MEET MICHAEL HILLER
Michael Hiller, a Texas Board-Certified family lawyer with over 34 years of legal and mediation experience, is dedicated to advocating for you and your family. With a robust background in handling diverse family law cases, Michael is committed to achieving the best outcomes for his clients.
Distinguished Expertise and Services
- Top-Ranked Professional: Recognized five times in the top 1% of lawyers nationwide by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.
- Comprehensive Family Law Services: Expertise in divorce, child custody, property division, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, mediation, and collaborative law.
- Innovative Solutions: Renowned for working closely with clients to provide creative and effective legal solutions within a traditional practice framework.
Pioneer in Mediation and Collaborative Divorce
Michael Hiller was among the first lawyers in Texas to become a mediator, participating in the state's inaugural collaborative divorce training 34 years ago. His practice extends beyond facilitating divorces through the courts; he is dedicated to helping couples improve their relationships and resolve conflicts amicably. His reconciliation law practice focuses on marriage enhancement, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and both divorce and anti-divorce petitions.
Specialized Training and Certifications
- Diverse Expertise: Certified and trained in Divorce Trials, Collaborative & Reconciliation Law, and Mediation.
- Financial Litigation: A founding member of The American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators (AACFL), emphasizing education on financial and property issues.
- High-Conflict Cases: Trained by Children 4 Tomorrow (C4T) in managing cases involving high-conflict personalities and family emotional and psychological abuse.
Advocacy for Fairness and Justice
Michael Hiller is adept at handling complex cases involving narcissistic spouses and financial abuse, ensuring you receive a fair share of your marital estate. His strategic approach includes:
- Case Assessment: Evaluating the attitudes of your ex-spouse, lawyer, and judge towards your case.
- Realistic Planning: Balancing affordability with effective case resolution strategies.
- Customized Approach: Tailoring his legal strategy to achieve the best possible outcomes, considering post-case implications.
Contact Michael Hiller Today
Michael Hiller's extensive experience and dedication to his clients make him a trusted advocate in family law. If you are facing a family legal issue, reach out to Michael Hiller for professional, compassionate, and innovative legal services. Schedule your confidential consultation today.
Curriculum Vitae and Resume
Bar Certifications
- Certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization 1998
- Licensed to practice law in Texas and Federal Courts, Southern District of Texas since 1989-1990
Michael's New Approaches, Professional Experience and Associations
- Hiller and Associates, P. C. or Hiller Law Firm since 1993 – Michael Hiller, owner, principal lawyer, Board Certified * family law * TX Board of Legal Specialization, 1998; practicing family law full-time since 1989
- Legal Programs Created/Additional Certifications/Special Training: Reconciliation law, Collaborative arbitration, parental alienation, and High conflict Personality litigation
- Start2FinishArbitration
- “Divorce Court, Collaborative & Reconciliation law” – Three Track Family Law, created 2008 – Michael Hiller
- American Bar Association Boot Camp for Trial Lawyers, family law, 2000
- Collaborative law, various pieces of training taken and taught 2000 – 2013
- Mediation Certification, 1991, and several other trainings
- LifeSquared and LifeChampionSports, Inc. – Family, Marriage, and Couples Negotiation/Coaching, created by Michael Hiller, 2004
- Reconciliation Law and Mediation – created by Michael Hiller, 2008
- A higher standard of practice - through Collaborative Arbitration, but always with an approach to reduce cost, stress, and the time your case takes - 2023 through '24.
Classes/Seminars Taught and Presentations
- Collaborative Family Law, 2003
- Workshop Leader, Family Law Mediation Training Seminar, South Texas College of Law, 1999
- Presenter, The Process of Collaborative Law, Pasadena Bar Association, 2001
- Presenter, Valuation in family law, Family Inns of Court, 1999
- Presenter, Rights and Duties, Family Inns of Court, 2000
- Presenter, Trials of Batterers, Family Inns of Court
- “Estate Planning for Athletes”, Videotape & Live 2005
- Mental Toughness Training for Advisors and their Clients and Families, 2008
- Divorce Court, Collaborative & “Reconciliation Law ” – Three Advice Type Program – numerous presentations, speaking engagements – local, national conferences and on the radio since 2009
Published Works/Writing/Blogs
Mediation & Arbitration of Sports Disputes, (Co-Author), BYU Law Review Family mediation Article, (Co-Author), Houston Health & Fitness, February, 1993 Various Blogs on Hiller's Three Track Family Law – www.HillerLaw.com
Professional Associations and Memberships
- 245th District Court, 1995, Associate Judge Candidate
- LifeSquared, Family Coaching and Estate Planning Program, 2004
- Creator and Founder
- Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section, 1992 – 1994, Board Member
- Attorney for Negotiated Resolutions, 1994 – 1996,
- Founding Member/Board of Directors
- State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section
- The Burta Rhoads Raborn family law Inns of Court, 1999 – 2003
- Barrister
- Collaborative Family Lawyers of Houston/Speakers' Bureau, 2003, Chair
- Governor's Open File for Appointments List, 2001 – 2005
- Houston Chapter, 1995 – 2001
- Board of Directors, American Jewish Committee, 1996 – 2001
- 100 Jewish Men, 2002-2003 Board Member
- Governor's Short List for Judicial Appointment, 2001
- 309th District Family Court Board Member
- Greater Houston Healthy Marriage Coalition
- 2008 Secretary/Treasurer, Houston Bar Association, Collaborative Law Section
- 2008 Marketing Committee, Collaborative Family Lawyers of Houston Practice Group
- 2008 Reconciliation Law™ Practice Founder
- “Three Track Family Law” For Marriage and Divorce – 2008 through Present
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of Texas, 1989 – Present
- US Federal District Court Southern District - Current
Recent Blog Posts
Gun Trust Planning
Talking to Kids about Divorce or Separation Through Videos that you Make
Non-Toxic Divorce
If I Were King of Family Law
Virtually Mediating High Conflict Custody Cases
Recommendations
- “I owe Michael a debt of gratitude for his guidance and advice, which allowed me to reconcile with my wife. I have no doubt that had the divorce gone through, he would have represented me as well as anyone, but he left thousands of dollars in fees on the table by keeping me out of court. I would ...
- “I am delighted with how Michael and his team handle my case. I highly recommend Hiller Law.”
- “Mr. Hiller has assisted me and my husband in our fight to maintain the integrity of our family. He has been compassionate, honest, and willing to champion us against false accusations. If he had been my attorney during my divorce from my ex-husband, I don't believe I would have had the degree of...
- “Michael and his team never backed down. Since I was divorced, his law team worked well together to resolve an unresolved property division issue. Thank you so much to Michael for his persistence and professional handling of my case."
- “Michael has proper knowledge and experience in family law, but I most appreciated his valuable guidance and attention to intricate details in a not-so-standard case."
- “Mr. Hiller was very knowledgeable and thorough in handling the complicated Modification of my divorce decree. He took my case after others told me they could not help me and saw it through to a successful outcome. He was thoughtful and caring. I highly recommend him to others seeking legal help ...
- “I am so lucky to have found Hiller Law for my child custody case. As an out-of-state resident, I needed someone I could trust with the legal proceedings in Texas while I was in Virginia. The Hiller Law team made each step extremely easy and stress-free. They communicated with me every step of th...
- “Michael Hiller and the Hiller Law Firm are dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals in divorce cases out of state. This includes the possibility of reconciliation. Michael's approach allows room for a couple to reconcile rather than turning the case into a war that results in no turning ...
- “Michael led my divorce and child custody case, which was quite a complex process due to being a high-conflict case. He was always available for questions, offered the best legal advice for complex situations and explained it to me well, and above all, was supportive of me and my goals and helped...
- “I hired Mr. Hiller and his team to represent me in a high conflict custody case and would recommend his firm. He is extremely experienced with parental alienation cases and will work diligently to help your children grow and thrive. He gives children a voice and is likely one of the most educate...