Lawrence J Praeger P.C. - Dallas, TX

Board-Certified Family Law and Mediation Mastery in Dallas, Texas

Navigating high-conflict family law disputes, contested custody proceedings, or complex asset division demands exceptional legal mastery, emotional intelligence, and seasoned courtroom judgment. Located on historic State Street in Uptown Dallas, Texas, Lawrence J Praeger P.C. has provided trusted, sophisticated legal counsel for individuals, families, and professionals across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex for more than thirty-five years. Founding attorney Lawrence J. Larry Praeger combines extensive trial acumen with advanced alternative dispute resolution strategies to achieve sustainable and advantageous outcomes.

Attorney Larry Praeger graduated from South Texas College of Law Houston in 1981 and has been licensed by the State Bar of Texas for over forty years. In 1992, he earned the prestigious designation of Board Certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction maintained continuously for more than three decades. His distinguished legal career also includes serving as an Assistant County Attorney in Bell County prosecuting child welfare matters, volunteering as an associate judge and special master in Dallas County family courts, and holding an AV Preeminent peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell. When you need to hire a family lawyer in Dallas with deep institutional knowledge, Lawrence J Praeger P.C. offers unparalleled experience.

Comprehensive Family Law Practice Areas

Whether guiding clients through collaborative divorce discussions or litigating contentious disputes before family court judges, the firm provides comprehensive legal representation:

• Divorce Lawyers: Representing spouses in complex contested and uncontested divorce proceedings, high-net-worth marital property division, spousal maintenance, and asset tracing.
• Child Custody Lawyers: Advocating for parental rights in conservatorship proceedings, formulating workable possession orders, and guiding parents through custody evaluations and amicus attorney appointments.
• Child Support Lawyers: Handling initial statutory child support calculations, above-guidelines support for high-income earners, support enforcement, and modification actions.
• Adoption Lawyers: Assisting families with stepparent adoptions, private adoptions, and terminations of parental rights to establish permanent legal parent-child relationships.
• Prenuptial Agreement Lawyers: Drafting and reviewing premarital agreements, postnuptial contracts, and partition agreements to protect separate property assets and establish clear expectations.
• Family Mediation and Collaborative Law: Utilizing certified mediation skills to resolve high-stakes family disputes out of court, reducing unnecessary financial expense and emotional distress.

Specialized Representation for Mental Health Professionals

In addition to traditional domestic relations, Larry Praeger has developed a unique statewide practice representing psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed professional counselors, and social workers. For over twenty-five years, he has defended healthcare providers against licensing board complaints, advised on HIPAA compliance, and prepared therapists to testify effectively in family court litigation.

Wills, Probate, and Estate Planning

Recognizing the intimate link between family restructuring and personal legacy, the firm assists clients with tailored estate planning. Attorney Praeger drafts last wills and testaments, statutory powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and assists executors with probate administration in Dallas County probate courts.

Schedule a Confidential Consultation Today

Decisive legal counsel is essential to safeguarding your parental rights and financial future. Contact Lawrence J Praeger P.C. today at (214) 871-0700 to schedule a confidential legal consultation with a trusted board-certified specialist.