John B. Polk
The Law Offices of John B. Polk
2911 Turtle Creek Boulevard
Suite 300
Dallas, TX 75219
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Phone: (214) 599-2020 | Fax: (214) 599-2080
http://www.polklawoffice.com
Dallas Full Service Family Lawyer
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Divorce and custody cases.
Sub-Topics
Custody/Visitation Rights
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Collaborative family law cases or complicated divorce and custody cases.
Sub-Topics
Children
- Child Custody
Bar Admissions
TX, May 1999
Bar Number: 24010315
Other Court Admissions
Every State Court in Texas (District and County Courts)
Association Memberships
• Texas Bar Association
• Dallas Bar Association
• Collin County Bar Association
Continuing Education
I have been a member of the Texas College of the Bar for 10 out of 12 years, regularly exceeding the required number of continuing education hours. I also speak at and attend regular continuing legal education seminars.
Papers and Publications
Yes. Texas Bar Association, State Bar Advanced Course - Nuts and Bolts of Custody Modification (1998); 2004 Summer Seminar, Dallas Bar Association, Enforcement of Foreign Custody Orders; multiple Collaborative contributions at speaking engagements and seminars.
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.
Education
Texas Wesleyan School of Law
Juris Doctorate
Fort Worth
TX
1998
Trial Advocacy and Appellate Moot Court
Austin College
Bachelor of Arts
Sherman
TX
1995
Pre-Law Society; Special Advocate Student Union
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Texas
Firm Focus and History
My firm focuses on helping clients through complicated divorce and custody cases in an efficient and civil manner. My firm was established in 2004.
Previous Employment Summary
• Carlock & Gormley (1998-2001)
• Ron Massingill, P.C. (2001-2004)
Activities and Awards
• Annette Stewart Inn of Court (2006-2008)
• Texas Monthly Super Lawyers - Rising Stars (2006)
What is your opinion 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.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to consult with a client in special circumstances.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to coach a client in special circumstances.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
My own parents were embroiled in over 4 years of divorce and custody litigation when I was a child. As an adult, and in my experience as a family law attorney, I am convinced you can win with integrity without sacrificing the needs and/or best interests of the children. I encourage clients to adopt a "high road" mentality for two principal reasons: First, so they will have no regrets once the case is concluded, and second, so they will have no reason to explain away their own behavior to their children once they start asking questions as adults, as I did.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
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.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
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 do you like best about your career?
In this profession, I have a unique opportunity to take the lessons learned in my own life to help clients navigate through one of the most painful periods in their lives without sacrificing their own integrity or the best interests of the children.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, so all of my clients deal directly with me. In some cases, I have to coordinate a forensic team. However, that team reports directly to me with my client having ultimate control, involvement, and power over what decisions are made.
What are your strengths and style?
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.
Fax
(214) 599-2080
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and 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.
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer a 30-minute free consultation. After that the consultation is hourly with a maximum of $500.
Typical Retainer
CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
• Collaborative divorce - $2,500
• Contested divorce/family law matter - $5,000
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