Scott Milner

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Scott Milner

also known as J. Scott Milner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

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

3401 Glenview Ave., Austin, TX

About Scott

Biography

Aggressive, Responsive, and Results-Focused Advocacy.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

20 years

60%
Child Custody 30%

Divorce, Child Custody, Custody and Child Support Modifications, Suits Affecting the Parent Child Relationship.

20 years

30%
Family 10%

20 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 475-475 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 20 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2005

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Friday Milner Lambert Turner, PLLC

3401 Glenview Ave., Austin, TX, 78703

fmltlaw.com

Scott Milner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (18)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | April 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding in Every Way

I cannot say enough about Scott and his team. Scott has a way of explaining things that makes complex and overwhelming things seem simple or at least manageable. I can't even tell you how important this is but if you find yourself going through a divorce, you know. Scott is the same way in the courtr...oom. He argues to the court in a way that is so straight forward, smart and simple. Other lawyers seem to want to confuse and complicate, but Scott explains and simplifies. Most importantly, he wins. He won every single hearing I had in my case which in the end gave us a ton of momentum and this led us to settling the case in mediation on terms that I was happy with. I really cannot recommend him enough.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Smart and Honest

As an attorney I know that representing another attorney in an action can be difficult. My experience with Amy and then Scott through a long and contentious divorce trial was far beyond my expectations. Not only were they brilliant, responsive and dedicate, but thoroughly honest and transparent. I ca...nnot recommend them more highly, and have already had referred clients thank me for sending them to FMLT.

Posted by Rich | December 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Attorney

I hired Scott to represent me in a modification for custody and I could not have made a better choice. Scott was professional, knowledgeable, and great in court. Everyone told me that fathers cannot win custody of their child in Texas. Scott proved that wrong and our family is so grateful.

Posted by Tammy | December 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I highly recommend Scott Milner if you need a family law attorney

I recently called upon Scott Milner to help me after poor legal representation during a trial resulted in an unfavorable result. Scott is very detail oriented - this is very important if you find yourself in a high-conflict dispute. He is level-headed, logical, and knows how to effectively question... witnesses. Scott is a kind, compassionate, highly ethical family law attorney. My case has now been transferred out of the county, and Scott is no longer my attorney. That, however, has not stopped him from checking in to see how things are going, and doing everything he can to continue to help in my case. I would highly recommend Scott Milner if you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing a family law attorney.

Posted by Chris | December 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I have never needed help before until divorce and he was a life saver

During my divorce process, I have never felt like my life was so outside of my control until the day I met Scott Milner. When my ex filed for a trial, I had to change from a prior firm to Milner Lambert Turner and thank God for that. I immediately felt like everything would work out because it was... clear that the opposing attorney could not push me around anymore. I will never forget it when Scott advised me, "let me be the attorney and you be the doctor." When you are beat down, the other side will try to take advantage of you so the first thing they do is start the beatings. In no time, all of that stopped. The legal system can be a game of chess and Scott is an apt field general. You will feel lucky if he is on your team.

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Scott Milner's Lawyer Endorsements

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D. Micah Royer

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Scott on the other side of cases, and have mediated for him many times. Scott is prepared, articulate, aggressive when necessary, ethical, and results-oriented. I recommend and endorse Scott."

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Jennifer Cochran

Family lawyer | Feb 17

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 Jevon. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Brian Walters

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Milner is one of the toughest and smartest lawyers in his field. You would be wise to hire him to represent you."

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Hilton Moore

Family lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Scott on difficult family law matters, and appreciate his maturity and ability to effectively advocate for his client while maintaining civility in the legal process. A very good lawyer."

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Jonathan Friday

Family lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Definitely one of the best young lawyers in the area. Professional, intelligent, hard working, tough (but still easy to work with so as to not unnecessarily increase the costs to the clients)."

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James Piper

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Travis Turner

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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D. Micah Royer

Family lawyer

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Jeffrey Miller

Family lawyer

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Hilton Moore

Family lawyer

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Jonathan Friday

Family lawyer

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James Piper

Family lawyer

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Travis Turner

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Superlawyer, Thomson Reuters

2024

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2023

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2023

Superlawyer, Thomson Reuters

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Superlawyer, Thomson Reuters

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Superlawyer, Thomson Reuters

2021

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Superlawyer, Thomson Reuters

2020

Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2015

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2014

Texas Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2011

Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation

2011

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2010

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Friday Milner Lambert Turner, PLLC

2005 - 2013

Attorney, The Milner Law Firm, PLLC

2004 - 2004

Law Clerk, Travis County District Attorney

2003 - 2003

Law Clerk, Minton Burton Foster & Collins

Associations

2011 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Fellow

2008 - 2009

Austin Cosmopolitan Rotary Club

Member

2007 - 2008

Austin Cosmopolitan Rotary Club

Director

2005 - 2009

Travis County Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2009

Austin Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2005 - 2009

Austin Young Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - 2009

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2004 - 2005

Texas Review of Litigation

Editor

Education

2005

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Texas A&M University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2009

Family Law Essentials Seminar

"Characterization and Tracing"

2009

Advanced Family Law Practice for Paralegals

Assisting in Child Custody Disputes

2008

Family Law Essentials Seminar

"Getting It In and Keeping It Out - A Family Lawyer's Guide to Evidentiary Rules"

Publications

2009

Advanced Family Law Practice for Paralegals Assisting in Child Custody Disputes

Languages

English

Activity

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