Maria Portella

Maria Portella is a distinguished attorney at Maples | Jones, PLLC, located in Austin, Texas. With a profound dedication to family law, she brings a compassionate and professional approach to her practice, offering her clients the support and guidance they need during life's most challenging moments. She is well-equipped to handle contentious family law issues such as divorce and separation, child custody and support, asset division and many more.

Originally hailing from the vibrant city of Florianopolis in Brazil, Ms. Portella journeyed to the United States at just four years old, where she embraced life as a true Texan. Despite her early move to Texas, she cherishes her Brazilian heritage, effortlessly conversing in Portuguese and passionately engaging with the Brazilian community in Austin. Her academic journey began at The University of Texas at Dallas, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in psychology.

Pursuing her passion for legal advocacy, Ms. Portella attended The University of Texas at Austin School of Law, where she honed her skills and prepared for a career dedicated to serving families in need. During her time in law school, she volunteered her time at the Domestic Violence Clinic, allowing her to expand upon her legal and practical knowledge. Admitted to practice law in Texas in 2023, she has quickly established herself as a reliable and empathetic advocate in the realm of family law.

Known for her unwavering dedication to her clients and her ability to navigate the complexities of family law with both professionalism and empathy, Ms. Portella advocates for them in pursuing amicable resolutions and is a trusted partner in their pursuit of justice and peace. Within her legal community, she is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Austin Bar Association, the Austin Young Lawyers Association and the Travis County Women Lawyers’ Association.