Judith Ann Leecraft

Judith Ann Leecraft

also known as Judy Leecraft

3.8
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +3 more

812 San Antonio Street Suite 530, Austin, TX

About Judith

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 30%

31 years

30%
Child Support 10%

31 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Leecraft & Newberry, P.C.

812 San Antonio Street Suite 530, Austin, TX, 78701-2224

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Judith Ann Leecraft's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.8 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | 1 star

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2014 | Child Custody

Ran through 2k in a week and did nothing

My bad review mimics the other bad review. And I am also female like the majority of bad reviews. If you are a man, you will win your custody case with this attorney. Not if you are the mother. She is a father attorney apparently. So if you are the mother, avoid her. I fired her and she charged me... $50 for the letter confirming.

Judith Leecraft

Replied last March 14, 2014

Unfortunately, no one in my office knows who this person is.

Posted by the dude | March 10, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Crappy atty

was served by this person in a divorce modification case. she had the style of the case right, but the body of the pleading was an amalgamation of 2 other cases. and, the certificate of service was for a 3rd client of hers. oh, and she of course blamed it on her asst, but isn't the atty the one that ...signs off on pleadings? whenever i mention her name to other attys, they all either laugh or roll their eyes. she's a horrible lawyer and would only recommend her to people i want to see lose a case!

Judith Leecraft

Replied last March 10, 2014

Clearly this was the opposing party to the case. I was able to prevail in this case and he is now complaining.

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...y to hurry. Deadline after deadline was missed. Horrible experience.

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...ent to another attorney who finalized in one meeting. Wish we had started with him. Judy will also charge you for copying your original docs for her office files before giving them back to you -- several boxes in our case. She charges you if you to call to ask status when you have not heard from her even if status is unchanged. Basically you should plan to take out a very large loan and be prepared to spend a couple of years if you hire her. Since she never finished ours, not sure if you'll ever get done.

Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2012 | Child Custody

Horrible Lawyer, Absolutly your life mistake if you hire her.

She took my retainer and then did NOTHING! ABSOLUTLY NOTHING… One time She showed up at my hearing, and when she could not argue with the other attorney (of course because she never prepared for the case) she simply went back to her office and charged me for that hearing. I lost custody of my childre...n because of her lack of attention to my case. She never read emails. Lot of mistakes. Documents always contained many inaccuracies. I had a hearing for which her lawyers would not even meet with me until the night before. They drag my case out for almost 2 years when it should have been done in less than 3 months! Each time I can get a hold of someone to talk about my case, it’s a different attorney! She can’t even keep her office or other attorneys in her office organized! She is money HUNGRY. I recommend this lawyer to people who wish to loose their case. Are you? Whenever i mention her name to other lawyers, they all either laugh or roll their eyes. She a horrible lawyer and would only recommend her to people i want to see lose a case! Please you have many other choices…do not do the mistake I have done…specially if you fighting a custody.

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Judith Ann Leecraft's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Londergan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Victoria Broussard

Family lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jennifer Caras

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Gregory Monroe

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2004

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1996 - Present

, Law Office of Judy A. Leecraft & Associates, P.C.

Associations

2003 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2003 - Present

Board of Advocates

Member

2000 - Present

State Bar Family Law Foundation

Lifetime Member

1998 - Present

Williamson County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

College of the State Bar

Member

1997 - Present

Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

1996 - Present

Austin Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1996 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Waite v. Waite

Appellate Court held for Petitioner.

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Education

1996

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

University of Texas at Austin

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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