Bryan Ballew, experienced Family Law attorney in Southlake, TX with 163 reviews
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Bryan Ballew

2920 W Southlake Blvd Ste 140, Southlake, TX

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Education

2006:
Texas Wesleyan University, JD - Juris Doctor
2006:
Texas Wesleyan School of Law, JD
2004:
University of Texas System, Tyler, Bachelor of Arts
2004:
University of Texas at Tyler, BS
1996:
Navy Nuclear Power Prototype Training Unit
1996:
Navy Nuclear Power School
1995:
Navy Nuclear Electrician "A" School
1992:
Stephen F. Austin State University, Bachelor of Science
1992:
Stephen F. Austin State University, BA
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4.7 163 reviews
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Sean kelly

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17 Feb, 2025
Absolute first class law firm. I worked with Andy Oostdyk, couldn’t have been more pleased. Informative, professional and most importantly AVAILABLE. I’d recommend him for any and all family law needs.
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Byron horton

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25 Oct, 2024
Andrew D. Oostdyk was great to work with. He was able to achieve the results I was looking for. His expertise and experience is awesome and he was very patient with me as he walked me threw the process. Definitely recommend Andy.
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A mintz

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25 Sep, 2024
Marcus Turner is a dedicated attorney with an unwavering commitment to the needs of his clients. Both he and Beal Law Firm are top of mind when it comes to family law experts in N. Texas.
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Pros
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Excellent legal expertise and knowledge of family law
“Eric is the finest litigator I have met in my 30 years of law practice.”
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Personalized and attentive service
“Constance Mims is an awesome attorney who genuinely cares about her clients!”
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Strong communication and responsiveness
“Tim Alexander was so helpful and knowledgeable. He efficiently helped me push a divorce through that had not been moving for months.”
4
Successful case outcomes
“Andrew literally held my hand and walked me through my divorce step by step. No matter what road blocks we hit, he had a game plan for it!”
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Compassionate and empathetic approach
“The Beal Law Firm has a great group of excellent Attorneys. They were truly helpful and supportive of my situation.”
Cons
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High consultation and legal fees
“300 plus just for consultation. Nope”
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Concerns about billing practices and overcharging
“They do nothing but take your money. I had mediation and they withdrew for my case one day before because of money, over 10,000 dollars and nothing was done.”

Publications

2013:
Texas Divorce and Family Law, Military Family Law Boot Camp

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