Kristina Voorhies Legan

Kristina Voorhies Legan

3.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at El Paso, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

1131 Wyoming Ave, El Paso, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 13 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2012

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 34 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1991

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Kristina Voorhies Legan PLLC

1131 Wyoming Ave, El Paso, TX, 79902-5659

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Kristina Voorhies Legan's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Judy | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody

The worst attorney in El Paso. I paid her over $45,000 and I'm in worst situation than when I hired her. She took my case to a jury trial based on a lie. She told me the opposing attorney requested the jury trial later found out it was her. She brought her associate attorney Corey Sainz to the jury t...rial without my consent and tried to charge me for her time. Found out from her paralegal that if she would have collected from me Kristina would have given her a bonus. Totally unacceptable. She was never prepared, lack of communication, could not interpret the orders. There was suppose to be an entry of judgement since October 2016 and til now it has not and she could not even tell me how much child support I had to pay. I went from having more visitation than the standard order without child support to less than what the state of Texas requires to paying child support and paying this incompetent person over $45,000.

Posted by Martha | June 27, 2016 | Child Custody

Do not waste your money

I hired this woman to deal with a custody case, I paid for the consultation upfront since that was the most important thing before talking to her. I explained everything to her and did not leave anything out, my situation started in another state but my children are in El Paso, TX. I sent her every s...ingle piece of paperwork that I had from my previous attorneys. Needless to say Kristina spoke to one of them, which later I found out this particular attorney has mental issues. She didn't even reviewed all the emails that I sent her because if she did, she would have found the documents containing the information that she accused me of not telling her. Yet, she charged me $900.00 for doing NOTHING. Her behavior was completely unacceptable and she took no reponsobility for not paying attention to what I sent and told her. She told me what could be done, I am not an attorney and don't know what could be done in order to start the process in Texas. Yet she accused me of saying what she told me during the consultation. SHe might have done a great job for some people but for me she is a poor excuse of an attorney that tells clients what she can do and later accuses you of making up allegations on your case without even looking at all the evidence.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2016 | Child Custody

Look elsewhere

Currently have a custody case with her and needless to say, I'm not impressed. She definitely has no issues taking your money, as with all lawyers, but definitely not getting results for what we're investing. She may seem like a caring and knowledgeable individual but she isn't fighting for my childr...en; maybe it's because my case is too involved and complex but it honestly feels like she doesn't know what she's doing or what to do with all the information and ammunition we've given her. We have a trial coming up soon; we'll see if our opinions change or worsen.

Posted by Charles | November 21, 2014 | Child Custody

Remarkable Person

Bright, hardworking, extremely competent, honest, sincere, strong, caring, accessible - these are just a few of the more significant adjectives I would use to describe my experience working with Ms. Voorhies Legan. My case was very complex, with strong international content, and very long and difficu...lt, with every aspect of my divorce hotly contested all the way to a jury trial. Ms. Voorhies Legan never made promises, was always clear with me as to potential outcomes, yet managed to always exceed my own hopes and expectations. And she was always there for me, providing calming advice, as rode the "emotional roller-coaster" so common in a divorce. Professionally, three characteristics stood out the most for me. First, she is truly an expert on Family Code. Throughout my case, I was amazed at how many arguments she defended and won based on her knowledge of Family Code, and at how she was able to properly steer and keep our case on track based on Family Code. Second, her fact retention. I don't believe I have ever met a person, in law or otherwise, who could remember facts or events in such detail and precision. And third, she truly loves and is deeply engaged with her profession. But what impressed me more than anything about Ms. Voorhies Legan, is that she is truly about the children. She is a strong advocate that two good parents should remain strong in the lives of the children, and works hard to assure that the children get the best possible result, based on on the circumstances of the case. I am so happy that I chose Kristina Voorhies Legan as my attorney. I would definitely make the same choice again, and would highly recommend her to anyone that asks.

Posted by Tod | April 18, 2012 | Child Custody

worked miracle

I was going through a divorce and my son wanted to live with me. I was told by everyone that dads don't get custody in Texas unless mom is unfit. Which my Ex was not. Kristina not only got my son to talk to the judge, and found a way around the home studies that were gonna cost me. She got me my son,... no spousal support and no lawyer's fees. She was up front and honest with me from the start and did not let me down. She was amazing and was the best decision I made.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2008

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2003

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

1999

Board Certified- Family Law, Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

1998

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, Kristina Voorhies Legan PLLC

Associations

2014 - Present

El Paso Bar Association

Board Member

1999 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2012 - 2013

El Paso Family Law Bar Association

Treasurer

2001 - 2005

El Paso Family Law Bar Association

Treasurer

2000 - 2000

El Paso Bar Association

Secretary

1992 - 1993

El Paso Young Lawyers Association

Board Member

Education

1990

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

State Bar of Texas and RioGrande Legal Aid Pro Bono series

Appellate Considerations

2013

Bullpen Series

Uniform Interstate Family Support Act

2005

Practical Considerations for Child Support

Child Support

1999

Family Law 101

Family Law 101

1996

Community legal Education Seminar

Juvenile Law Speaker

Publications

2002

University of Texas School of Law 2nd Annual Family Law on the Front Lines Conference Child Support Collection: Role of the Domestic Relations Office

Languages

Spanish

English

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