Each complex divorce case is different due to its unique strengths and weaknesses. Some involve complex property divisions that require litigation, whereas others have matters that can be settled through sophisticated negotiation. Clint Westhoff combines his experience and knowledge of the law with his technical and analytical skills to view these factors clearly. Clint uses objectivity to help his clients gauge the pros and cons of each settlement so they can focus their attention on a positive and possible outcome.
Once achievable goals are set, Clint advocates aggressively for each client. From settling complex property divisions to representing clients in a family law appeal, he provides an invaluable sense of assurance during what is, for most people, one of the most stressful experiences they will ever face. His prowess in representing clients both in and out of the courtroom, whether it be through briefing, litigating, or filing appeals, has earned him the respect of his peers.
With 25 years of legal experience, Clint has dedicated 20 years exclusively to practicing family law in Dallas, Texas. He is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, has been included in The Best Lawyers in America© for Family Law from 2017 to 2026, and has been consistently listed as a Texas Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters from 2013 to 2024.
Honors & Awards
Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of Family Law, Best Lawyers, 2017 – 2026
Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of Appellate Practice, Best Lawyers, 2026
Named to the 500 Leading Family Lawyers List, LawDragon, 2025 – 2026
Selected to the Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters, 2013 – 2025
Selected to the Texas Rising Star list, Thomson Reuters, 2004 – 2011
Articles
Every Married Couple in Texas Has a Marital Property Agreement . . . Do You Know What is in Yours? March 2, 2021
How to Avoid Losing Your Separate Property in Divorce February 22, 2021
Publications & Speeches
Author, “Case Law Update”, Meeting of the Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section, June, 2006
Co-Author with Judge Craig Fowler, “Personal Goodwill in the Valuation of Closely Held Business Interests”, November Meeting of the American Society of Appraisers, November 8, 2005
Author, “Family Law in the 1st and 2nd Special Sessions of the 79th Legislative Session: Attempting to Fix Mistakes and Oversights in the Family Code”, Family Law Section Meeting of the Dallas Bar Association, September, 2005
Co-Author with Melinda Eitzen, Stuart Brown, Kelly McClure and Lisa Duffee, “Annual Survey of Texas Law – Parent and Child”, 56SMU L. Rev. 1707, Summer, 2003
Co-Author with Kelly McClure, “What’s In and Out of the Texas Family Code”, Dallas Bar Association, Headnotes, October, 2001
Co-Author with Kelly McClure, “Fighting Over Faith: Religious Beliefs and Practices Role in Custody Litigation”, 17 Texas Lawyer, No. 22, August 6, 2001
