Family law matters play no favorites, and affect couples of every distinction. Jim Mueller is well-versed in the wide range of issues involved. Jim's practice concentrates on complex divorce matters and contested custody litigation. He approaches all of his divorce cases with the goal of helping clients divide their assets without unnecessarily dividing the family, especially where the interests of children are concerned.

Jim's courtroom experience helps him to lead clients through the litigation process while managing their expectations. He has successfully tried cases before juries and judges, winning custody and support for both mothers and fathers in Dallas, Collin, Denton and Tarrant Counties.

Jim also offers a unique sensitivity to the needs of same-gender couples. Jim's expertise in helping same-sex couples includes creating partnership and custody agreements. In same-sex divorces and custody litigation, Jim has represented both biological and non-biological parents. Recently, he successfully argued before a jury in Dallas County that his client, the lesbian, biological mother of the child, be appointed sole managing conservator of the child. The Texas Supreme Court also upheld Jim's argument in an Appellate Brief and overruled a mandamus made by the non-biological mother in a same-sex, international custody dispute.

Jim received his bachelor's degree magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Rhodes College, and graduated cum laude from the Dedman School of Law at Southern Methodist University. He has been named a Rising Star by Texas Monthly Magazine, which recognizes the top attorneys in Texas under the age of 40 who have practiced for at least five years.