Dawn Anne Renken

Dawn Anne Renken

4.3
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 22 years

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

11500 NW Freeway, #586, Houston, TX

About Dawn

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Divorce; Representation at Temporary Orders hearings; Common Law Marriages; Separation and Divorce planning to ensure that decisions made in haste do not affect the outcome of your case; Issue of net worth in divorce, including tracing, accurate valuation and characterization of all marital assets; Alimony and Spousal Maintenance; Child Custody, Child Support and visitation agreements; Family Violence and Protective Orders; Grandparents’ rights; Attorney General Support cases; Name change, etc.

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Family 40%

Divorce; Representation at Temporary Orders hearings; Common Law Marriages; Separation and Divorce planning to ensure that decisions made in haste do not affect the outcome of your case; Issue of net worth in divorce, including tracing, accurate valuation and characterization of all marital assets; Alimony and Spousal Maintenance; Child Custody, Child Support and visitation agreements; Family Violence and Protective Orders; Grandparents’ rights; Attorney General Support cases; Name change, etc.

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Mediation 20%

Renken Law Firm now conducts mediations

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Dawn Anne Renken

11500 NW Freeway, #586, Houston, TX, 77092

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Dawn Anne Renken's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Alexis | March 28, 2014 | Child Custody

Phenomenal Lawyer

Dawn has represented me for over six years in a number of matters concerning family law. I found her to be realistic about what could be accomplished, a great communicator, responsive and judicious with her use of time and resources on my behalf. She is the one and only lawyer I would recommend. Ms.... Renken explained the Texas Family Code and carefully protected my best interests and those of my children. I have recommended her to friends and colleagues and will continue to do so as long as she is practicing law. I am extremely happy with all the services she provided and will always utilize her services for my legal needs.

Dawn Renken

Replied last March 28, 2014

Thank you so much Alexis. It's been a pleasure working with you these last 6 years and I hope you never need me again. I will be here if you do.

Posted by Tiana- | March 09, 2014 | Child Custody

YOU ROCK!

WOW! How can words express! YOU ROCK! YOU JAM! YOU ARE AMAZING! NOTABLE! DETERMINED! WELL KNOWN IN THE COURT ROOM- AND IN THE LEGAL COMMUNITY AS A VERY SHARP AND EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY! ADVOCATE FOR JUSTICE! I turned to Dawn after I had been battling for what seemed like half of my life in court as a s...ingle mother who was at a disadvantage of being able to obtain legal counsel throughout a long term custody and child support matter that originated in Florida. Then I turned to Dawn! After becoming a resident in Texas, my custody case had been transferred and in spite of fighting tooth and nail against a non custodial parent who had discredited himself over and over, yet still tried everything legal and illegal to obtain custody and child support, Dawn stepped in and showed just what TEXAS FAMILY IS ALL ABOUT! Her focus was on the needs and interests of my daughter from day one! Not only did she over throw and over turn all odds in my case, she got me and my daughter REPAYMENT, FREEDOM, and PEACE OF MIND! Would I recommend this attorney? YOU BET YA! - Thank you so much Dawn- A million thanks to you and your staff! You have been a light for my family during very dark times and forever WE THANK YOU!

Dawn Renken

Replied last March 09, 2014

Thank you so much Tiana. It's so nice to get such expressive gratitude when I work so hard for each and every one of my clients. I know you will be fine, but if you should need me again, do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you again for your nice words.

Posted by Alison | July 11, 2013 | Child Custody

Excellent Lawyer! Look no further!

During a very difficult time Dawn made the experience as easy as possible. I had already consulted with a well known Lawyer in the area who would not return my calls, and felt very desperate and alone when I found Dawn. I was incredibly fortunate to find her. The moment I walked out of her office aft...er the initial consultation I felt a huge relief. She answered my calls and emails promptly, listened to and addressed all of my questions and concerns. It was a difficult divorce as I moved out of the country during the process however, Dawn handled it seamlessly and made the process incredibly smooth with very little work required on my end. She was extremely knowledgeable and spoke to me in terms so I could understand the entire process. Dawn had the divorce and child custody finalized extremely fast and as pleasant as possible under the circumstances. My ex actually ended up referring her to a friend!! I highly recommend Dawn to anyone! Thank you Dawn!

Dawn Renken

Replied last July 12, 2013

Thank you Alison! It was a pleasure. I hope everything is going well.

Posted by Brittiny | April 03, 2013 | Child Custody

All in favor for Renken Lawfirm!

I will definitely be returning to Dawn for anything else in the future! Dawn helped me cruise through my divorce and child support. She always had the answer when I needed it, and even when she was not available, her assistant was knowledgeable and able to provide me with certain answers. My experien...ce here was definitely a great one. I recommend Dawn for any family matter from divorce to child custody. I hope that when the time comes she will be able to help with adoption! Thank you, Dawn, for all of your help!

Dawn Renken

Replied last April 03, 2013

Thank you Brittiny! Don't hesitate to contact me if you need anything in the future, it was a pleasure.

Posted by Samantha | October 16, 2012 | Child Custody

Dawn gets the job done FAST, professional, and right the first time!!

I have had 2 lawyers prior to Dawn, one for a divorce and one for custody/child support. The attorney’s I had were very reputable lawyers of their firms. They were also very expensive and after dealing with Dawn, I realized how much I spent for what I got with the other guys and I wished I would hav...e had Dawn right from the start. This particular time Dawn represented me in a custody case that I was sued for, which turned into a simple modification of the current orders thanks to her straight forward no nonsense approach. She knew the law and what could be done and what couldn’t be done. She made me feel very relaxed at my consultation and her retainer was very affordable. She and her staff are also very cautious of your money and do their best to minimize unnecessary communications; and in the end I received almost half of my retainer back. She doesn't bs you at all and she tells you the truth. She also recommends cost efficient ways to handle your case. In my opinion Dawn isn’t out there to just make a buck….she is out there because she cares. I feel she wants to make a difference and help clients that have been done wrong in the past (like me) get the results they should have gotten the first time. I highly recommend Dawn for your family law needs and from here on out, she will be my first choice! Thank you Dawn and her assistant Natalie….what a great team!!

Dawn Renken

Replied last October 24, 2012

Thanks Samantha. If you need me in the future, I will be here. You made Natalie's day, by the way. She never gets the credit she deserves on these things!

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Dawn Anne Renken's Lawyer Endorsements

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Holli Palmer

Family lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had cases with Dawn, and I have worked with her a a mediator. She is always thorough, prepared, and fights fiercely for her clients."

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Bryan Fagan

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have used Dawn as a mediator in my cases. She is a knowledgeable Family Law Attorney and Mediator!"

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Matthew Tyson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dawn was easy to work with as opposing counsel and is a strong advocate for her clients."

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James Evans

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Ms. Renken are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos."

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Sheelah Wooten

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dawn is an excellent lawyer. She is very knowledgeable and professional. It was evident to me, during our work on a modification case, that she works hard and fights for her clients."

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Maria Lowry

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Angela Green

Unknown lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.This attorney has a strong reputation, is a zealous advocate for the clients and is a credit to the legal community."

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Renken is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse her."

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Deanna Dyer

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is handling a family law matter for me and I am very impressed by her expertise and professionalism. She is a pleasure to work with, returns calls quickly and her rates are quite reasonable. I would entrust her with any family law issues that arise in my practice in the future. Highly recommended."

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Rosa Eliades

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Efficient, aggressive, and persuasive. Dawn Renken is always knowledgeable about any family law questions I need answered and has handled mutual clients with overlapping family and criminal issues. She is also efficient at working out civil and family law matters because she is able to spot the solution and does not need to drag out the legal battle unless absolutly necessary. Dawn Renken uses plain and simple logic to argue her cases and cases and works towards long term solutions."

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Debra Casaceli

Family lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. A skilled litigator, Dawn still manages to keep her focus on the best interests of the children in the cases she is involved in. When you go against her in Court, you had better be prepared but her approach is always reasonable and based on the law."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Managing Partner, Renken Law Firm, PLLC

2004 - 2010

Managing Partner, Vossler & Renken, PLLC

Associations

2004 - Present

Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2003

Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Default Divorces in Harris County

Default Divorces in Harris County

Publications

2003

29 Ohio N.U.L. Rev. 728 Survey of Ohio Law: Ohio Supreme Court Decision: The State Ex Rel. Cincinnati Enquirer, Division

2002

28 Ohio N.U.L. Rev. 495 Federal Election Commission v. Colorado Republican Federal Campaign Committee

Languages

English

Activity

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