Stephanie Proffitt

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Stephanie Proffitt: Attorney with Proffitt & Associates
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Champion Badge Reviewed
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Stephanie Proffitt is Board Certified in Child Welfare Law and Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Board certification means an attorney has been subjected to extensive experience, testing and peer review, and it is considered a symbol of skill and credibility. Less than 1% of attorneys in Texas are board certified in family. Only .03% hold dual certification in both Family Law and Child Welfare Law (and more than a third of them are sitting judges). Stephanie received her second certification in Child Welfare Law in 2019, making her among the very few who have gone the distance to prove their abilities, their experience and their prowess in these fields.

That experience goes back more than three decades, beginning as a family law paralegal in California. In that role, Stephanie taught herself the ins and outs of filing for divorce and started a business helping people with all the necessary paperwork. In the process, she identified a disconnect: She would send her clients off with flawlessly prepared documents, and yet that often wasn’t enough for them to win in court.

What was missing was quality representation.

Stephanie ultimately got her law degree, with two small children at home. She moved to Texas, and in 1998, she started her own family law practice, which is now home to several attorneys and paralegals ready to fight for their clients, no matter what.

Stephanie has built a reputation as one of Houston’s fiercest advocates, providing her clients with the quality legal representation they need to come out on top in matters of divorce, child custody, spousal support, child welfare and general family law. She was part of the legal team that took on Child Protective Services and its handling of child abuse cases — work that resulted in the largest sanction ever levied against the agency. CPS was also ordered to retrain its investigators as part of the case.

Whether she’s combatting negligence in government institutions or navigating the intricacies of a complex divorce, Stephanie maintains a powerful commitment to doing what’s right for her clients, every step of the way.

“We’ve got your back. We’re going to stand beside you. We’re going to fight to the end, while all along hoping we can work out something without the necessity of going to court.”

CREDENTIALS

HONORS

Rated Top Lawyer in Houston every year since 2006.

NONPROFIT AFFILIATIONS

Member of the board of directors for Texas Pediatric Society Foundation, which works to enhance the well-being of Texas children by supporting efforts to help improve their health, safety, and education and to make a positive impact on their lives and futures.

Vice Chairman of the Souvenir Program Committee for Houston Livestock and Rodeo, which has pledged more than $500 million in scholarships and other financial assistance for Texas students since 1932.
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Areas of Practice (6)

  • General Family Law
  • Adoptions
  • Child Welfare
  • Divorce
  • Mediation
  • Modifications

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California, Davis, B.A., Sociology - Organizational Studies; University of California, Davis, B.A., Rhetoric & Communications
Law School Attended:
Thomas Jefferson School of Law, J.D.
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Texas
Languages:
Spanish
Birth Information:
Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 1967
ISLN:
917727021

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Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (14 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/11/22 in Family Law

    Stephanie is a well-respected, hard working family law attorney who genuinely cares about her clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/09/22 in Family Law

    Ms. Proffitt is an amazing litigator. She possess the legal knowledge and skill to try a case while maintaining the litigants ability to co-parent in the future. She treats both her opposing counsel and clients with respect and professionalism.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/08/22 in Family Law

    Ms. Proffitt has been my opposing counsel on numerous cases over the years. I always enjoy working with her. Ms. Proffitt is very professional and ethical and can assess cases very well.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/01/22 in Family Law

    Super smart. Tough litigator

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/24/22 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 02/24/22 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/23/22 in Family Law

    I have known Stephanie from the professional arena for at least 15 years. I have always known her to be ethical, practical and knowledgeable in her case analysis, use of procedure and presentation in the courtroom. She is deserving of this recognit... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/22/22 in Family Law

    Stephanie is an excellent attorney who is highly regarded in the field. She is not only incredibly sharp and zealous, but also honest and ethical.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/21/22 in Family Law

    Stephanie is an exceptional attorney both in and out of the courtroom. I would recommend her to all clients and friends in need of counsel.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/21/22 in Mediation

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Avvo Client Review
4.5/5.0 (37 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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3.6/5.0 (3 reviews)
Client Champion

She is great. Stephanie is dedicated and very thorough. I will always seek her legal skills when needed. This is a great lawyer with great skills in the court room.

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346-771-0305  Phone

www.proffittfamilylaw.com/about-us

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