Patricia Ruby Garcia Billings

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Patricia Ruby Garcia Billings

also known as Patricia Garcia, Garcia Family Law

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Humble, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

407 E. Main St., Humble, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Patricia

Biography

Our team handles your family law matters with compassion, transparency and advocacy. We will ensure that your rights to your children and property are protected. Helping families is and has always been our passion.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

6 years

50%
Child Custody 30%

6 years

30%
Family 20%

Divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, grandparents rights, property division, adoptions, name changes and other family law matters

16 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2021 2019
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+ 4

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 15 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2010

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Garcia Family Law

407 E. Main St., Humble, TX, 77338

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Patricia Ruby Garcia Billings's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

95 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ash | May 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney

She is the best!

Everything about Mrs.Garcia and her team is amazing! They will do everything they can to do what is best for you. They genuinely care about you. You won't regret hiring her and her team.

Posted by Lauren | October 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing Law Firm

This was an extremely scary time in my life. Garcia Family Law really helped me through and were extremely responsive through the whole ordeal. If you are leaving an abusive relationship or you know you are going to have a contentious divorce then you should definitely give Garcia Family Law a cal...l. Patricia and her staff are extremely kind, understanding, fair, and tough. They will always explain everything to you and they don't mind "stupid" questions, because to them no question is stupid. They will always let you know exactly what you have a right to and what you should probably settle with because of the law. I took all the advice she gave and after a rough start (none of which was her fault) we got an agreement so that I could get back on my feet again and start my new life. 10/10 will always recommend. Thank you Garcia Family Law!

Posted by Maria | October 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Representation and Compassionate Guidance

I'll forever be grateful to Patricia and her staff for their unwavering support and guidance during my five-year, high-conflict divorce journey. From the moment we met, I felt seen, heard, and understood. Patricia and her team were there through the darkest times, offering more than just legal exper...tise - they offered hope, compassion, and a reassuring presence. Their ability to break down complex legal jargon into understandable terms was a godsend. What touched my heart most was Patricia's and her team's genuine care for my and my children's well-being. They fought tirelessly to protect our interests while considering the emotional impact on my children. Their empathy and kindness helped me stay strong during unthinkable challenges. If you're lost and searching for a beacon of hope, Garcia Family Law is your answer. Their expertise, heart, and unwavering dedication will be your guiding light. They are empathetic and compassionate, experienced, guided me when I didn't know what to do, selfless, dedicated to my family's needs, and most of all, listened when I needed the most.

Posted by Veronica | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceptional Work

Patricia exceeded any and all expectations i could have had. She was able to get me the help i needed no questions asked. She is very skilled at what she does and her work ethic is beyond impressive. I am very fortunate to have had her as my attorney and i would recommend her to anyone who wants to g...et amazing results for their rulings. She was available for all questions and was on top of everything that came our way. There is no one better suited for the job as much as her. I am now living a much more healthy life for me and my child and i am truely grateful for all she was able to accomplish for me in such little time. Thank you Patricia!

Posted by Josefina Sauceda | June 10, 2024

Excellent

Great attorney. Very professional. I highly recommend her. I definitely refer friend and family to her.

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Patricia Ruby Garcia Billings's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marta Montenegro Martin

Family lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patricia is professional and care about her clients."

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Melissa Lanier

Probate lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recently referred a client to Patricia. The client followed up with me on two separate occasions to share with me the positive experience she had in dealing with Patricia and her office staff. She cares about her clients and is extremely professional."

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Brian Mcnamara

Family lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Patricia knows family law well and represents her clients zealously. She is on my short list of lawyers I refer cases to when I have a conflict. I recommend her."

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Christopher Carmona

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"There are few attorneys that I feel comfortable referring close friends to, and Patricia is one of them. Her tenacity, skill, and professionalism make her an elite force in the field and I am thankful to call her a great attorney and an even better friend. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Roberts

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patricia is a true professional who will fight to the end for her clients. She is compassionate and tough. I highly recommend Patricia if you have a family matter."

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Jonathan Randolph

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patty is an extremely level-headed, hard-working attorney who considers all options for her clients. She takes the time to educate her clients so that they may make informed decisions regarding some the most important matters they will face. I trust her, recommend her, and endorse her."

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Noah Peterson

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent family law attorney, I endorse this lawyer."

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Jose Orihuela

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patricia is a tremendous attorney. She cares for her clients and does what it takes to get the results that matter."

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Andrew Tolchin

Probate lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Patricia Billings for Probate and Family law."

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Benjamin Major

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Patricia Billings. I have referred several potential clients to her, and each and every one of them have sung Mrs. Billings's praises. And as for each potential client she ultimately represented, her results were amazing. She does an outstanding job zealously advocating for her clients while, at the same time, pursuing just results and managing client expectations. I would trust her with my own personal matters should any ever arise. I am grateful to know someone like Patricia to whom I can refer friends, family and colleagues for their own cases or for other referrals."

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Scott Phillips

Probate lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Billings for all matters relating to Probate, Wills, and Estates."

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Mark Oxford

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Patricia Billings. Detail oriented attorney and very knowledgeable. Highly respected in the legal community. I highly recommend her."

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Jason Rowe

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Ms. Billings is a beacon of professionalism and experience in the community. She not only gets the best for her client, but fights tirelessly on every case. She is a credit to the profession, and I highly recommend choosing Patricia Billings as your attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Lucio Montes

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Patricia is an excellent attorney. She cares about her clients and works hard to provide first-rate representation."

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Robert Bennett

Licensing lawyer

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Matthew Montes

Business lawyer

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Melissa Lanier

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Brian Mcnamara

Family lawyer

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Christopher Carmona

Litigation lawyer

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Robert Valenzuela

Personal injury lawyer

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Brian Roberts

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Tolchin

Personal injury lawyer

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Benjamin Major

Personal injury lawyer

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Jason Rowe

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Lucio Montes

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2002

Sailor of the Quarter, U.S. Navy

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Managing Partner, Garcia Family Law (formerly Billings Law)

2009 - 2010

Law clerk, Montes Law Firm

2009 - 2009

Law clerk, Humble Independent School District

2007 - 2008

Law Clerk, Law Office of Miguel Elias

2005 - 2007

Paralegal, Blue Williams

2001 - 2007

Legalman, U S Navy, Judge Advocate General's Corps

1999 - 2005

Paralegal, Reed Law Corporation

Associations

2016 - Present

Family Lawyers of Texas Foundation

Member

2015 - Present

Burta Rhoads Raborn Family Law Inn of Court

Associate Member

2014 - Present

Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section

Board Member

2013 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2012 - Present

Northeast Harris County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In the interest of K.D.H

Reversed and remanded to the lower court.

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Education

2017

Manousso Mediation and Arbitration

Advanced Family and Divorce Mediation Certificate

2016

National Family Law Trial Institute

Family Law Trial Certificate

2009

Loyola University New Orleans

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of New Orleans

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Texas State Bar - Family Law 101

Building a Case File in 2021

2017

Family Law Essentials

Characterization of Property

2016

Second Saturday

Divorce Workshop

2015

Family Law Essentials

Discovery - Current Issues, Objections and Changes to TRCP, New Case Law

2015

Family Law Essentials

Practical Applications for Family Lawyers on Military Issues

Publications

2021

Texas State Bar - Family Law 101 Building a Case File in 2021

Languages

Spanish

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