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

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 anonymous | October 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate guidance

Mrs. Voorhies Legan walked me every step of the way with my divorce. This was a very difficult time for my family and I. She was patient and compassionate through it all. She has great experience and was there to make sure I was not taken advantage of. Very professional. Her office staff is very frie...ndly and helpful as well. I recommend Mrs. Voorhies Legan with no reservations. Simply amazing!

Posted by Charles | November 21, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

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 Megan | May 01, 2014 | Child Support

Do yourself a favor, hire this attorney.

Ms. Legan represented me in a child support modification case. Although my ex-husband and I were working together to resolve this, his lawyer proved to be incompetent and really held up the process. There is one thing I learned through this process, and that is that you get what you pay for. Ms. Lega...n is professional and knowledgeable, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience with an attorney.

Posted by Peggy | April 29, 2014

Wonderful

Mrs. Legan was excellent in her handling of our case. We ended up with better outcome than what we figured would happen. Her staff is top notch and they kept us informed every step of the way. I would definitely recommend Mrs. Legan and if needed would use her again.

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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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