Kristiana Ruth Heap Butler

Kristiana Ruth Heap Butler

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Adoption, LGBT+ Law

3307 Northland Drive, Suite 420, Austin, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 12 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2013

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

GoransonBain Ausley

3307 Northland Drive, Suite 420, Austin, TX, 78731

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Kristiana Ruth Heap Butler's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by LP | April 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thoughtful Representation

I had an amicable divorce and Kristiana helped me understand my options without pushing for litigation. I made an educated decision about how to approach my divorce and she resolved it quickly and efficiently with kindness and professionalism. Thank you, Kristiana!

Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank You

Kristiana gave me the assurance I needed that my divorce could be handled with integrity, grace, and expediency. She and her paralegal team more than delivered. The relationship with the firm was completely transparent and professionally managed. Kristiana struck the balance of being extremally fo...cused on the details of the agreement while keeping in mind my personal big picture strategy and goals. By the time we reached mediation we were equipped to calmly reach a fair settlement. My personal challenge was, in very little time, made lighter with Kristiana's compassion and professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Super helpful divorce attorney!

Mrs. Butler was incredibly helpful when I was going through my divorce. I was so confused and hurt before I went to see her, but she walked me through everything and made sure I understood the process. And now that’s everything has been settled, I know I couldn’t have gotten through this without her ...guidance. She was so supportive when helping me understand my options when it came to my child’s custody agreement. I can honestly say, I couldn’t have made it through the whole process without her.

Posted by Stephanie | March 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A True Professional, with Heart

I hired Kristiana in June 2022 to handle my divorce and she was a comforting and competent presence in a very trying time. It was a relief to have an attorney advocating for me and my child who was so knowledgeable and caring. Kristiana is patient - she answered all my questions and explored every op...tion with me. She is also responsive - I could always reach her when I needed and she returned calls and emails quickly. My divorce was handled amicably and finalized quickly, thanks to Kristiana. Above all else, Kristiana is kind. You won't be working with an attorney who is here to close your case and draw a paycheck. She cares about her clients and will advocate for their best interests above all else. 10/10 would recommend Kristiana.

Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst Attorney in Austin

I have never experienced such incompetence. She doesn’t prepare and will work against you because of it. She did not answer my calls the day before my hearing and then manipulated me into a settlement 30 minutes before we were to go before the judge. No matter how many times I said I wanted to go b...efore the judge and present my case.. She will act kind, then put you under extreme duress to make her job easier.. She was not on my side, she was working with the other side. She manipulated me into decisions the entire time by playing with my emotions. Kristiana will act empathetic but she doesn’t have genuine feelings for your case or situation. When I tell people the things she did they are in disbelief. I still can’t wrap my mind around what she did to me.

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Kristiana Ruth Heap Butler's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Hennan

Child custody lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kristiana is a great advocate for clients. She is sharp, extremely prepared, and professional in the way that builds credit with both the court and the opposition. I would recommend her without hesitation."

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Aubrey Morgan

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kristiana because I believe that her passion for her practice and her clients, as well as her legal expertise, is palpable. I would highly recommend her!"

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Kevin Weber

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kristiana is one of the kindest and most competent lawyers I know. As a fellow family law attorney, I have always found her insights and advice to be spot on and extraordinarily helpful. I would recommend her without reservation."

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Catherine Baron

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have had the great pleasure of working with Kristiana. She is a persistent and persuasive attorney. She is competent and professional both in and out of the courtroom. I recommend Kristiana to anyone seeking guidance in family law matters."

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Daryl Weinman

Family lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Kristiana is very professional, knowledgeable, hard-working, straight forward and ethical. She does an amazing job for her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Up-and-Coming 100 Lawyers Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2023

Up-and-Coming 50 Women Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2023

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2017

Texas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2014

Membership, College of the State Bar of Texas

2012

Mediation Certification, Office of Dispute Resolution

Work Experience

2006 - 2010

Editor, D Magazine Partners

Associations

2019 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Texas

Member

2019 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Austin

Member

2014 - Present

Junior League of Austin

Member

2014 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2014 - Present

Mother Attorney Mentoring Association of Austin

Director

2013 - Present

Texas Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Austin Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Travis County Women Lawyer's Association

Member

2013 - Present

Austin Young Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

TCU Alumni Association

Member

2016 - 2018

Williamson County Bar Association, Women's Law Section

Vice President

2014 - 2019

Williamson County Bar Association, Women's Law Section

Member

2011 - 2013

Texas Tech Law Review

Articles Editor

Education

2013

Texas Tech University

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

2006

Columbia University

MS - Master of Science

2005

Texas Christian University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Victoria Family Law Essentials Seminar

Modifications

2019

TAPS Seminar

Social Media, Discovery and Ethics

2018

WilCo WLS Brown Bag Series

Divorce 101

Publications

2017

Texas Family Law Foundation Annotated Texas Family Code Contributor, Annotated Texas Family Code

Languages

English

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