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also known as Lianna Garza Smith
Lianna Garza Smith is a founding Partner of Deyerle Silva Smith, PLLC and has over 10 years of experience handling high-stakes family law cases including complicated divorces and contested child custody matters. Lianna regularly serves high net worth individuals and professionals in the Austin, Texas area and understands the unique challenges and complexities that come with high net worth divorces. Lianna’s extensive experience allows her to navigate even the most complex legal issues with ease, providing clients with the guidance and support they need during what can be an incredibly emotional and challenging time.
As an accomplished family law litigation attorney, Lianna has built a reputation for achieving exceptional results for clients through a deep understanding of the law, an unwavering dedication to excellence, and a fierce commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. Lianna takes the time to fully understand each client’s unique situations and crafts a legal strategy that is tailored to their specific needs and goals. Lianna is highly skilled in negotiation and mediation, but also has a proven track record in the courtroom, making her a formidable advocate for her clients both in and out of court.
In addition to her legal expertise, Lianna is highly regarded for her professionalism and integrity in the legal community. She is committed to providing ethical and transparent representation to her clients, always keeping their best interest at the forefront.
Lianna was born in San Benito, Texas located in the Texas Rio Grande Valley. She lived there until moving to Austin to attend the University of Texas at Austin. She graduated with a B.A. in Philosophy, a B.A. in Sociology and a minor in English. She is a second generation Mexican-American and the first member of her family to graduate from college. After graduating, Lianna moved to Houston where she earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2012 and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas that same year.
From 2012 to 2018, Lianna worked at two prestigious family law firms in Houston, Texas. During her time in Houston, she handled divorces involving family-owned businesses, multi-million-dollar estates, and contested child custody disputes. In 2018, Lianna moved back to Austin to continue to grow her stellar reputation in the Texas family law community as a trial attorney with her trademark client-focused approach and unparalleled work ethic. Prior to co-founding Deyerle Silva Smith, PLLC, Lianna was a Partner at Kirker Davis, a family law firm in Austin, Texas.
Lianna Garza Smith provides concierge-level legal services to clients across Texas and most often the following areas: Travis County, Williamson County, Hays County, Bastrop County, Bell County, Austin, Westlake, Lakeway, Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Lago Vista, Bee Cave, Buda, Kyle, and San Marcos.
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Posted by Aimee | January 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This was my second time hiring Lianna and her team to defend and protect me and my family from an ex-spouse who cheated, disappeared, and abandoned our 4 kids. She has an amazing combination of legal knowlege, attorney skill, and almost disarmingly pleasant character. She has a wonderful personality,...
Posted by Michael | September 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I had the opportunity to work with Attorney Lianna Garza Smith and her team during a challenging and extended divorce process, and I am extremely thankful for their effective and strategic support. After transitioning from another attorney, Lianna took over my case and made a significant impact with ...
Posted by Neil | February 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Lianna inspired confidence from my first contact with her. Her calming demeanor and good information convinced me to let her handle my divorce, and I believe that was a good decision to this day. She handled my divorce very professionally and respectfully and with favorable results. I can easily r...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Lianna was such an incredible and sincere presence during my divorce. I reached out to Kirker Davis and Lianna met with me swiftly to better understand the specifics of my situation. She never made me feel rushed and listened to all the specific details I had to share with regard to my case. Additio...
Posted by Bob | December 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I cannot say enough good things about K/D and how they handled my divorce. Lianna Garza Smith and Kate Koscheski make a fantastic team. Always respectful, calming when things feel like they are headed south and will help you navigate tricky waters. I always felt Lianna was on my side, she is an e...
"I have personally sent several of my clients to Mrs. Garza for representation on family issues they were having, and everyone of them made it a point to thank me for the referral information because they could not be happier with her representation. She is living proof that little packages can pack a big punch. If your ex, family member, baby daddy or baby mama is causing issues, trust me when I say you want Mrs. Garza on your team. She doesn't back down from a fight, but also knows when to compromise. She is fantastic."
"Lianna is the brightest star in the central Texas family law community. She works harder than any attorney I know, she knows the law better than any attorney I know, and she will care more about your case than any other attorney will - hands down. Stop looking and hire her now."
"Lianna is a very dedicated and hardworking attorney. She does a fantastic job handling difficult cases involving divorce and family matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lianna is an intelligent and hard working attorney. She is a great a person and advocate to have on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. I attended law school with her and she showed exemplary knowledge and skill in every course we had together."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lianna puts an emphasis on protecting her clients' rights. She is an excellent lawyer who knows the law and cares about her clients. If you are located near her office and need an attorney, I strongly recommend her."
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Distinguished Leading Latino Profesisonal, The Latino American Who's Who
2023 - Present
Founding Partner, Deyerle Silva Smith
2018 - 2023
Attorney, Kirker Davis, LLP
2015 - 2018
Associate General Counsel, Razavi Zand & Associates, P.L.L.C.
2012 - 2015
Associate General Counsel, Gary E. Patterson, P.C.
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Cameron County District Attorney's Office
2018 - Present
Williamson County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Austin Bar AssociationMember
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Diversity Dialogues
2016
The Impact of Marriage Equality in Obergefell v. Hudson on Family Law Practice
2016
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