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5 Best Family and Divorce Lawyers in Austin (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Lorian Hartfield
By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Updated · 8 min read

We compared 20 family and divorce lawyers in Austin on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A divorce or custody fight rarely arrives at a convenient time, and the family and divorce lawyers in Austin you shortlist will shape how the next year feels. Modern Family Law leads on volume with 478 Google reviews at 4.8 stars, while Eric M. Willie, P.C. and MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM both hold 4.9, so the decision comes down to the kind of case you have and how much direct contact you want.

Short answer: Modern Family Law Austin has the most Google reviews on this page (478 at 4.8 stars), followed by Eric M. Willie, P.C. Austin Family & Divorce Lawyer (4.9 from 349) and MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM (4.9 from 334). Family law fees depend on the firm and the case, so ask each one for a written fee structure before you sign.
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Austin Family Law Firms Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Modern Family Law Austin 4.8 ★ 478 Large multi-office firm View ›
2 Eric M. Willie, P.C. Austin Family & Divorce Lawyer 4.9 ★ 349 Custody and long track record View ›
3 MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM 4.9 ★ 334 Direct access to the attorney View ›
4 Evans Family Law Group 4.6 ★ 325 Prenups, mediation, flat fees View ›
5 Walters Gilbreath, PLLC 4.8 ★ 166 High-conflict and complex cases View ›
5 Best Family and Divorce Lawyers in Austin (2026)

The firms, reviewed one by one

Modern Family Law Austin logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Modern Family Law Austin

4.8478 Google reviews

Modern Family Law is a family law firm with an Austin office on Medical Parkway, listed on Google as a family law attorney and divorce lawyer. Its website describes the firm as tech-savvy and compassionate, and says it handles divorce, custody, child support and spousal support. The same site lists offices in several other states, so this is one location of a wider firm rather than a single-office practice.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe attorneys who explain each step and stay patient with questions
  • Clients mention being treated with compassion during a stressful case
  • Several reviews name individual attorneys and say they felt heard
  • The firm replies to reviews, which shows someone is reading them

Worth knowing

  • Part of a multi-state firm, so you may work with several people over the course of a case
  • A few of the Google reviews are about employment or onboarding rather than family cases
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume478 · 98th
Confidencehigh
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It ranks first on proven volume of Google feedback, with a strong 4.8 behind it. Worth a call if you want a firm with a deep bench, and ask who will actually handle your file.

Website+1737-255-9051 Directions

4314 Medical Pkwy Ste 100, Austin, TX 78756

Eric M. Willie, P.C. Austin Family & Divorce Lawyer logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Eric M. Willie, P.C. Austin Family & Divorce Lawyer

4.9349 Google reviews

Eric M. Willie, P.C. Austin Family & Divorce Lawyer is a family law practice in the Southwest Parkway area of Austin. Its website says the firm has served Austin since June 1984 and focuses on divorce, child custody, child support and visitation, with mediation and collaborative divorce options offered alongside court representation. Google also lists estate planning and mediation among its services.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say phone calls were returned promptly and questions answered
  • Several describe being prepared for hearings and told what to expect
  • Custody clients mention clear, fact-focused advice
  • Mediation and collaborative options are offered, not only courtroom work

Worth knowing

  • Reviews name several different attorneys, so ask who will lead your case
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume349 · 93rd
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.9 across 349 reviews and a practice that says it dates to 1984 make this a steady choice for custody-heavy cases. It ranks second because Modern Family Law has more reviews behind it.

Website+1512-478-0834 Directions

4801 Southwest Parkway, building one, #115, Austin, TX 78735

MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM

4.9334 Google reviews

MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM is an Austin family law firm on Mesa Drive. Its website lists divorce, child custody, child support, grandparents' rights, mediation and arbitration, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and modification of court orders. The site says the firm was founded in 2001 by Matias Jose Rueda.

What people praise

  • Clients say they could talk to the attorney directly, with no middle person
  • Reviewers describe quick replies by phone or text
  • Praised for explaining options in plain terms during divorce mediation
  • Several long-term clients say they keep coming back

Worth knowing

  • Office hours run weekdays only, per its Google listing
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume334 · 88th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Pick this one if you want the lawyer who signs your case to be the one answering the phone. Its 4.9 rests on 334 reviews, a little below the two firms above it by volume.

Website+1512-931-4529 Directions

8133 Mesa Dr #100, Austin, TX 78759

Evans Family Law Group logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Evans Family Law Group

4.6325 Google reviews

Evans Family Law Group is an Austin family law firm on South MoPac Expressway. Its website lists contested and uncontested divorce, agreed flat rate divorce, mediation, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, child custody, and protective orders, and says it serves Travis, Williamson and Hays counties among others. Its site offers an English and Spanish toggle.

What people praise

  • Reviewers on prenuptial agreements call the pricing transparent and fair
  • Mediation clients describe a mediator who kept both sides focused
  • Praised for clear explanations and quick responses
  • Handles complicated divorces involving children, per client reviews

Worth knowing

  • Its 4.6 rating sits a little below the other firms on this page
  • Some lower-rated reviews exist, so read a mix before choosing
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume325 · 83rd
Confidencehigh
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Reviews lean heavily toward prenups and mediation, which makes it a sensible pick for planned, lower-conflict matters. It ranks fourth because its star rating trails the others, even with 325 reviews.

Website+1512-628-2550 Directions

901 S MoPac Expy Building 1, Suite 250, Austin, TX 78746

Walters Gilbreath, PLLC logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Walters Gilbreath, PLLC

4.8166 Google reviews

Walters Gilbreath, PLLC is a family law firm with an Austin office downtown on West 12th Street, and its site also lists Dallas, Houston and San Antonio offices. Practice areas on the site include complex and high-asset divorce, restraining orders, mental health and addiction issues, parental alienation, special needs custody, and jury trials. The site also lists Super Lawyers recognition for one of its attorneys.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise attorneys who stay responsive in contentious cases
  • One client describes help with special needs planning and a child support modification
  • Clients mention a team that walks them through each step
  • Paralegal support is called out by name in reviews

Worth knowing

  • The smallest review base on this page, so fewer data points
  • Monday hours are mornings only on Google
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume166 · 73rd
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong 4.8 and a clear focus on complicated, contested cases. It ranks last only because 166 reviews is a thinner record than the firms above it.

Website+1512-320-9160 Directions

316 W 12th St Suite 110, Austin, TX 78701

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How the scores work

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many people have rated the firm, compared with other Austin family law firms. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from hundreds of people carries more weight than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently clients are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What drives the cost of a divorce or custody case in Austin

Family law pricing varies a lot from firm to firm. The biggest factors are whether the case is contested, how many issues are in dispute (custody, property, support), whether you go to mediation or trial, and whether the firm bills hourly, by flat fee or on a retainer. Ask each firm for its fee structure in writing at the first consultation.

Serving Austin and nearby counties

The firms above are based in Austin, on streets such as West 12th Street, Mesa Drive, South MoPac Expressway and Southwest Parkway. Evans Family Law Group also lists Travis, Williamson and Hays counties among its service areas. Searching for a divorce lawyer near me? Each listing shows a phone number and map link so you can find the closest office.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Who will handle my case day to day, and who will I speak to when I call?
  • How do you bill: hourly, flat fee or retainer, and what happens if the case runs long?
  • Do you offer mediation or collaborative options before going to court?
  • How often will you update me, and how quickly do you return calls?
  • Have you handled cases like mine, such as high-conflict custody or complex property?

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce in Austin?

Some couples use mediation or an agreed divorce, and several firms here list those options. A lawyer can still review the paperwork, so ask for a consultation to see what fits your situation.

Can I get help with a prenuptial agreement here?

Yes. Several firms list prenuptial and postnuptial agreements among their services, and reviewers of Evans Family Law Group and MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM mention this type of work. Confirm the scope and fee up front.

Where to start

Modern Family Law Austin has the deepest review record on this page, while Eric M. Willie, P.C. and MAT RUEDA LAW FIRM pair a 4.9 with hundreds of reviews. Book a consultation with two firms, compare how they explain fees, and pick the one you can actually reach.

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