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 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 Courteney Cochran | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Couldn’t ask for a better lawyer

First time ever having to be a part of a custody battle. We didn’t know what to expect and we were scared. Patricia and Katherine were the most caring and considerate people ever. They made the whole process less scary and were so informative. They truly care about their clients and the clients famil...y. She means what she says and she says what she thinks! She is the best lawyer I have ever met and I would give her 10 stars if I could!

Posted by Christina | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best choice I made

When I first met Patricia, I was on the fence go through the divorce or not. Let me tell you, all the extremely personal details of my life came pouring out of me in a mess, I felt flustered, overwhelmed and helpless. Patricia gave me the factual information and guidance to help me make ultimate de...cisions for myself. She is fair and she is not playing games like my ex-husband’s attorney seemed to be. That opposing counsel blamed a spam blocker for lost emails and left many messages/phone calls unanswered delaying the proceedings out as long as possible. Patricia Billings is completely professional and her office is responsive making her perform like a rock-star. At every moment, I felt that she was in my corner, fighting for my rights and keeping in touch with me and my daughter through it all. These life-changing decisions should not be taken lightly and what I thought would be super easy and amiable ended up a terrible fight with disagreements at every step. I admire this woman that has the agility to be kind and well respected in court and then fierce and ready to fight when she has to be firm. I certainly recommend her to anyone that has the misfortune to need one for a divorce.

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Posted by Monica | August 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Best decision that changed our lives!

Our lives changed when my husband and I learned that we were candidates to adopt a baby! We didn’t hesitate to call Patricia immediately. She guided us and walked us a process that was new and scary for us. We’re grateful for her expertise. She was very patient with us and explained everything th...oroughly. The adoption process couldn’t have gone more smoothly. Patricia is an amazing attorney that I will recommend to everyone. Thank you Patricia! We are parents now to a beautiful daughter and you had so much to with that! We are eternally grateful!

Posted by Mitchell | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Honest and Direct

My case started with a different attorney in a different county, but my ex was able to get the case transferred, leaving me scrambling to find an attorney in a county over 2 hours away. Mrs. Billings was suggested to me by an attorney where I live and I was very glad I listened. I really appreciated ...Mrs. Billings directness with me, she told me exactly where I stood and how she believed the case would go (both good and bad). She and her staff were great about communicating, if I sent an email it was always replied to by the next day (quite often within the hour) and with the information I asked for. My case was taken to mediation, largely because of the difficulty of dealing with opposition, and in mediation she was willing to let me speak but also would protect me from myself if I was going to put myself in a bad place. Throughout the entire mediation Mrs. Billings was making sure that I was comfortable with what happened and fought for me to get the best resolution possible while not blocking positive progress in negotiations. I would gladly use Mrs. Billings again and would highly recommend her to anyone needing representation for a divorce!

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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

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Robert Valenzuela

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Brian Roberts

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Andrew Tolchin

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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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