$ 350-400 per hour
also known as Judy Leecraft
Judy is Board Certified in Family Law and specializes in divorce, child custody, grandparents' rights, modifications of child custody, interstate child custody, and changes in geographical restrictions or "move away" cases. Judy is equally talented at the negotiating table as well as in the courtroom. A natural litigator, Judy is aggressive as well as assertive, while at the same time is able to negotiate effectively in cases which are more collaborative, or where an agreement can be reached.
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31 years
31 years
31 years
31 years
$ 350-400 per hour
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Acquired: 1996
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812 San Antonio Street Suite 530, Austin, TX, 78701-2224
30 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 30 reviews
Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2013
Horrible
Took forever to get anything done, once they did actually turn something over it was sloppy and full of mistakes. Then they charged money to go back and clean up their mistakes. While her assistant would return emails, it was usually with an apology for not being able to help and a promise to get Jud...
Posted by Omar | June 05, 2013 | Child Custody
THANK YOU!
I researched many Law firms online and Leecraft & Newberry stood out to me the most, and it was because all of the great testimonies shared with the public. I would like to begin with a very gracious Thank You for all they have done for my family. It’s amazing to me how quickly my custody case was ...
Posted by Gloria | May 27, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Glacial speed and charged a fortune -- finally had to hire different attorney just to get papers signed
Went to her in basically emergency mode and yet she took forever. Then suddenly says out of retainer money and must have another $10 grand to finish or will withdraw -- this happened a couple of times always at a crucial stage. She did not get final papers signed in court -- need more $ -- finally w...
Posted by Lori | November 16, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
An Attorny You Can Embrace as Part of Your Family
Ms. Leecraft welcomed me as a client and made me feel at ease from day one of our journey. She was straight-forward and told me it was not easy but assured me that I had a solid case. Her truthfulness made me feel that I had chosen the right person to enter into a relationship with me and my family....
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
End Result was a Win/Win
Working with Judy Leecraft, Joe Newberry, and the staff at the firm was a great experience in what is inevitably a less than desirable situation. In my particular case, my ex-wife violated the educational plan for our kids as spelled out in the divorce decree, changing schools and extending the gradu...
"Judy is an excellent attorney. She cares about her clients and zealously advocates for them in order to protect their interests. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"Judy is a conscientious attorney who is not only advocating for her client's rights, but also focuses on the needs of the children caught in the middle of custody battles. She is thoughtful, balanced, and has a terrific outlook on this very demanding profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. Judy has a huge heart which is evident from her work. She is personable and relates well to each and every client. Her many years of practice have given her the experience and knowledge about family law that is somewhat rare in the Austin area."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I had a client who needed child-custody help immediately, and Judy's firm jumped on the issue and successfully fixed the situation."
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2004
Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1996 - Present
, Law Office of Judy A. Leecraft & Associates, P.C.
2003 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsMember
2003 - Present
Board of AdvocatesMember
2000 - Present
State Bar Family Law FoundationLifetime Member
1998 - Present
Williamson County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
College of the State BarMember
1997 - Present
Pro Bono College of the State Bar of TexasMember
1996 - Present
Austin Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1996 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
Appellate Court held for Petitioner.
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
Legal Answers
Issues with Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) and a court order
14 Dec 2012
Can I still receive child support for my son if he goes to job corps?
13 May 2009
I am a non custidal dad, if my son goes to job corps do i still pay child support even though he lives at job corps/
15 Jul 2009