Barbara L. Stroud

Barbara L. Stroud

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Mediation, Uncontested Divorce

14101 W Highway 290 Buildng 600, Austin, TX

About Barbara

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 36 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1989

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Stroud Mediation

14101 W Highway 290 Buildng 600, Austin, TX, 78737-9323

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Barbara L. Stroud's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrea | February 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, Dedicated and Communicative

Barbara was my attorney for a divorce and she was awesome. Not only was she affordable, she is a top-notch professional who answered my endless questions in a prompt manner. I wanted a quick divorce and Barbara made things as smooth and seamless as possible. She gave me updates throughout the entire ...process and made sure I was aware of everything going on. She was dedicated and always there for me. I highly recommend Barbara to anyone looking for a family law attorney. She’s amazing!!

Posted by Alys | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Barbara Stroud is my attorney and she represented me during my divorce. She is highly professional, tough, knowledgeable and dependable. Divorce is a very scary and overwhelming experience, especially if you don’t know what to do or how to start the process. I needed someone looking out for me and m...y children's best interests. Barbara Stroud and her team have been there for me since the beginning, step by step during two mediations, the hearing and even after my divorce answering each one of my questions either via email, phone, in person or zoom. Having the right person to guide you is very important. I always felt cared for and protected. If you are looking for a lawyer who really cares about her clients and family, Mrs. Stroud is that person.

Posted by Sharon | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Lawyer and Mediator

Barbara was on my original divorce case in 2012 and has recently represented me on a enforcement issue around child support. She really knows her stuff and does not give false hope about the situation. However, she is also very kind, compassionate and really cares about what happens with the kids i...n these situations. My case on it's face looked very straightforward but it turned out to be very difficult and time consuming. She stuck with me through 3 difficult mediations and always had her eye on the final outcome. She was always focused on the long term picture and was very good at keeping me from getting stuck in the small stuff. I would highly recommend her as an attorney and a mediator. I would certainly hire her again!!

Posted by Amoya | July 13, 2015

Custody Modification

Barbara is an excellent attorney. She truly cares about what is best for the children. She is very knowledgeable and tries her hardest to get parents to mediate instead of going to court. She will tell you her honest opinion about everything. She does not sugar coat, and she is extremely affordable. ...She truly cares about her clients. We were able to get everything we wanted thanks to Barbara's quick thinking and knowledge. We couldn't be happier!

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Barbara L. Stroud's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel O'Brien

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara is an experience lawyer that knows how to resolve cases, whether at trial or beforehand. She's always well prepared for court and presents compelling legal arguments to the court."

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Sarah Brandon

Family lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Barbara Stroud is a great attorney and mediator. Barbara is excellent at evaluating a case and setting good expectations for her clients. Her skills as a mediator, help her to negotiate with her opponent in her litigation cases. She is always prepared for Court and she is well respected by her peers and the judiciary."

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Kathryn Fowler

Family lawyer

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Sarah Brandon

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

"Above and Beyond", Austin Dispute Resolution Center

1987

American Jurisprudence award in Contracts, University of Texas Law School

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Of Counsel Attorney, Law Office of Sarah K. Brandon

2015 - Present

contract Mediator, Texas Education Agency

2010 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Barbara L. Stroud, PLLC

2007 - Present

Mediator, Stroud Mediation

Associations

2010 - Present

Texas Mediator Credentialing Association

Credentialed Advanced Mediator

2010 - Present

Association of Attorney-Mediators

certified mediator

2008 - Present

Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees

Board Member, Officer

2013 - 2016

Dripping Springs Independent School DIstrict Board of Trustees

Board President

2010 - 2016

Central Texas Dispute Resolution Center

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Fox v. Fox

disproportionate division and custody for father

Director, SEWC v. Evans

argued successfully before Texas Supreme Court

University of Texas Medical Branch v. Greenhouse

argued successfully before Houston Court of Appeals- jury verdict reversed and rendered

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Education

1989

University of Texas School of Law

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

1986

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Speaking Engagements

2017

30 Hour Family Mediation Training

Family Law Mediation Training

2016

Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Convention

Superintendent Compensation: Straight Talk About a Sensitive Topic

2016

Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Convention

Recruiting and Retaining the Next Generation of Educators

2016

Austin Bar Association ADR Section meeting The Business of ADR: Promoting Your Practice

2015

Hays County Young Lawyers Association CLE

Attorney-Attorney Relationships: The Texas Lawyers Creed

2014

Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Convention

Board Member Requests for Information (analysis of amendment to Texas Education Code 11.1512

2012

Hays County Bench Bar Conference

Put Your Best Game On: 7 Tips for a Winning Mediation

2011

Hays County Bench Bar Conference

Mediate or Litigate

Publications

2014

Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Board Member Requests for Information (analysis of amendment to Texas Education Code 11.1512)

Languages

English

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