Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Advocates in Houston
At Skillern Firm, we are dedicated to providing unwavering legal representation in family law matters. With over 160 years of combined experience, our team of board-certified attorneys specializes in divorce, child custody, and complex family disputes. We approach each case with strategic precision, prioritizing our clients' rights and the well-being of their families. Our practice is rooted in accountability, ensuring transparent communication and tailored solutions for every unique situation. We pride ourselves on our reputation for tenacity in high-stakes cases, including high-net-worth divorces and contentious custody battles.Our commitment extends beyond the courtroom, offering compassionate guidance to help clients navigate emotional transitions. By combining legal expertise with personalized advocacy, we empower clients to achieve resolutions that protect their futures while minimizing stress. Our Houston-based team serves diverse families across Texas, leveraging deep local knowledge of family law statutes and court systems. We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring every client receives the respect, clarity, and vigorous representation they deserve.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Asset Division
Spousal Support
High-Net-Worth Divorce
Child Support
Domestic Violence Cases
Paternity Disputes
Family Mediation
Court Order Enforcement
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 160+ years of combined experience in Texas family law
- Our board-certified attorneys specialize in complex divorce and custody cases
- We combine skilled negotiation with courtroom readiness for optimal outcomes
- Our team provides personalized strategies tailored to each family's unique needs
- We maintain a client-focused approach with compassionate, transparent communication
What people say
Outstanding attorney
Supported every step
Exceptional representation
Compassionate guidance
Achieved favorable outcomes
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys guide clients through contested and uncontested divorces, protecting rights in asset division, spousal support, and child custody matters. We combine negotiation skills with courtroom readiness to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing emotional stress. Our approach balances legal strategy with compassionate support during this challenging transition.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in custody disputes, modifications, and enforcement cases. Our team helps establish parenting plans that prioritize children's well-being while protecting parental rights. We handle complex issues like relocation disputes, parental alienation, and high-conflict custody arrangements with strategic legal solutions.
Asset Division
Our firm specializes in equitable division of marital assets and debts, including complex financial portfolios, real estate, and business interests. We employ forensic accounting expertise to uncover hidden assets and ensure fair distribution according to Texas community property laws.
Spousal Support
We help clients establish, modify, or challenge spousal maintenance arrangements. Our attorneys analyze financial circumstances to determine appropriate support levels, considering factors like marriage duration, earning capacity, and lifestyle standards.
High-Net-Worth Divorce
Our team handles complex divorces involving significant assets, including business valuations, stock options, and international holdings. We work with financial experts to protect clients' interests in intricate property divisions while maintaining discretion and strategic advantage.
People
Matthew Skillern
Owner/Managing Attorney
Board-certified family law specialist with extensive trial experience in complex divorce and custody cases. Recognized for strategic courtroom advocacy and compassionate client representation.
Caitlin Thorpe
Partner
Board-certified attorney specializing in high-conflict custody disputes and property division. Known for meticulous case preparation and successful mediation outcomes.
Robin Klein
Senior Counsel
Experienced family law attorney focusing on spousal support and complex financial aspects of divorce. Provides strategic guidance for clients with intricate asset portfolios.
Tina Floridia
Senior Associate Attorney
Recognized for compassionate representation in domestic violence cases and child custody matters. Advocates for clients' rights with both courtroom tenacity and negotiation skills.
Amber Skillern
Of Counsel
Specializes in divorce proceedings involving international family law issues. Known for efficient case management and client-focused communication throughout the legal process.
Questions
How long does a divorce typically take in Texas?
Texas divorces range from 60 days (minimum statutory period) to over a year depending on complexity, cooperation, and court schedules.
What factors determine child custody arrangements?
Texas courts prioritize the child's best interests, considering emotional needs, parental involvement, stability, and the child's preferences when appropriate.
Can child custody agreements be modified?
Yes, modifications are possible with significant changes in circumstances affecting the child's well-being.
How are assets divided in Texas divorces?
Texas uses 'just and right' division of community property, considering factors like earning capacity, contributions, and future needs.
What distinguishes high-net-worth divorces?
High-net-worth cases require specialized expertise in valuing complex assets like businesses, stock options, and private equity investments.
Do you handle emergency family law situations?
Yes, we prioritize urgent matters like protective orders and immediate custody concerns with prompt legal action.
Reviews (6)
Jose Pizana
Jun 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Honestly the best representation I had when it came to fixing my custody issues, they were very helpful and very professional. I couldnt have asked for a better lawyer!
Honestly the best representation I had when it came to fixing my custody issues, they were very helpful and very professional. I couldnt have asked for a better lawyer!
Ashley Teague
May 26, 2021
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Getting a divorce was nothing I wished for. It is a time of confusion, despair and worry. Tina and staff were so amazing during every process. Any questions I had, Tina answered immediately. This is VERY valuable to a person who ask a lot of questions and is also very inpatient. Tina was wonderful during mediation and even when my divorce was over and I needed MORE help, she was just an email away. Tina truly was the most wonderful lawyer to work with. I will always be thankful for her hard work and guidance.
Ryan Shah
Mar 17, 2021
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Matt and Tina at Skillern law firm are 2 of the best lawyers in Fort bend County and Greater houston area. Matt and Tina were able to defend false allegations against me from my previous spouse which could have resulted in my children being taken away from me.
Matt was able to win me 50-50 custody and grant child support in the form of self supporting my children when in my custody. This is what I wanted and prayed for. Matt and Tina are a team by your side, I highly recommend them for anyone going through a divorce with an unreasonable spouse.
Matt was able to win me 50-50 custody and grant child support in the form of self supporting my children when in my custody. This is what I wanted and prayed for. Matt and Tina are a team by your side, I highly recommend them for anyone going through a divorce with an unreasonable spouse.
Megan Smith
Nov 06, 2020
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Matt and his team represented me in my recent divorce and as challenging as my case was, they handled everything with grace and got me everything I wanted and more. I could not have asked for a better team to represent me in such a terrible and low time in my life. Thank you so much to the Skillern Firm and if I ever need a family lawyer again, I know exactly where to go.
Daniel Corno
Oct 25, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Attorney/Former Judge John Schmude is a great mediator. Very professional. A great experience.
Attorney/Former Judge John Schmude is a great mediator. Very professional. A great experience.
Derik Moore
Jul 25, 2020
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Avoid this law office at all cost! I hired Matt Skillern to represent me in my divorce on October 17,2017, which was the first and last time I met with him face-to-face. The next meeting I scheduled with him was on November 1, 2017, which he missed and sent his paralegal instead. This became a consistent theme, as Matt also did not even attend my mediation, leaving me with a young and inexperienced lawyer who seemed ill prepared to represent me. Mediation concluded on February 26, 2018, and the Final Decree signed on May 25, 2018, and believe it or not, Matts law office is still finalizing the
