Laura E. Jones
Top rated Family Law attorney in Sherman, Texas
Mackoy, Hernandez, Jones and Woods LLP
Practice areas: Family Law, Estate Planning & Probate; view more
Licensed in Texas since: 2011
Education: The University of Tulsa College of Law
Selected to Rising Stars: 2019 - 2025 Call today:
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Attorney Laura E. Jones is a partner at Mackoy, Hernandez, Jones and Woods LLP, serving Grayson, Collin, and surrounding areas in North Texas. Ms. Jones practices in the areas of family law and alternative dispute resolution. She handles cases in areas such as divorce, adoption, children’s issues, paternity, property division, and wills and serves clients throughout North Texas.
Ms. Jones obtained a bachelor’s degree from Austin College and graduated cum laude. She went on to earn her law degree with honors from The University of Tulsa College of Law. In 2011, she received her license to practice law in the state of Texas. She is authorized to practice before all Texas state courts.
Ms. Jones is active in the family law section, as well as the alternative dispute resolution section of the State Bar of Texas. Recognized for her many accomplishments, she is a member of the Texas Bar College, an honor society of the highest trained attorneys in Texas. She earned membership in the State Bar of Texas Pro Bono College due to her commitment to pro bono service and is among the 1/3 of 1% of Texas attorneys elected as a Fellow to the Texas Bar Foundation in 2019.
Understanding how stressful and difficult a family-related legal issue can be, Ms. Jones provides personalized and first-rate legal service. Over the course of her career, she has established a reputation as an effective litigator and negotiator. This allows her to develop creative and practical solutions for her clients, while ensuring their rights are protected.
Practice areas
Family Law, Estate Planning & ProbateFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning, Father's Rights, Living Wills, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Power of Attorney, Wills
- 90% Family Law
- 10% Estate Planning & Probate
First Admitted: 2011, Texas
Professional Webpage: https://www.hqattorneys.com/attorney/laura-e-jones/
Bar / Professional Activity
- The College of the State Bar of Texas, Member, Present, 2014
- State Bar of Texas, 2011
Pro bono / Community Service
- Admitted to the Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas for contributions to the delivery of legal services to low income Texans, 2015
Educational Background
- Austin College, B.A., Honors: Cum Laude, 2008
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Credentialed Advanced Mediator - Texas Mediator Credentialing Association, 2025
Honors
- Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2019-2024
- Texas Bar Foundation Life Fellow
- Texas Super Lawyers Up and Coming 100, 2024
- Texas Super Lawyers Up and Coming 50 Women, 2024
These comments were made by fellow attorneys during the annual nomination process.
“Works hard to be very accurate on the law. Is civil with other attorneys. Fights zealously for her clients.”
“I first came to know Laura when she was newly licensed. From the beginning of her career in Law, Laura has had a very mature approach, not normally present in someone so inexperienced and young. She remains cool and reflective regardless of opposing counsel's behavior. Laura is always prepared and her research is flawless. Laura often goes above and beyond to be sure she has covered all arguments and as a result she has an excellent reputation among those she has represented and practiced against her.”
“Laura is an excellent young lawyer. I would be absolutely comfortable with her handling my own family matter. Laura thoroughly researches her cases and is always well prepared. Additionally, Laura has a very strong moral compass and has the highest ethical standards.”
“I first came to know Laura when she was newly licensed. From the beginning of her career in Law, Laura has had a very mature approach, not normally present in someone so inexperienced and young. She remains cool and reflective regardless of opposing counsel's behavior. Laura is always prepared and her research is flawless. I often seek Laura's advice when addressing an unusual matter. She always is willing to assist and has knowledge of the freshest case law. Laura often goes above and beyond to be sure she has covered all arguments and as a result she has an excellent reputation among those she has represented and practiced against her.”
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2019 - 2025
