Success Stories from Past Clients at Smith & Bledsoe Family Law

“I made the right decision choosing to work with this firm. Tyler was my lead attorney and was clear, calm, and always one step ahead. I knew I made the right choice because I never felt like just another case. When he wasn’t available one of the other attorneys or support staff would pick up the ball to assist me in any emergency. Everyone at the firm truly cared and fought for what mattered to me. I’m so grateful to have had them in my corner.”

“Michael Araj was a pleasure to work with. He was personable, kind and quick to respond to questions and needs. I would highly recommend this firm.”

“The team of attorneys and paralegals at Smith & Bledsoe Family Law are outstanding. I had the opportunity to work with two of their lawyers, Nikki Chapa and Austin Trainor. While working with multiple attorneys can often be frustrating, and confusing, that wasn’t the case here. I never had to repeat the facts of my case or story multiple times, they were both fully briefed on my situation from the start. The entire process was made smooth and stress-free, and their support was incredibly reassuring. Holly and Eliza were also invaluable, always available to answer my questions and address any concerns. Both are tremendous assets to the firm. I highly recommend their team.”

“This review is for Austin Trainor. He is truly a brilliant, hard working lawyer who takes great care of his clients! Very trustworthy, observant, quick-witted and always on the ball. I would recommend him if you’re ever in need of legal services. He’s the best!”

“I had the pleasure of speaking with Ms. Nikki Chapa. I have never met someone so attentive and willing to help. Her confidence puts ALL my worries at ease. I couldn’t be more thrilled to have her on my side. Let this be a warning in the best way.. She’s a beast!”

“Navigating family court as a domestic violence survivor was one of the hardest things I’ve ever faced, but having Nikki by my side changed everything. She wasn’t just my lawyer, she was my steady hand when life felt like it was falling apart. Nikki helped rebuild my confidence. She gave me the truth when I needed it, the strength to face my abuser, and the support that made me feel safe. I knew I could trust her completely, and I’m grateful every single day that I did. I always knew she had my children’s and my best interests at heart. Having Austin on her team only made it better. Together, they made me feel seen, heard, and protected during the hardest time in my life. I’ll be forever grateful.”

“Going through my divorce was incredibly hard, but working with Nikki and her paralegal at Smith and Bledsoe made a real difference. They listened without judgment, gave honest advice, and helped me feel more grounded during a time when everything felt uncertain. I’m really thankful for their support.”

“Austin‘s expertise and his attention to detail is unmatched! You are in good hands with Smith and Bledsoe.”

“Christian Smith has been my go to attorney for myself, and I often refer her to others as well. She has been extremely professional, high end, and tactful with not just my family and I, but with those I’ve referred to her. Everyone has always reported extremely positive experiences back to me. That is rare in the legal world. Five stars!”

“Brandon was a great help during my divorce process. We went through mediation, and he drafted the divorce decree. Later, he also assisted me with enforcing it when my ex refused to pay me for the equity of my house. Despite the difficulties that arose, Brandon and his team handled the situation professionally and confidently. Courtney and Eliza were also very helpful in addressing any questions or concerns I had. Brandon is an honest and assertive lawyer who provides realistic perspectives while being fair. He has a strong sense of justice and during mediation, we were able to reach a reasonable agreement with my ex. However, even after the divorce was finalized, my ex refused to follow the decree he had signed, leading us to take him back to court. Brandon handled the conflict with great strength and presented our case to the judge, resulting in a very favorable verdict. I highly recommend Brandon to anyone seeking an honest and skilled lawyer.”

“I highly recommend Christian Smith as an attorney! Everything is always handled in a timely manner and she truly knows what she’s doing when it comes to divorce and child custody and everything in between!”

“I have to give a shout out about this firm. I am so pleased with the information and suggestions provided by Austin Trainor and their office staff about Custody issues regarding a family member.”

“Brandon Bledsoe has been handling my divorce case and has been able to predict every bump and hurdle my ex has been trying to use to drag out the case. He has worked with me through the mediation portion and ensured a proper division of assets as well as ensuring that I am protected from being taken advantage of. Eliza and Courtney have been a godsend keeping up with all the information and providing the best communication about what’s going on and making sure I have all the information that I need. Getting a divorce is stress-full enough on its own. Brandon and his staff help to ease some of that stress. Schedule an appointment as soon as you can. You won’t be disappointed.”

“I worked with Nikki Chapa during my divorce and she was absolutely amazing to work with. Very knowledgeable in family law and made things as easy as possible. If you’re ever in need of an attorney I cannot recommend her enough!”

“I worked with Nikki Chapa during my custody battle and she was extremely knowledgeable regarding everything. She was very easy to get along with throughout the entire process and I felt as though she really put her all into my case and it showed in the courtroom. With her help, I was able to win the custody battle. If you’re ever looking for an attorney for a similar situation, I highly recommend checking Nikki out. You will not be disappointed.”

“I highly recommend Nikki Chapa!! She offered expert legal advice, exceptional support, and clear communication throughout my divorce. She made a difficult process much easier and helped me achieve a positive outcome. From the first consult, I could tell that she would have my back from start to finish. If you need a knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer, Nikki is the one to choose!!”

“I am incredibly grateful to Nikki Chapa at Smith & Bledsoe Family Law Firm for her outstanding assistance with my contentious divorce case. Nikki’s deep knowledge, particularly when it came to the complicated property division, was truly impressive. She guided me through every step with expertise and care. The support staff at the firm were also amazing! Especially Holly and Eliza who provided exceptional assistance throughout the process. I couldn’t have asked for a better team during such a challenging time. Thank you, Nikki and the entire team, for everything!”

“Austin Trainor was tireless in helping me with my case. His empathy, compassion, patience, and understanding was critical in getting me through my divorce. I would recommend him to anyone in a similar situation!! THANK YOU, Austin!!”

“Christian and Brandon both are very knowledgeable and quick to respond! They assisted with all of my adoption needs in a timely manner!”

“Austin Trainor was an excellent attorney in representing me throughout my case. His communication was timely and his knowledge/expertise of family law was outstanding. Austin was very professional at all times and helped me feel confident in his ability to reach an outcome that was best for me. I would highly recommend Austin at Smith & Bledsoe Family Law Firm.”

“Attorney Mike Araj is highly respected and a great lawyer to work with for any of your case needs. I highly recommend for any family law matter!”

“Em (Michael Araj) helped me with a contract and their advice was invaluable. They were thoughtful, kind, and helped me through a difficult time in a respectful way. I highly recommend this firm and Em as an attorney.”

“Tyler Stara was great to work with—professional, helpful, and easy to communicate with. I really appreciated his support and guidance throughout the process.”

“I had the pleasure of spending some time with Christian Smith and Brandon Bledsoe this afternoon. Although we had not met previously, they had heard that I had gone into business for myself here Austin in the same area of practice and contacted me. (We we did have many mutual friends). Out of just kindness and collegial respect they reached out, met up for lunch, and talked with me about my journey and my next steps. Now, you may be wondering, “What does that have to do with my family law case?” I think it has a lot to do with it. First, based on the time that I spent with them I can say that they are clearly talented, knowledgeable, and experienced. And second, if you’re dealing with something as important and deeply personal as your family law matter, you want to know that you’re leveling with someone on your team who is a good person. Christian and Brandon had no reason to extend their hands to meet with me other than just frankly being good people. There were no strings attached whatsoever, and we just talked about the past, present, and future of our practices. I had a really nice time. In this business, there will inevitably be a time where we will be on opposite sides of a case, and that’s completely to be expected. I even expect there will be days down the road that they are annoyed with me. But, in this line of work, you can be competitive and results oriented, while still having a healthy professional relationship with opposing counsel. I recommend this firm moving forward, and I thank them for their kindness and professionalism.”

“Single father, five children, thank you, Christian Smith! Christian Smith is simply amazing. She stood next to me in court and accomplished something that most people would consider not likely at all. Her professionalism, attention to detail, resourcefulness and determination to do what was right for my children resulted in an enormous success story. During the course of our case, we faced several obstacles and complications. Imagine attempting to gain custody of five children from a mother in Texas while living out of state, with CPS involved and making a terrible mess of things. Christian demonstrated resilience and continued to make forward progress despite the challenges. The result was being awarded sole custody with exclusive rights to all five children! I imagine a large majority of family attorneys go their entire career without achieving a goal of this magnitude or complexity, as Christian has.
My children are now in a safe, stable, and loving environment as a direct result of her efforts and abilities. I feel personally indebted to her for making this difference in my children’s lives and would very highly recommend her services!”

“To say it was a pleasure working with Christian and her staff would be an understatement. From beginning to end she provided me with the best guidance and advice possible, stayed in constant contact with me, and always took the time to answer my questions and explain things to me that I didn’t fully understand. She took time out of her busy holiday schedule to consult with me on very short notice, and she was kind and helpful every step of the way through the divorce process. She was also extremely valuable to me during mediation, always considering our options which allowed me to make the best decisions on how to proceed with each step. I feel fortunate to have been connected with her and retain her counsel, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for legal representation in matters of family law.”

“I worked with Christian Smith for my divorce. And from beginning to the very end she has been with me step by step. Very professional and extremely warm-hearted. Especially during a very difficult situation. Definitely recommended for anyone. I personally have 2 young kids as a father she was a great attorney to represent my interests.”

“I consulted with and hired Ms. Christian Smith in order to handle my divorce. She listened attentively to my situation which involved adultery on my spouse’s end and his unwillingness to change. She handled things in a very professional way and was firm and strong at the same time. I truly believe she respects the binds of marriage and family. She and her staff kept me updated of the process and next steps. What a peace of mind and an easy ride this was thanks to her.”

“Christian is a great attorney and represented me in a child custody/divorce case.  She always kept me up to date on my case.  She spent hours preparing for trial and preparing me for trial.  Christian kept my best interest in mind throughout the whole process.  My military retirement was at stake and Christian fought hard for me to keep all of it.  Christian is very knowledgeable in child custody/divorce laws.  I am extremely happy to have had Christian as my attorney in this case.  Anyone that needs an attorney for child custody or divorce I highly recommend Christian Smith.”

“Christian was the best attorney, she heard what my concerns were, then advised me on what was best for my son. She understood my entire long and complex custody battle. Christian was professional, she was an expert on Texas laws and most importantly connected with me and my son’s case. Again, she is the BEST, and if I ever need a lawyer again she will be the one that I call. Her staff was very helpful too.”

“I am so happy I went with Christian Smith to represent me during my divorce. Anyone who has been through divorce knows it is one of the most stressful life events anyone can go through. Christian made the process as smooth and quick as possible. She is very easy to communicate with and always responsive in a timely manner. She worked hard to resolve my case and did so with integrity and professionalism. Best of all, she understood the cost associated with legal fees and was mindful to not nickel and dime my case. I would definitely recommend her to a friend or loved one going through a divorce.”

“I hired Christian Smith to work a prenuptial agreement for my marriage. When I first consulted with Christian she was very easy to talk to and completely understood what I was looking for and what wanted to protect. She was very easy to work with, she was very responsive to all my calls and emails, anytime I had a question about a process or what was the next step in the negotiation process, she was the most helpful person to talk to during the whole process. I felt a lot more confident with her representing me and my interest and when I walked out of the negotiations with Christian as my guide in this process, I felt so much better! She is an absolute rock star! I would definitely work with her again in the future and recommend her to anyone else that is looking for a strong lawyer to represent you.”

“Christian Smith was absolutely amazing and helped me to be able to see my daughter again. Ms. Smith mediated a visitation agreement for me and I ended up getting almost everything I was looking to have to happen done in the negotiation. Christian has been great about getting back to me with my questions about the agreement. As a father, knowing that Christian will fight for my rights has made such a positive change in my life and all I can say is that this was money well spent. Do yourself a favor, if you need legal help with a family matter, these lawyers will go to bat for you, 100%.”

“What an amazing team! Christian made me feel so confident! Very attentive, great at communicating and keeping you updated on your case. Holly, thank you for being so consistent as well and always keeping me in the loop. They all go the extra mile or ten if they have to. I am so lucky to have had this team on my case. I want to thank you all for everything. Highly recommend!!!!”