Deanna Lynn Whitley

I interviewed a wealth of attorneys as I sought to divorce a very manipulative and abusive man. It was going to be critical for me to find a smart, fearless and experienced team that would also relate to me in both a direct, yet compassionate manner. I had done plenty homework on what to expect in ...a quality attorney, but still felt befuddled at whatever legal future events loomed ahead. I interviewed and by-passed a number before finding Attorney Whitley. I set my intentions on checking out Attorney Whitley, realizing that an attorney is only as powerful and competent as her team. What a team! My first encounter was an intake interview with one of her staff. By the time I finished clarifying my case, needs and concerns while also listening to responses and information given me, I felt at great ease. If this team member truly represented the essence of the Whitley Law Firm, I knew this should be my choice. By the end of my intake interview, I felt heard, regarded and well positioned. I felt I had possibly found the team to do this critical life-impacting work for me. My next step was to then meet Attorney Whitley. I was understandably nervous for I wanted this to work, based on what I had already experienced. Still, I recognized that she had to be that one complex piece of the legal puzzle, offering a glove-snug fit. Before meeting Attorney Whitley, her receptionist greeted me with a calm that I took effort to note. If her demeanor was indicative of an overriding welcoming and confident team spirit, then this was likely to be another great experience. I was led into Attorney Whitley’s office and shared my case. Neither pushing nor shoving, she queried and commented in a manner that helped hone my delivery, astutely revealing specifics of my need. Attorney Whitley took time to listen intently, as if I were her only. Her cool, competent demeanor was empowering. She responded in specifics to my case, never disrespectfully lending to general conveyor-belt assessment. She possessed a grit signaling that she would not be tampered with – and neither would her clients be. How I needed someone who would know how to turn up the heat and fight for me, if warranted. With zero reservation, I decided that Attorney Whitely and her team would represent me. In the months that followed, I interfaced with one of her highly expert paralegal staff. I respected her manner for we were able to address finer details in direct nature without wasting time or needless back and forth communications. I never felt any "stone left unturned" and my every query was swiftly and professionally addressed. Time came for the mediation – done via Zoom due to COVID. That’s when I met Attorney Dallas Olsen. Groundwork astutely done by para-legal, Dallas now worked with me in live virtual online forum. The best way for me to describe her competence is to say it plainly. Attorney Dallas “kicked butt”! I watched her discuss and pen my case like a champ for me. By the time all was done, I was indeed awarded what I had hoped. I attributed this to the thorough work of Attorney Olsen. She later accompanied me into the judge’s chamber to conclude the divorce. It comforted me to see this titan of a woman once again representing me. Her calming, no-nonsense demeanor reassured me that every “jot and tittle” of the law would be addressed – and it was. Lastly, my interfaces with the financial staff of Attorney Whitley’s firm were all positive, swift and exact. I always knew where I stood financially. That was important to me for it was critical to be able to govern my funds with certainty. I most highly recommend Attorney Deanne Whitley and her efficacious “A” Team to anyone needing hefty legal representation. They absolutely deliver!

After being attacked by false accusations by my angry stalker soon to be ex husband and completely neglected and robbed of my entire life savings from my first lawyer, Deanna stepped in and cleaned up a mess that most people would not want to deal with. Not only did she get the current lawyer Roger S...tephens, who had stolen $7k retainer and refused to allow me to fire him, she also was able to write a custody agreement that was fair and in the best interest of my child. Deanna and Kat are professional, organized, and help put your mind at ease during a very stressful time. It was clear that she was a respected lawyer in the court room. She is honest, fair, and understanding. I highly recommend hiring her for a high intensity custody case.

Deanna L. Whitley is an exceptionally talented litigator, as well as ethical and compassionate professional, who zealously represented me in a divorce proceeding. She was very responsive to my questions and concerns. Given her diligence, persistence and skill, she obtained an expedited setting to f...inalize my divorce, despite the time restrictions imposed by COVID-19. Her deft, experienced staff frequently updated me on my divorce progress. Divorce is traumatic. However, when represented by a wise and bright lawyer like Deanna, the client is confident that his or her rights/goals will be aggressively pursued. I was always prepared, by Deanna and her staff. My concerns were allayed, because I received prompt learned legal counsel. Altogether, I hold The Whitley Law Firm, PC in the highest regard, recommending them as the most skilled, proficient and knowledgeable family law attorneys/staff in San Antonio, Texas and surrounding areas.

Ms. Whitley is a very impressive Attorney. Her knowledge of the law goes above and beyond. Going thru a divorce is difficult and scary. Ms. Whitley and her wonderful staff made it so much easier. Sandy's guidance thru each step was awesome and helped to make it bearable. Every email and phone c...alls were answered quickly. Everyone that I had contact with at Whitley Law Firm, made me feel as if I were their only client and my needs, no matter how big or small, were there only concern. I would Highly Recommend Ms. Whitley and her staff.

I finally found the light at the end of the tunnel with the help of Deanna! She is a GOD SEND. My divorce took me 2 years of ups and downs. I was so devastated and so lost in the beginning, unsure, not knowing where to turn. I am so grateful to have Deanna and her legal team represent me in my case. ...My case was not a simple divorce case. She was able to maneuver confidently in the courtroom while giving me peace. She comes up with creative strategies that helped me. I know she made some suggestions to me pertaining to my case that I didn’t understand at the time why she was recommending it, but boy am I glad I listened to her. Before I decided to hire Deanna, I have gone through a vigorous process of interviewing a dozen of attorneys. None of the attorneys that I have interviewed could give me the assurance that I would get the best representation. It wasn’t until I made a consultation with Deanna to discuss my case that I knew I made the right choice. I listened to my heart and I knew she was the right attorney to represent my children and I. The divorce itself was so painful; Deanna is a well-seasoned attorney who has practice family law for a very long time. I honestly took a leap of faith with her. One thing I can say is that Deanna and her legal team really does care for their clients on a personal level. I was treated with dignity and respect even when I was an emotional wreck. In fact, I got everything I wanted in my divorce with the help of Deanna. I am so grateful for this! I will say that yes the firm gets really busy so some of the steps that I took to help my case: - Get organized!!!! - I put all documents in a document protectors and in a binder - I also put sticky notes of events to explain documents - I made 2 copies. One for me, the other for attorney to ensure we both had corresponding documents - I had a character list of all parties involved. I.e.: Karol=my mom etc. - I had a timeline of all the significant events that occurred & typed it out on word DOC. If new situations occurred I revised word doc and resubmitted. Timeline is ex: Summer 2017… Spring 2017. This happened… I am very happy with my decision. If you need a strong attorney who will go above and beyond for you and actually cares about you call the Whitley Law Firm, you will not regret it! This firm is awesome, I feel like they are family!!! -