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Biography
Since starting my firm in 2008 I have handled offer six hundred divorce and family law cases in Harris and surrounding counties.
I have extensive trial experience and I am a published family law attorney.
Highly Experienced Divorce and Family Law representation.
Highly Experienced Divorce and Family Law representation.
Highly Experienced Divorce and Family Law representation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
18 years | 330 cases
Family
50%
18 years | 330 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 17 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
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Jessica L Burkett's Reviews
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Posted by Curtis | October 23, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Child Custody/Divorce
I hired Jessica a year ago to help me defend myself against a team of bloodthirsty lawyers my ex wife hired. She kept the wolves at bay and helped me get visitation with my son back. I originally hired Jessica because she was affordable and allowed payment plans where other lawyers wanted a ridiculou...
Posted by Mark | August 22, 2013
Divorce
Jessica is not like ANY of the attorneys I have dealt with in the past. She handled my case with my best interest in mind. She is very honest and trustworthy. She has given me the confidence to know that, if I need someone to represent me, I would not hesitate to contact her! If you are tired of...
Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2012 | Child Custody
Modification and contempt
I used her to get my son back after the ex kept him from me for 9 months. I won the contempts, I got 100% custody and she spent three days in jail.
Posted by Jessica | March 05, 2012 | Uncontested Divorce
My Divorce Expereince
She was great to work with. I was not sure if my ex husband would contest or even sign the divorce papers. Most lawyers I talked to said that the only way to handle this type was to start off as a contested divorce. Jessica was the only one that said she would start of as a uncontested divorce and...
Posted by Rebecca | January 24, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Best experience I have had with an attorney.
I used Ms. Burkett for my divorce and custody case and could not have been more pleased with the service and attention that I received. I will definately be referring all of my friends and family to Burkett & Associates.
Jessica L Burkett's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jessica is an honest and ethical attorney that I highly recommend. She strongly advocates for her clients, especially when children are involved."
"Ms. Burkett is a stellar lawyer who not only excels in the field of family law, but she is honest, ethical, hard working and respected. Whether I have worked with her on a case or on the other side of a case, she has always been a fierce advocate for her client, a very firm but respectful opposing counsel, and she is always prepared and accessible. I happily and without any reservations endorse this excellent lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is the best! We had a case together were I was the opposing counsel on a very messy divorce. Not only was she professional at all times, she was knowledgable, punctual, and courteous. A lot of lawyers would have been frustrated but she ALWAYS remained calm under pressure. She is a remarkable Family Law Attorney."
"Jessica Burkett volunteers free time answering questions on AVVO to assist those needing help with immigration problems. She is well respected by both judges and attorneys. I wholeheartedly endorse her."
"Jessica was an opposing counsel on a case. She aggressively advocated on behalf of her client and was a formidable opponent. She was always professional despite our client's differences. I have since consulted with her on other matters because of her knowledge and expertise in the family law arena. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking an experienced and aggressive attorney."
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Experience
Honors
N/A
NA, NA
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Burkett Law Office PLLC
Associations
2016 - Present
Fort Bend County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Divorce with children and property
Comming soon
Child custody
Comming soon
Education
2008
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Texas System, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
NA
NA
Publications
2017
NA
NA
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Who needs to leave the house?
09 Apr 2020
Q&A
We have a court order for visitation for summer time 100 miles of each other. The custodial parent lives 60 miles out.
08 Apr 2020
Q&A
How can I take my boyfriend off child support?
10 Apr 2020