Business Details
16 Years
experience
Experienced Family Law Representation in Tarrant County
The Family Law Firm Of Donna J Smiedt delivers strategic family law representation across Tarrant County with decades of combined experience. Our board-certified attorneys specialize in high-asset divorce, complex property division, child custody, adoption, and collaborative law solutions. Founded in 2010, our firm maintains deep roots in Tarrant County courts, leveraging long-standing relationships with local judges and legal professionals to anticipate challenges and craft effective strategies. We prioritize client-centered advocacy, combining courtroom expertise with compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging cases. Our team includes attorneys affiliated with the Texas Bar College, Tarrant County Bar Association, and Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists.We serve clients from four locations in the greater DFW Metroplex, offering personalized legal counsel tailored to each family's unique needs. Our collaborative law approach provides alternatives to traditional litigation, focusing on dignified resolutions that protect financial stability and family relationships. Client testimonials highlight our attorneys' professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to achieve favorable outcomes in complex cases. We maintain a strong reputation for ethical practice and community commitment, treating every case with the same dedication we would apply to our own families. Our virtual consultation options and multiple office locations ensure accessible legal representation for residents throughout Tarrant County and surrounding areas.
Services
High-Asset Divorce
Child Custody
Property Division
Adoption
Collaborative Law
Child Support
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements
Paternity
CPS Defense
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of experience in complex, high-asset family law cases
- Our attorneys maintain long-standing relationships with Tarrant County courts
- We provide board-certified legal expertise in family law matters
- Our collaborative law approach offers alternatives to traditional litigation
- We combine courtroom expertise with personalized, compassionate representation
What people say
Phenomenal attorney
Well represented
Dedicated staff
Professional counsel
Positive outcomes
Services
High-Asset Divorce
Our attorneys specialize in resolving complex financial matters during divorce proceedings. We protect business interests, investment portfolios, and real estate holdings while ensuring equitable distribution. With decades of experience in Tarrant County courts, we provide strategic representation for clients with substantial assets.
Child Custody
We help parents establish custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests. Our team handles custody modifications, visitation rights, and interstate custody cases. We work to create practical solutions that maintain family relationships while protecting parental rights.
Collaborative Law
This process offers a cooperative approach to family law matters. We guide couples through negotiated settlements that avoid courtroom battles. Our attorneys facilitate open communication to resolve divorce, custody, and support issues amicably while maintaining legal protections.
Adoption
We provide comprehensive legal guidance for domestic and stepparent adoptions. Our attorneys handle all required documentation and court proceedings. We work closely with families to ensure smooth transitions while complying with Texas adoption laws and requirements.
Child Support
Our firm assists with establishing, modifying, and enforcing child support agreements. We ensure calculations follow state guidelines while considering each family's unique circumstances. We represent clients in support disputes and enforcement actions across Tarrant County.
People
David L. Cook
Managing Partner
Board-certified family law attorney with decades of experience in Tarrant County. Former Texas State Representative known for strategic legal counsel in complex family law matters.
Donna J. Smiedt
Attorney
Board-certified family law specialist since 1991 with courtroom experience in custody and divorce cases. Recognized for combining legal expertise with compassionate client representation in Tarrant County courts.
Stefan C. Brumley
Attorney
Experienced legal professional with strong research and client support skills. Provides dedicated representation in family law matters across North Texas with attention to case details and client needs.
Olivia A. Sheppard
Senior Associate Attorney
Leads the Southlake Family Law Division with expertise in divorce and custody cases. Delivers skilled legal representation while maintaining focus on clients' best interests and practical outcomes.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle high-asset divorce, child custody, property division, adoption, collaborative law, child support, and prenuptial agreements across Tarrant County.
Do you handle cases outside Tarrant County?
While our primary focus is Tarrant County, we assist clients in surrounding areas and handle interstate family law matters through coordinated legal strategies.
What is collaborative law?
Collaborative law is a dispute resolution process where couples work together to resolve family law issues without court intervention, maintaining more control over outcomes.
How are child custody decisions made?
Courts determine custody based on the child's best interests, considering factors like parental stability, living arrangements, and the child's relationship with each parent.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and offer flexible payment arrangements. Consultations require advance payment, with detailed billing provided for all legal services.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes, we provide virtual consultation options for client convenience, allowing remote access to legal counsel while maintaining confidentiality and service quality.
Reviews (7)
Karen Calafat
Nov 29, 2021
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Do Not Use if you want to be treated with respect and compassion and have your attorney fight for you. The associate, Desaray, was impatient and acted as if it was a terrible inconvenience to be in contact with the client -who was paying her! It cost her over $10k and not an ounce of feeling the attorney was on her side. Mediation lacked professionalism and investment in the client's best interests. Some Law Firms are out to help people and others are out to make money. This one clearly lands in the latter category.
Jerry Glaeser Jr
Nov 14, 2021
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If you are a man going thru a divorce, don't do it with this law firm. My attorney completely sold me out to the opposing council and I caught her in it thru email. If I would have seen the end result earlier I would have left them for another law firm, but by the time I realized all that had happened it was too late. use someone else for the love of God, this was an awfully expensive lesson to learn and I don't want someone else making my same mistake.
Tony Hamud
Apr 15, 2021
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I have known Donna since 2006 and am beyond grateful to have had her on my side. She is considerate, confident, and truly a loving person. My journey with her has led her to become a genuine friend of mine and I would highly recommend her to anyone! She will listen to your needs and pour her heart into being an advocate for you. She is unlike any other lawyer and will be real with you and take care of business. She excels at what she does and has a passion for winning for all of her clients. She will listen to you and make it her mission to help you throughout your difficult times. Additionally
Julie Lemaux
Mar 24, 2021
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Always the most upto date, straightforward and professional firm there could be. Its no wonder she is continuously being acknowledged for her stellar achievements!
Alan Sian
Feb 11, 2021
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Spent almost $30,000 in 18 mos, our attorney deseray didnt represent , she wasnt determined , she didnt stand up or pursue what was right. The only real communication we had is when she needed more retainer money. Wouldn't reccomend this firm to anyone at all.
Noel Cookman
Jan 04, 2021
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"Do you recommend Donna Smiedt?" OF COURSE I DO. She is one of the smartest lawyers I've ever known and she uses all of that intelligence to help her clients, first and foremost. That's what I call Relevant Competence - talent that matters because it is used to help real people with real challenges. She knows how to get people "across the finish line." And, she is highly regarded in the world of law and the courts. That's critical. You can't go wrong by hiring Donna Smiedt.
Lee Fedornak
Jul 19, 2020
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If you have to file for a divorce, PLEASE do NOT go into that unchartered legal arena without Donna's guidance. She is the consummate knowledeable divorce professional! If you are crushingly miserable in your daily life with your spouse, & true happiness is beyond attainable, be brave enough to save yourself. If you step into the Divorce ring, you need the very best to help you from a divorce attorney...That would easily be Donna. Her depth of knowledge in Divorce Law, Process & procedure is second to none. In the courtroom I will tell you she has few peers. She will successfully guide you to
