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 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Melissa | March 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Support

We are incredibly thankful and pleased with the team at Vernier & Associates. The entire staff was amazing—professional, prompt, communicative, and supportive throughout the entire process. They guided us every step of the way and handled everything with care and expertise. A special thank you to Rut...h and the team for their dedication and hard work. We truly appreciate everything you’ve done and highly recommend Vernier & Associates to anyone in need of legal support.

Posted by Ashley | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Ms.

Ruth Vernier is amazing! She gave me the outcome I was seeking and took my case seriously. She had my child’s best interest at heart and I will be the first to say Ruth is an amazing woman, mom, and attorney. I trust her with everything and she handled my situation with grace and compassion. She trul...y cares about the best interest of your children and is dedicated to keeping your family safe. Ruth Vernier is by far the best family law attorney in the area. In my opinion, she is not considered “budget friendly” but it is true that you get what you pay for and she is worth every penny! Everyone in her office is friendly; the paralegals, attorneys and the finance manager. If anyone ever needs a recommendation for a family law attorney, I give them Ruth’s information. Tara, Brooke and Chase were so helpful and got us to the finish line within a year timeframe. They are very professional and knowledgeable in law. They answered all of my questions, even the silly ones and I believe I had a LOT of little questions. I cannot repay them enough for all of their hard work in this matter. Ruth and her team are truly angels. Look no further - you found your attorney and I’d say good luck - but you won’t need any luck when you retain Vernier and Associates! Thanks again for everything Ruth. I will forever remember/cherish how far you and your team went to protect my precious little one. I think the world of you guys!

Posted by Heedar | February 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mrs. Ruth Vernier is simply the best

Mrs. Vernier and her team helped guide me through a complex case to my complete satisfaction. Top to bottom her team is professional and tenacious.

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES OVER!!

Normally I skip over these types of reviews, but when they are so life-impacting, I feel they are necessary. I sued my son's mother for custody due to some very concerning circumstances and issues that were brought to my attention...issues that keep a father up at night and constantly worried. Tenill...e Duncan happen to take my case and she absolutely wiped the floor with the opposing party/counsel. She didn't wipe the floor because the opposing team was inept, she did so because she and Ruth Vernier and their team are brilliant, know the law and are probably the most professional and sharp attorneys I've ever met. Class act doesn't even properly describe Vernier and Associates. They are angels sent from above, FACT! Potentially saved my son's life.

Posted by Humberto | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Greatness

Mrs. Ruth and her team have been nothing less then a blessing. When I originally started my custody battle I hired another attorney which did absolutely nothing for me. Mrs. Ruth and her team then stepped in and took charge! The patience and dedication I have seen is amazing! I am so great full and l...ooking forward to the final hearing to have this case settled.

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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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