Sarah Katherine Brandon

Sarah Katherine Brandon

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 32 years

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

14101 Hwy 290 West, Building 600, Austin, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 32 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1993

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Brandon Sarah K Attorney

14101 Hwy 290 West, Building 600, Austin, TX, 78737

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Sarah Katherine Brandon's Reviews

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46 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 20 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by David | November 13, 2014 | Child Custody

The Right Decision

Mrs. Brandon provided me with excellent guidance and representation - and most importantly, hope and reassurance that we could achieve the goal of what was best for my son. I had discussions with other attorneys and was not comfortable with the response in relation to the best possible outcome for h...im; so in a moment of frustration and fear, Mrs. Brandon provided expertise and "hope". The end result was in my son's best interest. Mrs. Brandon came highly recommended to me - for good reason. I will add that, on every occasion, Mrs. Brandon's staff were responsive, readily available, and professional. All involved helped make a difficult, life-changing event seem more tolerable and less challenging.

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2012 | Child Custody

Amazing team

We recently completed a painful dispute in court regarding visitation and rights/duties. While the process and situation were emotionally draining, Ms. Brandon and her team were tremendously helpful. Not only did they help us to comprehend the difficult legal matters, they ensured discovery was prope...rly completed (on both sides), and presented compelling evidence and argument once we landed in court. Sarah, Jennifer, and Julie - we cannot thank you enough! I hope to never find myself in need of Ms. Brandon's service again. However, I can wholeheartedly recommend her to others in need of a caring, hard working, top notch family law attorney.

Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2012 | Child Custody

Sarah Brandon

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Sarah and her staff. Going through a divorce with very young children is a difficult experience and Sarah was able to fight for my children's best interests, even when I had seemed to run out of energy. She is very knowledgeable about th...e process, especially including things in the decree that I did not even know about. I felt like my issues were a priority, even though I am sure she had several other cases going on at the same time. She was very informed about child support and setting that up through the state disbursement unit. She was very clear from the first moment we met, she couldn't make any promises, but she was going to do her very best. I respected her honesty and her direct approach in telling me exactly what I needed to do to help her help me. Her experience in working with teachers was very beneficial as well. I am very grateful for everything she did. The outsome was much more than I expected, and I am so thankful to her and her office.

Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2011 | Child Custody

Putting Kids First

I truly appreciate the high level of professionalism and integrity that Sarah Brandon and her staff showed throughout all of their work on my case. I am grateful for their unwaivering support during this trying time in my life. Through all of the emotions involved, Sarah encouraged me to stay focused... on what really mattered the most. She is devoted to her belief that the children always come first. She helped me to be strong through this while effectively and fairly executing her job as my attorney. My experience with Sarah is not unique. I have recommended Sarah and her staff to others. They have been grateful to have an attorney who can be tough but fair. She knows when to collaborate and when to fight. She doesn't back down and always gets the job done. Thank you Sarah!

Posted by Michael | August 12, 2011 | Child Custody

Thanks to the efforts of the Law firm of Sarah K Brandon - My two children are safe with me. Her main focus is the children!

I retained the services of Sarah K. Brandon in July of 2008. My wife and I made amends and subsequently had another child. In February on 2010 she ran off with her high school boyfriend (whom she had only befriended three days prior on Facebook) leaving me and our then 7 year old son, and stealing aw...ay with our 6 month old daughter. The quick actions of Ms. Brandon's firm found my daughter over 300 miles away and return her safely to me here in Austin. Unfortunately, a terrible custody/divorce case ensued and the legal team of Sarah K. Brandon knows how to BRING IT! Her team of extremely qualified, caring, and tenacious para-legals worked around the clock to represent me and my children flawlessly. This was the hardest thing i have ever had to experience as a man of 40+ years. I owe so much more than the monies paid to Ms Brandon for all her efforts. My children are safe with me and for that I am eternally grateful. Money means absolutely nothing when it comes to the safety of our children. I could ramble on for hours about her preparedness, punctuality, court room proficiency, reputation with the judges and clerks and the Travis County Courthouse, and sincere deep felt concern for her client, but let me say one more thing; If you hire Sara K Brandon to represent you in your case, don't speak, God gave us two ear's and only one mouth, listen to every single thing she says and pay heed to her advise, provide her with every single ugly truth about yourself - she's your attorney not your mother; complete every task, appointment, meeting, and survey she wants in the exact manner in which she tells you to do it; if there is absolutely nothing you wouldn't do for your children and she tells you to do something that you don't or can't understand why, JUST DO IT! Your children will thank you for it later. MM

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Sarah Katherine Brandon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stanley Pietruska

Family lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sarah is a brilliant lawyer who is passionate about her practice. I highly recommend Sarah."

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Jacob Dannen

Child custody lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sarah fights hard for her clients while maintaining a high level of professionalism. I recommend her as an attorney."

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David Kazen

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Sarah for years. We've had opposing clients and shared our views on multiple points of law. Sarah is dedicated to her clients. She's smart and a consummate advocate."

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Barbara Stroud

Child custody lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Sarah Brandon! She genuinely cares about her clients and what is best for their children. She has a tremendous amount of integrity, experience and knowledge of the law. She will go to the mat for her clients and consistently wins even the most difficult cases."

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Amanda Erwin

Family lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is a real fighter, and will not give up until she gets what she wants!!!! She also truly cares about her clients and her community. She is an excellent attorney, and I highly recommend her."

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Lisa Stewart

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. While she is an accomplished litigator, Sarah is often able to develop creative solutions for the people she represents and their families. She treats her clients with compassion and great care, striving to minimize unnecessary conflict, but at the same time, providing each one with a candid assessment of his or her case. She has integrity, tenacity, and the respect of her colleagues. Sarah is a worthy adversary and would be an excellent advocate your family law case."

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Gary Anderson

Child custody lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah Katherine Brandon is a fantastic attorney whose client-focused approach ensures excellent outcomes in her cases."

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Daniel O'Brien

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sarah is extremely diligent in representing her client's interests. She knows the law instead of relying on what the law was years ago. She is creative in crafting solutions to pending cases. I highly recommend Sarah."

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Rachel Crutchfield

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a very experienced and well respected family lawyer. She is a very strong advocate for her clients, and works tirelessly on their behalf."

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Kevin Madison

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah has experience, knowledge, respect and compassion for her clients. She is well- respected by her peers and judges. If you are in a contested divorce or custody matter, Sarah would be one of the top family lawyers that you want representing you."

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Jennifer Cochran

Child custody lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sarah Brandon has a strong sense of integrity and is a zealous advocate for children. She is a true asset to the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Young Hearts Matter Activist of the Year, Texas Council on Family Violence

Work Experience

1993 - 2018

Owner, Sarah K. Bradon

Associations

2018 - Present

Hays County Bar Association

President

2013 - Present

Hays County Local Rules

Chairperson

2009 - Present

Hill County Collaborative Law Group

President

Dripping Springs Community Bar Association

Board Member

Phi Delta Phi International Legal Fraternity

Member

Iota Tau Tau Legal Sorority

Member

2005 - 2012

Hays County Bar Association

Board Member

2005 - 2012

Hays County Bar Association

Secretary

2005 - 2012

Hays County Bar Association

Vice President

2004 - 2009

Hill County Collaborative Law Group

Vice President

2000 - 2005

Austin Collaborative Law Group

Marketing Director

Education

1993

Oklahoma City University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Texas System, Arlington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Second Saturday Workshop

What Women Need to Know About Divorce

2015

Hays County Bar Association

Professionalism

2004

Hays County Bar Luncheon

Collaborative Law—No It Is Not the New Hippie Way to Practice Law

2004

Hays County Bar Luncheon

Interest Based Negotiations

Publications

2009

The Ultimate Trial Notebook What to do two hours before you call your first witness

2009

San Antonio Bar Association The Ultimate Trial Notebook

2006

Austin Bar Association Law Office Management - Clients, Accounting and Billing, Solo and Small Section

Languages

English

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