$ 275-400 per hour
Brian Jude Mcnamara
About Brian
Biography
I have practiced family law in Kingwood since 1992. Before that I clerked for Bivin & Brennan in Kingwood as a law student. About 5 years after being licensed as an attorney Bill Bivin & I formed Bivin & McNamara. In 2007 I opened McNamara Law Office.
I have 3 children who all attended Kingwood schools and a 4th who will soon. Her mother, Cathy, and I make our home in Kingwood and love the neighborhood. I spent many days coaching soccer teams as my other 3 children grew, and I look forward to doing that again.
Throughout my career, most of my cases have been in Harris and Montgomery counties. I have had cases in surrounding counties and even as far north as Greg County, TX.
I look forward to helping you with your family law problems.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
25%
34 years
Family
25%
34 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
25%
34 years
Child Custody
15%
34 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 33 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1992
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Location
McNamara Law Office, PLLC
1412 C Stonehollow Drive, Kingwood, TX, 77339
McNamara Law Office, PLLC (APPOINTMENT ONLY)
The Lyric Center, 9th Floor, 440 Louisiana, Houston, TX, 77002
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Posted by Timothy | February 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
My personal review of Brian Mcnamara esquire.
He is an excellent attorney. My first consultation was in the fall of 2015. He gave me good advice on divorce, suing a moving company, inheritance, and bankruptcy - by referring me to another lawyer who specializes in bankruptcy. I hired him in the fall of 2017 with regards to a divorc...
Posted by Grace | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent
Long difficult divorce, especially when I had to go and leave for basic, very good service was provided even when I was gone.
Brian Mcnamara
Replied last February 19, 2020Grace, thanks so much for the positive review. I'm happy it turned out right, despite the bumps along the way. Brian McNamara
Posted by Brooke | March 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended for Divorce lawyer
He made my divorce process as easy as possible. I intially went in for a consultation to get my affairs in order and ended up hiring Mr. Mcnamara and his team to take care of me and my divorce. I received great legal advice that helped with the process. Thank you!
Brian Mcnamara
Replied last March 14, 2019Brooke, Thank you so much for the kind words. They are greatly appreciated. I'm happy everything was resolved satisfactorily. Please call with questions or concerns. Brian McNamara
Posted by Cheryl | January 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Grandparent's Custody Case
The McNamara Law Firm was professional, efficient and effective. My husband and I contacted Mr. McNamara with concerns about the rights of grandparents. Instead of just taking our money he was honest and forthcoming about our chances of obtaining custody. When circumstances changed and the welfar...
Posted by Karen | December 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Experience
I chose McNamara Law Office based on a referral. It was the best decision I had made. Brian McNamara handled my case with the utmost professionalism. His staff was courteous and they always responded to me promptly with any questions I had. I highly recommend this attorney due to his experience and k...
Brian Jude Mcnamara's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brian is knowledgeable and a good advocate for his clients."
"Brian is an excellent family law attorney. He knows the law, effectively argues to the court, and he gets results. I trust Brian and do not hesitate to refer a client to him in need of a great family law attorney."
"I had the privilege of beginning my family law career under Brian McNamara, and I’m incredibly grateful for everything he taught me. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and sharp, with a deep understanding of the law and how to apply it strategically. To this day, I continue to value his insights, especially when it comes to complex legal issues."
"I endorse Mr. McNamara. He diligently advocated for his client in a recent divorce case on which I was opposing counsel. He is professional and courteous to everyone, including the non-attorney staff in our office (which as a former paralegal, I always appreciate). Mr. McNamara communicates effectively, knows and understands the complex legal issues that come with dividing community property, and it is obvious that he cares about his clients as individuals."
"A lawyer's lawyer and a true professional. I highly recommend Brian."
"I endorse this lawyer. Competent, compassionate and creative, three things every client seeks in a legal counsel."
"I've known Brian for 27 years. We went to law school together. I'm proud to call Brian a colleague and a friend. When my clients need a family law expert, Brian is the first person I call, because I know he will take excellent care of the client. He has my unreserved endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is excellent. He has a passion for assisting clients in this area of law. I highly recommend Mr. McNamara."
"I endorse Mr. Mcnamara. He is a truly asset to our legal community. Very helpful on AVVO and a great expert in the field."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Distinguished 4.4 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Partner, McNamara Law Office, PLLC
1991 - 2006
Partner, Bivin & McNamara
Associations
2015 - Present
Montgomery County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasFellow
2005 - Present
Texas Family Law FoundationMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
1994 - Present
Houston Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1992 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1992 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Northeast Harris County Bar AssociationMember
Montgomery County Bar Association
Member
2015 - 2016
Northeast Harris County Bar AssociationDirector, Continuing Legal Education
2009 - 2010
Northeast Harris County Bar AssociationPresident
2000 - 2003
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
1999 - 2000
Northeast Harris County Bar AssociationPresident
1998 - 1999
Northeast Harris County Bar AssociationPresident
1995 - 1996
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
1995 - 2003
American Association for Justice, Motor Vehicle Collision, Highway and Premises LiabilityMember
1995 - 2004
American Association for Justice, premises liability sectionMember
1994 - 1995
Northeast Harris County Bar AssociationSocial Directon
1993 - 1994
Northeast Harris County Bar AssociationDirector, Continuing Legal Education
1993 - 2004
American Association for JusticeMember
1993 - 2004
American Association for Justice, Family Law SectionMember
1992 - 2004
State Bar of Texas, Consumer and Commercial Law SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Naschke v Gulf Coast Conference.
Victory for Mr. McNamara's client at trial level & on appeal.
Education
1991
University Of Houston
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2014
Taking Control Workshop
Property Division in Divorce
2014
Taking Control Workshop
Divorce Mediation
Publications
2016
McNamaraLawyers.com
How to Prepare for a Divorce
2013
McNamaraLawyers.com
Options for Dividing Retirement Plans in Divorce
Languages
English
Spanish
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