Atty. Dan-Phi V. Nguyen

Atty. Dan-Phi V. Nguyen

Dan-Phi V. Nguyen is a native Houstonian who was born and raised in Sharpstown and Sugar Land, Texas in his younger years.

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Profile Summary

About Dan-Phi V. Nguyen at a glance

Dan-Phi V. Nguyen is an Owner / Managing Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Nguyen & Malik, PLLC. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, adoption, and dv protection. Admitted to practice in Texas (2011). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law (J.D., 2010) and Houston Baptist University (B.B.A., 2004). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dan-Phi V. Nguyen is a native Houstonian who was born and raised in Sharpstown and Sugar Land, Texas in his younger years
  • He graduated from Houston Baptist University in February 2004 with a Bachelor degree in Business Administration and Finance
  • After working a few years in commercial property management and real estate, he decided to pursue a legal career and attended Thurgood Marshall School of Law (TMSL) where he earned his Juris Doctorate degree, and graduated in May 2010
  • During his tenure there, he took every opportunity to participate in trial simulation events, mock trials, and moot court competitions
  • Dan-Phi fell in love with the courtroom since his internship with the Harris County Attorney's Office (Child Protective Division) and developed many meaningful relationships with his mentors where he was offered a job as an Assistant County Attorney two weeks after his admission with the Texas State Bar
  • For eight years, he tirelessly maintained his position as a civil prosecutor representing the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), otherwise knows as Children's Protective Services (CPS)
  • He has experience in CPS and family law litigation in both the family courts and juvenile courts of Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, and Galveston in the counties
  • He was very active with TMSL Board of Advocates and has been invited every year to act as presiding judge over the mock trial competitions for TMSL's rising lawyers in training

Practice Areas Explained

Dan-Phi V. Nguyen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dan-Phi V. Nguyen 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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Adoption

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Domestic Violence / Restraining Orders

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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 Dan-Phi V. Nguyen

Where is Dan-Phi V. Nguyen's law office located?
Dan-Phi V. Nguyen's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Nguyen & Malik, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dan-Phi V. Nguyen handle?
Dan-Phi V. Nguyen focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, adoption, dv protection. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Dan-Phi V. Nguyen practiced law?
Dan-Phi V. Nguyen has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Dan-Phi V. Nguyen go to law school?
Dan-Phi V. Nguyen earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Dan-Phi V. Nguyen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
- 2010
B.B.A.
Houston Baptist University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2011

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