Jackson law firm was absolutely amazing. He was super professional, listened to what my goals were with my case and made them happe . He kept me informed every step of the way and answered all my questions I had. I highly recommend him and his team.

I had a phone appointment with Cara Surell, who failed to call at the appointed time. In calling her, she said she was late because she was looking over the questionnaire I had filled out more than a month prior. Being unprepared, she quoted pertinent facts incorrectly and when I corrected her on details she declined to represent me. The failed attempt to find a competent, caring attorney took less than five minutes.

Just a heads up they don't do free Initial consultations. It's 30 minutes of someone's time to get a case that has guaranteed income. I don't understand that equation.

I highly recommend Justin and this law firm. He helped us with a situation involving my children, and am highly satisfied how things were handled. He was very professional, courteous, and honest, and things were done in a very timely manner.

Very unprofessional law firm. Look elsewhere if you want your case to be handled with professionalism and care.

Justin is the best attorney in the Austin area. I would recommend him to anyone!

My divorce has been a life changing and heart wrenching experience. At first, I was lost and confused when my husband left me with nothing. But from my very first meeting with Mr. Jackson, I felt reassured about my options and knew I could trust him to represent me with integrity and consideration to my family and my circumstances. He was clear about what to expect and delivered more than I ever hoped. He is professional, hardworking, and ethical with a calm and rational approach – and he knows precisely when to get tough. I was beyond proud to have Mr. Jackson on my side and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for sincere, professional and effective representation! He’s simply the best.

Very polite. Very kind.

I found Mr. Jackson to be a top-notch attorney. He is very knowledgeable and experienced, and even more importantly he is very skilled at developing a strategy to ensure the best possible outcome for a case. I can't stress enough the value of an attorney that doesn't treat a case as "typical," but instead spends the time to understand all perspectives and understand what's most important to his client, and then develop advice and a strategy that really takes everything into account. When looking for an attorney, do not overlook this attribute!

Last point: Justin is very, very good in the courtroom. That is something that it may be hard to assess when interviewing an attorney, but believe me, the friend who recommended him told me the same thing... and he was right!

Awful, lies promises all delivers nothing .Left me standing in the courtroom wouldn't explain things to me . Said he was on vacation do he wouldn't gave to talk to me .Needs his license taken away . Worst lawyer got emails to prove it

I am very pleased with Mr. Jackson’s services. Today my visitation and support case was finalized and all though some of the outcome was painful it definately was fair and needed closure. Ultimately my son’s best interests were upheld and I can now move on peacefully with out the worries that concerned me yesterday and caused sleepless nights for years. Mr. Jackson was knowledgeble and there was little asked from me to do on my end. Being a single mother working 50+ hours a week that was much appreciated. I felt confident letting him do his job with minimal evidence or facts. I would recommend his services to others looking for representation for custody and support.

Justin agreed to do my divorce for a flat fee which I paid in full but when he could not get my ex to agree he didn’t want to do my case anymore and requested to be removed from my case. Ironically when I first talked with Justin he said he can be very convincing with his argument to get a good agreement, but he basically took my money drafted a proposal - my ex declined and then when we went to court and had mediation with opposing attorney Justin and the other attorney got into a verbal back and forth argument - but not about my case - apparently something personal and very unprofessional and made me very uncomfortable with the two attorneys getting up and in each other’s face arguing. Justin then wanted more money but I have a child with Autism and could not afford more and reminded him that is why we did a flat rate and I had already paid him $2500 so Justin filed to be removed from my case. Basically he took my money and then ran. He might be good if you have deep pockets and he can keep running up the bill - but in no way does he keep his word or honor his agreement for flat rate. Funny thing is I represented myself and hired an attorney to review paperwork and I ended up in a very good position and a nice divorce outcome - I had a simple case with no assets just child support to be established. A pretty simple slam dunk case - so sad to think I could win and handle the case and Justin could not. I did pay an attorney $500 to review decree and help with what steps and paperwork to be filed to get back child support and garnishment established with my ex’s employment, but like I said, a very simple and straightforward case that apparently Justin just didn’t want to complete. Just make sure you have deep pockets and I would be cautious with what Justin promises or even what he agrees to, he is not a man of his word and doesn’t have a sense of obligation to his agreements!

Done brake the law

Justin was always the calm and collected voice that I needed going through my divorce. He was always willing to explain how things work, what was possible and not possible. When it came to the mediation, not only did he get a better deal that I thought, but we ended the mediation quicker than I expected!

I worked with Evan. He did a great job on my case. He was able to turn my documents around quickly. He was also patient and thorough with his information. I would definitely recommend working with him and his law firm!

Mr. Jackson is a professional attorney who knows family law and is truly in his element in a court of law. He represented my wife and I in an uncommon family law situation and knew exactly how to handle it.

I will continue to have him represent us in the future. I recommend him to anyone looking for a professional and intelligent attorney.

I can't say I was ever happy with the timeline of a contested divorce. That said, I am grateful to have worked with Jackson Law Firm using Cara Surell as my attorney. From emails instead of visits, easy communications, and availability when needed, to their accessible location and, most importantly, consistent follow-through. My case was finalized in October 2019. I recommend this firm.

Justin was amazing in his understanding of the law and how it was to be applied in my case. He took a possible 2500 dollar bill and verdict for the plaintiff and turned it into a zero sum owed by myself the defendant. Well done Attorney. I would recommend Justin for all your legal needs. James L.

Great! We have been working with Cara to update our estate and health documents. She's been very patient with questions and with our many changes. The office is a little bit difficult to find, location-wise, but it's nice inside and the receptionist is helpful and friendly. Definitely recommend for estate work.

I have known Justin for many years. I can say that Justin has a superb knowledge of the law and zealously advocates for the best interest of his clients. I would recommend Justin.

I have been trying to get at this divorce for over six years spent thousands of dollars and countless hours of time being denied as pro say and now with this law firm I have finally got my divorce that I’ve been trying to get for so long and I’m crying I’m so happy Mr. Jackson is the best divorce lawyer that I could’ve ever chosen definitely recommend this law firm

Quick turn around. Took our family law case and we found the firm to be responsive and reasonably priced. We were very satisfied and would seek there help again if needed.

Everyone was kind, considerate, and professional. Everything was prepared and choices explained very well.

Evan Harlow and the Jackson Law Firm handled my case quickly and professionally. Evan was always quick to return my calls and address my concerns. He was always prepared for the next step in the process, and wasted no time in getting things done to resolve the filing as quickly as possible. I cannot thank Evan and the Jackson Law Firm enough.

My favorite attorney so far!

By far the worse, Justin was late on most occasions, never knew what the details of the case were. Pushy to settle the mater and or recommend that it be deflected to someone else. Always never without fail asked if the bills was paid up and that another retainer would be needed. did not file requested court papers promptly and in some cases not at all. I've never written a negative review for someone before the the level up his unprofessional conduct was beyond anything I have ever seen from this profession. I do not recommend Justin Jackson at all and ask that folks research his professionalism before considering him.

Great child custody attorney!

The staff at Jackson Law Firm, including Mr. Jackson, were very in tune with our wishes.
They went above and beyond the norm to obtain information to help with our case.
We would definitely recommend their services!

Justin and his paralegal Melody were amazing. I consulted multiple attorneys regarding my case and Justin was the only one who made me feel confident and assured. Some wanted to be overly brutal with my ex, some expected me to fold for him, but Justin GETS IT. He understood my needs and read my personality, and knew the right way to approach my situation and guided me every step of the way. Justin is honest and down to earth. He gave me realistic and probable answers and expectations, never tried to fluff or polish issues that arose just to please me.

Melody was wonderful and always helpful, taking time to walk through expectations for hearings, meditations, etc. Melody is close & personal with her clients; she was really involved in my case & felt emotions with me, both frustration and celebration, and everything in between. It truly felt as though they were on my side and took my case because they believed in it and wanted to help me, not to add names to their client list. They powered through false CPS claims, harassment, verbal abuse, and my out of state move, never giving me any doubt that I was taking the right positions, made the best choices, and that we would win my case.

This isn't a law firm that you never hear from and leaves you sitting, twiddling your thumbs, hoping they've got it together. No, this legal team is there every step of the way and always looking out for your best interests and those of your children! I never felt like they were milking time or loading the bill. In fact, they were aware of my financial situation and always offered ways to save me money. I was never pressured for payment and I will always be grateful for that. Child custody cases are emotional enough, and it was a blessing to work with a team that didn't add financial stress to the load.

Custody cases are heart wrenching, stressful, and can mentally break you. You need someone who will leave you feeling confident and even relieved, every time you hang up the phone or walk into court. I was trembling and close to vomiting for every hearing, appearance, etc., but as soon as Justin arrived and laid out his game plan, seeing him at work and watching him fight for you, I always walked out with my head held high. I have a tendency to be too nice, but Justin spoke up for me every time and made sure I never wavered from my position or accepted less than I deserved. He didn't just fight for me, he fought for my kids, and I'll always be thankful!

I retained Evan Harlow to represent me in a case. During the time he was patient, kept me well informed, and always gave me options. I found him to be highly knowledgeable and professional and would recommend his services to anybody in need of a divorce attorney or family law professional

Five Stars for the Jackson Law Firm! I was really nervous when I started my search for a family law attorney because I knew that the most important things in my life were at risk: my children, my home, my assets and my ability to provide for my kids in the future. I knew I had found the right attorney the moment I walked into Justin's office.

My divorce was nasty! My ex wife was determined to try and take my young children away from me and tried to fabricate all types of narratives to get her way. She tried to use family protective orders, stalking allegations, cps investigations, accusations of adultry, drugs and abuse with multiple police reports and every other tactic you could think of as leverage in our custody battle - but I'm happy to say I ended up with 50/50 custody of my children and an equal split of community property.

As far as logistics go - Justin and his staff worked with a sense of purpose and I never felt that they were "milking the clock." His office was always responsive and billing was clear, understandable, detailed and consistent.

Justin is an attorney that just "gets it." He understands things quickly and his staff was amazing to work with. I can honestly tell you, whether you are in an uncontested divorce and just looking for someone who understands divorce procedures and will work efficiently and accurately - or - a hard hitting attorney with lots of trial experience that will roll up his sleeves and is not afraid to fight back on your behalf... you need to call The Jackson Law Firm

Mrs Cara surell is very professional, I strongly recommend her.

A year ago I was looking for a law firm near North Austin and Cedar Park who can help my husband and I to create legal documents regarding our marriage. As a law firm which practices family law, they were responsive and efficient with our needs. Atty. Cara Surell took care of my husband's last will and testament and was also my immigration lawyer. She was very passionate and efficient towards her clients. I just got my green card with their help. I will be partnering with them once I apply for my citizenship. They are the best in family law and immigration. I wouldn't look for any law firm who takes care of their clients especially for someone who is new to this country.

Justin represented me in my modification case. I selected Justin as my attorney because of his reputation for being a brilliant and tough litigator. Justin gets the job done. He is organized and highly skilled in family law matters. I am an attorney, so taking on a case on behalf of another attorney can often be a difficult or intimidating task, given that your client lawyer might be looking over your shoulder and second guessing every decision. Justin was fearless about his representation of my case, he set clear goals and boundaries, and created a strategy. This case had to be resolved through litigation. Justin's preparation, strategy, and skills ultimately resulted in his winning the case on my behalf. I am tremendously appreciative of Justin's work, and me and my family are extremely grateful for his efforts and tenacity.

Very poor lawyer. That doesn't even describe it. He did not respond to emails. He didn't return calls. He gave little to no advice, even when asked. He made promises he couldn't keep. He took money, sat back, and waited for mediation. A horrible experience. I feel as thought I paid for nothing.

When my husband decided to leave active duty to contract overseas we were a bit concerned for his safety. After lots of research, we chose the Jackson Law Firm to handle our family estate planning. Evan Harlow, we are very thankful for your professional recommendations!
Forever Grateful!

Many thanks to Evan Harlow for his expertise and professionalism during my divorce last year. Any time I had a question, Mr. Harlow provided a prompt and thorough response. I will definitely call on The Jackson Law Firm for any future legal services/support.

My wife and I worked with Evan Harlow on an adoption, name change and new wills. We were very happy with the speed that Evan got all of these things done for us. It was a four month process and throughout it all Evan was extremely communicative and answered any and all questions for us. We would highly recommend The Jackson Law Firm for your legal needs. Evan was awesome and very easy to work with.

I just wanted to say thank you for all you have done for my family and myself in the past year. Cara has been such an amazing attorney supporting my mom through her process to obtain separation. My mom had a divorce from my father who I'll never speak to ever again and made this process as smoothly as possible. Even though her last days with us this year since my mom was diagnosed with cancer soon after her divorce , Cara did such a wonderful job helping transfer guardianship of my sisters over to me, it has never been a difficult process on her end. She has helped us and was always 100% invested in our situation. It has been one very difficult mental/physical battle within our family, but all I can do is to keep thanking God for showing my mom the Jackson firm was where we would get help from Cara. Cara has been such a blessing to us through your firm and we can't say thank you enough for supporting our families needs. I will always refer you to whoever needs an attorney if ever in the future, and we will always know you as our families attorney now as well as into the future if the need arises.
Thank you for all you do!

Justin took my case with a short notice, I was blindsided with Divorce papers, Justin had only a few days to prepare, I know he had sleepless nights before my court date because he was so prepared and ready, it blowed my mind the attention to detail and how prepared he was, long story short he got me full custody of my kids, coming from California I didn't even know that was possible in Texas, we end up working out the best deal for my two little ones and myself, No matter the circumstances Justin will do his best to help you, I'll be forever grateful and I would never hesitate to send my friends and family his way, Thank you Jackson Law firm!

Dads do get custody
My divorce was a nightmare. False assault charges, 2 rounds of depositions, 2 rounds of temporary order hearings. lots of subpoenas, restraining orders and injunctions against my ex wife, private investigators, etc. You name it my divorce had it. At the start I was looking at only getting standard visitation with my 8 year old daughter. 7 months later, In my final divorce decree I was awarded primary parent and my ex-wife has expanded standard visitation.
Surprised? Well I can tell you it would not have been possible without the persistence, dedication, experience, and hard work of Justin. Men, if you are getting divorced, you love your children and you are a great dad, you own it to them and yourself to call Justin.

I hired Mr. Jackson this past January to represent me in my divorce. Having never gone through divorce proceedings previously, I felt very unsure as to what questions I needed to even be asking of my attorney. Mr. Jackson and his staff were extremely helpful guiding me through the process and answering all of my questions regardless of the time of day. There were more than a few unexpected bumps along the way, but Mr. Jackson always remained calm and explained in detail my options and what way he felt obstacles could be removed and/or avoided altogether. I fully appreciated his experience and knowledge of family law. I wouldn’t change a single decision he and I made.

To whomever may be considering hiring an attorney, I’m a pretty good writer but not sure I can find all the words necessary to relay what a fantastic attorney Justin Jackson is and how highly I recommend him. First let me start by providing a baseline for my opinion here. In the past year alone I have had reasons to personally deal with three different attorneys, all of who I had to interact with intensively for very high personal stakes. Then there were opposing sides to each of those, so I have encounters with no fewer than 7 attorneys total this year. I first retained Justin on my third divorce. So, in addition to the past years litigation, I have in my adult life personally dealt with another three attorneys (different ones for each of my previous divorces and yet another for a custody battle). Then of course there was the opposition on each of those. That means I have personal, first hand business with 6 attorneys and opposition exposure to another 8 for a total of 15 attorneys I can personally compare Justin and his staff to. Of ALL of them, Justin has not only been the best, but his brightness has cast an ecliptic shadow over all of them. I have to say, I have never had a good opinion of ANY attorney until I started doing business with Justin. And that is not because all of the 6 that represented me did a bad job. In fact, only one did a horrible job. That was on my custody battle which happened during my marriage of my third wife. The damage was done, but after my most recent divorce that Justin did such a fantastic job on I was so impressed I asked him to represent my in the follow up to the custody battle litigation that my previous attorney had screwed up so bad on. Just the prospect of me doing FIRST time repeat business with ANY attorney was testament to how good he did. Both of those ex-spouses were extremely jilted and both had extremely aggressive attorneys trying to get the most unreasonable outcomes I could possibly imagine. Justin displayed calm and reason in the storm. He thoroughly explained my risks, rewards, and the subtle differences between a monumental win and a true, plausible victory prior to any major decision point. He expertly and fairly prepared me for any court appearance. Most importantly, he patiently listened to the loudly obvious and the softer between the lines implications of how I wanted him to represent me. Justin has an innate ability to take input from many diverse sources; apply his sheer, intellectual genius; filter out the minutia; and come up with the best solution tailored to what his client truly needs. And he has the ability to diplomatically – but quickly and efficiently – guide you through that process when you as the client yourself don’t even know what is best for you. And the best part of all this, is when he speaks in actual court, not only does Justin filter out even more based on his experience of what the judge or the opposition really needs to hear to make a decision in your favor – he does so in the most professional, truly competent, and humbly confident manner. You will not hear “uhmms,” “you knows,” or any type of stammering or hesitation. Hearing Justin Jackson in court is almost like what you could imagine the Romans and Greeks of ancient history when they described a speaker as one who poured honey in your ears. That is what puts final proof into how well he has prepared and worked for you. Bottom line, he honorably won both my cases. One last example of the volumes of compliments I have for Justin. I have a third reason for his services and I had no reservation at all in choosing him for this non-family law issue. Not even thinking about hiring another attorney is a concrete display of my faith in him. I have to say when you combine all I know of him and his uncanny ability to think quick on his feet in high pressure situations, he is perhaps the most well rounded and best suited for his career person I have ever met. Very Respectfully, Pike A. Word III

Cara helped me through the difficult divorce process. She explained each step in detail and was always available when I had questions. She put me at ease during the whole process. The office staff were very responsive as well. I will definitely use their services in the future if the need arises.

5 stars all the way with the Jackson Firm. I received everything I wanted with my divorce and everyone I encountered was very professional. No complaints at all and would definitely recommend the Jackson Law Firm.

My husband and I worked with Cara Surell to put together updated wills, directives to physicians, etc. We have teen-aged children and want to make sure their inheritance would be given to them in increments and not all at once, if we were to suddenly pass away. We also have inherited property and accounts from deceased relatives and wanted everything clear there too.
Ms. Surell was very detail oriented in preparing all our documents and asking us all the right questions to put things together. She asked us several things that had never occurred to us and we were grateful she was thinking of thing we had not. In addition, she was very mindful of how some deed paperwork should be filed and in what order things needed to be done. I am not sure other attorneys would have been that on the ball.
We also sought her professional advice on another property issue and were able to get some valuable insight into our options.
We would happily turn to Ms. Surell again for legal matters. We have recommended her and the firm to friends who are seeking to have wills made.

I can not thank Jackson law firm and Evan enough for how much they helped us! We were facing a lawsuit related to our rental property and they listened to everything that was going on, and really made us feel like they were there for us! Evan was able to manage all the events that that came up, no matter when or what they were, and he was always prompt about answering any questions we had. Thankfully Evan was able to help us settle without having to go to court!

Evan Harlow did a great job assisting me with updating all of my estate planning documents as a result of divorce. He clearly explained everything, was always on time for the in person meetings, and was very easy to work with.

Mrs. Surell did an excellent job for my family in our Estate planning. This was especially critical due to our particular needs of disability and young children. I would recommend Mrs. Surell with the Jackson Law Firm to anyone seeking help in navigating these critical pathways.

Thank you for all of your help!
Jose Ybarra

I went to Mr. Jackson and Mr. Kant seeking assistance with a rather unique conservatorship case. They and their office staff were both highly professional and responsive to our needs. Mr. Jackson handled our case personally, he worked with us and for us to achieve what was best in our case. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of Family Law representation or Estate planning. Worth every dime.

Justin represented me in a custody case and did an excellent job of understanding how to navigate the finer details of the legal system and the attitude and emotional disposition of the presiding judge.

Justin Jackson was paid $5,000 by my family and he wasn't worth $0.05. Very unprofessional and a lost pup in the courtroom. I would have to get him from out in the hallway or I couldn't find him at all. Other times he would appear "telephonically" during court hearings.

Going to Mr. Jackson was the best decision I made in my divorce case. It was a complicated case and the few law firms I went to before Mr. Jackson, assure me that I had ALL to lose and the kids mother could do what she was doing. I was at a lost when I met with Mr. Jackson. I explain to Mr. Jackson I wanted a divorce and that the kids mom had taken and move the kids to Hereford Tx, almost 9hrs away from Austin, against my will. I told him what I wanted, I wanted the kids to move back to Austin so I can see them as much as possible. Within 4-6 weeks I had my kids with me while the process of custody was underway.

At the conclusion of our case I got 50/50 custody, I do not have to pay child support, medical insurance has to be provided by the mom. I end up with everything I wanted, my kids back in Austin, and more. After a few lawyers telling me I will have to keep paying child support and the kids will stay with their mom in Hereford Tx like she wanted to, Mr. Jackson made me see some light again and got my Kids back for me. It was just AMAZING what he did and glad I met Mr. Jackson!

Everyone keeps asking me how did I end up with this great outcome and I tell them to meet Mr. Jackson. I have and always will keep recommending Jackson Law Firm!

Mr. Garcia

Cara at the Jackson Law Firm was awesome. She followed through with everything and accurately communicated exactly what would happen in this process. The firm did a terrific job and will be sure to use them again for any additional needs.

I went online to find an attorney to help me with my divorce and found the Jackson Law Firm had good reviews so I decided to give them a call. From the beginning Cara Surell was very informative and advised me on what would be the best path for my process. The journey was long but she was with me the entire time and really made me feel like I had support. If I ever need anything I will definitely go back with them.

When I first begin looking for a divorce attorney, my consultation request started with a statement of “it’s complicated” and that is what caught Justin’s attention. During my consultation, he assured me that he was there for me and it wasn’t what my ex-husband wanted but what I wanted. At that moment, I knew Justin would be my lawyer. I have to admit that I am somewhat difficult and can be a bit bossy but I left my divorce in Justin’s capable hands. When I was shaky on how things were going, he continued to reassure me especially after the Temporary Order hearing. I believe at that moment Justin realized how complicated this divorce would be. My ex-husband went for the kill and diverted his past failures on me. The outcome wasn’t what I expected but Justin advised me it could have been worse for me; it was only temporary and now the real work begins. I took a breath and said, “I trust you”. Justin made sure that we proceeded to the next step which was Discovery. He met with the judge to fight my case that my ex-husband didn’t disclose any information while I provided what was asked. We both went through some ups and downs but I knew Justin was working my divorce and when asked, I received updates. The final divorce decree had to be the hardest as we were looking at possible asset distribution situations and it wasn’t looking good for me as I had more assets than my ex-husband. I had two kids (one in college/ one in middle school) but yet my ex-husband wanted to take all he could from me. I knew what I wanted and provided Justin with my proposal and he said, “It won’t be easy but I am going to do everything to get you what you want”. He did exactly what my lawyer should have done which was to fight for his client (me) and needless to say that by the Grace, Favor and Mercy of God we came out victorious. I could not have been happier. If anyone is looking for a good divorce lawyer, Mr. Justin Jackson is who I would recommend. His cool and calm demeanor makes you feel assured that he has it all under control. I am very thankful for his help.

CML

I went to Jackson Law Firm to get assistance with a will and power of attorney. I meet with Cara Surell and she was great. She explained each area of the will and power of attorney were I could understand it without having any law background. Cara was personable and very friendly. She asked all the question the first and time we did not have to talk or meet again, until she completed the forms. I would recommend Cara to my family and friends without hesitation. Thank You Cara!

The Jackson Law Firm has been a breath of fresh air. From the moment I stepped into the office, I felt a sense of professionalism, organization, and attentiveness to my needs. Justin Jackson and his staff (Melody & Christina) have handled my case with extreme care and take the extra steps to ensure that I am represented at the highest level. Justin takes the time to understand and research every aspect of my case and gives me up front, honest, and frank opinions of what the outcomes are likely to be. He will also respond to my questions, even after hours and on weekends, in a timely fashion. His rates are fair and he doesn't nickel and dime you to death to increase the billing hours. If you want an attorney to stand up for you and battle for your rights, especially when you are dealing with a crazy, sociopathic, and diabolical ex, I highly recommend that you call The Jackson Law Firm.

My wife and I had our wills done here. We met with Mr. Jackson and we reviewed our goals and objectives. He answered all of our questions very thoroughly and is very knowledgeable. Our wills were drafted in a very timely manner. The rest of his staff are very professional and handled everything with detail. Overall, very pleasant experience, prompt, and well priced for these services.