Charlotte Rainwater

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Charlotte Rainwater: Attorney with Walters Gilbreath, PLLC
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Biography

Charlotte understands the complexities that are involved in family law litigation and she takes the time to fully understand the individual needs of each client’s unique situation.

As a frequent author and speaker at family law seminars, Charlotte’s bibliography includes a diverse range of topics from complex property issues, child custody, ethics, evidence, and trial tactics. Her commitment to continuing legal education has also included her leadership as course director for one of the most well-respected family law seminars sponsored by the State Bar of Texas as well as her inclusion as a faculty member and speaker at many other seminars throughout the state.

In 2005, Charlotte was board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Over the years she has devoted countless hours to the advancement of the family law profession, including serving as the Chair of the Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists, a regional organization devoted to promoting education, ethics, and professionalism in the field of family law. A proud member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, a national organization limiting participation to family law specialists who have achieved a reputation for excellence in their field. On many occasions, Charlotte has been chosen by her peers as a Texas Super Lawyer, a Thomson Reuters business published by Texas Monthly magazine.

Born and raised in central Texas, Charlotte is a fifth-generation Texan and attended Sam Houston State University. After acquiring her bachelor’s degree in 1994, she worked as a law clerk for a prominent family lawyer while attending law school. Charlotte graduated from South Texas College of Law in 1998.

Charlotte Rainwater, founder of The Rainwater Firm, has devoted her practice solely to family law for her entire 20-year career. Recently, Charlotte expanded her practice to include collaborative law, mediation, and arbitration.

Areas of Practice (1)

  • Family Law

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Sam Houston State University, B.A., 1993
Law School Attended:
South Texas College of Law, J.D., 1998
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Texas
Languages:
Spanish
Birth Information:
Madisonville, Texas, December 7, 1969
Certifications:
Board Certified, Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
ISLN:
914667917

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (12 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge
  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0
  • Communication

    5.0/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 09/06/22 in Family Law

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Founder on 08/19/22 in Family Law

    Charlotte is an outstanding attorney. I have referred many clients to her and they have all been thrilled with her representation.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/18/22 in Family Law

    Awesome lawyer who truly cares about her clients and their success. Also, a great mediator. Would recommend her to any of my clients.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/13/22 in Family Law

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/13/22 in Family Law

    I have handled several appeals where Charlotte has prevailed at the trial court level and I have defended the judgment in favor of her client on appeal. Charlotte's trial skills are excellent as is apparent from reading the trial transcripts in... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/13/22 in Family Law

    I have known Charlotte for about 20 years. I have had cases against her, I have had cases in which she was an amicus attorney, and I have attended social and professional events with her numerous times. She is an attorney that conducts herself with... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/11/22 in Family Law

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 07/08/22 in Family Law

    Ms. Rainwater appeared in my court on many occasions. I alway found her to be a highly experienced and competent lawyer. She was always prepared, professional and and an outstanding advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to either refer her o... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Counsel on 07/07/22 in Family Law

    Excellent litigator. High level of creativity, ethics, and professionalism.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/07/22 in Family Law

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