Atty. William B. Connolly

Atty. William B. Connolly

Mr. William B.

Houston Houston 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (512) 524-9026 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William B. Connolly at a glance

William B. Connolly is a Managing Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Connolly & Shireman LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, adoption, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of (1979). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Windsor (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American (Member, Legal Economics Committee, 1980-1981) Bar Associations State Bar of Texas American Judicature Society. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William B. Connolly is a lawyer practicing family, juvenile, civil appellate and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Windsor in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices at Connolly & Shireman LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

William B. Connolly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William B. Connolly 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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Juvenile Law

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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 William B. Connolly

Where is William B. Connolly's law office located?
William B. Connolly's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Connolly & Shireman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William B. Connolly handle?
William B. Connolly focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, adoption, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has William B. Connolly practiced law?
William B. Connolly has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William B. Connolly go to law school?
William B. Connolly earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact William B. Connolly for a consultation?
You can contact William B. Connolly directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William B. Connolly received?
William B. Connolly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1979
B.A.
University of Windsor
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Northern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of
Admitted: 1979

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