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Your Trusted Houston Family Law Team
The Bayley Law Firm is a dedicated family law practice serving Houston and surrounding areas. Our attorneys prioritize client needs through personalized legal strategies, combining board-certified expertise with compassionate counsel. With over a decade of experience handling complex divorce, custody, and high-net-worth cases, we focus on achieving favorable outcomes while protecting client privacy.

Our team, led by attorneys Andrew and Daniel Bayley, emphasizes strategic litigation, transparent communication, and cost-effective solutions. We serve as both zealous advocates and trusted advisors, navigating emotionally charged cases with professionalism and integrity.
Services
Divorce Child Custody Mediation Estate Planning Adoption
Served areas
  • Houston
Details
  • Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
  • Board-certified family law specialists with
  • Personalized legal strategies tailored to individual client priorities
  • Strategic approach balancing litigation expertise with cost-effective solutions
  • Commitment to client privacy in sensitive legal matters
  • Over 30 years combined experience in Texas family court systems
Associations and certifications
  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Fantastic advocate Kind and patient Completed divorce quickly No unexpected charges Expertise in custody cases
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm handles contested and uncontested divorces with strategic legal counsel. We protect client interests in property division, spousal support, and complex asset negotiations. Our board-certified attorneys leverage deep knowledge of Texas family law to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining client privacy throughout the process.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in custody disputes and visitation arrangements. Our team helps develop parenting plans that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights. We handle interstate custody issues and modifications to existing agreements with compassionate legal guidance.
Mediation Services
Our certified mediators facilitate negotiations to resolve family law disputes amicably. We help clients reach mutually beneficial agreements on property division, child support, and custody matters. This cost-effective alternative to litigation maintains privacy and reduces emotional strain during sensitive proceedings.
High Net Worth Cases
Specialized representation for clients with complex financial portfolios. We handle business valuations, asset division, and spousal maintenance negotiations for high-income individuals. Our expertise ensures fair treatment of professional goodwill and protects valuable assets during divorce proceedings.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives. Our attorneys help clients protect assets and ensure proper distribution of property. We provide tailored solutions for families navigating estate planning alongside divorce or custody matters.
People
Andrew Bayley
Lead Attorney
Board-certified family law specialist with over 15 years of litigation experience. Recognized by Houstonia Magazine as Top Lawyer 2019. Focuses on complex divorce cases and high-net-worth clients while maintaining personalized client attention.
Yalda Taghi Bayley
Attorney
Experienced family law attorney since 2013. Specializes in child custody cases and interstate custody disputes. Known for compassionate client support and effective negotiation skills in contested divorce proceedings.
Daniel Bayley
Attorney
Licensed in Texas and Florida with expertise in military divorces and complex asset division. Provides strategic legal counsel for clients with cross-state legal matters and business ownership considerations during divorce proceedings.
Questions
How long does a divorce take in Houston?
Texas requires a 60-day minimum waiting period. Most cases take 3-6 months, but complex disputes involving assets or custody can take longer. Our firm works efficiently to finalize cases promptly.
What are your attorney fees for divorce?
Costs vary based on case complexity. Simple uncontested divorces start around $1,500. Contested cases depend on litigation needs. We provide transparent pricing and work to maintain cost-effectiveness.
Do you handle child custody cases?
Yes, we specialize in custody arrangements, visitation rights, and modification cases. Our attorneys help develop parenting plans that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights.
Are you available for emergency legal matters?
Yes, our intake team is available 24/7 for urgent family law matters including emergency custody issues, protective orders, and immediate filing needs.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide certified mediation services to resolve disputes amicably. This option often reduces costs and emotional strain while maintaining privacy compared to courtroom litigation.
What makes your firm different from other divorce attorneys?
Our board-certified specialists combine litigation expertise with personalized strategies. We focus on protecting client privacy, offering transparent communication, and providing cost-effective solutions tailored to individual family law needs.
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Reviews (13)
Andy Caylor
Mar 25, 2021 Report
Much thanks to Yalda for being so much help! Was able to turn a very hostile situation into something manageable. Started as a seemingly hopeless situation and now I get close to three full days weekly with my daughter. Gave a father his daughter and a baby girl a dad!
Josh Young
Feb 06, 2020 Report
Honestly, the firm acted Immediately. For starters I called Attorney Yalda as I was leaving my original court date and she was eager to hear and represent my case. Attorney Yalda accepted what I could pay and set a timely pay plan. From the looks of my situation all odds were against me yet Attoney Yalda assured me she was confident in moving forward with whatever I wanted. I went From combining divorce, child support, and modification into Gaining custody.

Her price was extremely reasonable. All partners at the firm also showed love and interest in assisting with any questions and reassurance. On behalf of my family to the entire firm WE ARE PLEASED TO BE YOUR CLIENT and WE THANK YOU GUYS VERY MUCH FOR EVERYTHING!
Natalie Arbaiza
Feb 06, 2020 Report
Hands down he was the best ive never expirienced any involvement with lawyers but he made the process very easy he explained everything to me he even went as far as giving me a court date within 2 weeks i love him for giving me rights to the most important thing in the world, my children his in thw best interest in the child and i just have nothing but good words to say about this man bless his heart i was a single mother in need and he definitely reached out. Thanks a million words will never be enough on how andrew bayley helped me out . definitely will be using him in the future
Fred Stevenson
Feb 06, 2020 Report
Have personally used this firm for several years. Extremely knowledgeable as well as personable staff. Look no further! Trust your legal matters with Andy and his team.
Travis Payne
Feb 06, 2020 Report
I personally cannot say enough about how impressed and beyond grateful I am, as well as my family, to Mr. Bayley. He has proven himself time and time again to be both honest and dedicated as an attorney and as a genuinely good person. As a client I feel completely comfortable and assured that he has and continues to do the best job possible to represent my case and I have since recommended (and will continue to do so) his services to anyone needing representation. Mr. Bayley is fair, diligent, and very knowledgeable in the realm of family law and personally as someone who has interacted with many attorneys both via my own profession and for personal matters Mr. Bayley is in my opinion hands down among the best. While many people remain in monetary debt to their lawyers, I will forever remain in one of gratitude to him.
Trachelle Robinson
Feb 06, 2020 Report
When I say Great! Andrew has helped me with my grandson custody battle. He was very informative and walked me through the process. Patient and did what was in the best interest of my grandson. He never gave up and because of that I will be eternally appreciative. If your a parent or in my case grandparent and you have someone being selfish and shady call him he will be a great choice
Thank you Andrew
Gregg Snear
Feb 06, 2020 Report
Im still emotional from the outcome of our case, but I will do the best I can. My Fianc is in the middle of one of the dirtiest custody battles. Andrew and his team did an outstanding job preparing for the case. They listened to us and they were patient. I didnt feel like they were trying to rush through our case at all. I didnt feel like just another client. Andrew and Daniel and everybody there were knowledgeable about our case.

They could remember all of the details. When it came to the court date, Dan and Andrew were there, early, and ready. They fought hard in the courtroom. I could tell they did their homework. Andrew is knowledgeable about the Harris county court system and he knows how to get your case seen by the right people. We got the outcome that we wanted, but even if we didnt, I was very pleased with their performance in the courtroom.

I have experienced bad attorneys and I am proud to say Ive found a firm who works as a team and treats us like humans. Their prices are very affordable for the work that they put in. You cannot go wrong with The Bayley Law Firm. Thanks team!
Matt E.
Feb 06, 2020 Report
Andrew and the entire firm are well skilled lawyers and legal professionals. I had the pleasure of working with Andrew as my attorney on a very complex and emotionally charged divorce involving a custody aspect. As a male with an infant involved, I was highly concerned that I had the counsel I felt the most comfortable with. In fact, when I first discussed my case with Andrew, I already had a lawyer on retainer.

I was so impressed by Andrews approach that I moved the case to his firm and have not regretted that decision once. Along with giving great legal counsel, Andrew kept me calm throughout a very emotionally draining case by explaining what did and did not matter what was and what was not worth caring about. He helped me be reasonable when times were difficult and he helped me stay strong when presented with tough decisions. I would highly recommend Andrew and the rest of Bayley Law Firm as legal counsel.
Megan Cook
Feb 06, 2020 Report
Andy is not the typical attorney. He isn't driven by money and he doesn't charge for every little thing. I have been in a horrific custody battle for years and he is my 3rd attorney. If he had been my first attorney, I know this nightmare would be over. If I didn't have him with me right now, I would be lost. He checks on me, encourages me, supports me when I am discouraged and is a pit bull in protecting and defending me. Andy is just one of the most incredible human being I have been blessed to have with me in the hardest, most painful and scariest time in my life.

I don't trust easily but I have been able to trust him to protect the most important person in the world to me, my child. If you need or want an attorney who will fight for your rights as a parent, protect you from being bullied by "the system", and truly put your child's and your needs first, Andy is the man and attorney for you. I can't say enough how incredible he is as a person and as an attorney. He is amazing and the real deal. Your only regret will be if you don't retain him. You will be in the best of hands.
Brooks Graul
Feb 06, 2020 Report
Andrew and Dan assisted my wife and me in our mediation and divorce, providing a practical analysis and common-sense settlement and custody agreement. It was emotional and difficult, but produced a solution that best supported our family. I recommend consulting with the firm if you have a family and are preparing for divorce.
Wanda Porch
Feb 06, 2020 Report
I hired Andrew Baley because of a lien that was placed on my home by a contractor from Hurricane Harvey. My first attorney was lazy and money hungry. He lied about his capabilities, and kept charging me a lot money for services he couldn't do. I fired him and hired Andrew. This bad boy took my case to court and had the lien removed because it was invalid. Andrew is knowledgeable in other areas of the law not just divorce or family law but constructional law which includes contracts and liens.

His prices are reasonable, and he is very honest. I am so grateful for him. My contractor walked away with less money. My contractor's attorney is a well known high power attorney, but Andrew was still able to prove his negligence and remove the lien. He has a good heart and works very hard for his clients. Thank you so much! Andrew because of your honesty and caring heart, you are going to be very successful in life. God Bless, you
Walla Mourad
Feb 06, 2020 Report
I cannot express enough how happy I am to have had Yalda and Andrew Bayley as my divorce attorneys! They were affordable and worked with me to get divorced as quickly as possible all while looking out for my best interest with my three boys. I am fortunate to have found them and hope that anyone who goes through a divorce hired them to assist in something so difficult as this. They were always there to answer my phone calls and ease my mind when I felt unsettled. That says a lot that they care for the client and there well being to not worry and you really shouldnt because they Handel EVERYTHING. Thank you Bayley Law Firm!
Carlos Francisco
Jun 02, 2017 Report
My case was a challenging one because I was trying to switch the primary custody of my son from my ex wife to me. I found Mr. Bayley on an internet search an we talked a few minutes on the phone. One of the exceptional skills of Mr. Bayley is that he can remember almost every detail of each of the many conversations we had. But having a good memory is only one of the multiple qualities of this man.He also has a deep knowledge of the laws and legal procedures, besides that Mr. Bayley is very kind and personable and will take the time to listen to every detail on your case.

Some lawyers do not want to commit on winning a case, but when Mr. Bayley listened my case on the phone he said: We will win. And we won. Every step on the procedure was followed by him with extreme care and precision. Every move was done on a planned strategy. As a master of chess, he was moving every piece with intelligence, prudence and patience until get the final jaque mate. I want to thank God for puttin in my way such fine and exceptional person.

With these intelligence and good heart he could be a good scientist at NASA or a preacher of your church. Also Mr. Daniel Bayley was the best person at the office for us. Always diligent.Always alert, and always reminding me about court dates or every issue related to our case. Excellent team!