Practice Philosophy:

When a client, parent, dear friend or colleague is going through divorce, I insist that they consider the collaborative model. This model offers the opportunity for a "better divorce" than the traditional litigated divorce. In over 20 cases completed so far, I find much higher client satisfaction using the collaborative process.

Most of the very best family law attorneys are getting training and experience in this process. Financial professionals and mental health experts assist as neutrals. These allied professionals are trained and experienced in the collaborative law process.

We insist on efficient information gathering and a safe, structured resolution process. Yet, the process encourages both flexibility and creativity sometimes not possible outside of the collaborative process.

Education and Training:

• University of Texas School of Law, 1986 degree with Honors


• Texas A&M University, 1983 degree, magna cum laude


• Collaborative Training
  • 2001 Chip Rose and Sherri Goren Slevin, 2 day
  • 2002 Advance Family Law seminar, ½ day
  • 2003 Chip Rose and Sherri Goren Slevin, 2 day
  • 2006 University of Texas 2-day CLE, 2 day

Contact Information:

Email: Website: Firm Name: Address: Phone: Fax:

jporter@rcsp.com www.rcsp.com Rash, Chapman, Schreiber & Porter, L.L.P. 2112 Rio Grande,  Austin, Texas 78705 (512) 477-7543 (512) 474-0954