James W. Evans

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James W. Evans

also known as Jimmy Evans

4.8
460 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Adoption, Family

901 S Mopac, Bldg 1, Ste 250, Austin, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About James

Biography

Jimmy Evans is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

20 years

50%
Child Custody 40%

21 years

40%
Adoption 5%

20 years

5%
Family 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
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+ 12
Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Evans Family Law Group

901 S Mopac, Bldg 1, Ste 250, Austin, TX, 78746

evansfamilylawgroup.com/

Evans Family Law Group

714 Chestnut Street, Bastrop, TX, 78602

evansfamilylawgroup.com/

James W. Evans's Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 60 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Thanks

I hired them to help me threw a divorce that ended up being very lengthy and hard because of my ex. We have a son together and I was trying to get custody of him due to my ex’s problems. Everyone that I worked with on my case over the entire period (which ended up being close to 2 years) was very hel...pful, and in the end we were able to get everything that was needed to make sure that my son will be protected for the future. I’m am very happy that I chose jimmy and his team to help me out in every aspect of this case. Thank you

Posted by Jean | September 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Awesome choice

I went to Jimmy Evans as my attorney and what evolved into a custody case because he had come highly recommended by a parenting group. The recommendation was dead on. Jimmy listened to what I had to say and took copious notes. His staff was always respectful and kind, and I found his paralegal to... be extraordinarily detail oriented, a major asset in my case. The outcome was even better than I had hoped. Jimmy got more support than expected, repayment for overpayment of insurance premiums (the judge gave us even more than we requested), and substantial attorney’s fees. Perhaps more important, Jimmy persuaded the judge and to ordered measures, such as a parent facilitator, to thwart the conflict that had afflicted my relationship with my son’s father. This was all accomplished even though the case was tried under all the restrictions imposed by the corona virus pandemic quarantine. I would heartily recommend Jimmy and his team. That was the best advice I got, and I’m passing it on to you.

Posted by LeAnna | August 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Fierce

I was taking to court by the father of my child completely out of the blue, he was fighting for primary conservatorship. As, you know being a mother my emotions were everywhere. Evans law firm held it all together, continues to think strategically throughout the whole process. You want someone who wi...ll fight for you, be passionate Evans law firm is who you hire.

Posted by Fabian | June 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Effective, Collaborative, and Precise

The Evans Family Law Firms played a crucial role in my life transition from family man to a single father. They provided me with a game plan to help me achieve my goals. And this is to be expected of any family law attorney. Still, it was the graciousness, authenticity, and honesty with which he prov...ided counsel and representation that set Mr. Evans apart. His experience with clients and the courts provided me with not just an edge in helping me to achieve my short come goals. Still, he also helped to lay the long game in helping me reach a just and fair settlement. Divorce is what it is, but the Evans Family Law firm helped me to come out with not just my sanity, but the opportunity to build an even better life after a divorce. And that was the first time I worked with the firm!! More recently, the firm helped me establish a more feasible and sustainable co-parenting agreement. Given the current circumstances around COVID-19, working with the firm remote was efficient and straightforward. Throughout a short time, we collaboratively worked out the terms of a new agreement with relative ease. As I said in the first sentence, the Evans family once again delivered on helping my family establish new goal-posts for our co-parenting and professional lives.

Posted by Katherine | May 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Compassionate and concise

I am so grateful to Jimmy Evans and Evans Family Law Group! They guided me through my divorce and child custody with compassion and efficiency. Special revisions were handled very thoroughly. When Travis county/local courts began operating on a limited schedule due to the coronavirus, they took a ver...y proactive role in keeping me updated, informing and presenting alternative options, and completed the process in a very concise and timely manner. So very thankful to them for their fantastic work through all of this!!

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James W. Evans's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elizabeth Ayala

Family lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Jimmy for several years. His ability to think strategically is unparalleled."

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Daniel Miller

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very responsive and knowledgeable. Attorney Evans was a pleasure to deal with and a real advocate for his clients."

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Brandon Bledsoe

Family lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jimmy is a tough opposing counsel. He practices family law the way a Russian chess master plays chess: He's always a few steps ahead of his opponent."

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Daryl Weinman

Family lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledge, experienced and professional."

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Bruce Clark

Family lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jimmy for many years. He is very professional and a highly skilled family law attorney."

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Lisa Londergan

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leigh De La Reza

Family lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jimmy is a great advocate for his client. I highly recommend him. I have had the opportunity to see him in the courtroom and his trial skills are impressive."

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Kacy Dudley

Family lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Powers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have co-counseled with Jimmy in a number of cases, as well as been on the opposite side as Jimmy in cases. I have always been impressed with his creativity, advocacy for his clients and hard work. I endorse this attorney."

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James Gilbreath

Family lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jimmy is a great advocate for his clients"

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Garrett Higley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without equivocation. Jimmy has many qualities that distinguish him as a fine family law/divorce attorney. That being said, three jump to mind immediately. First, Jimmy is a man of his word. In a field that is often, by its nature, rife with anxiety, fear, and frustration, being able to trust another attorney's word has a tremendous impact on a client's ability to manage their emotions, the attorney' ability to remain focused on the legal issues, and finally, the overall cost of the suit. Secondly, Jimmy is reasonable, ever conducting "cost benefit analyses" of courses of action in suit and whether those courses of action lead to the best results with the least damage. And finally, Jimmy isn't afraid of a fight. I have found that most clients don't want to engage in heavy litigation, but do want to know that if they have to go to war, their guy knows how to throw punches. Jimmy can pack a wallop when needed."

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William Powers

Family lawyer

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Leigh De La Reza

Family lawyer

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Brian Walters

Family lawyer

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James Gilbreath

Family lawyer

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Garrett Higley

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1995 - 2020

Owner, Evans Family Law Group

Associations

2010 - Present

Board Certified Family Law, Board of Legal Specialisation

2010 - Present

Lifetime Member Texas Academy Family Law Specialists

Travis County Bar, Family Law Section

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Education

1994

Texas Wesleyan University

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Austin College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Fundamentals of Divorce

Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish

Publications

2013

Inside the Minds: Thompson Reuters Child Custody LItigation and Settlements

Languages

Spanish

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