Atkins O’Toole & Briner, L.L.C. was founded in 2000 by Sylvia Atkins and Polly Rea O’Toole. Both lawyers had been practicing family law for several years before combining their shared passion for the specialty. The Firm has enjoyed growth and success since its inception, having forged its foundation on two guiding principles: professionalism and excellence. In August of 2007, Marie Briner became a named partner bringing with her extensive trial experience and identical commitments to the Firm's principles. All partners attended S.M.U. School of Law. All lawyers are accomplished and well-respected in the field of family law, having been recognized in local and state-wide publications as among the best in their profession. Texas Monthly Magazine named Sylvia Atkins a “Texas Super Lawyer.” D Magazine named Polly Rea O’Toole one the top lawyers under 40 in Dallas, while Texas Monthly called her a “Texas Super Lawyer” in the state. Marie Briner has been named both a top lawyer under 40 in Dallas by D Magazine and a "Rising Star" by Texas Monthly.

Atkins O’Toole & Briner, L.L.C. is a law firm devoted to the practice of family law, including divorce, custody, child support, visitation, pre-nuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, post-divorce enforcement and modification, adoption, paternity and other family law legal matters.

The Firm’s mission is simple: to provide the highest quality legal representation in an environment that promotes the client’s interests above all else. For the team of professionals at Atkins O’Toole & Briner, L.L.C. that mission statement is more than words: "It is a statement of our commitment to excellence. We recognize that many of our clients are turning to our Firm at a time of great personal crisis. Clients not only depend on our knowledge of the law and courtroom skills, they depend on our integrity, professionalism and ethical pursuit of their desired outcome."

All too often lawyers make problems in family law matters, such as divorce, where no problems previously existed. The lawyers at Atkins O’Toole & Briner, L.L.C. are trained and educated to identify common ground and seek compromises to avoid costly litigation whenever possible. It is a priority for every lawyer practicing at Atkins O’Toole & Briner, L.L.C. to preserve familial relationships whenever possible. If you are a parent facing divorce, it is important to select a lawyer and a law firm that recognizes the reality that you and your spouse will have to parent your children together into the future. Atkins O'Toole & Briner L.L.C. is committed to these principles.

We welcome you to schedule an appointment with one of the lawyers on our team.