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Atty. Colleen Doolin Skinner

Atty. Colleen Doolin Skinner

Ms. Colleen Doolin Skinner is a lawyer practicing family, juvenile, mediation and 2 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (469) 941-2357 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Colleen Doolin Skinner at a glance

Colleen Doolin Skinner is a family law, juvenile, and adr attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas (1985). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 1985) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A. Journalism, 1975). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Colleen Doolin Skinner is a lawyer practicing family, juvenile, mediation and 2 other areas of law
  • Colleen received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1975, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Colleen practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Colleen Doolin Skinner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Colleen Doolin Skinner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Juvenile Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Colleen Doolin Skinner is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Dallas 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 Colleen Doolin Skinner

Where is Colleen Doolin Skinner's law office located?
Colleen Doolin Skinner's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Colleen Doolin Skinner handle?
Colleen Doolin Skinner focuses on family law, juvenile, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Colleen Doolin Skinner practiced law?
Colleen Doolin Skinner has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Colleen Doolin Skinner go to law school?
Colleen Doolin Skinner earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Journalism, 1975).
How can I contact Colleen Doolin Skinner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cornell University Law School
- 1985
B.A. Journalism
University of Texas at Austin
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas
Admitted: 1985

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