Catherine and her para are inscrutable. They are wise, caring and totally professional.

Thank you Cathy and the team. Cathy Benouis is an expert in family law. She is honest, transparent and fair. I really appreciated how responsive Cathy was to my concerns, questions and other preoccupations while going through what was a tremendouly challenging time. I highly recommend Benouis Law!

As a parent, one of the most terrifying, emotionally charged situations I've experienced is finding myself in a child custody lawsuit. To compound that fear, I had no idea of who could or should represent me in the most important battle I may ever face, and it was paralyzing. Catherine was highly recommended to me by a prominent Austin attorney who practices law in another field. There are numerous reasons Catherine is both revered by her peers and ranked as a top Family Law attorney by the clients she has represented.
She actively listens to absorb every detail of your case which allows her to identify all of the relevant information, to formulate multiple strategies, and then to analyze each angle to identify the most effective strategy. Catherine seamlessly navigates the nuances which make each case unique, and her execution and implementation is consistently thorough, well thought out, and diplomatic
There is a singular, unknown skill set that very few of us are aware to look for when researching attorneys, and it is vital. I learned this from closely observing Catherine's conduct and process during our court hearings, and I only understood the importance when I experienced it firsthand. The attorney you hire needs to possess the instinct and intuition to accurately perceive, discern and react to everything that is not being said by the judge, the opposing council, any witnesses, and all other parties involved. In court, every statement made on behalf of both the Plaintiff and Defendant is intended to serve as evidence to either support or invalidate your argument, and no one is going to voluntarily reveal the cards in their hand. I believe Catherine’s ability to read people well enough to hone in on things that are not being spoken is exceedingly rare as it is not an attribute one can learn in law school, and this is exactly reason she has been able to establish an impeccable track record.
When all of these strengths are combined with integrity, you get Catherine. She is a force to be reckoned with, and the only reason I maintain custody of my children. I strongly recommend her to represent anyone in any family law matter you’re facing because she earned my trust and respect.

I highly recommend Benouis Law. Catherine is a skilled attorney who can keep a level head and operate with grace and intelligence even in the most challenging situations. She helped me navigate a protracted divorce with professionalism and compassion, and I am grateful. Her highly capable paralegal Janine is equally supportive and professional—they make a great team. Thank you, Catherine and Janine!

I would highly recommend this law firm...they are very punctual, and very helpful!!!

Catherine Benoius (and her Paralegal, Janine Smalley) are the professionals to seek for those who are looking for a dedicated, level-headed and objective attorney and staff that can get you to the best resolution for you and your family.

Catherine has helped me keep my focus and on the 'higher ground' of the playing field with my ex-husband. One of her best strengths, in my opinion, is her ability to look at the big picture. Analyzing how others (being judges or jury or other party and attorney) may perceive, break down or counter a stance shows great preparedness and forethought. Not reactionary, she is quite methodical and thorough with a clean and tactical approach, without any veiled intention.

Like all dedicated parents, I want nothing but the best for my children and like any mother, I would fight to the end with my claws out. Initially, it was difficult for me to retract and and be patient but the results speak for themselves. She knows what she's doing. Certainly, she is an attorney and woman I can respect and confidently recommend, especially if you want to not only feel good about your result, but also how you got there.

Cathy Benouis is not only extremely competent, she's a saint. She was so helpful and level headed that she seemed to easily handle my truly ugly divorce. My daughter's therapist spoke to Cathy for 30 minutes and immediately started recommending Cathy and Benouis Law to her clients. The paralegal staff is also impressive. Her paralegal took initiative on her own and helped solve a very complex problem. Cathy is so straight forward and experienced she can deal with, and defeat other attorneys in trial, no matter ugly they act. Her services receive my highest possible recommendation.

I met Catherine at a community organizing event in 2006. She's intelligent, patient, kind, even tempered, a great strategist and she listens intently.

As it happens, I had family legal business to settle and Catherine was the first person I turned to. She has a very practical, no nonsense approach and I knew I would be in good hands for the mediation.

Her practice is super efficient and her support staff was responsive, true to their word and a pleasure to work with.

Top to bottom - the best legal team to advise and navigate your family law concerns.

My experience working with Catherine was excellent. As an attorney, she is warm, easy to work with, and a total expert in her field. She handled my case with utter professionalism and positivity. I highly recommend her and her team to anyone seeking an emotionally intelligent, collaborative, and highly skilled lawyer.

I am so grateful for Benouis Law. Cathy and Janine have been more than helpful. I have been treated with respect and I have felt more like family than a client. Being in evolved in a lawsuit is stress full. Catherine and her staff have eased that stress and allowed me to get on with my life.

I highly recommend Benouis Law for any of your family law needs. You will not be disappointed. She Truly cares about her clients and it shows in her results.

Thank you Catherine for all you do.

I demand a lot from the experts I hire and Catherine has always delivered in a professional and efficient manner. A divorce is always a very stressful time so it's very valuable to have someone on your side who is able to evaluate the entire process calmly and logically to offer sound, reasonable advice. At first, I was unsure of some of Catherine's recommendations but later realized that they were the best options. I strongly recommend Catherine's professional services.

A great attorney is limited without an extremely efficient staff and my rating includes's Catherine's staff too. Catherine's assistants are not only professional but courteous and always do what is needed to ensure that all relevant and required information and tasks were completed ahead of schedule. There were times when I was unsure about some of the information I needed to provide and her assistants were always there when I needed them.

What I liked best about Catherine was that she went above and beyond what attorneys must do. She was able to see how the divorce was proceeding and make recommendations for even minor issues that she believed was in my best interest. At first, I questioned her decisions but later realized they were wise.

Working with Cathy and her office staff during a traumatic time in my life was the best decision I made. Her knowledge and availability are unsurpassed, and made the experience smooth. I was afraid and had no idea what to do. She made me feel legally protected every step of the way! I have, and will continue to recommend her office to anyone in need of legal counsel!

I recommend you whenever someone is looking.

I want to take this time to write you a thanks and recognition for what we did together. It is clear to me that without your patience, understanding and expertise the whole experience of my divorce and subsequent legal situations would have been a disaster. My situation falls into the realm of remarkable, record setting, out of the ordinary, phenomenal, would you believe and no no, make it stop. We spent years, we were out spent, strapped with a undiagnosed psychological problem, and opposed by six different legal firms. I was self-employed, a single parent of a two year old, four other children and tired, very tired. Charges of sexual abuse, violence and hiding information were made repeatedly. Cathy through all of this, you remained professional, understanding and ready to bring the divorce and ensuing battles to a conclusion as soon as reasonably possible. Your insight and commitment are very much appreciated. Your patience with my misunderstandings and emotional needs remains a source of inspiration for me. I thank you repeatedly for your assistance in keeping my family together and healthy through all of this. I thank you for your friendship and especially your patience. I recommend you whenever someone is looking for assistance with family law needs. I recommend you as someone to consult with to determine if an attorney is needed. I recommend you for when a second opinions might be helpful in making difficult decisions. Thank You for all.

Peter S

Initially, when I met Cathy I was nervous, and I had a lot of questions. I had never heard of the collaborative process, and Cathy answered all of my questions which allayed my anxiety. I knew this was the right step for my now ex-husband and me. I value Cathy's calmness and professionalism most of all during the most stressful time of my life. I’m completely satisfied with my result and recommend anyone who needs legal services to contact Cathy, and work through the collaborative process. There were some tough times, but my ex-husband and I are now great friends, and work hard a being great parents.

Catherine and her team were nothing short of amazing to work with. I felt completely taken care of and confident in one of the hardest times of my life. They were thorough, great with communication and handled everything in the background to have my divorce complete with integrity and honor.

Catherine and Janine, as well as the rest of her team have done me an astounding and far beyond appluasable service from start to finish. It was 2010 when I started working with her and I still do to this day! I wouldn't dream of having another attorney to handle the case of my daughter. There just aren't words to describe the justice that has been given, as well as the mental anguish avoided by having them in my life and on my side! Thank you so much Catherine, Janine, and Benouis Law! Much love to you all!