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Biography
I was an Associate Family Law Judge in Galveston County for 17 years.
I am also a trained Family Law mediator.
I have practiced in Galveston, Harris and Brazoria counties for 30 years.
We give "no nonsense" advice and try to tell you the best legal strategy considering the financial and emotional cost to you
Former Family Law Associate Judge Judicial and Trial experience Certified Mediator
I have had seventeen years on the Bench hearing many different types of child custody disputes.
Obtaining Child Support or modifying a prior order paternity actions Child Support Enforcement
Contested and Uncontested Divorces and all family law matters. Protecting you, your children and your property rights
Protect your interests that you have BEFORE your marriage. Never too late to do a post marital agreement
Make sure who you want to inherit, will inherit from you. Handling all your probate and guardianship needs.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
Child Support
20%
Child Custody
15%
Marriage and Prenuptials
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2019 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 34 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Suzanne Schwab Radcliffe,PLLC
18333 Egret Bay Suite 110, Houston, TX, 77058
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Case Results (22)
Practice Area Knowledge (19)
Professionalism (15)
Responsiveness (14)
Recommendation (13)
Cost of Services (10)
Character & Conduct (9)
Communication Style (7)
Compassion (7)
General Knowledge (7)
Staff & Support (6)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Family
Posted by James | June 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great representation against an unscrupulous adversary
When I hired Suzanne for my child support modification, I was in a tough place. I had lost all assets and my ex's lawyer was very unscrupulous and unnecessarily adversarial. She was the third lawyer that I hired after two other lawyers were unable to prevent a very one-sided and unjust outcome to my...
Posted by Katherine | May 01, 2020 | Family
Professional and personable
Suzanne is a consummate professional. She has years of experience and a knowledge base that is formidable. I consulted with her on a family member’s divorce and she was exceedingly helpful - efficient, personable and thorough. I can’t recommend her highly enough!
Posted by Pamela | October 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Highly Qualified Professional
Suzanne represented me in a very complicated matter of family law. She was not only well qualified & aggressive, but she was always courteous & efficient. She is a busy woman, but her efficient & helpful staff were always available when she was not. Best of all, she got the job done! And even bette...
Posted by Heidi | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Help with enforcement petition
Suzanne worked with me to file an enforcement petition when my ex-husband refused to sign travel documents as well as hand over passports. I appreciated her help and would use her in the future.
Posted by Dennis | November 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family
Adjustment of Child Support
I hired Ms. Radcliffe to adjust child support for a "special needs" adult child due to my impending retirement. She successfully accomplished this goal exceeding my expectations. She communicated well with opposing counsel and with me taking the time to explain applicable law and strategies.
Suzanne Schwab-Radcliffe's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Suzanne for almost 20 years. I practiced in front of her when she presided over CPS cases in Galveston County, and since she has been in private practice, we have had cases against one another, worked together on cases, and I have worked as the mediator on a number of her cases. Suzanne is an honest, reasonable, hard working attorney who listens to her clients and does her best to balance client desires with realistic expectations. She cares about her clients and works hard to help them get the results they want without unnecessary expense. She is an attorney I would definitely recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Suzanne is smart, savvy and comfortable in the court room. She is very experienced and was a fantastic, well respected judge for many years in Galveston County. You are in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a fantastic lawyer and I have worked with her on family cases. She is very easy to work with which is unusual for family lawyers. We also went to law school together and she is one of our only class members who became a judge. She is an outstanding member of the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Suzanne is a zealous advocate who is competent and a well seasoned trial attorney. She is conscientous and attentive to her client's needs, and will work for the best outcome."
Lynn Messer
Family lawyer
Erin Groce
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
2016 National Advocates Top 100, National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Top 5% Most Honored Professionals, America's Professionals
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Citizen of the Year, NASWA
2004
Recognition by State for Outstanding Service to Texas Children, CPS
2000
Outstanding Service to Victims, Women's Resource and Crisis center
1995
Outsatnding Young Lawyer, Galveston County Bar Association
Work Experience
2006 - Present
owner, Law Office of Suzanne Schwab Radcliffe
1997 - 2014
Associate Judge, 306th District Court
1992 - 1997
Assistant District Attorney, Galveston County District Attorney Office
1991 - 1997
Chief of Family Law Division, Galveston Co. District Attorney's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
Burta Rhoads Raburn Family Law American Inns of CourtMember
2006 - Present
Galveston Co. National Adoption Day FoundationFounding Member
1998 - Present
College of the State Bar of Texasmember
1997 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
1995 - Present
Galveston Co. Child Advocacy CenterFounding Member
2012 - 2013
Texas Advisory Committee for Pyschotropic Drugs for ChildrenMember
2010 - 2013
Gulf Coast Big Brothers and SistersBoard Member
2002 - 2005
State Bar Child Abuse/neglect Task ForceBoard Member
1997 - 1998
Galveston County Family Law Bar AssociationSecretary
1994 - 1995
Galveston County Young Lawyers' AssociationPresident
1993 - 1996
Galveston Co. Child Abuse Task ForceFounding Member
1992 - 2006
Galveston County Young Lawyers' AssociationMember
1992 - 1993
Galveston County Young Lawyers' AssociationSecretary
1991 - 2004
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
Education
1991
St. Mary's University
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1988
Texas Christian University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Galveston County Bar Association
Ad Litem
2014
Child Welfare: Teaching/Training in New Millennium
Child Welfare Cases
2011
Galveston County Bar Association
Ad Litems for Children
2007
Justice of the Peace and Constable Assoc.
Protective Orders
2000
AHEC Conference
Family Violence
Publications
2008
Texas Family Code
"Obtaining Protrctive Orders"
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get my child’s passport without the father’s consent?
02 Apr 2020
Q&A
Step-parent Power of Attorney over Children
19 Oct 2015