Boutique Texas Family Law · Est. 1999

Protecting what matters most.

Experienced family law representation for Texas families navigating divorce, custody, and the moments that define a life.
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The Hedlesten Advantage

Twenty-four years spent standing beside Texas families — quietly, carefully, completely.

With over 25+ years of experience in Family Law, we are committed to guiding Houston families through challenging legal matters. Balancing empathy and expertise, our strategic approach and personalized attention set us apart. Ensure that you and your family receives the support and advocacy they deserve. Let’s Navigate This Together.

Practice Areas

Focused entirely on Texas family law.

A boutique practice means every matter is handled personally. Below are the areas we serve — quietly, and with full attention.
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Divorce

Discreet, strategic representation through contested and collaborative divorce — with your future firmly in view.
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Child Custody

Custody, visitation, and modification matters handled with a steady focus on what serves your children.
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Child Support

Fair, sustainable support arrangements — established, enforced, or modified with clarity and care.

Why Families Choose Us

A quieter kind of representation.

Compassion

Every consultation begins with listening. We meet you in the moment you’re in — not the outcome we’re steering toward.

Experience

Twenty-five years of Texas family law, quietly focused on the matters that shape a family’s future.

Results

Careful strategy, honest counsel, and representation that holds up in the courtroom and at the kitchen table.

The Bookshelf

Explore our practice, one volume at a time.

A quiet way to move through the firm — the way you’d browse a trusted attorney’s own library.

"Every family deserves compassionate legal guidance during life's most difficult transitions."

James R. Hedlesten

Texas Family Law Attorney

Client Stories

Words from the families we've represented.

Because of James, I was awarded full custody of my son - something that truly changed the course of my life.

Kevin C.

He was hired on short notice and delivered beyond what we thought. He truly care’s about the rights of the parent and does not allow injustice.

Ashley S.

I had 3 divorce lawyers before finally finding James and completely turned my case around. James was incredible at communication after hours and attentive to all the details of the case.

MIKE J.

As Featured In

Dr. Phil

FOX 26 Houston

KPRC 2 Houston

By the Numbers

A quarter century of quiet, careful work.

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Contact

Reach the firm directly.

Whether by phone, email, or a visit to our office — we’re here when you’re ready.

1004 Prairie Street Houston, Texas

Mon – thurs · 9:00 – 5:30 Fri · 9:00 – 12:00

Boutique Texas Family Law · Est. 1999

Let's protect
what matters most.

Every consultation is private, unhurried, and led personally by your attorney. There is no obligation — only clarity.