Meredith Takahashi
About Meredith
Biography
After receiving her JD, Meredith pursued policy work in San Francisco and Washington D.C. She then worked as a trial attorney for six years at the Legal Aid Society of New York, Juvenile Rights Practice in New York City Family Court where she handled child protective, adoption, visitation, custody and other family law matters. She also served as agency counsel for a New York based adoption agency. Meredith now directs her own civil law practice based in Austin, Texas focused in the areas of adoption, family, custody, divorce, and wills.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 22 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Takahashi Law
901 South Mopac Expwy., Barton Oaks Plaza One, Suite 300, Austin, TX, 78746
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Meredith Takahashi's Reviews
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Posted by Gina | August 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Exceptional Customer Service
Meredith was hands down one of the best attorneys I’ve ever worked with, she returned my emails and calls promptly and kept me informed throughout the process while drafting up a prenuptial agreement. She also scheduled us for periodic conference calls to explain details and touch base when I had qu...
Posted by James | February 06, 2015 | Child Custody
Excellent Attorney
Meredith was very helpful through the entire process of my custody battle. She was great at expalining the process to me. I won my case with her help. I would recommend her to any one who needs a great attorney.
Meredith Takahashi's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse Meredith Takahashi. She is responsive, pays close attention to details and gets the job done."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. In my experience with her, she has shown great dedication to her clients and to the work she's doing for them."
"Meredith works hard for her clients while maintaining the utmost level of professionalism."
"Meredith is a wonderful attorney who is reasonable and zealously advocates for her clients."
"I worked with Meredith for over three years. She was a very passionate advocate for her clients. I watched her argue in court and she rarely lost a case. I strongly endorse her."
"I had the good fortune to work along side Meredith Takahashi for many years in New York City Family Court. She is a talented and dedicated attorney with a passion for her work."
"Meredith is an outstanding attorney. She is bright, dilligent and really cares about her clients. I whole-heartedly recommend her services."
"Meredith advocates strongly for her clients both in and out of the courtroom. Having practiced in New York prior to coming to Texas, she brings a wealth of experience and a pragmatic approach to every client's situation. She is compassionate, smart and hardworking. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Service Grant, New York State
2009
Scholarship, Women Chefs and Restaurateurs
2008
Public Interest Grant, University of San Francisco- School of Law
2007
Public Interest Grant, University of San Francisco- School of Law
2006
Public Interest Grant, University of San Francisco- School of Law
2005
Public Interest Grant, University of San Francisco- School of Law
2004
Public Interest Grant, University of San Francisco- School of Law
2002
Service Grant, Equal Justice Works
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Principal/Owner, Takahashi Law
2010 - 2011
Agency Counsel, Forever Families Through Adoption
2005 - 2011
Attorney, Legal Aid Society Juvenile Rights Division
2003 - 2005
Attorney, The Osborne Association
2001 - 2002
Volunteer, Cooperative Restraining Order Clinic
2001 - 2002
Lobbyist, Human Rights Advocates
Associations
2014 - Present
Austin Bar Association, CAFA SectionMember
2014 - Present
Austin Asian American Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Austin Bar Association, Entertainment & Sports Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Travis County Adoption Day Planning CommitteeMember
2014 - Present
Fresh Chefs SocietyBoard Member
2013 - Present
Adoption Day CommitteeMember
2011 - Present
Austin Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Austin Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2011 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2009 - 2011
National Institute for Trial Advocacyparticipant
2005 - 2011
National Association of Counsel for ChildrenMember
2005 - 2011
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2001 - 2010
Human Rights AdvocatesVolunteer/Member
Education
2010
Diploma in Baking and Pastry Arts
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Domestic Adoption Process and Procedure
2002
“Trafficking of Women and Children Research findings and Draft Resolution recommendations”
Publications
2002
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers