Ruth L. Vernier

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Ruth L. Vernier

4.9
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 42 years

Family Lawyer at The Woodlands, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

2441 High Timbers Suite 110, The Woodlands, TX

About Ruth

Biography

PASSIONATE, ZEALOUS TOP HOUSTON LAWYER

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Adoption 20%

20%
Child Custody 20%

43 years

20%
Child Support 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

43 years

20%
Family 20%

43 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2023 2022
...
+ 4
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 25 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2001

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 30 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 41 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1985

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 42 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1983

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

VERNIER & ASSOCIATES, PLLC

2441 High Timbers Suite 110, The Woodlands, TX, 77380-1053

vernierlawfirm.com/

Ruth L. Vernier's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

99 Client Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 99 reviews

Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Loyal to Client's needs

It was a relief to have someone like Ruth working for me and with me during a difficult time. She was the voice I needed when I couldn't always find my own. She was professional, punctual and answered every question I had.

Posted by Katelyn | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Would definitely use again.

Ruth was excellent on getting me where I needed to be in my time of need. She got me exactly what I wanted and I highly recommend using her!

Posted by Christina | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

High Conflict Divorce

I had a high conflict divorce with two very young children. Ruth and her staff were professional, knowledgeable and honest throughout the entire process especially since one of my kids has special needs. Ruth, Skip & Tara were always available to answer my questions & concerns and Shannon was able to... get me in last minute when I needed a meeting. Ruth has great deal of empathy & compassion for her clients. I was very pleased with the mediated settlement that we were able to reach with my ex especially since it was looking like it was headed to trial. Ruth has an excellent reputation and is well respected in the legal community.

Posted by John | August 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Many Thanks!!

I was looking for an out of state divorce and custody lawyer when I saw the google reviews for Ruth Vernier. Ever since our 1st conversation, which Ruth called me on her personal line, Ruth captivated me with her passion for what she does. Ruth told me a number of things including her ethics, vision ...for my case, and what to expect throughout the process. Yes, the retainer was more than I was looking but non the less, it was worth every penny. All appointments and phone calls where always on time. Everyone working there is one big family and I was welcomed since day one with open arms. Ruth was the only one I talked to that knew the opposing firm and had worked with them in the past. Ruth is very knowledgeable and you can see the passion that drives her and her team to be the best assest on your side. I probably was like some of you, I had the same outlook on lawyers, but Ruth gave me a new prospective and breathed a breath of fresh air into my life. There was definitely times where the process got emotional and again there was Ruth to rationalize and help you to see and make the right choice(s). Now that the experience has been meet, my life has never been better. The relationship I have with my ex is more than amazing. Everything, I mean everything, that Ruth and her team said, did, and fought for has been with love and a very professional regard. I can't thank Ruth, Audrey, and Shannon enough for their hard work, understanding and love that they possess. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! I will definitely use this firm again and again. Again, many Thanks!! John.

Posted by Maxine | August 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child custody attorney

Attorney Ruth Vernier and Associates are the best in the business. From start to finish including the initial consultation the attorney and staff was extremely professional and sensitive to the matter of custody we were seeking. The attorney and staff was well educated on the laws and explained our... options thoroughly and sought after what was rightfully deserved. This was an extremely difficult time for our family and Ruth Vernier and staff represented us in a way that we could not lose and it was a HUGE win for us! Thank you!!

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

TOP HOUSTON ATTORNEY, Houston Monthly Magazine

2008

TOP HOUSTON ATTORNEY, Houston Monthly Magazine

2007

TOP HOUSTON ATTORNEY, Houston Monthly Magazine

2006

TOP HOUSTON ATTORNEY, Houston Monthly Magazine

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Managing Partner, Vernier & Associates PLLC

Associations

2001 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

2001 - Present

Rotary Club of The Woodlands

Member

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Michigan

Mamber

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

International Academy of Collaborative Professional

Member

Gulf Coast Collaborative Law Network

Member

Alliance of Collaborative Family Law Attorneys

Member

Texas Lawyers for Children

Member

Collaborative Law Institute of Texas

Member

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2009

South Montgomery County Woodlands Chamber of Commerce

Platinum Level, Member

Education

1983

University of Cincinnati College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1980

University of Cincinnati

B.S. Psychology

Languages

English

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