Denise Guajardo Khoury

Denise Guajardo Khoury

also known as Kutty Guajardo Khoury Family Law, PLLC

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 20 years

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

7700 San Felipe St., Suite 505, Houston, TX

About Denise

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 55%

Focusing in all areas of Family Law, including the specialized area of Collaborative Law (a personalized & private approach to property division or child-related matters outside of the courtroom & public eye), Pre-Marital Agreements, Gender-Marker Changes, International (HAGUE) and Interstate (UCCJEA) custody or child support (UIFSA) disputes; Providing services in both English- and Spanish-speaking clients.

23 years

55%
Child Custody 15%

Child Custody Matters: International Hague claims; UCCJEA Interstate disputes; Collaborative Agreement - non-traditional custody agreements.

21 years

15%
Mediation 5%

Mediating in Spanish or English in all areas of Family Law.

18 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-450 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 20 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Kutty Guajardo Khoury Family Law, PLLC

7700 San Felipe St., Suite 505, Houston, TX, 77063

Kutty Guajardo Khoury Family Law, PLLC

12603 Southwest Frwy, Suite 572, Stafford, TX, 77477

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Denise Guajardo Khoury's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ally | April 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Compassion and competent

I needed to prepare a post nuptial and a promissory note and Denise was efficient and thoughtful in her process. She was very pleasant to work with very knowledgeable and comleto and as a bonus also a very kind person. I was very grateful for her assistance in both these matters and can highl...y recommend her

Posted by Ken | August 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Character

A friend recommended Denise when I was served with divorce papers. I consulted with another attorney and then met with Denise mostly to be able to tell my friend I had met her and I am glad I did. The difference in attitude was striking. If you have read the other reviews here you will know about the... concern and care that she and the team bring to the table. However, as much as I appreciated the attitude what has impressed me is 'character'. If you are like me you have heard hundreds of lawyer jokes. The jokes may be true of many in the profession but not Denise or her team. On two occasions Denise went out of her way to save me money. Once I wanted a consult but Denise gently asked me if there was anything that really needed an office visit, when I thought about it - the answer was 'No'. I truly appreciated the honesty and integrity, because that was a fee she did not get to bill. Denise did an excellent joy of walking me through the divorce process listening to my concerns about the outcome and helping make that a reality. I highly recommend the firm.

Posted by Leslie | July 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Above and beyond all measures

I had just relocated to another state but was filing for divorce. I wasn't sure what actions to take as I would have to go through this process remotely and alone. I came into town to consult with a few other firms but had always left not feeling 100% confident...until I met with Denise. Not only was... she extremely generous with her time by listening to my entire situation during our consultation, but she was also very interested in hearing what my needs were. I left that day feeling reassured with the process. I was guided through every step from the beginning and felt very comfortable knowing I would be able to go through this process from another state. Throughout the case, I was very fortunate to work with Teresa and Gabby as well who never missed a beat in keeping me updated and informed on all matters. I felt that I finally had plenty of options and was advised with most high quality honesty, knowledge, and professionalism. My biggest takeaway from this wonderful team is the personal kindness they outpoured. I felt that I was more than a client, I was supported as a friend. They definitely cared about understanding my needs and opinions and it was a bittersweet ending to my case as I really enjoyed working with these wonderful women! Fast forward through the pandemic, I am currently walking away from my finalized divorce feeling content, empowered, and confident. It might be odd to say, but if there is anyone that can turn an unfortunate life event such as a divorce into a positive experience, it's this team. Thank you so much to Denise and the team. I cannot say enough!

Posted by Donald Heckler-Martell | June 27, 2016 | Child Custody

Very Knowledgeable

I hired Denise to consult me on custody matters. She did an excellent job explaining my current order and what options were out there. She helped me fully understand how the process works and what steps I would need to take to get where I wanted. I can't thank her enough

Posted by Doug | April 21, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Above and Beyond

Denise has done a fantastic job in my divorce representation. She has been wonderful in working with the opposing council who has been extremly difficult to work with every step of the way. She is professional, experienced and has bent over backwards to protect my interest in everyway. She has gone a...bove and beyond what I expected, communicating at all hours of the day and on weekends when necessary. I am living out of the State of Texas, making the situation even more difficult for her, yet she has handled this added difficulty very well. She has been very responsive to the ever changing situation and is always concerned with the most important part of the divorce, the children! She has done everything in her power to make sure they were taken care, protected and the final outcome was as much in thier favor as possible.

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Denise Guajardo Khoury's Lawyer Endorsements

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Zara Ali

Child custody lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Denise is a fantastic mediator, she is professional and always remains neutral. All my clients have had a pleasant time working with Denise as their mediator. I endorse this lawyer."

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Herrick Sovany

Child custody lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Denise. I have referred her several of my clients - and she did what she said she would do, efficiently, cost-effectively - and most importantly, to the clients' satisfaction. I will continue to rely on her expertise in family law matters."

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Mary Foteh

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mrs. Khoury is an attorney who is passionate about her clients and her cases. Especially in family law matters, when emotions of clients are high and intense, she has the ability to calm her clients, while still fighting for their best interests. I know Mrs. Khoury as a fellow attorney in the family law community, and have had a case against her, and have worked with her on cases, as well. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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J. Shannon Cavers

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Denise is a superb attorney who truly cares about her clients. I attended law school with Denise and worked with her on family law and collaborative law matters over the years."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Founder and Principal, Guajardo Khoury, PC

2011 - 2011

Associate Attorney, Jenkins & Jenkins

2011 - 2014

Senior Associate Attorney, The Haston Law Firm, P.C.

2005 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Myres, Dale & Associates, P.C.

2003 - 2005

Clerk, 257th Judicial DIstrict Court of Harris County

2001 - 2002

Legal Intern, Fullbright & Jaworski

2000 - 2001

Clerk, 14th Court Of Appeals

Associations

2017 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Texas

Member

2011 - Present

Duchesne Academy Alumnae Association

Board Member

2011 - Present

Collaborative Family Lawyers

Member

2011 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

Houston Bar Association, Collaborative Law Section

Former Executive Committee Member

2005 - Present

Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2001 - Present

Burta Rhoads Raborn Family Law American Inn of Court

Attorney Member

American Bar Association

Member

Houston Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2008

Mexican American Bar Association

Member

Education

2011

Houston Family Law Trial Institute

2006

Collaborative Law Institute of Texas

Certified Collaborative Attorney

N/A

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of St. Thomas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Inns of Court

Pre-Trial Professionalism

2010

Family Law 101

Reimbursement (Marital Property)

Languages

Spanish

English

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