William F. Neal - Lewisville, TX
Attorney at North Texas Family Lawyers
Family Law Lawyers in Lewisville, TX
1760 S. Stemmons Freeway Suite 150 Lewisville, TX 75067
- 1 Super Lawyers®
-
53
Years
Experience
Lewisville Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/02/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Custody
- Probate
- Modifications
Attorney Information
Overview
Bill Neal handles the most complex family law cases but his approach is very simple: protect the client at every turn. Sometimes that means delicate settlement negotiations; other times it’s fighting a court battle. In every situation, Bill is aggressive and thorough and he represents every client with the same unwavering dedication. Bill specializes in divorce cases involving large estates, family-owned businesses and complicated custody arrangements. He takes special interest in protecting children from a convoluted legal process, offering objective counsel and a caring perspective. In addition, Bill handles contested probate and estate litigation cases when things don’t go according to plan. His enthusiastic representation in probate litigation and family law cases is what sets him apart as a true champion for clients.
Deeply committed to continuing legal education, Bill’s pursuit of knowledge keeps him on the forefront of changes in family law and how those changes impact his clients. He is Board-Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists as well as the Annette Stewart Inns of Court. In 2009 and 2013, Neal volunteered with the Texas Family Law Foundation serving as a nonpartisan educational resource for family law related bills in the Texas Legislature. He has an AV-rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a 5.0 out of 5.0 peer review rating that reflects the highest level of professional excellence and has been selected for inclusion on the list of Texas Super Lawyers, published by Thomson Reuters, in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
Bill became a Texan when he attended Southern Methodist University School of Law in Dallas, Texas. While getting his law degree, he was selected for service on the Southwestern Law Journal and served as the Journal’s Research Editor for the 1972-1973 school year. Bill was among the first to serve in the newly established SMU Legal Clinic as a law student, providing free legal services to the local community.
In college, Bill was an athlete and a leader, as the quarterback for the University of Arizona football team, President of his Senior class, a member of Sophos, Chain Gang, and Bobcats Men’s honoraries. Bill was also listed in Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities, and served two terms as President of his chapter of the Sigma Chi men’s fraternity before graduating with honors in 1970.
Bill grew up in Prairie Village, Kansas and is a graduate of Shawnee Mission East High School. He enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family. Bill and his wife Shelli have two grown sons.
He is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, the Denton County Collaborative Lawyers Association, Denton Bar Association, Dallas Bar Association and the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- AV Preeminent, Martindale Hubbell
- Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2009-2017
Other Sources of Feedback About William F. Neal
Included on the 2026 Texas Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2012 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2011 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2010 Texas Super Lawyers list
- 2009 Texas Super Lawyers list
Education
-
Legal Education
-
Southern Methodist University School of Law,
Dallas,
Texas, 1973
J.D.
Honors: Graduated in top 10 percent of class
Law Journal: Southwestern Law Journal, Research Editor, 1972 - 1973
-
Southern Methodist University School of Law,
Dallas,
Texas, 1973
-
Non Legal Education
-
University of Arizona,
Tucson,
Arizona, 1970
B.A.
Honors: President of his Senior class
Honors: Member of Sophos, Chain Gang, and Bobcats Men's honoraries
Honors: Listed in Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities
Honors: Two time President of his chapter of the Sigma Chi men's fraternity
Honors: Graduated with honors
-
University of Arizona,
Tucson,
Arizona, 1970
Current Employment Position(s)
-
Managing Partner
Classes and Seminars
-
Discovering And Valuing Concealed Property and Income (With Michael Gregory), UT Family On The Front Lines Conference, Galveston, Texas, 2002
- “Health Issues in Family Law: health insurance, COBRA, life insurance”, Advanced Family Law Seminar, Co-Author and Lecturer, 2003
Published Works
Articles
-
Protecting Yourself with a Protective Order in Cases of Domestic Violence
-
Retirement Lost! Yes, It Can Happen
-
Equal Possession (50/50) does not Equal No Child Support
-
Know the “Legal Lingo” of Child Custody
-
Your Job as Executor of an Estate
Bar Admissions
- Texas, 1973
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas, 1973
- U.S. District Court Western District of Texas, 1973
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, 1973
Specialties and Certifications
- Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 1993
Other Affiliations
- State Bar of Texas, the Family Law Section (Member)
- Denton County Collaborative Lawyers Association (Member)
- Denton Bar Association (Member)
- Dallas Bar Association (Member)
- Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists (Member)
Reviews
-
Hired Attorney 2024-2025William Neal is a terrible lawyer along with is incompetent staff. He will act as he knows what exactly he can assist you with regarding your case but it’s a lie and if you signed up with him it’s too late. He will intentionally sabotage your case. Numerous of times misspelled my name for cases, he won’t tell you he is physically sick and not competent to work your case. He tried quitting my case after I paid him several thousands of dollars a week before trial . The only reason I hired him was to get evidence into my case but for somehow his staff and himself forgot to submit evidence therefore, causing me to lose rights as a parent for my children. Have to go back to trial to get things corrected that he failed to do. There is many more options better than this law firm. Trust me , he is not the choice. Don’t do it. He is also very unprofessional lawyer and doesn’t respect client wishes or how to communicate. He’s embarrassement to lawyers and law firms across the nation. This guy and staff is a waste of money. Look else where!!!!
Photo
Contact
1760 S. Stemmons Freeway
Suite 150
Lewisville, TX 75067
Phone: 972-436-8000
Fax: (972) 436-8801
Email: Send a message
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday by appointment only.
Disclaimer
Your Profile? Update Now
When viewing a listing, consider the state advertising restrictions to which lawyers and law firms must adhere, as well as our FindLaw.com Legal Directory disclaimer. Some lawyers publish comparative information regarding the services that they provide which may be subject to specific comparative communications restrictions.