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

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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 18 reviews | Professionalism

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 | Divorce & Separation

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 Myra | January 16, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Best Attorney I EVER had and worth EVERY penny

OMG!!! THIS IS MY FIRST TIME EVER WRITING A REVIEW BUT I HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING DAWN WHEN SHE WAS WITH KATHY VOSSLER. MY ORIGINAL DIVORCE ATTORNEY DID A BANGED UP JOB ON MY DIVORCE AND CHILD SUPPORT FROM MY EX WHO WAS IN THE MILITARY. HE TRIED IN EVERY WAY TO AVOID BEING SERVED. DAWN WAS EXCE...PTIONAL IN EVERY WAY. SHE STOPPED THE NONSENSE WITH MY EX, WAS BEFORE TIME FOR MY COURT APPEARANCE, VERY KNOWLEDGABLE, AND THE JUDGE RESPECTED HER AND KNEW SHE MEANT BUSINESS. STILL TO THIS DAY I HAVE REFERRED ALOT OF PEOPLE TO HER AND THEY ALL HAVE SAID THEY WERE EXTREMELY HAPPY SHE WAS THEIR ATTORNEY AND NOT THEIR EXES. SHE IS DEFINITELY A BULLDOG ON YOUR CASE IN COURT AND A PERFECT LADY IN PERSON. THIS WAS OVER 8 YEARS AGO FOR ME AND SHE'S STILL #1!!! YOU GO GIRL!

Dawn Renken

Replied last April 02, 2013

Glad to hear you are doing well Myra! Thank you for the wonderful referral.

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Completely Rude

After reading the good reviews on Avvo I decided to contact this lawyer for a divorce consult and received the unfortunate surprise the lawyer is completely rude and unprofessional. For the consult the secretary asked me to complete a questionnaire and forward any documentation I had available so M...rs Renken could review with me and discuss during the consult. When I called for my consult , introduce myself and explain the purpose of my call her answer was not friendly and seemed inconvenienced my by call. Certainly not was I was expecting after reading so many good things about her.

Dawn Renken

Replied last June 08, 2012

Maria was a free telephone consult calling in from Georgia. She sent me all the documents I needed to review for her case, I reviewed all of them prior to the consultation. When she contacted me by telephone, I told her that I could not help her and would not take her case. I am a no nonsense, no-frills attorney. I will never lie to you. I will not misrepresent your position in the case or your chances of winning. I work very efficiently and I am dedicated to my clients. I do not take all clients who request my services. I sincerely hope that Maria finds someone that will take her case. If you are looking for an aggressive, efficient advocate that will work hard for you, I am your attorney. If you're looking for someone to blow smoke up your ass, you may want to look elsewhere.

Posted by Darrell | November 14, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Best lawyer ever!

Dawn was my lawyer for my divorce that was just finalized. I didn't want the divorce, my wife filed. I didn't know what to do or how to start or what to expect. Dawn was very patient. She laid out all of the option, even recommended we go to counseling and delay the divorce. In the end, my marri...age couldn't be saved, but Dawn gave me a better outcome than I could ever have expected and I am getting on with my life. She was even able to secure 50/50 custody and I do not pay any child support. I have sent two friends to her since my divorce was over and they have both thanked me and are very happy.

Dawn Renken

Replied last November 15, 2011

Good luck Darrell. I think you are going to be fine.

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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

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