The Law Offices of John B. Polk

Dallas Full Service Family Lawyer

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Texas and has no record of discipline from the Texas bar association.*

Firm Overview

My firm focuses on helping clients through complicated divorce and custody cases in an efficient and civil manner. My firm was established in 2004.

Example cases

• Collaborative divorce, two children - assisted in assembling a team of financial and mental health neutrals to help facilitate an amicable resolution of the divorce and to establish a roadmap for a healthy, cohesive post-divorce co-parenting relationship.

• Contested divorce, two children - establishing temporary orders for child support, visitation, and exclusive use of certain property, including the marital residence, all while compiling information to aide in the just and right division of the marital assets.

Main Office

Main
2911 Turtle Creek Boulevard
Suite 300
Dallas TX 75219

Phone

(214) 599-2020

Fax

(214) 599-2080

Websites

http://www.polklawoffice.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

I offer a 30-minute free consultation. After that the consultation is hourly with a maximum of $500.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

I will agree to a fixed-price for services so long as a case is truly "uncontested," meaning that no hearings or discovery will be required and the parties have already worked out the terms and conditions of their agreement.

Hourly Rates

$300 and $85 for paralegals.

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Languages Spoken

Spanish

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

My own experiences make me uniquely tailored for divorce and family law practice. I see it as an opportunity to put all of the lessons I have learned in my life to the ultimate test for the benefit of my clients and their children.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

An informed and involved client is the best ally to the achievement of success of that client's goals. My clients will not only know what they need to do, but why they need to do it.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I am willing to consult with a client in special circumstances.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

I am willing to coach a client in special circumstances.

John B Polk

• Carlock & Gormley (1998-2001)
• Ron Massingill, P.C. (2001-2004)

I have a unique background and approach to the practice of family law that works for my clients, which is born out of the knowledge and skill attained over more than a decade of trying and resolving very complex divorce and custody cases.

My strengths are my ability to see beyond the typical blueprint the law provides and to focus on the needs of the children and the clients. I believe there are no "no-win" scenarios; there are always choices that will ultimately benefit the children.

Personal interests:

Family, art, music and sports.

License

Bar Number: 24010315
Texas , 1999

Education

Texas Wesleyan School of Law
Juris Doctorate , 1998
Fort Worth, TX
Trial Advocacy and Appellate Moot Court
Austin College
Bachelor of Arts , 1995
Sherman, TX

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