Michael Catt

Family Attorney at Orange, TX

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Exceptional!!!

Michael Catt is THE attorney you want! My husband and I hired Michael for our custody case. Michael demonstrates what is right, what is true, and what is just. Never straying from that! He’s a man of Faith and true, undeniable GRIT! Because Michael is all those things and so much more, we would recommend him to anyone in need of a family law attorney. Thank you Michael for doing such an amazing job with our case. Also, I wanted to thank his paralegal, Ms. Deb. Michael and his team are the BEST!!!!

Family Custody Case

First i want to say, i was a father trying to get full custody of my 9 year old son. Michael was referred to us by another respected attorney that was retiring, when i asked that attorney who would you have represent you, without hesitation he said Michael Catt. Throughout our process Michael has always been responsive, friendly, courteous and truthful. In court, Michael is factual and is very prepared for the case. Hands down Michael Catt in my opinion is the best attorney in Orange County. Michael is the real deal and his paralegal Deb is on top of everything. As a father to get full custody of my son was a dream and Michael made it our reality. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts, Micheal you changed our lives forever!!!!

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AGGRESSIVELY SERVING THE LEGAL MATTERS OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS.

The professionals at Catt Law Firm are experienced, qualified and dedicated to achieving justice for those in need. We’re committed to you and put your interest as our top priority. We handle everyday concerns as well as complex and unique legal matters. Michael Catt was born in Lubbock, TX, on March 24, 1971. He is married to wife Angelique for 22 years, has 3 children, Alex, 20, Valentin, 19, and Sydney, 13. He also has 2 dogs, Max and Lucy. Michael Catt is a solo practitioner who is dedicated to serving the legal needs of the citizens of Southeast Texas. He completed his preparatory education at Texas Tech University (B.A., cum laude, 1993), legal education at University of London, Queen Mary and Westfield College (Faculty of Laws, 1995), and University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1996). He is honored to have won the 2015 Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell, based upon client reviews. Receiving this reputed award puts Michael Catt in the top 1% of over 900,000 attorneys in the US. Get in touch with us for a FREE initial consultation today.

Licensed for 26 years

State TX

Status Eligible to Practice in Texas

Acquired 1996

Updated 01/23/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Catt Law Firm, P.C.

(409) 745-8197 Office

1705 N 16th St

Orange, TX, 77630-3307

www.cattlawfirm.com/

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4.7 / 5.0

13 customer reviews

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Posted by Jessica | October 26, 2022

Exceptional!!!

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Posted by David | October 26, 2022

Family Custody Case

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Posted by Tammy | June 1, 2018

Excellent Attorney

We hired him for a divorce and child custody case and he listened and treated us with respect and took the time that he needed to hear all the details concerning the case, guided us in the right way and handled everything very professional. Results was great, more then we expected. I would highly recommend Mr. Cat

Posted by Benjamin | April 13, 2018

Extremely impressed

I contacted his office and I quickly received a call back that afternoon. By the next day I was talking directly with Michael Catt. I live out of town and needed guidance on property title transfer following the death of my elderly mother. He clearly explained what I needed to do. He refused payment for our call. He said it was consultation. Trust me, if I (or my Orange TX family members) ever need an attorney in the area, I will hire Mr. Catt.

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Posted by Janie | June 15, 2017

Excellent Attorney

Mr Catt helped me with the custody of my granddaughter. She other wise would have been raised in a drug house with a addict mother! He without hesitation stepped up and gave me the best council any one could ever hope for even when my pockets were empty. He is a very spiritual man and knows the value of family. It's been 5 yrs now and my grand daughter has been safe and she is well adjust in life. I don't know where she'd be now if it wasn't for Mr Catt. I am and will always be grateful to him. Without a doubt I would recommend him for your legal needs! Thank you Mr Catt for stepping up and helping us when you really didn't have Too❤️ Forever grateful Janie Stanley

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Posted by Jim | June 1, 2017

Great all-around lawyer

Mr. Catt helped me through a divorce. He was very knowledgeable and answered every question I had and addressed every concern with confidence. He was professional and polite and handled my case swiftly and efficiently. I would definitely recommend Mr. Catt for any type of legal issue you may have.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2017

Highly recommended family attorney!

Michael has been my attorney for about twelve years now. I have used him several times over the years for various family issues. I've been very pleased with him each time. He also always returns phone calls quickly & even if it's after hours. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Chris | May 12, 2017

Amazing Experience

We reached out to Michael to represent our family as we were nearing the end of a sibling foster placement and adoption was looking to be a possible option for us. Michael is very compassionate and took time to understand all the facts surrounding our case and ensured our voice was heard in proceedings. Michael handled the processing of the adoption and it could not have gone any smoother. If you are looking for an attorney who will truly take the time to understand your need and work wholeheartedly to address it, then Michael is just the attorney for you. He was not only our voice in the legal system, but also someone we completely trusted and whose opinion we value greatly.

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Posted by Jennifer | May 12, 2017

Knowledgeable, Honest, and Caring

Mr. Catt has many years of experience practicing law in Orange County. He has a great reputation and is well known in the community. Therefore, I decided to contact him when I needed assistance with a family law matter. His assistant was very friendly and helpful, and I was able to schedule an appointment within days with no hassle. Mr. Catt was thoroughly professional, and he struck me as being honest and no-nonsense. He read my existing legal documents and gave me helpful advice. I highly recommend.

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Posted by Randall | May 12, 2017

I was represented by Mr. Catt

Corporate non-compete lawsuits can be long and arduous situations. Frankly, they are zero fun. Your ability to work during this time can be impeded, as you suddenly find yourself in a legal maze with two companies fighting with each other over your book of business. I found myself in the exact situation a few years back, and hired Mr. Catt as my attorney. From our first phone call, until the last deposition, he and I were together for over a year in this case. Often in deposition rooms filled with big law firm attorneys on the opposite side of the table , I always felt that Mr. Catt was the smartest guy in the room. Ultimately, I prevailed and was able to get back to my career and normalcy resumed. I highly recommend Mr. Catt. His bedside manner is top notch, and he made it as comfortable as possible. He didn't try to wow me with legalese, he always gave it to me straight, so that I never wondered where I stood in the proceedings. I hope you don't need an attorney, but If you do, Mr. Catt is an excellent option.

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Posted by Grady | March 2, 2017

Dedicated to justice

I recently had some serious legal issues and was in need of a great defense. It didn't take me but a few seconds to realize Mr. Catt would be the best attorney for the cause. His dedication to the legal system and effort put forth to my defense was far and above more than I expected. I would definitely recommend this counselor to anyone else!!

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Posted by Marie | June 14, 2013

Mr. Catt is a professional and knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer.

Mr. Catt, in my opinion, is a great lawyer because he listens to clients and has their best interest at heart. His family is his top priority and this shows me that his values coincide with mine. He invested more than his skill and time to my problems he gave his understanding and compassion. And his passion to make sure my children were protected is what I admire the most. He was a phone call away when I was at the end of my rope hanging on for dear life. I would recommend him to anyone needing a professional and knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer.

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Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2022

Not recommend

Not recommend for a man with a lying ex wife . He will drag you along not do what’s important to you and do things that hides the bad that the wife is doing without exposing the truth to the judge.

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AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

Owner
Catt Law Firm, PC
2012 - Present

Partner
Carlton & Catt, PC
1997 - 2012

Associate
Offerman & Associates
1996 - 1997

Education

University of Texas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996

University of London School of Law
Other
1995

Texas Tech University
1993

Associations

State Bar of Texas
Member
1996 - Present

Jefferson County Bar Association
Member
N/A

Orange County Bar Association
Member
N/A

Orange County Bar Association
President
2004 - 2005

Orange County Bar Association
Vice President
2003 - 2003

Orange County Bar Association
Secretary
2002 - 2002

American Bar Association
Negotiations Competition Champion
1994 - 1994

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Languages Spoken

Spanish

Honors and Awards

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

Client Distinction Award
Martindale-Hubbell
2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2014

Speaking Engagements

State Bar of Texas
Best of Family Law 101
2021

State Bar of Texas
Law in the Shadow of Covid-19
2021

Orange County Bar Association
2011 Proposed Changes to Disciplinary Rules
2011

Orange County Bar Association
Ethical Consideration in Family Law Cases
2005

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Attorney endorsements

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Given (8)

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Rodney Townsend

Family Attorney | May 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is one of the go to Family law attorneys in the area. Michael sees the forest without being lost in the trees. He is honest, ethical, straight forward and has an ability to advocate for his client while maintaining the utmost professionalism. I endorse this lawyer."

Steven Parkhurst

Family Attorney | May 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is hands down one of the best attorneys in Southeast Texas. Not only is he brilliant about legal matters, his personality is such that people are drawn to him and trust him. I have tried cases with and against Michael, and he has impressed me with his skills every time. I have referred more clients to Michael when i have been conflicted out of a case than any other attorney. If I needed a lawyer, he is the one I would call first."

Sonya Coffman

Family Attorney | Jul 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a zealous advocate for his clients and is respected by both judges and attorneys.As opposing counsel, I know him to be a man of his word who honors his agreements."