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David A. Kazen

Divorce and separation Attorney at Austin, TX

5.0   10 reviews
  • Licensed for 27 years
    State TX
    Acquired 1995
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found

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YOU ARE IN GOOD HANDS WITH A PERSONALIZED PATH TO RESOLUTION.

Except for the time it took to earn both undergraduate and law degrees from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, I have lived in Austin, Texas since the fourth grade.  I’m proud to come from a long line of lawyers and public servants.  I have spent over 20 years practicing Family Law, including  divorce, complex property division, child custody, child support, collaborative law, adoptions, pre and post-nuptial agreements, family violence (Protective Orders), and virtually every aspect of the law affecting families.   Since 2006, I have been Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. 

 

When you need the services of a Family Law professional, there’s not a more important decision than who you choose as your representative.  I believe that the lawyer should take the tone from the client and take care to understand what the client seeks to accomplish.  The lawyer’s job is to help the client navigate the legal landscape and offer the client expert legal advice from which the client can choose to accomplish his or her goals.  Getting this right requires providing the client as much explanation as is necessary to make the client feel comfortable and informed.  That, and achieving the best results, is what separates good lawyers from great lawyers. 

Awards

Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice 2016
Client's Choice
2016

Contact David

Law Office of David A. Kazen
609 W 9th St
Austin, TX, 78701-2211

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Client's Choice 2016
Client's Choice
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Posted by Kathleen | January 25, 2019
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David Kazen divorce attorney review
I hired David Kazen as my divorce attorney. It was important to me that he was a good person and that he would follow what I wanted to happen within the divorce while at the same time being prepared to fight for me if needed. David exceeded my expectations and helped to achieve what was most important to me in my settlement. I would highly recommend David to anyone needing a divorce attorney.
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Posted by James | February 1, 2016
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Used for Divorce and Business Law Matters
I have known David for more than ten years. Initially my business used his services for a number of business law items and we had always been very happy with his services. More recently last year he handled a quick divorce for me. He is very professional and his legal secretary Mary is equally "on-spot". They work very hard for you and are reasonable in terms of costs. They were always patient with me, and I know under the circumstances I was not always with them. That says a lot. Divorce can be an expensive proposition but David kept the costs to a minimum. I recommend David highly. He very ethical and thinks of adding items to your Final Decree that you would not have thought about. Let David handle your Divorce, Family Law or Business matters. He is an excellent attorney and his staff is dedicated and very knowledgeable.
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Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2019
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Ms.
I have worked with many attorneys in my career. David Kazen is a phenomenal attorney and very well versed in his career. He sees his clients a human beings and not as dollar signs like the majority of family lawyers out there. He knows the law and quotes case law when he drafts up a motion. David is the type of lawyer I want protecting me and my family. His paralegal, Mary is an amazing woman and well educated in family law. I couldn’t have hired a better attorney in the Austin area. David did the job he was hired to do and he even refunded me some of my retainer fee, which is very unheard of in family law. He is a top notch and ethical attorney. I highly recommend him!
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Posted by Lisa | March 29, 2019
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Highly Recommend David Kazen
David is an excellent attorney who helped me through a difficult time with his wise and patient counsel. Family law can be a highly charged emotional process, and David calmly guided me through the options available within the legal system.
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2018
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Easy Peasy
Divorce sucks, but these guys were great. My ex and I had all our stuff figured out before we showed up and David made sure everything we wanted was executed perfectly. These guys made the process very easy.
Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2016
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Highly recommend
I highly recommend David. He is very knowledgeable and gave me the practical advice I wanted (and needed) to draw my divorce to a close quickly and efficiently.
Posted by David | July 8, 2016
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Simply The Best and Smartest
David Kazen is simply one of the best and smartest family attorneys in the State of Texas period!. After our initial consultation, David laid out a strategy for my case and explained it to me in detail including the potential pitfalls. We agreed on this plan knowing we would have to adjust along the way. He was methodical in his approach and his knowledge of the law and the court system was impressive. He was able to exact our plan even better than I had hoped. I am a man in the State of Texas and I asked for a change in conservatorship and to be awarded full custody as primary caretaker of my daughter with no geographical restrictions and child support - a near impossible goal. With David's expertise, I received everything I asked for. David is the ultimate teammate and I am grateful for his presence. He is a winner!
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Posted by Todd | July 7, 2016
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Excellent Litigator
David has been my attorney for almost a decade now and has artfully worked is way through an incredibly difficult divorce. I have appreciated his thorough knowledge of the law coupled with his rational and sensible advice throughout the process. It was extremely important to me during such a stressful and emotionally trying process that I could not only trust, but also rely on. I consider David top notch and would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my friends or family if they were ever to need the services of a family law attorney.
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Posted by Raymond | June 21, 2016
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Kudos to Mr. Kazen
As a client of David Kazen, I am extremely impressed and pleased with the attention, performance, professionalism and knowledge Mr. Kazen possesses and displays. Having the need for his services, I was anxious and a bit confused as to the proper procedures involved — it was fantastic to work with an attorney that truly cares about his clients and the outcome of their proceedings. Throughout my case, he was always quick to respond, make himself available "after hours" and was patient and thorough in explaining the status and details/developments. I'm very appreciative of the assistance and professionalism Mr. Kazen embodies and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to colleagues, friends and family.
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Posted by anonymous | March 8, 2016
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Complicated Divorce
David did a great job navigating through a complicated property division and saving my separate estate. He did a great job explaining the law and how it related to my special circumstance. Coupled with a good tracing firm, he saved my separate property.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Associate
  • Brown McCarroll LLP
  • 2003 - 2005
  • Associate
  • Hilgers & Watkins, P.C.
  • 2000 - 2003
  • Attorney
  • Law Office of David A. Kazen
  • 1997 - 2000
  • Associate
  • Minter Joseph & Thornhill, PC
  • 1995 - 1997
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Education

  • Texas Tech University School of Law
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • 1995
  • Texas Tech University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1991

Legal Cases

  • In re. Pacharzina
  • Mandamus granted.

Associations

  • Williamson County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Texas Family Law Foundation
  • Lifetime Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Texas Bar Foundation
  • Fellow
  • 2011 - Present
  • Texas Family Law Foundation
  • Bill Review Committee
  • 2011 - Present
  • American Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Travis County Family Law Advocates
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Collaborative Law Group of Austin
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Collaborative Law Institute of Texas
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Texas Bar College
  • Member
  • 2003 - Present
  • Austin Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 1996 - Present
  • State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 1995 - Present
  • Texas Family Law Foundation
  • Membership Committee
  • 2017 - 2017
  • Collaborative Law Group of Austin
  • Past President
  • 2008 - 2008
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Client Champion Award
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2021
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2020
  • 10 rating
  • Justia
  • 2019
  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2019
  • 10 Best Attorneys in Client Satisfaction
  • American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
  • 2015
  • Rated Attorney
  • Lead Counsel
  • 2015
  • Listed
  • Who's Who Legal
  • 2015
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Publications

  • Innovations: Breaking Boundaries in Custody Litigation, State Bar of Texas
  • Problem Case? Try Our Creative and Protective Possession Schedules
  • 2020
  • 36th Annual Advanced Family Law Course
  • Cases Involving Foreign Nationals
  • 2010
  • Marriage Dissolution Institute
  • Possession with Bad Fact Parents: Problematic Possession Orders
  • 2010

Speaking Engagements

  • Family Law Essentials: Midland - Giving Back to Your Community
  • Evidence Handbook
  • 2018
  • Paralegal Division 2012 Spring Seminar
  • How to Teach Old Dogs New Tricks - Making a Paperless Office Work
  • 2012
  • Family Law Essentials Seminar
  • Effective and Efficient Case Preparation
  • 2011
  • Texas Advanced Paralegal Seminar
  • Possession With Bad Fact Parents
  • 2010
  • Family Law Essentials Seminar
  • Effective Presentation - Presenting Your Case on Temporary and Final
  • 2010
  • Marriage Dissolution Boot Camp
  • Getting to the Point - Separating the Useful from the Useless
  • 2010
  • Pro Bono Seminar
  • Effective Preparation and Presentation at the Final SAPCR Hearing: Conservatorship, Support and Possession Issues
  • 2009
  • Family Law Essentials Seminar
  • Competing Jurisdictions
  • 2009
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (6)
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Family Attorney | Apr 11
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"David is an experienced and knowledgeable family law attorney who fights hard for his clients. We have had many cases against each other over the years and he is definitely a worthy opponent. I have the utmost respect for his abilities."
Family Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Mar 13
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Mar 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is an exceptional lawyer.. Each time we have been in Court with David, he is always professional and very well prepared. He is respected by his colleagues. I have referred many cases to him and the feed back is always positive."
Family Attorney | Mar 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with David over many years, and he's very proficient and knowledgable. He does a very good job for his clients."
Family Attorney | Mar 13
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"David is professional, competent, and reasonable, even in high conflict situations. I look forward to working with him in the future."
Family Attorney | Oct 28
Relationship: Friend
"I have known David for several years. He is an outstanding lawyer. I frequently refer him cases in Travis and Hays counties.."
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Austin Divorce and separation Lawyer David A. Kazen
David A. Kazen
Divorce and separation Attorney
Austin, TX
Licensed for 27 years