Jonathan Philip Friday

Jonathan Philip Friday

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Family Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

3401 Glenview Avenue, Austin, TX

About Jonathan

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 24 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2001

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Friday Milner Lambert Turner, PLLC

3401 Glenview Avenue, Austin, TX, 78703

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Jonathan Philip Friday's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by rachel | June 4, 2013

The smartest choice in the toughest time of your life

Absolutely, hands down, the best family lawyer in Austin. Jonathan is passionate yet level-headed, respectful yet brutally capable, and posesses honesty and virtue that demands no second guessing. I had a "friend of a friend" family lawyer at the beginning of my very painful, very messy divorce.... Although I had never needed or even knew any lawyers before my divorce, after my first mediation with my initial lawyer, I just felt there was something not right, perhaps a stone left unturned? I went to Jonathan simply for a second opinion of the mediation offer I had before me. After I met with Jonathan Friday, I felt immediately safe and informed. I was extremely satisfied with the ultimate outcome of my divorce proceedings. Jonathan is the most compassionate and knowledgeable lawyer in his field. He is detail oriented in mediation matters as well as a rock-star in the courtroom under pressure. He is good people, and he works hard to do the best job he can possibly do for each and every client.

Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2009

Did well for me.

Helped me through mediation and getting the decree signed. Assertive, and well versed tactically. I would recommend him.

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Jonathan Philip Friday's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Londergan

Family lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan has a brilliant legal mind. I learn something new for him in each mediation and case that we have against one another. In addition to being whip-smart, he is a phenomenal advocate. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Daryl Weinman

Family lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledge, experienced and professional."

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Jennifer Cochran

Mediation lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Nelson

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jonathan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Patricia Dixon

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hilton Moore

Family lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kacy Dudley

Family lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jonathan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Joseph Newberry

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is an excellent family law lawyer in the Austin area. I have worked with him as opposing counsel and as a mediator and hold him out as one of the best in Austin."

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Brian Walters

Child custody lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is a smart, hard working, honest and tough lawyer. You want him on your side."

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Leigh De La Reza

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is an excellent attorney and mediator. I would highly recommend him."

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Christopher Kirker

Family lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan Friday is an excellent attorney and mediator."

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Amy Lambert

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jonathan is one of the best, if not the best, young family lawyers in our community. His litigation skills and negotiation expertise are exceptional, and they are matched by his compassion and unrelenting drive to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. The biggest compliment one attorney can give another is a referral and my firm frequently refers cases to him. As a mediator, I frequently have the opportunity to observe him with his clients, and without fail, they feel well-represented."

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Audrey Blair

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is a great lawyer and mediator. He strikes the perfect balance between being reasonable with his colleagues and advocating strongly for his clients."

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Oscar Jackson

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Milner

Family lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jonathan is widely regarded as one of the best young attorneys in Austin for good reason. His trial ability, knowledge of the law, and the energy with which he pursues his clients' interests make him a formidable opponent. I would highly recommend him to any potential client."

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Amy Lambert

Family lawyer

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Scott Milner

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2010

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2009

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2008

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2007

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2005

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Friday Milner Lambert Turner, PLLC

2002 - 2013

Managing Partner, Friday, Friday & Kazen, LLP

Associations

2009 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2009 - Present

Travis County Family Law Advocates

Member

2009 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization - Family Law

Member

Education

2001

Baylor University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1997

Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

2013 Travis County Bench Bar

The Good, the Bad, and the Alienating” - Parental Alienation

2013

2013 Spring Seminar, Paralegal Division

Discovery – What’s New…Tips and Pitfalls

2011

Advanced Family Law

Do I Have to Drink the Kool-Aid? Maintaining a Litigation and Collaborative Practice

2010

Family Law, Austin Style

Travis County Discovery

2010

Family Law Essentials Seminar

Discovery Responses & Objections: Making Them and Compelling Them

2008

Family Law Essentials

Characterization and Tracing

2006

Family Law Practice Seminar

Managing the Family Law Office to Serve Your Clients Better

2005

Texas Advanced Paralegal Seminar

Reimbursement/Economic Contribution – So What is the Law Now

Languages

English

Activity

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