolutions on behalf of his clients. I whole-heartedly endorse him."
Litigation Attorney | Dec 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. His litigation skills will benefit any client. He will also listen to his clients in order to determine the best course of action and offer creative solutions."
Family Attorney | Aug 13
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Hal is a great attonrey. His knowledge of family law is supberb. Hal advocates strongly and zealously for his clients and will not accept a settlement that is not in his client's best interest. He is a tremendous litigator!"
Family Attorney | Aug 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"When I need to refer a family law case, Hal is at the top of my list. He provides excellent knowledge of the law, clear strategy and effective tactics, and extremely reasonable pricing. Hal's experience and efficient methods have made him my "go-to" lawyer for family law cases. I do not hesitate to refer my family, friends or important clients to Hal when they need a skilled family law lawyer."
Litigation Attorney | Jul 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Hal & I have collaborated successfully in the past, and I look forward to doing so again inthe future. I've had a first-hand opportunity to view Hal in action, and I can testify that he has excellent instincts and insights, with more depth than one would expect from his youthful appearance. And Hal is incredibly tenacious and focused, yet consistently professional and polite. This combination makes a powerful impression -- and a very daunting one for Hal's opponents!"
Litigation Attorney | Nov 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've known Hal for 8 years and I know how he treats clients and works his cases. He's thorough and responsive and aggressive, all the traits someone wants and needs in a litigator. I recommend him without reservation."