Business Details
Experienced Family Law Attorneys in Denton, TX
Coffey & Yates is a dedicated family law firm with over 75 years of combined legal experience, specializing in complex divorce, child custody, and family law matters. Our team of board-certified attorneys prioritizes compassionate advocacy while delivering strategic, results-oriented representation. We serve clients in Denton, Tarrant, Cooke, Wise, and Grayson counties, focusing on personalized solutions for high-asset divorces, custody disputes, and adoption cases.Our attorneys maintain rigorous professional standards through decades of board certification by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. We emphasize transparent communication, guiding clients through every legal step while addressing their unique needs with ethical integrity and unwavering dedication.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Child Support
Step-Parent Adoption
Family Law Appeals
Prenuptial Agreements
Highlights and features
- Board-certified family law attorneys with 30+ years of specialized experience
- Proven track record in high-asset divorce and complex custody cases
- Client-centered approach with personalized legal strategies
- Tenacious courtroom advocacy combined with collaborative dispute resolution
- Deep local knowledge serving Denton and surrounding North Texas counties
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm specializes in complex divorce cases involving high-value assets, retirement accounts, and contentious custody disputes. We provide aggressive courtroom representation while exploring amicable resolutions through collaborative law. Our attorneys guide clients through property division, spousal support, and post-divorce modifications with strategic precision.
Child Custody
We handle initial custody determinations and modification cases with focus on children's best interests. Our team navigates standard possession orders, grandparent rights, and relocation disputes while advocating for clients' parenting goals. We prepare detailed custody evaluations and represent clients in enforcement proceedings when necessary.
Child Support
Our attorneys address child support establishment, modification, and enforcement matters. We ensure accurate calculations considering all relevant factors while representing clients in income withholding order negotiations and contempt proceedings. We advocate for fair support arrangements that reflect clients' financial realities.
Step-Parent Adoption
We guide clients through the legal process of step-parent adoptions, ensuring proper termination of biological parental rights and completion of home studies. Our team handles necessary court filings and represents clients at finalization hearings to create legally recognized family relationships.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our firm drafts and reviews prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities. We ensure documents meet Texas legal requirements while addressing property division, spousal support, and inheritance provisions tailored to clients' specific circumstances.
People
Amanda Coffey
Family Law Attorney
Amanda Coffey focuses on complex divorce and custody cases with over 15 years of family law experience. She combines strategic courtroom advocacy with compassionate client counseling to achieve favorable outcomes.
Jennifer Yates
Family Law Attorney
Jennifer Yates specializes in child support enforcement and adoption cases. With extensive experience in North Texas family courts, she provides dedicated representation for clients navigating complex legal challenges.
Dan C. Coffey
Of Counsel
Board-certified family law attorney Dan C. Coffey brings 30+ years of experience to complex divorce litigation and appellate representation. His expertise includes high-asset property division and business valuation matters.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and enforcement proceedings across North Texas.
Are your attorneys board-certified?
Yes, our attorneys maintain board certification in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2005.
Do you handle cases outside Denton County?
We represent clients throughout Denton, Tarrant, Cooke, Wise, and Grayson counties in North Texas.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment arrangements and accept major credit cards for client convenience.
How do you approach child custody cases?
We prioritize children's best interests while advocating for clients' parental rights through evidence-based strategies and negotiation.
Can you modify existing court orders?
Yes, we handle modifications for custody, support, and visitation when life circumstances change significantly.
