$ 250-450 per hour
Donald G. Henslee
About Donald
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Education
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53 years | 3,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
20%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 24 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2001
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Licensed in Texas for 53 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1972
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018
Location
Henslee & Gorman, pllc
901 Mopac Expressway South, Barton Oaks Plaza One | Suite 300, Austin, TX, 78746
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Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Don was very easy to talk to and had a calming effect on me when I was extremely stressed. There were times where he/his staff were easily accessible and there were some instances where I had a hard time getting in touch with them. With that being said, I think they did a good job representing me.
Donald Henslee
Replied last April 06, 2017Thank you for the comments, both of which are useful to us to help us serve our clients. I hope things are continuing to go well for you.
Posted by Lissa | September 02, 2015 | Contracts & Agreements
Brilliant Negotiator & Mediator
I enthusiastically recommend Donald Henslee as an outstanding negotiator with the highest integrity, honesty, insight and unprecedented ability to skillfully mediate and achieve positive outcomes. I have worked with Don on many occasions over the past fifteen years and have relied on his vast knowle...
Donald Henslee
Replied last September 02, 2015Lissa, I appreciate those kind words. It is always a great pleasure to work with the toughest negotiator I know!
Posted by Mike | September 02, 2015 | Education
Outstanding!
Mr. Henslee's associate recently represented us in a hearing with the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District. The experience had become extremely frustrating and discouraging until we found Mr. Henslee's firm. Their incredibly calm and professional manner not only restored confiden...
Donald Henslee
Replied last September 02, 2015Mike's skills as an advocate are well known and quite extraordinary. What a pleasure to work with such a great team.
Posted by Jo Ann | September 02, 2015 | Education
Rebuttal for Teacher Write up
Donald Henslee helped me in writing my rebuttal for a write up with my school district. He wrote an awesome rebuttal to my write up. I appreciate all his help and support!!
Donald Henslee
Replied last September 02, 2015That rebuttal was a pleasure. When schools go too far, it is great to able to set things straight. Hope you are doing well.
Posted by Mary | September 02, 2015 | Education
Excellent!!!!!
I used Mr. Henslee for my son with issues at Public School. I chose him because of the website and his past reviews. I was somewhat skeptical as reviews sometimes can be incorrect. I am so glad that I made the choice. He obviously knows his info as his past experiences. First of all he is very p...
Donald Henslee
Replied last September 02, 2015Thank you so much. It was pleasure being able to help you. Take care.
Donald G. Henslee's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have referred clients to Mr. Henslee and would not hesitate to do so again. He is my go-to lawyer for any client or individual needing to resolve issues with a school/school district."
"Mr. Henslee's credentials are quite impressive. He would be my "go to person" for family or my clients who need a lawyer in any cases dealing with schools or education law. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer."
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"Donald G. Henslee is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"Seasoned and experienced professional of the highest quality. Highly recommended."
"I enjoy reading Mr. Henslee's answers to questions regarding education law, a subject that I do not know much about. Based on his answers I would not hesitate recommending a client with a relevant problem to him. I endorse this lawyer."
"It is a pleasure to endorse Mr. Henslee. The keen analytic ability he brings when answering questions here in practical and easy to understand methods make his counsel appreciated by his peers. I read his comments to improve my skills as an attorney."
"I always enjoy reading Mr. Henslee's sage comments on AVVO. He is a top notch attorney with an impeccable reputation."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Henslee has been the leading authority is Texas School Law for over 35 years. He has trained and mentored many attorneys and his firm is considered one of the finest school law firms in Texas."
"Don Henslee is an exceptional attorney that I endorse without reservation. During the past fourteen years that we have worked together, I have time and time again witnessed him put his extraordinary skill set to use to successfully resolve the most complex and troubling of matters to the continuing satisfaction of his clients. He is one of those rare attorneys who can be successfully aggressive and a consummate gentleman at the same time."
"I endorse this lawyer. Don Henslee has been a well known school law attorney in the state of Texas for many years. He has a wide range of experience and expertise in all school law issues."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Disbarment issued in WA, 2019
updated on 03/28/2019This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the the Washington State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Resignation in Lieu of Discipline issued in TX, 2018
updated on 01/18/2019This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Resignation in Lieu of Discipline issued in TX, 2018
updated on 09/19/2018This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2017
updated on 02/07/2018Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.
Public Reprimand issued in TX, 1994
updated on 01/18/2019Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Public Reprimand issued in TX, 1994
updated on 09/19/2018Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2010
School Law Conference Planning Committee, University of Texas
2006
Outstanding Service Award, Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education
2005
Honorary Life Membership, Texas Association of Community Schools
2005
Commendation for Service to Rural Schools, Texas Rural Education Association
2001
Special Commendation, National Rural Education Association
2000
Special Commendation, Texas Association of School Boards
1989
Public Service Award, Texas School Public Relations Association
1988
Outstanding and Meritorious Service to Texas Education, Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association
1972
Senior Class President, University of Houston Law Center
1972
Dean (President), Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity
1969
President, Pi Sigma Sigma Honorary Political Science Society
1967
Preident, Kappa Kappa Psi Honoray Music Fraternity
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Donald G. Henslee
1978 - Present
Founding Partner, Henslee Schwartz LLP
1975 - 1978
Director of Hearings and Appeals, Texas Education Agency
1973 - 1975
Municipal Judge, City of Webster
1972 - 1975
Partner, Henslee, Ryan & Driscoll
Associations
2009 - 2013
National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law FirmsMember
2008 - 2013
Council on Litigation ManagementMember
2007 - 2013
Texas Historically Underutilized BusinessCertified
2002 - 2013
Defense Research InstituteMember
1990 - 2013
Texas Association of School Boards Council of School AttorneysMember
1990 - 2013
National School Boards Association, Council of School AttorneysMember
1986 - 2013
Texas Rural Education AssociationMember
1971 - 1972
Delta Theta PhiDean (President)
1971 - 1972
University of Houston Law Center Student Bar AssociationPresident, senior class
1968 - 1969
Pi Sigma Sigma honorary political science societyPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Sanches vs. Carrollton-Farmer's Branch ISD
Mr Henslee represented the prevailing school district.
Education
1972
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
University of Houston
BS - Political Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
11th Annual TxP2P Statewide Parent Conference
The Special Education Legal Process in Texas
2010
TWU Graduate Superintendency Program
School Law for Administrators
2007
Texas Association of School Boards Convention
Difficult ARD Committee Meetings
N/A
University of Texas, Graduate School of Educational Administration, Guest Lecturer
The Law of Special Education
N/A
Texas School Law News Annual Spring Conference
Contract Termination and Non-Renewal
N/A
Texas A&M University Graduate School of Education
Employment Reductions in Force
N/A
Texas A&M Commerce Graduate School of Education
Term Contract Non-Renewal
N/A
TCASE Annual Convention
Special Education Law Update
N/A
TCA Annual Conference
Confidentiality and Counselors
N/A
TASSP Principals' Regional Workshop
Negotiation and Mediation of Disputes
N/A
NREA Convention
Consolidation of School Districts
N/A
Lamar U. Graduate School of Educational Administration
School Law for Administrators
N/A
Graduate School of Education
Special Education Law
N/A
Claims Management Training
Resolution of Disputed Claims
N/A
Annual Convention
Competitive Bidding
Publications
2013
Weekly School Law Newsletter
Friday Facts
2004
Book
School Personnel Law in Texas
2002
Book
How it Works - Special Education Law in Texas
2002
Book
How it Works - Assessment, The Key To It All
2001
Book
School Law for Principals
1999
Book
Public Officials Risk Management
N/A
Decisions of the State Commissioner of Education
Annotated Decisions of the State Commissioner of Education
N/A
Texas School Law News
Legal and Legislative Updates, Weekly
Languages
English
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