Mr. Kant, a native Texan from Houston, has lived in Austin with his family for the past thirteen years. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Saint Edward’s University, Mr. Kant was offered a merit-based scholarship for his exceptional academic performance to study at the University of Texas School of Law. While earning his J.D., Mr. Kant honed his skills outside of the classroom through internships with the Travis County District Attorney’s Office and the Travis County Juvenile Public Defender. There he gained the respect and recommendations of his supervisors and clients.
Fighting for the best interests’ of children and their families has been a hallmark of Mr. Kant’s professional career. The highly personal intersection between family and the law when dealing with issues like divorce and child custody makes the assistance of a trusted, objective advisor essential. With confidence and experience, Mr. Kant guides his client’s through this very difficult and taxing time, while protecting their most valued interests.
In addition to his family law practice, Mr. Kant handles estate planning, probate and guardianship issues. From establishing trusts to plan for a child’s future, to drafting a will and powers of attorney in preparation for the unexpected, Mr. Kant instructs his client’s on how to best protect themselves, their assets and their families.
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"Having known Abe Kant for years, I can attest to the fact that he works tirelessly on behalf of his clients and uses his understanding of the law to advocate on their behalf to achieve the best possible outcome. Whenever I have clients that need help with family law or criminal law matters, I don’t hesitate to refer them to Abe as I know they will be in good hands."
Family Attorney | Jul 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Kant is an exceptionally dedicated and intelligent attorney who is committed to providing exceptional services to his clients. Mr. Kant is respected in the legal community by his peers, professionals and clients alike. I confidently recommend Mr. Kant to clients who expect a committed, dedicated attorney who abides by the highest ethical and professional standards."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 19
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"As Mr. Kant was a valued member of my staff, I have seen the excellence in his legal representation of clients. He is a passionate, zealous, and skilled advocate. Mr. Kant provides clients with all the information they need to make informed decisions about the legal matter they are facing and treats each person with respect. I have witnessed Mr. Kant‘s clients demonstrate their satisfaction, gratitude, and trust, time and time again. Mr. Kant is very passionate about criminal law and has crafted his practice through his education and legal experiences. It is my personal opinion, that Mr. Kant is an excellent choice for any person looking for skilled representation in a criminal matter."