Atty. Caitlin Barbee Thorpe

Atty. Caitlin Barbee Thorpe

Caitlin is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Specialty Certification and has a passion for litigation but also understands that often times cases are best resolved in mediation or outside of Court. When working with Caitlin, you will immediately feel at ease and comforted because she truly does care about each of her clients.

Houston Houston 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Caitlin Barbee Thorpe at a glance

Caitlin Barbee Thorpe is a Senior Associate based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Skillern Firm Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers PLLC. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (2014). Educated at South Texas College of Law Houston (J.D. Honors, 2014) and Louisiana State University B.A.M.C. Mass Communications and Public Relations (—). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Caitlin is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Specialty Certification and has a passion for litigation but also understands that often times cases are best resolved in mediation or outside of Court
  • When working with Caitlin, you will immediately feel at ease and comforted because she truly does care about each of her clients
  • Caitlin attended South Texas College of Law and dedicated much of her law school curriculum to coursework that directly benefits our clients
  • She particiapted in mock and moot court and the fundamental skills she learned formed a rock solid foundation for her litigation practice
  • Caitlin is well equipped to handle all typed of family law matters and assist you through the process
  • She has participated in hundreds of mediations and hearings and has a love for trial
  • She most enjoys handling complex property matters and child custody modifications but is ready to handle any family law subject that comes up

Practice Areas Explained

Caitlin Barbee Thorpe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Caitlin Barbee Thorpe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Houston 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Caitlin Barbee Thorpe

Where is Caitlin Barbee Thorpe's law office located?
Caitlin Barbee Thorpe's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Skillern Firm Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Caitlin Barbee Thorpe handle?
Caitlin Barbee Thorpe focuses on divorce, child custody, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Caitlin Barbee Thorpe practiced law?
Caitlin Barbee Thorpe has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Caitlin Barbee Thorpe go to law school?
Caitlin Barbee Thorpe earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 2014); (—).
How can I contact Caitlin Barbee Thorpe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Honors
South Texas College of Law Houston
- 2014
Louisiana State University B.A.M.C. Mass Communications and Public Relations
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2014

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