Alyse F. Donnelly

Alyse F. Donnelly, a seasoned family law attorney and partner at Kirker Davis LLP in Austin, Texas, offers comprehensive, sophisticated legal services to residents of Austin, San Antonio and McKinney. Her commitment to providing empathetic and professional legal representation is evident as she works diligently to achieve the favorable outcomes for her clients. She manages a wide range of legal issues that may arise during the dissolution of a marriage. Her proficiency encompasses:

• High-asset divorce
• Child custody
• Child support
• Estate planning
• Premarital agreements
• Postnuptial agreements
• Business litigation
• Trial consulting

As a fervent advocate for her clients, Ms. Donnelly focuses on providing top-tier service, meticulous attention to detail, adept representation and optimal results. Understanding divorce proceedings' complexities and emotional challenges, she is committed to guiding her clients through each hurdle, ensuring a smoother transition to a hopeful future.

Ms. Donnelly completed her undergraduate education at Southwestern University, earning a bachelor’s degree in 2010. Additionally, she excelled at St. Mary's University School of Law, graduating at the top of her class in 2013. Her passion for family law was evident early on, with a particular focus on protecting victims of domestic violence and an interest in trial advocacy.

During her time at law school, Ms. Donnelly contributed as a staff writer and editorial board member of the St. Mary’s Law Review. She was also an affiliate of the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honors Society. In 2012, her commentary on the Violence Against Women Act was selected for publication by the St. Mary’s Law Review.

Furthermore, Ms. Donnelly honed her trial skills by working alongside a seasoned attorney in San Antonio for three years, where she briefed and presented oral arguments before the 4th Court of Appeals of Texas. Subsequently, she served as a senior associate attorney at a law firm in Dallas, focusing exclusively on family law.

A fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, Ms. Donnelly actively participates in the Travis County Bar Association (now the Austin Bar Association), the Williamson County Bar Association, the San Antonio Bar Association and the Travis County Women Lawyers’ Association. Rated “Excellent” on Avvo, she has been honored with numerous accolades, such as the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA) Top 10 Under 40 Attorney award and has been recognized by S.A. Scene Magazine as one of the Best San Antonio Lawyers in family law, probate and elder law (for the years 2015 and 2016), and again in family law in 2022.