Business Details
6 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Representation in East Texas
Collette Law was founded on the principle that everyone deserves dedicated legal representation rooted in personal experience and community commitment. As an attorney raised in Palestine, Texas, I bring a deep understanding of local dynamics to family law cases, having practiced since 2020. My journey began with a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Sam Houston State University, followed by graduating with Honors from South Texas College of Law Houston. Prior to law school, I gained valuable experience in office management and insurance, including a pivotal role in managing documentation for the ExxonMobil campus construction in Spring, Texas. My passion for family law was ignited through personal experience litigating my own child custody case, which inspired me to advocate for others facing similar challenges.Since opening my practice in Palestine, I have expanded to Huntsville, focusing exclusively on family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and adoption. I prioritize client-centered representation, combining legal expertise with empathy to navigate complex emotional situations. My background in business administration and insurance provides a unique perspective for addressing financial aspects of family law cases. I am committed to transparency, timely communication, and empowering clients through informed decision-making. With over two decades of combined professional experience, I strive to be a trusted advocate for families in East Texas.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Adoption
Step Parent Adoption
Paternity
Property Division
Appeals
Grandparents Rights
Child Protective Services
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We combine personal experience with professional legal expertise in family matters
- Our attorney has practiced family law since 2020 in East Texas courts
- We provide transparent communication and timely case progression
- Our business background enhances financial aspects of family law representation
- We maintain strong community ties in Palestine and Huntsville areas
What people say
Excellent lawyer
Highly recommend
Thorough and honest
Quick response time
Calming presence
Services
Divorce
We provide comprehensive divorce representation addressing property division, spousal support, and child-related matters. Our approach balances legal strategy with emotional sensitivity to protect clients' interests while minimizing conflict. With extensive courtroom experience, we advocate for fair resolutions tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Child Custody
Our child custody practice focuses on creating workable parenting plans that serve children's best interests. We help clients establish custody arrangements, modify existing orders, and resolve disputes through negotiation or litigation. Our personal understanding of custody challenges informs our compassionate yet effective advocacy.
Adoption
We guide clients through the adoption process with clear legal counsel and supportive representation. Our experience covers various adoption types, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with Texas family law while making this joyful process as smooth as possible for prospective parents.
Child Protective Services
We defend families involved with Child Protective Services, protecting parental rights while addressing agency concerns. Our approach combines legal expertise with understanding of the emotional stress these cases create, working toward reunification when appropriate.
Property Division
Our property division service ensures fair allocation of marital assets during divorce proceedings. Leveraging business and insurance experience, we accurately value complex assets and advocate for equitable distribution while protecting clients' financial futures.
People
Daylene Collette
Attorney at Law
Daylene Collette graduated cum laude from Sam Houston State University with a business degree before earning her Juris Doctor with Honors from South Texas College of Law Houston. After passing the Texas Bar Exam, she practiced family law in Conroe before establishing her Palestine practice in 2020. Her personal experience navigating child custody matters informs her empathetic yet results-driven legal approach.
Questions
What areas of law does Collette Law specialize in?
We focus exclusively on family law matters including divorce, child custody, adoption, paternity, and CPS cases.
How does the attorney handle client communication?
We prioritize timely responses to emails and regular case updates while maintaining clear, compassionate communication throughout proceedings.
What experience does the attorney have with child custody cases?
Having personally navigated a child custody matter, we bring both personal understanding and professional expertise to these sensitive cases.
How long do typical family law cases take?
Case duration varies by complexity, but we work efficiently to resolve matters promptly while protecting clients' rights.
Does the firm serve areas beyond Palestine?
We expanded services to include Huntsville, Texas in 2022 while maintaining our core practice in Palestine.
