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Phone: (806) 762-5281

Address: 1500 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401

Mark O Blankenship Attorney

Family Law

Divorce
Divorce is most often imagined as involving courtroom appearances, evidence and witness testimony to accomplish a divorce. We offer a different approach that involves the Collaborative Divorce process, which gives our clients the diversity to approach divorce and other contested family law issues in a non-litigated manner handled outside the courtroom where that approach would be best for our client. Whether it’s a litigated divorce or collaborated outside the courtroom context, our board-certified family law attorney can get you the results you deserve while zealously protecting your rights.
Child Support
When one of the parties to a divorce decree or court order does not fulfill their obligation under that order, the other party may file a suit to compel the party in default to comply. The court retains jurisdiction to render a contempt order for possession and access of a child if the motion is filed not later than the sixth month after the child becomes an adult or the order expires under operation of law. The court retains jurisdiction to enforce child support orders on the second anniversary after the child becomes an adult or the support terminates by operation of law. However, property enforcements only allow a two year window within which to enforce a division of property, and the court may not amend, modify or change the terms of the division of property.
Child Custody and Visitation
We understand that family law issues can be an emotionally traumatic experience for everyone involved, especially when you have children. When you face difficult issues in your life, whether it is a divorce, child custody and support issues, visitation matters, enforcements, modifications, or pre-marital agreements, we understand you have serious concerns about the outcome. We strive to protect your rights, while keeping down the stress level and emotional toll it may have on your family. Whether the case is tried to a jury or settled amicably, we will help you attain the best result possible and see it through to a successful conclusion. We are prepared to take whatever action is necessary to protect your assets and see that you and your children have the resources and the arrangements necessary for you all to flourish. We understand that every client is unique, so we will design a strategy that meets the client’s expressed goals and will keep you informed through the process. Each client will fully understand their options and the likely consequences in order to make the best decision possible for their unique situation.
Adoption
Paternity
Guardianship
Spousal Support
Alimony and Spousal Support are two different methods by which one spouse may acquire support from the other spouse post-divorce. Alimony is a contractual obligation entered into voluntarily by one party, often times used to equalize the division of property in a divorce case. For instance, if one spouse keeps the business, she may want to buy out the other spouse’s interest in the business by paying monthly installments to the other spouse until the obligation is paid. One should always secure the payments with an insurance policy or asset that can be liquidated in the event the paying spouse defaults on the note. Spousal support is usually court-ordered, but can also be entered into by agreement. If court ordered, the beneficiary of the support must meet the requirements under the code to qualify for post-divorce support. Some of those requirements involve having been married for 10 years or more, unable to find suitable employment, or the spouse seeking support is disabled or cares for a child that is disabled. The support is limited to a number of years depending upon the number of years of marriage. We can help secure the best possible outcome for your financial needs, whether the situation involves paying or receiving support post-divorce.

Criminal Law

Criminal Defense
Mr. Matzner’s experience includes successfully defendeding a city and police officer in a federal civil rights trial lasting nearly 6 weeks where the plaintiffs sought $24,000,000 and were awarded $0.
Wrongful Death
W C Bratcher is a litigation attorney practicing in the Firm’s trial section. He defends personal injury, wrongful death and medical liability claims. He has served as lead trial counsel for a Texas based natural gas utility in multiple wrongful death and significant personal claims resulting from explosions and other natural gas – related occurrences. He also served as West Texas counsel for a Texas based oil & gas exploration company. In addition, his practice includes litigation defense in the areas of business, commercial and insurance law.

Business and Corporate Law

Corporate Law
Amber S. Miller is a partner with Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam, LLP. Miller helps clients with agricultural and business law matters, specializing in property rights and real estate, entity formation and corporate law, contract drafting and negotiations, while also assisting clients with federal regulatory compliance and administrative law matters and commercial litigation.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Business Formation
Business Disputes
There is a lot that goes into starting a new business venture and it is important to have an experienced business law attorney by your side to help ensure that your interests are protected from the start. At the Lubbock, Texas, based law firm of Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam, L.L.P., we have extensive experience in all aspects of business law.
Business Transactions
Kathy Moran joined Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam in June 2018 to open an office in Hobbs, New Mexico, after more than twelve years as a shareholder, director and Vice President of Maddox, Holloman & Moran, P.C. She practices primarily in the areas of corporate law, business transactions, probate, estate administration, and general business matters. She has represented numerous clients in the sale of closely-held businesses, having handled numerous significant business sales and acquisitions, in and outside of the oil and gas industry. Ms. Moran also regularly advises business clients regarding employment matters and assists individual clients with both routine and complex estate planning matters. She also assists land and mineral owners in satisfying requirements necessary to clear title issues, including the completion of original and ancillary probate proceedings, quiet title actions and other related legal proceedings.

Employment Law

Employment Discrimination
Employment Contract
Employment Litigation
In 2013 Morgan joined the Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney’s Office, quickly becoming a leader in their civil division. Relying on her background in complex litigation, she defended and prosecuted actions on behalf of Lubbock County in state, federal, and appellate courts across Texas. These litigation matters were wide ranging from immigration related issues to constitutional claims to matters of administrative law. In addition to maintaining a heavy litigation docket at Lubbock County, she also responded to thousands of open records requests, advised on hundreds of contract issues, and developed expertise in the areas of open government and election law. She defended law enforcement officers and agencies in litigation, and also used that knowledge to provide day-to-day advice to law enforcement on issues of risk prevention, employment, documentation, policy creation, and use of force. She frequently instructed at the Lubbock Police Department Academy, the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office Academy, and at the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association on topics related to asset-seizure forfeiture, use of force, supervisor liability, and employment issues in law enforcement agencies. She also taught courses on search and seizure and asset forfeiture at regional conferences of the Texas Narcotics Officers Association.
Non-compete Agreement
Sexual Harassment

Property Law

Real Estate Litigation
Eliott is also well-versed in business and commercial litigation and provides counsel and representation to individuals and businesses in commercial and large and small business disputes while addressing their ultimate business goals. He also represents clients in matters of prosecution and defense of breach of contract matters, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud and tortious interference claims, labor and employment matters, and real-estate litigation.
Construction Litigation
Arlene was born and raised in San Angelo, Texas. After graduating with honors from Austin College, she attended law school at Texas Tech University School of Law and joined the firm of Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam, L.L.P. upon graduation. Arlene has been practicing law in Lubbock and all of West Texas since 2000. Her practice includes appellate work as well as insurance defense litigation, including medical malpractice, construction defect litigation, and work-related injuries. Arlene volunteers extensively with the American Cancer Society, and has served on the Cattle Baron’s Ball committee, the Hope Lodge Derby Day Run for the Roses committee, and the Board of Directors and Executive Board of the Lubbock Unit. She also serves on the Covenant Foundation Board of Directors and is a sustaining member of the Junior League of Lubbock and past president of the Lubbock Symphony Guild.
Real Estate Transactions
Eminent Domain
Many of the cases we handle involve eminent domain, right of way, and regulatory compliance issues. We have represented landowners, contractors, energy companies and others. Attorney W. Chris Boyer has been certified as an oil, gas and mineral law specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has a complete understanding of the law and is well prepared to help you with any type of natural resources issue.

Health Law

Personal Injury
The focus of Eliott’s practice is to assist clients to resolve a wide range of civil litigation matters, with a particular emphasis on personal injury litigation and commercial and business litigation. With extensive courtroom and jury trial experience, Eliott’s practice provides his clients with the flexibility and options to resolve matters both inside and outside the courtroom. He is also versed in assisting his clients to identify, reduce, and manage exposure to avoid future conflicts. Eliott also recognizes the value of achieving pre-litigation resolutions of potential disputes through creative and educated negotiations.
Medical Malpractice
We focus this area of our practice exclusively on the defense of medical malpractice and professional liability claims. The broad collective experience of our attorneys puts us in a strong position to represent clients from many different professions and backgrounds. Our firm’s insurance litigation background also serves as a distinct asset in these matters.
Medicaid Planning

Trusts and Estates

Estate Planning
Crenshaw Dupree & Milam Law Firm – Contact an experienced attorney at the Lubbock, Texas based law firm of Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam, L.L.P. We offer legal services in the areas of commercial litigation, family law and estate planning.
Wills
Our lawyers can advise you on the best way to set up your estate in order to protect your beneficiaries from excessive inheritance and estate taxes. We have experience handling all aspects of estate planning from simple wills to complex asset protection programs. We will work with you to create a customized solution designed to meet the specific requirements of your situation.
Trusts
IRREVOCABLE TRUST/SPOUSAL SUPPORT OBLIGATION Do statutes of limitation for filing claims against an Estate for unpaid spousal support prevent a creditor (ex-wife) of the decedent from bringing a lawsuit against the trustee of an irrevocable trust on grounds of fraudulent conveyance and tortious interference with a contract? CASE Montgomery v. Montgomery, individually and as trustee … Read more »
Power of Attorney
Probate

Finance Law

Tax Law
We also provide complete corporate and personal taxation services to our clients. We work with many business owners and individuals in a variety of taxation and tax planning matters. We advise clients on ways that they can structure their personal and business finances in order to derive the greatest possible benefit under the tax code.

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