Walter John Schouten Jr.

Walter John Schouten Jr.

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody

777 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 950, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 11 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2014

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Toombs Imel & Associates

777 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 950, Houston, TX, 77056

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Walter John Schouten Jr.'s Reviews

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13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brandon | January 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Changed my life!

Walter is an OUTSTANDING attorney! After spending six figures with another firm without achieving my most important custody or estate goals, I hired Walter as my appellate attorney, and he delivered a significantly better outcome. He is responsive, level-headed, and genuinely cares for his clients.... His exceptional knowledge of case law and expertise in navigating the nuances of the family court system truly set him apart. Genuinely, my child and I have a much brighter future thanks to Walter. Highly, highly recommended!

Posted by Libny | September 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Smart, honest, empathetic

Walter knows the law. He is aiding me in my appeal at thr appellate court level. I wish I could have had him for my trial and we likely would not be appealing.

Posted by Natash | February 26, 2019 | Family

Phone consult, meeting tomorrow

He called me after I had put in a request with some details about my case. He asked me what I wanted as my goal after I had explained everything over the phone, which took quite some time. Not once was he rude or try to rush me. He told me what the best thing to do would, that I hadn't even thought a...bout (and I've been obssessively reading in the family law books, legal practice procedures for a now). I'm meeting with him for the first time tomorrow. But I already know he's the attorney for my babies and me. After speaking with several different attorneys, the only one I feel confident enough to have high hopes of winning my case, is with him. I can't wait for this upcoming process to start. I'll review again when it's all over. But I don't believe there could be a better attorney for us!!!

Posted by Laura | December 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Organized, thorough, compassionate and excellent attorney!

I was referred to Walter by a family member and I feel so lucky to have had Walter as my attorney. He guided me through my divorce with honest, accurate, helpful and kind guidance. He never made me feel like like my questions were not important or like my case did not matter. He is truly a profess...ional and someone who makes you feel like you are his only client, when you know you are not! Kudos to Walter for being able to balance this dedication in this challenging field. I will refer any future family and friends who need his services, without a doubt! He’s one of a kind! Thank you so much Walter!

Posted by KM | July 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Currently working on my case

I contacted Walter on a weekend and he was all ears, and I don't think most lawyers make themselves available on the weekend. Walter has currently taken on my case involving a custody dispute and child support battle. After I informed him of my situation, he was very empathetic to what I am going thr...ough, but also very insightful into the laws regarding child custody and child support. I like that he is eager to help. I have a very challenging case where I moved out of state and he is helping me gather my facts and evidence so I can stay in my safe environment with my family. We haven't had the hearing yet, but I will be back to leave another review regarding the outcome of this case. I have all the trust in the world that Walter will help me win my case.

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2023

Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2022

Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2021

Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2020

Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2013

Pamela E. George Family Law Award, South Texas College of Law

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Attorney, Toombs Imel & Associates

2021 - 2022

Attorney, KoonsFuller Houston

2019 - 2021

Associate, Law Office of Robert S. Hoffman

2018 - 2019

Owner, Law Office of Walter J. Schouten, Jr.

2017 - 2018

Associate, KoonsFuller

2014 - 2017

Associate, Pavlas & Brown

Associations

2023 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified Attorney (Family Law)

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

Houston Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

University of Houston

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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