Janet McCullar, Child Custody Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Child Custody and Divorce · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatKirker Davis LLP
Austin, TX
Practicing child custody in Austin since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Janet McCullar is an of counsel based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Child Custody and Divorce. Janet has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirker Davis LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Child Custody · Divorce
- Handles Child Custody and Divorce matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Janet McCullar: Janet McCullar is an of counsel based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Child Custody and Divorce. Janet has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirker Davis LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Janet McCullar
Janet concentrates on child custody and divorce. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janet handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Custody cases in Austin, Texas
Janet takes child custody matters in Austin, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Austin, Texas
Janet takes divorce matters in Austin, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Janet McCullar — Over 34 years of Texas child custody experience
Janet McCullar is an of counsel based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Child Custody and Divorce. Janet has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirker Davis LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Janet McCullar is renowned for her child custody work, as well as her complex property cases. For decades, she has prioritized outcome-oriented representation whether achieving results through trial advocacy, mediation, or informal settlement. Her passion and dedication as a family law attorney grew through years of commitment to safeguarding the interests of clients. Attuned to the complicated and emotional nature of family law, she provides representation with empathy and astute strategy and has earned board certification in family law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Of Counsel family law trial attorney Janet McCullar provides concierge-level legal services to clients across Texas and most often the following areas: Travis County, Williamson County, Bexar County, Collin County, Dallas County, Tarrant County, Hays County, Bastrop County, Bell County, Burnet County, Caldwell County, Comal County, Austin, Westlake, Lakeway, Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Lago Vista, Bee Cave, Buda, Kyle, New Braunfels, San Antonio, Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Fair Oaks, Stone Oak, Dallas / Fort Worth, Allen, Frisco, McKinney, Plano, and Southlake
Working with Janet on a child custody matter
Janet McCullar is renowned for her child custody work, as well as her complex property cases. For decades, she has prioritized outcome-oriented representation whether achieving results through trial advocacy, mediation, or informal settlement. Her passion and dedication as a family law attorney grew through years of commitment to safeguarding the interests of clients. Attuned to the complicated…
Clients Janet works with
Janet reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child custody and divorce matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Janet McCullar's legal education and bar admissions
Whittier College School of Law J.D.
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Jurisdictions
Janet's state bar admissions
Texas
1992 · ACTIVE
Janet studied at — in Whittier College School of Law J.D..
Law school and academic background
Janet completed — in Whittier College School of Law J.D.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Janet runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Janet McCullar
Janet has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Janet's professional memberships and bar associations
Austin Bar Association State Bar of Texas Austin Bar Association Williamson County Bar Association
membership
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
bar_fellowship
Locations
Janet McCullar's office in Austin
Janet's primary office is at 8310-1 N Capital of Texas Hwy., Suite 350, Austin, TX, 78731. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kirker Davis LLP
8310-1 N Capital of Texas Hwy., Suite 350
Austin, TX 78731
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Client reviews of Janet McCullar — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Janet. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child custody attorneys in Austin.
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How to hire Janet McCullar — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child custody attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Janet usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Janet charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janet'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; Janet will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child custody attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child custody 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 Janet
Janet discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child custody practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child custody 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. Janet confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Janet's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child custody practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Janet McCullar
How much does it cost to hire Janet for a child custody case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Janet walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Janet offer a free consultation?
Janet charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janet's office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check Janet's current terms during booking.
How long do child custody cases in Texas typically take?
Simple child custody 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. Janet gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Janet take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Janet 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 — Janet 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 Janet?
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. Janet will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Janet accepting new child custody clients right now?
Janet's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Child Custody attorneys serving Austin, Houston and Dallas in Texas
Janet handles child custody matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified child custody attorneys in that community.
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