$ 350-500 per hour
With over 40 years of combined experience, the lawyers at Vernier & Associates PLLC of The Woodlands, Texas, are dedicated to offering zealous, full-service representation in family law cases.
When it comes to your family and legal issues, you need experienced, competent attorneys possessing a keen awareness of your sensitive situation. With a high level of integrity and passion, Ruth Lavada Vernier approach each case with a thorough understanding of family law. Our lawyers are people oriented, giving special attention to the complexities within your case.
Our family law firm, serving the cities of The Woodlands, Houston, spring, Conroe and across the state, is staffed with some of the most experienced paralegals in the state that are very familiar with family law matters. We also feature a network of highly skilled accountants, appraisers, investigators and mental health professionals.
We are well versed in the intricacies involving all aspects of the law affecting families, including high net worth divorce, divorce involving professional practices and family businesses, child custody and visitation, child support, complex property division, pension plans, IRAs, 401(k) plans, alimony and spousal support, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, marital torts, family violence and protective orders, grandparents' rights, paternity and parent-child relationship, termination of parental rights, adoption and mediation. Vernier & Associates PLLC is also one of the few law firms containing the experience and knowledge needed to handle cases involving the Hague Convention on international child abduction.
Ruth Lavada Vernier was listed in the Top Family Lawyers in H Texas Magazine in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010 and 2011. Additionally, Ruth Lavada Vernier is a certified mediator and negotiator.
Please call for more information. We have a 24-hour live answering service and we make appointments upon request. We also offer translation services and we accept all major credit cards.
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43 years
43 years
$ 350-500 per hour
State: Texas
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
State: New York
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
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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!!
Posted by Phil | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Beyond my expectations
Ruth and her team are seasoned professionals. At Vernier & Associates, you're being represented by the most experienced and hard working set of individuals a client could ask for. They coordinate well and are there to support your personal interests by informing and educating you on the legal proces...
Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2013 | Child Custody
Best Attorney in Houston!
I have already recommended this attorney to many people and will continue to do so. From the very beginning when I was very emotional, Ruth showed caring, compassion and the sensitivity that I needed during a very difficult time in my life. I am a man who was in the middle of a custody battle, w...
Posted by Sabrina | May 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Knowledgeable and Experienced
Ruth, Brooke, Meghan and Chase were instrumental to my case. All of them were very attentive and responsive to my needs, questions and issues during the entire process. I couldn’t recommend a more knowledgeable and wonderful legal team! My ex had moved out of state and they were able to figure out th...
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
Good
Very patient and hardworking. Also very knowledgeable in dealing with family court matters
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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
1983 - Present
Managing Partner, Vernier & Associates PLLC
2001 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
2001 - Present
Rotary Club of The WoodlandsMember
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South Montgomery County Woodlands Chamber of CommercePlatinum Level, Member
1983
Juris Doctorate
1980
B.S. Psychology
English