Ann Watson
San Antonio, TX
Licensed for 8 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
Ann W. Jamieson first joined Higdon, Hardy and Zuflacht, LLP as a law clerk in 2011 while she was attending St. Mary's University School of Law. In addition to clerking at HHZ, Ann was an Associate Editor of The Scholar: St. Mary's Law Review on Race and Social Justice. She was also a member of Phi Delta Phi, the International Legal Honor Society, and she was the recipient of the Pro Bono Certificate for her dedication to community service. Ann graduated from St. Mary's University School of Law and joined HHZ as an Associate Attorney in 2013. Prior to attending law school, Ann participated in the Teach For America program where she taught elementary school to underprivileged children for two years in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her experience working closely with families in need led her to pursue a career in family law.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Divorce and separation
Family
Language
English
Contact
Higdon, Hardy & Zuflacht, LLP12000 Huebner Rd Ste 200San Antonio, TX, 78230-1210
Office: (210) 880-3037
Website: N/AReviews
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.
I divorced a few years ago and found out I needed a lawyer for some last minute issues with the ex husband, but I did not want to go back to my previous lawyer. Ann was highly recommended by a friend. I'm so happy I found Ann, she's been amazing handling my case and very timely and so helpful explaining what was going on in each step of the case, I am so grateful I found her. I've already recommended her to some friends. Thank you Ann and Kathy for being there for me when I really needed it.
I hired Mrs. Jamieson to assist me with a complicated case with my adult disabled child. Mrs. Jamieson and entire staff were very helpful and knowledgeable from the beginning of the case, from answering questions and phone calls in a timely matter to providing excellent council throughout the entire case. I could not have done it without you.
Ann Jamieson of the Higdon Hardy, & Zuflacht law firm was one of the most professional attorneys I have worked with. From the very first day speaking with her and Charles Hardy, they showed compassion for my situation and a sense of urgency to get my case addressed. Ann's vast knowledge of family law was key in devising a strategy that resulted in the best outcome. Ann and her team of Kathy and Monica are incredibly resourceful and organized. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure that all of my questions were answered. HHZ made a good choice bringing Ann onto their team! I definitely recommend this firm and Ann Jamieson.
I was fortunate enough to work with Mrs. Jamieson during my absurdly contentious divorce and custody trial. Should you require a trial as I did, it will become strikingly clear that Mrs. Jamieson stands head and shoulders above her peers. You will find she has a firm grasp on family law, rarely losing an objection or challenge due to her knowledge base and thorough preparation. I was stunned by how superior her performance was in comparison to opposing counsel. She is a consummate professional with an outstanding work ethic and a razor-sharp legal mind that brings ideas to the table that other lawyers can't or wont. In a profession such as law, you are often best served by the right combination of experience, youthful energy and expertise. She seems to have found that ideal balance. For example, she will not hesitate to consult with her more-experienced partners on any matter that would benefit from their input. Hiring her is like hiring 3-4 lawyers in one. Most importantly, Mrs. Jamieson is a person with humility and empathy. These are traits rarely found in legal professionals who are as capable as she is. She was able to tolerate my shortcomings and put forth a case presentation that we were very proud of. While a verdict has not been issued in my case, I feel her performance was superb enough to warrant a full endorsement prior to a conclusion. Often we focus more on the end result in legal matters, however the journey to that end can be long, challenging, and at times, overwhelming. You could not choose someone better than Ann Jamieson to share that journey with.
I retained Ms. Jamieson in March ‘19 to represent me in my second divorce. Mr. Hardy, senior partner, represented me in my first one, which was relatively civil in comparison (we utilized the collaborative law approach). I couldn’t afford him a second time around. Being the junior associate of a respected firm, with access to experienced partners, I felt having a woman represent my interests as a father was a good choice. From the start, I was the underdog. This marriage was volatile, and I had documented losses of temper where I yelled at my wife and stepkids, and there were some physical altercations but no violent abuse. I was not going to look good to a judge and knew it on day one of my initial consultation with Ms. Jamieson, so I gave the facts straight. My wife beat me to the punch retaining Ms. Deanna Whitley and filing her petition. I was playing catchup. My wife was a stay-at-home mom who never worked in her adult life. We had a child who hadn’t even turned one at the time we split. He was premature with high potential to be autistic like his brothers (my stepsons). A “medically fragile special needs child” as Ms. Whitley said nonstop. I had done a self-help prenup via the web before the marriage, and thought that would protect me. But Ms. Whitley wanted to invalidate it and get a disproportionate share of the money in retribution for my alleged abuse. My wife was trying to extort me for child support above Texas guideline all the way into adulthood, all the decision rights, and limiting my time with him. She was out for blood. Over a brutal 14 mo divorce, Ms. Jamieson pushed back in every possible way. She bought me time to let the bad behavior age into the past. She got a supervisor for my visits for a month as a witness to how I am with kids and then a custody evaluator that saw me as a good dad. She went to bat on the prenup, but we couldn’t put its validity to bed via summary judgement. The stress of setbacks, delays, and my wife’s repeated court order violations got to me, and there were times I lashed out at Ms. Jamieson. She bore through it like a pro and still continued to back me. We finally got to mediation, and my wife asked an ungodly unreasonable settlement and walked when she didn’t get it, forcing us into litigation. And that is where I absolutely CANNOT recommend Ms. Jamieson enough. It was incredible to see her put on an airtight, ironclad presentation of my case, but then she also completely demolished my wife’s credibility, or any merit to what she wanted. By the 4th day, when the judge ruled, I had the prenup enforced, completely securing my property. I got a 50/50 schedule for my son from age 3-18. I got a joint say in decisions when my wife wanted to shut me out. And we limited her getting right of first refusal only until he turns school age. Yes, my wife got guideline child support, but not a penny more like she wanted. And that just means my son won’t suffer for her broke life choices. At first, that chafed me having to keep paying her after I lost so much money dragging things out. Especially because Ms Jamieson made the cases night and day in comparison. But as soon as I talked to her after the verdict, she set me at ease: what I got was worlds better than my settlement offer. I was better off for fighting. And that’s a big win. Ms. Jamieson’s hourly rate is a steal in terms of the quality and competence she offers. She’s brilliant, professional, compassionate, and has the ability to ruthlessly get the testimony she needs from witnesses. If you are a father looking for someone to stand up for you, Ms. Jamieson is your woman. Hands down. Much appreciation to her team of Kathy and Monica, as well, who prepared the ridiculous amount of communication and financial documentation I turned over into evidence. They are a highly effective team together. I am very grateful to have made the choice I did in this ugly, bloody ordeal.
I hired Ann almost three years ago to represent me in my divorce and then again last year in a custody dispute. My primary concern both times was the safety of my child. Due to my ex's non-compliance with our decree and court orders we spent the majority of the last three years in some form of litigation. Through it all, Ann was my rock and fought for me and my child as if I was her only client. She communicated regularly with updates, was thorough in all her research and work, collaborated with her partners when necessary and has never let me down. She is extremely knowledgeable, prepared and takes whatever time is required to do things right and in your best interest. She made me feel like I had a friend and partner in my struggles, not just a hired representative. When it finally came time for our multi-day trial she was there early, worked through lunch and re-capped with me at the end of each day. She always did her homework and was able to substantiate and back up all our requests with applicable, current case law. Ultimately, she was able to ensure the best interest of my child was carried out and the judge denied all my ex's demands in full. Ann even won her argument for and we were awarded 100% attorney's fees. (She is so good that while we were in recess, waiting for the judge to rule, my ex approached her and complimented her and told her "no matter how this turns out, [he] wanted her to know she is truly an amazing attorney.") Having used two other family practice attorneys and interviewed a few others, Ann is by far the best I've ever met. I cannot praise her enough for her dedication and energy. Regardless of the issues at hand, I know Ann will always give you the best advice (even if it's not what you want to hear) and will be straight with you. I highly recommend Ann and can attest to her amazing ability to navigate through the complex, violent, and oftentimes exhausting requests and behaviors of my ex.
Ann recently represented me in a child custody dispute and I could not have been more pleased with her work. Ann was actually my second attorney on the matter so I have some basis for comparison as well. Ann provided everything that I hoped my attorney would - most importantly, peace of mind. My case had already been going on for two years when I hired Ann. It was easily the most stressful time in my life but immediately after hiring Ann, I was able to spend less time thinking or worrying about my case. That's because Ann is an extremely diligent attorney. I never had to worry about what needed to be done because Ann was always already doing it. Not once did I ever question her commitment to my case. On top of that, Ann's friendly demeanor and easy-to-talk-to personality was just icing on the cake. To use a medical analogy, my experience with Ann was like being treated by a doctor who is the best in her field and has amazing bedside manner to boot. She is a consummate professional. I would highly, highly recommend hiring her.
When I hired Ann I was already technically divorced under false pretenses and wrongful misleading. When I first called with my mom I was a wreck, I was scared, nervous and just plain mad but Ann assured me everything would be okay. The time came to meet with Ann and I gave her every detail on the timeline of my relationship, marriage and divorce, she was there to help. Within a week we were in court with my ex husband and his lawyer, words were never crossed between my ex and I only the lawyers, my ex husband just pretty much GAVE up and gave in to my requests. I was literally divorced twice but the second time with Ann was easier and less stressful than the first. I recommend Ann to anyone needing legal assistance with any family law problems. She's phenomenal and gets the job done WITH justice and equality.
A lady from my support group at church recommended Ann. When I met Ann I was a wreck. My husband cleared out our bank accounts and left me with four young children and I was a stay at home mom. Ann provided me with so much information on the process of divorce through her law firm's introduction video. It outlined the process of divorce, how to conduct your self during court proceedings, and many other informative things. I was always asked if I had any questions and even if I did not Ann would go over typical questions that most people would have. Every day I heard from Ann by email or phone call. If she was going to be busy she would always let me know what she had going on for her day and week so I would not feel neglected if she didn't respond right away. At the end of the week her firm would send me a very detailed invoice that showed where every penny went to for my case and she was always open if there were any questions. When she communicated with m y ex husband's lawyer or anyone she always sent me a professional email statement that showed exactly what she sent and the response. If his lawyer didn't respond within a reasonable time frame she would contact me and let me know what the next course of action would be. Ann never did anything that would cost without getting my input or permission. Ann always pulled out her big lawyers books and would dig deeper into what she knew we needed to fight for in order to make sure we had everything we needed for court. She always met with me at least a week prior to any time we needed to go to court to go over any details and to explain all the possible outcomes. Ann knew the law so much and she had such a great team and she had so much resources that she created a divorce decree that will secure my four children now and their future no matter what happens to my ex husband. One of the things Ann taught me was to trust her and listen to what she tells me. She told me no matter what be honest and stick to what any order says no matter how painful or what my ex may do. She also told me to document everything on Our Family Wizard on the our family wizard website. In addition to documenting everything she recommended for me to make everything I document accessible for my ex through his our family wizard account. The reason she recommended for me to do that was so if he had any disagreements with anything he could respond. Everything she told me to do I did. Six months into our divorce decree my ex wasn't paying the support he was ordered and he didn't pay or deliver the things he was ordered to in the decree. I contacted Ann again and hired her to do an enforcement. Within a week Ann had everything together and had my ex served. Even though my ex didn't do what he was ordered I never kept our children from him nor did I do anything like calling and harassing him this was advice Ann stressed constantly. When it was time for court I had so much paper trail to support me that Ann was able to get my ex husband's lawyer number three to talk him into EVERYTHING WE WERE REQUESTING. Ann did such a great job with her research, knowledge, and execution that I did not have to go in front of a judge for my decree or the enforcement. She is a VERY aggressive professional young lady and she is going to continue to go far in her career. in conclusion I would recommend Ann Watson because she is trustworthy by giving her clients the best legal advice that will fit the need of the client, she is very responsive and responds with in 24 hours, she is knowledgeable and she will pull out her big lawyer books right in front of a client to do more research, and she will keep you informed through the entire process. Even though Ann has only been licensed for a year I can promise you her integrity goes far beyond the years she has been practicing and that alone should be a reason why you should contact Ann to assist you in your legal matters.