Atty. Brian Knox Tackett
BRIAN TACKETT is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by less than 1% of the attorneys in the State of Texas. He has been recognized a one of the best attorneys in Denton County and was the winner of the Best of Denton County survey for 2013.
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Brian Knox Tackett is a Partner based in Denton, Texas, practicing at Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant, LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in Texas (1998) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2003). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1998) and University of Texas (B.B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Denton, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- BRIAN TACKETT is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by less than 1% of the attorneys in the State of Texas
- He has been recognized a one of the best attorneys in Denton County and was the winner of the Best of Denton County survey for 2013
- He has been designated as a Super Lawyer for family law in the State of Texas by Thomson Reuters
- He has undergone an extensive peer review by judges and other attorneys for ethical standards and legal ability and received an AV rating – the highest possible rating reserved only for “preeminent” attorneys
- Brian Tackett has earned his reputation as an outstanding litigator and implements an aggressive approach
- Brian Tackett is a partner with the law firm of Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant, LLP, and specializes exclusively in family law
- He is the head of the family and criminal law sections of the firm
- His practice has been built on an ever-expanding referral base
- He receives referrals from other lawyers, judges, politicians, and most importantly past and current clients. “My mission is to put my clients in the best possible position to achieve their goals by out-preparing and out-working my opponent
- I am first and foremost a trial attorney
- Much of my skill and craft were honed as a criminal prosecutor in the Denton County District Attorney’s office
- I have spent countless hours in the courtroom advocating for my clients
- While I am always courteous and professional in the courtroom, my clients will not be bullied
- I enjoy courtroom advocacy the most, but I emphasize a strategy that lessens resentment and hostility and focuses on creative problem-solving, goal setting for the future, and preserving dignity
- I work hard with and for my clients to achieve their goals
- It is crucial to determine what is most important for my client but also to know what is important to the other party or attorney
- I love my job, but I recognize that my clients come to me during the most trying times of their lives
- The steps we take together are the difference between easing and undermining the transition into the next phase of life.” – Brian K. Tackett
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Brian Knox Tackett's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Knox Tackett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Brian Knox Tackett is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Texas →
Brian Knox Tackett is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Texas →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Brian Knox Tackett is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Texas →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Brian Knox Tackett is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
Brian Knox Tackett is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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