Michael Robert Whelan Jr.

Michael Robert Whelan Jr.

also known as Mike Whelan, Jr.

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Rockport, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Probate

PO Box 2660, Rockport, TX

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 60%

We use limited scope options and flat fees to manage most of our family law cases, primarily divorce and custody. We also take payments.

15 years | 70 cases

60%
Estate Planning 20%

We handle non-tax estate planning on a flat fee basis, including documents to prepare for disability or incapacity.

15 years | 20 cases

20%
Probate 20%

We work with grieving families using many of Texas' alternative probate procedures. If you are unfamiliar with this area, know that there are many streamlined options. We generally work on a flat fee basis with probate cases.

15 years | 20 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 14 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2011

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Whelan Law Firm

PO Box 2660, Rockport, TX, 78381

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Michael Robert Whelan Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by wes | August 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Adoption

We were on our way to Texas from Utah for an adoption when our attorney called and backed out on us. We found Michael and he was able to get the paperwork done quickly. He was able to file our paper work to be able to cross state lines with the baby faster than we thought possible. He was a life save...r for our family.

Posted by Heather | September 24, 2014

A man who really gets behind and cares for his clients.

A couple of years ago I was faced with one of the hardest things I've ever had to go through; a custody battle. Mike somehow made me feel so much more at ease during such a difficult time. He always took the time to really listened to me, got back to me right away when I called, and got in touch wit...h me as soon as he had any updates or information. He didn't feel like my lawyer, he felt like a friend by the end of it. I really appreciate him and all he did for me and my family. I wouldn't recommend anyone else besides him!

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2014

Knowledgeable and Efficient Lawyer

Two years ago, I had the pleasure of working with Mike Whelan. I knew I was about to go through what could have easily been a messy custody battle. My ex had made threats to me and has a very unstable lifestyle. When I first called Mr. Whelan, I was scared and uncertain of how to navigate through ...this situation. He was able to put my mind at ease within the first phone call. His personality is direct, but he is also kind and has a good sense of humor to help make the difficult process much more comfortable. Over the course of four months, Mr. Whelan was able to quickly and efficiently draw up paperwork to keep my two-year-old daughter safe. He was calm and professional in dealing with my belligerent ex, and very patient in answering my questions. Mr. Whelan was very affordable in comparison to other family lawyers. He was always available to answer questions. He also was able to work around my teacher schedule so I would not have to miss much work. When he wrote the final paperwork, I felt like it was a joint venture in that he wrote the drafts and then quickly sent them to me for edits. The whole process was quick and painless. In the end, Mr. Whelan was able to word the paperwork expertly so that my daughter was kept safe, but she is still able to have a relationship with her father. If and when I need a lawyer again, I will ALWAYS go to Mike Whelan.

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Michael Robert Whelan Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Marc Whipple

Unknown lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Friend

"Mr. Whelan is a conscientious, thoughtful attorney who always seems to be striving to find a way to give his clients better service and help other attorneys do likewise."

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Bryan Fagan

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fran Brochstein

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael organized and co-hosted one of the best and innovative continuing legal educations I've ever attended. He is giving and caring person. He is extremely professional with everyone in interacts with. He is a strong advocate for his clients. If you have a legal issue, I highly recommend that you consult with him."

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Arneatha Wright

Unknown lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great podcasts!"

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Florita Welsh

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Phillips

Estate planning lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kellye Hughes

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Tolchin

Family lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Michael Whelan for family law. He is a hard-working attorney and a leader in the Bar. Michael produces continuing legal education (CLE) materials and even co-administers a CLE for attorneys to attend and learn. I endorse Michael."

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Robert von Dohlen

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Monica Nunez

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Michael Whelan since law school. Even then he showed true passion for family law. He has since grown that passion into his family law practice where he always strives to get the best results for his clients while maintaining as amicable an environment as possible for all those involved."

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Jason Partney

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike for a few years. I had the pleasure of working with him in the same office for a little over a year before we both went out on our own. His approach to divorce, custody, enforcements, and modification issues gives his clients the highest value for their dollar. He throws himself into the client's dilemma and provides real-world advice and solutions. If you want a straight answer for your case and its total costs, then look no further."

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Angela Brown

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Mike for years and I wholeheartedly endorse him as an attorney. He actively stays up on top of current case law and judicial preferences. He has a great attitude and quick wit that plays well inside the court room and out."

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Christopher Garza

Family lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Michael for about four years. A caring family man, he's passionate about family law. He genuinely empathizes and is concerned about his clients and both their well-being and the well-being of their families."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Whelan Law Firm

Associations

2011 - Present

State Bar of Texas

2011 - Present

Austin Bar Association, Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Other parent accused my client of molestation

Agreed order

"Agreed" divorce

Agreed order

Mom tried to terminate my client's rights as parent

Client's rights not terminated

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Education

2011

University of Texas School of Law

JD

2006

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Lawyer Forward 2016 Leaving The Law?

2015

IgniteLaw Las Vegas Teach Like A Lawyer

Publications

2009

Texas International Law Journal Sotomayor and the Future of International Law

Languages

English

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