I was very impressed with Brian and his staff. They were very thorough, open and informative…read morethroughout my case. Brain achieved results in my case. He stood his ground and articulated his stance intelligently. I feel like I have someone on my side to stand up for what is right for my family.

My experience with Walters Gilbreath and Jake Gilbreath was beyond extraordinarily disappointing…read moreand a total waste of time and money. They completely failed me and my children. Jake billed me more than $107,000 before I finally changed attorneys, and the results and level of representation I received did not come close to justifying half of those fees. Despite the stakes of my divorce and SAPCR proceedings, my deposition preparation consisted of a Zoom call lasting less than 40 minutes. I was not adequately prepared for significant areas of questioning that arose during the deposition. Jake also failed to adequately communicate how rapidly my legal fees were escalating. On May 8, 2026, I was informed for the first time that the firm claimed I owed an additional $48,177.34, after I had already paid $59,432.65. The lack of results was equally frustrating. Over approximately four months, Jake was not even able to successfully resolve the return of my personal possessions from my former spouse. I was paying an extraordinary amount of money while watching basic issues remain unresolved. Most concerning, I did not receive the strategic guidance, preparation, communication, and advocacy I expected from an attorney charging these rates. I hired Jake expecting an experienced family-law attorney who would protect my interests and provide clear direction during one of the most consequential legal matters of my life. That was not my experience. I eventually changed attorneys, but by then I had been billed more than $107,000 thousand dollars and was left not even making it to first base in the process. He couldn't even get my possesions back for me over a 3 month period. Completely useless. Based on my firsthand experience, I strongly recommend looking elsewhere before hiring Walters Gilbreath. Do not assume that an expensive attorney or firm's reputation guarantees effective representation. I wish I had.

Attorney, Scott Cook, took my case and exceeded my expectations. He's brilliant, and was delightful…read moreto work with! Scott is an Employment Law Specialist, and he knows his field inside and out. I would not hesitate to call on Scott in the future. He's an excellent, HONEST, and hard-working attorney. I highly recommend him!

While Scott elected not to take my case, he offered good advice at no charge after a careful review…read moreof my situation. I suspect that he would do an excellent job under the right circumstances. I highly recommend talking to them if you have a need in one of their areas of expertise.

I am extremely disappointed with my experience with this personal injury law firm. For six months,…read moreI waited and never received a phone call or had the opportunity to speak directly with an attorney about my case. Then, without any meaningful communication or discussion, I received an email stating that they were dropping my case because it was not financially worthwhile for them. I understand that not every case is a fit for every firm, but I expected at the very least the courtesy of a phone call and a conversation with an attorney before a decision was made. After six months of waiting, receiving a brief email instead of a personal explanation felt dismissive and unprofessional. Clients deserve communication, respect, and transparency -- regardless of the potential financial value of their case.

Hi-ok they never call you They switch attorneys too many…read moretimes You request funds, they act like they're broke, they have to go asked someone. They never call you You have to continue to call them , cause they are so called never in They are always in meetings Took a month to get funds $200 so sad Keep giving me story after story on when my case will be done. They are not any good. I give them 1 because the receptionist always answered the calls and they would get off to check if attorney was in or if he would talk to you. An most of the time NO. HES NOT THEN RECEPTIONIST SENDS TO VOICEMAIL. NO ILL TAKE MY 1BACK AND DJC 00

Mark and Allison are fantastic! It was such a relief to hear "dismissed" when we hired the Hull…read moreFirm to represent my son for his DUI. I fell like everything was handled from a-z and my son is obviously thrilled. This was truly the best outcome from a terribel situation.

Mark Hull made it clear that he was weirded out by me and dropped my case. A couple of years later,…read moreI managed to get a job at a restaurant where he walked in with a date. I was told to walk around and refill people's drinks. When I approached Mark's table, I had unintentionally interrupted him as he was busy making fun of me and my case in great detail. I think that violates some sort of code, right? I went with a different firm with a favorable outcome, considering how my case wasn't even that complicated. I want to know why Mark felt the need to talk about my private matters with someone who is a complete stranger to me. In short, he's not a good person and definitely doesn't follow any sort of ethical code.

Even though the area I needed assistance in was not hers, I received referrals to attorneys who…read morecould assist! She was attentive in discussing my situation and providing a path to resolution. If I ever need assistance in her area, I will be coming back to hire her!

Preamble: I may be the first to review Sue and a single, effusive review always looks suspect. I'd…read moreinvite you to look at my Yelp review count and community standing and see for yourself that I don't hand out five-star reviews like they were candy. She truly deserves all five stars here. Sue was practically a godsend when I went through my divorce. My situation was a bit unusual even as divorces go (my ex is an attorney) and Sue helped me make best use of the limited funds I had to represent my interests. She charged very fairly for her time, which is to say she charged me for all time spent, but she also helped and enabled me to do as much legwork on my own as was possible. I talked to a number of other attorneys who obviously approach divorce with a very cookie-cutter attitude but Sue was ready to embrace the nuances of my case and help me make the most of a limited budget. If I have but one regret it is that I didn't follow up with her with all of the thank-yous she deserved.

Tyler Hickle is an exceptional attorney--professional, knowledgeable, and truly client-focused. He…read moretook the time to thoroughly explain everything and made sure I understood my options every step of the way. I never felt rushed, and his communication was excellent. His expertise and attention to detail gave me confidence throughout the process. If you're looking for an attorney who genuinely cares and delivers strong results, I highly recommend Tyler Hickle.

I hired Mr. Hickle back in January 2024 for a case that was involving my previous apartment…read morecomplex. They was trying to collect a fee that was already paid and refused to remove it from my credit report. Mr. Hickle took on the case and he was on the 3 defendants like white on rice. He is by far the best lawyer with communication as he responds back real quick. I would recommend Mr. Hickle to anyone that is having issues with debt collectors. You are in good hands with him.

Highly, highly recommend. I can't express how awesome Ringel & Brymer are. Jimmy Brymer is an…read moreabsolute beast of a negotiator. He took over everything for a very reasonable flat fee, didn't over-promise, and kept me well informed throughout the process. The final settlement was nearly exactly accurate to his prediction, actually being on the lower end of what he thought. I hope I never need to hire a lawyer again, but if I do, these guys are definitely my go-to from now on. If you want a lawyer that can handle his business and strives to earn your trust, Ringel & Brymer is the place to go.

This review concerns a case in which a disbarred lawyer worked on my file, that fact was admitted…read moreunder oath by opposing counsel, my own attorneys failed to act on that admission. Their failures were so extraordinary, that it seemed as if they were deliberately sabotaging my case. They ASKED to join my case against their old boss, claiming that they watched every day for cases which would let them "get back at" him. Yet, they removed claims from my lawsuit without asking first, failed to request a directed judgment when the Defendant admitted to stealing from me under oath, quit 4 days before a trial and billed for work never delivered. This review is to document failures by the law firm Ringel & Brymer which fatally harmed my case. Background and firm-level conflict: Ringel & Brymer sent me an unsolicited registered mail letter asking to be added as counsel and specifically offering the firm's services free of charge in my case against Derek Van Gilder whom both Ringel and Brymer had previously worked for/partnered with and whom I was suing for theft of retainer and failure to appear. I asked how James Ringel had become aware of my lawsuit against his former employer/partner and he replied that he'd been watching all filings in Bastrop courts for anything involving his former employer, looking for any opportunity to assist in any action against Derek Van Gilder. Obviously in retrospect this was a MASSIVE conflict of interest. Under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, this type of conflict is non-waivable, particularly given Ringel's claim that his former employment with Van Gilder would give him "the inside edge" in assisting me with my case. This unwaivable conflict is obvious to any first-year law student, or at minimum requires strict written informed consent and careful compliance. (TDRPC 1.06(a), 1.06(b), 1.09(a), 1.06(c)) Having already suffered theft at the hands of Van Gilder, not to mention having to take over the case I'd hired him for, I was financially strained and accepted James Ringel's offer of free help. At intake, I recall signing a written conflict waiver. My wife was present and independently recalls reviewing the document and seeing me sign it. But after the representation collapsed, Ringel stated in writing alternately that he could not recall whether any written conflict waiver exists, that he could accelerate the efforts of his staff to "find it" depending upon why I wanted it, and in the same email suggested, startlingly, that a conflict waiver might not have been required in this situation. For a partner-level attorney at a law firm to be unable to confirm whether written informed consent was obtained in a plainly conflicted engagement reflects either a serious firm-level compliance failure, or a fundamental lack of truthfulness. (TDRPC 1.01(b), 1.03(b), 1.06(c)) Failure to act on sworn testimony admitting use of a disbarred lawyer! During the proceedings, Derek Van Gilder testified under oath that a disbarred attorney, R. Allen Rogers, worked on my file. Understand, this was sworn testimony by the Defendant himself! That admission triggered IMMEDIATE obligations for Ringel and Brymer: to notify the court, to seek appropriate relief, and to address the legal and ethical consequences of a disbarred lawyer's participation. James Ringel and Jimmy Brymer did NOTHING. Worse, BOTH both had prior employment with Van Gilder and were in a position to know of Rogers's prohibited work on client files James filed no motion/objection, contacted no authorities. No relief or corrective action was taken. (TDRPC 1.01(a), 1.01(b), 1.03(a)) This failure to act exposes James Ringel and Jimmy Brymer to possible sanctions up to and including disbarment themselves, and brutally calls their integrity into question. (TDRPC 1.01(a), 1.01(b), 1.03(a)) Van Gilder's exhibits at trial showed billing me $400 per hour instead of $390 per hour, plus multiple $400+ charges for the same intake phone call. These exhibits were sufficient ON THEIR OWN to prove my claims of theft by Defendant. Despite this, no attorney from Ringel & Brymer moved for a directed verdict or judgment notwithstanding the verdict. James stopped communicating once the case went to appeal. Weeks/months went by without issuing witness subpoenas or engaging in trial prep. Nobody from the firm stepped in, FOUR DAYS before the trial I had to fire him to act on my own behalf, or lose by default. Each of the above failures are individually serious. However taken together they were devastating. The combined impact of such gross negligence was indistinguishable from DELIBERATE SABOTAGE of my legal interests, This failure raises serious questions under the Texas Disciplinary Rules and was referred to the appropriate authorities for review. I CANNOT recommend Ringel & Brymer for matters involving conflicts of interest, trial practice, ethical compliance, or deadline-critical litigation work.

Just had the most professional and fulfilling experience I've ever had with a law firm here at The…read moreHaney Law Firm. This is a family business, run by Attorney Caitlin Haney Johnston, and her sister Amber, with the rest of the team. I learned after residing in Texas for the last five years, that my will and trust from California were invalid in Texas. That was an unpleasant awareness, as it took quite a bit of time to prepare those documents. My job offered "MetLife-Prepaid Legal" as an annual benefit. MetLife even offered an affordable family plan. So we made the call, discussed our needs and shortly thereafter, we were reviewing the draft documents and signing our finals. We needed a Spanish translation for one of our family members. No problem, as their Paralegal Celeste speaks Spanish fluently. The office visit was amazing. They were so patient and understanding with all our questions. Not once did I feel rushed. It was like talking to a family member that knew the law. Over all it was a great experience, and a weight off my shoulders. I can't praise them enough how they helped me breathe easier knowing that this matter was done. Thank you Caitlin, Amber and Celeste for your professional help with this matter. We truly appreciate y'all. Michael C. - Georgetown

When my uncle died without a will, the prospect of going through probate in a far away state seemed…read morelike an impossible task. After interviewing several Austin Estate Attorneys we chose the Haney Law Firm and WE COULD NOT BE HAPPIER!!! They are fantastic! During the lead up to our hearing, they were in constant communication with us, made sure we knew exactly what to expect and helped us gather all of the information both they, the Ad Litem (Court appointed attorney) and the judge needed. Flash forward... I can NOT believe how supremely prepared Caitlan Haney Johnston (our attorney) was for the Probate Hearing. Both the witnesses and I were thoroughly prepped for the testimony we would be expected to give and, by the time we walked into the courtroom, we were all completely comfortable with what to expect. The hearing went exactly as we were told it would by Caitlan and she stayed with us to make sure all of the post hearing paperwork was filled out correctly including the stamped copies of the judge's orders. The next day I received both calls and emails from Amber (the amazing paralegal) and Caitlan making sure we knew exactly what the court expects of us and the time lines. I could not have asked for more!!! The Haney Law Firm is the absolute "Best of the Best!!!"