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 24 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

98 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 20 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Brooke | November 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Strong Leader

I hired Atty Vernier to represent me during my divorce and again 8 years later when child support issues arose. During each case, she lead me with great strength and wisdom during times when I was at my lowest. Each meeting with her left me feeling reassured and more at peace. I recommend her and her... staff to anyone dealing with these painful life issues.

Posted by Jason | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best

From the moment I met Ruth she was a force to be reckoned with. She handled my custody case as though it was a personal family matter of her own. Her entire law team was with me throughout my case and even worked with my busy work schedule. Most importantly when I was in court I felt like I had a sma...ll entourage helping me to win my custody case for my 4 children. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

Posted by Crystal | September 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child Custody Modification

Attorney Skip Lanz represented me in my child custody modification case and was able to get it reversed. I would hire him again.

Posted by Lorrilye Kaledo | September 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Finally, an honest firm!

I retained the firm to handle a modification for child support after an epic failure with the OAG's office. From day one, Shannon at the front desk was professional, courteous, and always on top of matters if I needed to call. Skip took on my case, and immediately put my worries to rest. He was able ...to navigate through an extremely aggressive opposing counsel that was out of touch with reality. Skip not only took my concerns seriously, but he provided excellent counsel about the legalities surrounding my specific case. He also made sure that my children's needs and well being were reflected from day one, which was the most important thing for me. He and his paralegal Audry were an amazing team! I was not overfilled, and invoices were clear and easy to understand. If I had any questions, again Audry and Shannon were amazing and helpful. Should I need counsel in the future, I will call him first.

Posted by Laura | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent

Ruth and skip took my case weeks before my custody trial. I was desperate! They took care of everything and put me at ease I highly recommend!!

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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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