Dennis M. Slate

Dennis M. Slate is a Houston family lawyer at Slate & Associates, Attorneys at Law, who has focused his legal career on complex family law matters since entering practice. He is double-board certified in Family Law and Child Welfare Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. His work covers divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, spousal support, property division, and related disputes. He serves clients across the Greater Houston area and prepares cases for negotiation and trial when needed.

Dennis earned his B.B.S. from Texas A&M University. He later received his J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center. His academic background preceded a legal practice centered on family law, child welfare matters, and courtroom advocacy.

Dennis has handled matters involving high-net-worth divorce, custody modifications, support modifications, uncontested divorce, and same-sex divorce. His practice includes disputes over property division and financial obligations arising from marital dissolution. He has served as an Associate Judge for the City of Pearland and as president of the Pasadena Bar Association. His official profile lists recognition as a Top Lawyer from H Texas Magazine and Houstonia Magazine’s Top Lawyers campaign.

Dennis M. Slate brings extensive family law experience to clients facing disputes involving children, finances, property, and the end of a marriage. His double-board certification reflects advanced specialization in family law and child welfare law. He works with clients through negotiations, contested proceedings, and litigation while addressing the legal issues that shape family relationships and financial security. His practice remains focused on detailed preparation, courtroom readiness, and representation tailored to the demands of complex family cases.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Slate & Associates, Attorneys at Law
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Former President, Pasadena Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• University of Houston Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas A&M University
  Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS)

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