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Local Ratings & Reviews (23)
Overall Average Rating
My divorce should have been an easy one. One parent filing against another, assets divided, custody agreed on. My ex made some poor decisions that placed our kids in jeopardy. The State of Texas got involved and...
2023/06/25
Shelly was an amazing lawyer for me! Very honest, caring, upfront and knowledgeable! 10/10 would recommend her for anyone i know that needs a family lawyer. And would hire her again if needed! Thank you for being...
2019/01/15
Shelly Merchant is definitely the kind of attorney you would want on your side. She has handled several cases for me and each one she gave me 100%. I was treated with respect and she is always professional. ...
2019/01/15
A completely amazing experience!!! Knowledgeable, caring..and 100 percent in my corner!!! I would highly recommend Shelly !!! Thank you so much for all that you did for my family !!!
2019/01/14
Ms. Merchant and her staff were very professional. Even though I was 1,200 miles away from Houston her office kept me informed and gave me a strong since of comfort. Any missed calls or emails were promptly...
2011/01/06
Shelly is extremely knowledgeable about family law and did an outstanding job with my case. Her office staff was also very helpful and professional and did whatever they could to answer my questions when needed. ...
2011/08/04
I'm surprised to see the negative reviews. I have hired Shelly for several legal matters within the past years and have never been disappointed. She does a wonderful job and her staff is also great. She seems to...
2011/11/29
Ms. Merchant was able to help retain custody of my three children and I received Sole custody. She helped every step of the way and was strong and decisive in court. She is very knowledgeable and impressive.
2012/01/31
Shelly Merchant has represented me on multiple cases and has always been very professional and accessible. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Mrs. Merchant has always taken her time to explain any questions...
2014/02/19
Shelly is a great lawyer. She is very helpful, understanding, and responsible. Since the first time I met her for my divorce case she was so focused on my case that I felt she was more than my lawyer. She helped...
2014/02/27
Ms Merchant helped me with my divorce case, she went above and beyond to help me. I would definitely rehire Ms Merchant, especially recommend her to y'all. She's very polite, and is always keeping you posted on...
2014/03/17
Shelly was absolutely one of the best attorneys I have had. Unfortunately, for me, I have had to deal with the courts over custody issues a few times. Not always did I have a 'good' attorney by my side. So finding...
2014/12/10
I had Mrs.Shelly as an amicus that was assigned to my custody case, I was going through a custody dispute for the second time ms merchant always investigated thoroughly and was always completely fair about...
2016/03/05
Shelly Merchant was assigned to our case by the state as the attorney (amicus) for my grandson. She was relentless in finding the best solution for this difficult case and went the extra mile to ensure that what...
2016/03/07
After being served unexpectedly with divorce papers, I was referred to Shelly Merchant by a family member. After consulting with Shelly, I knew she was the legal professional I wanted representing me and my...
2018/07/21
Ms. Merchant was very helpful in a custody case as well as very knowledgeable in family law. I would highly recommend.
2018/07/23
Mrs merchant was able to answer all my problems with a positive outcome, she fought for my son and myself, she is caring and loyal but just tough enough to get thr job done! I could not have been more satisfied!
2019/01/16