Thomas G. Simchak

Thomas G. Simchak

also known as Tom Simchak

4.5
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 47 years

Family Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Family

PO Box 40237, Houston, TX

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Family law...handled custody, CPS, child support, modification, adoption, and divorce. I've been in court 1000 times in my career, helping clients with family law matters.

40 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 47 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1978

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Thomas Simchak

PO Box 40237, Houston, TX, 77240

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Thomas G. Simchak's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Edward | October 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr Simchak was great

Highly Recommend Law Office of Thomas G. Simchak. Mr Simchak was great in helping me through legal matters dealing with an estate and probate . He is professional and yet makes you feel very comfortable walking you through the legal process and handling everything for you . I was very pleased wit...h his patience and professional help . I need to recognize him for having done a good job at a reasonable price.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top Notch Attorney!

Tom helped me with a very difficult custody case. He is extremely knowledgeable with family law and prompt with any questions you may have. I would recommend him to anyone that needs an honest, diligent and professional Attorney.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Nice and easy to talk to

1st Tom helped me to explain things to him and above all he has a lot of patience. Later he explained all the steps that I'm suppose to take and how he would help me with it. He told me things as they were and didn't not make any false promises. I would and I'm recommending him to my friends and fami...ly for sure. Thank You

Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Rude and Negligent

It took 6 months for him to wrap up an Uncontested divorce with NO children and NO assets. I had to follow up with him on a regular basis and most of the time he wouldn't reply until my second or third email. He didn't explain the process or how anything would go or even provide a timeline. On more ...than one occasion, he promised to have the case resolved by the end of the month and fell through on his promise. When I asked why it was taking so long he told me that people involved in the case had a life outside the case. Excuse me. It does NOT take 6 months to wrap up an uncontested divorce with no children and no disputes. I would NEVER hire him.

Thomas Simchak

Replied last July 13, 2018

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Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2015

Highly recommended

Tom was extremely professional during my difficult divorce. He is very knowledgeable and took the extra time to make sure I understood what was happening through the whole process. I highly recommend him.

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Thomas G. Simchak's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Freeman

Family lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom for several years through the Houston Northwest Bar Association. He is as proficient in his knowledge of the law as he is dedicated to representing his clients."

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Farah Kamal

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom since i started practicing- he is very knowledgeable in all areas of Family Law and he has been a great Mentor to me..he is also very good moral support for me in times of need. I will forever cherish his mentorship."

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Damaris Quijano

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Tom since my first year as a brand-new attorney, having met on the American Bar Association's Solo group. From the beginning, Tom was generous with his time and guidance, quickly taking on the the role of official mentor. In the years since, Tom has shared his legal expertise, advice, and best-practices. As a practicing attorney, Tom is diligent, thorough, professional, no-nonsense, and believes the client comes first. His rates are reasonable and he's quick to return a phone call -- a true rarity these day! I couldn't say enough good things about Tom! I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Oxford

Family lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Thomas Simchak. Highly respected and very experienced family law attorney."

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Mark Jones

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas"

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Lori Laird

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Thomas is a vibrant attorney with an excellent reputation in the legal community. He is experienced and knowledgeable. I am happy to endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Tolchin

Family lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas Simchak for family law. Thomas is highly experienced, a brilliant attorney, and someone you can trust. Over 30 years, Thomas has done it all when it comes to Family Law. Whether divorce, custody, property division, or anything family law related, you are in good hands with Thomas."

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Robert von Dohlen

Family lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly active and well-respected in the legal community. He is a strong advocate for his clients. Mr. Simchak understands both the legal/ court system and the difficulties families face when dealing with Family Law issues."

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Shari Goldsberry

Family lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Thomas is a very knowledgeable attorney who I have been glad to meet. I have referred clients to Tom whenever appropriate. I have complete confidence in Tom's ability to provide excellent and thorough representation for his clients."

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Fran Brochstein

Family lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has an excellent reputation in the Houston family law community. He is professional and personable. He has a thorough knowledge of Texas family law."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney."

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Erin Groce

Unknown lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Best Answer, AVVO

2013

Helpful Answer, AVVO

Associations

2014 - Present

Texas Lawyers Group

Member

2014 - Present

TFL-Texas Family Lawyers

Founder and Administrator

2013 - Present

Member

State Bar of Texas, Computer and Technology Section

2013 - Present

Texas Family Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Houston Family Lawyers

Member

1983 - Present

Member

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

1978 - Present

Member

State Bar of Texas

1978 - 1981

Member

Houston Bar Association, Juvenile Law Section

Education

1977

South Texas College of Law

1974

De Paul University

MBA

1973

College of the Holy Cross

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2014

Family Law Workshop

Family Law Civil Procedure

Languages

English

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