
David Ashley Dowdy, Child Support Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Child Support and Family Law · 5.0/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
AttorneyatLilly & Van Ness, LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing child support in Houston since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 9 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Ashley Dowdy is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Child Support and Family Law. David has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lilly & Van Ness, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Child Support · Family Law
- Handles Child Support and Family Law matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Ashley Dowdy: David Ashley Dowdy is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Child Support and Family Law. David has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lilly & Van Ness, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Houston
David concentrates on child support and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Support cases in Houston, Texas
David takes child support matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Houston, Texas
David takes family law matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
David Ashley Dowdy, child support attorney serving Houston
David Ashley Dowdy is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Child Support and Family Law. David has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lilly & Van Ness, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 9 client reviews. David works from Houston, Texas and takes on child support matters across the region.
Mr. David Ashley Dowdy is a lawyer practicing family law, child support. David received a B.S.C.J. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years. David practices at Lilly & Van Ness, LLP in Houston, TX.
Working with David on a child support matter
Mr. David Ashley Dowdy is a lawyer practicing family law, child support. David received a B.S.C.J. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years. David practices at Lilly & Van Ness, LLP in Houston, TX.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child support and family law matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 2001
Southwest Texas State University
B.S.C.J. · 1998
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Texas
2001 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.S.C.J. in Southwest Texas State University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.S.C.J. in Southwest Texas State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
David Ashley Dowdy's office in Houston
David's primary office is at Granite, 3355 W. Alabama, Suite 600, Houston, TX, 77098. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lilly & Van Ness, LLP
Granite, 3355 W. Alabama, Suite 600
Houston, TX 77098
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Client reviews of David Ashley Dowdy — 5.0/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child support attorneys in Houston.
5.0
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How to hire David Ashley Dowdy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child support attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child support attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child support matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child support practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child support matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child support practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Ashley Dowdy
How much does it cost to hire David for a child support case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some child support attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do child support cases in Texas typically take?
Simple child support matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Houston?
David is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new child support clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Child Support attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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