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Welcome To Aminu Law Firm, PLLC

Welcome To Aminu Law Firm, PLLC

Your trusted legal partners in Houston, Texas

Aminu Law Firm, PLLC is a legal practice dedicated to Houston family law cases. We focus on providing quality care and finding sustainable solutions to your legal matters.Our goal is to listen to your problems, review your situation, and create proactive legal strategies tailored to achieving lasting solutions.


Aside from honors and testimonials, we zealously and ethically advocate for the best interests of our clients.

From start to finish, your case will be handled with great attention to detail – with your welfare always at the forefront of our minds. Contact us today to schedule your case evaluation, and let’s do this together.

Why Houston Families Choose Us

6-Time Super Lawyers Rising Star

2021 – 2026

Texas State Bar Member

Licensed to practice in Texas

6 Greater Houston Counties

Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Waller, Brazos, Grimes

Houston Young Lawyers Association

Active HYLA member

How We Work

Built Around Working Houston Families

Most Houston family law firms still expect you to take time off work, drive across town, and sit in an office just to get answers. We don't work that way.

Hybrid Practice

Consultations by phone, video, or in person — on your schedule. Day-to-day communication happens through a secure client portal, so you can message us after the kids are asleep instead of during your lunch break.

Flexible Fee Structures

Flat fees for uncontested matters, payment plans for contested cases, and limited-scope representation so you can hire us for just the parts you can't handle yourself. Cost shouldn't be the barrier to proper legal help.

Attorney-Mediator

Rachael is a trained family law mediator. When resolution is possible without courtroom battles, we prioritize that path — saving you time, money, and emotional cost. When trial is necessary, we're prepared.

Ready to talk through your situation? Call (832) 529-1255 or schedule a consultation.

Practice Areas

Houston Family Law, Focused

We focus exclusively on family law and related matters — no business, no immigration, no personal injury. This is what we do every day.

Divorce & Separation

Contested and uncontested divorce, property division, spousal support, annulment, and collaborative law.

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Custody & Child Support

Custody, conservatorship, child support, modifications, enforcement, and grandparents' rights.

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Mediation

Trained family law mediator. When resolution is possible without litigation, we prioritize that path.

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Estate Planning & Limited-Scope

Wills, powers of attorney, and medical directives. Plus unbundled legal services for self-represented clients.

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See the full list of services at our Practice Areas page, or call (832) 529-1255 to discuss your situation.

Free Resources

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Co-Parenting Done Right.

Know Your Rights

From Child Custody to Child Support in Texas, A Short Guide to Understanding Your Rights as a Parent and Dealing with a difficult Co-Parent.

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Your Rights. Your Family.
Your Future.

Divorce Process In Texas

A Simple Guide to Understanding the Divorce Process in Texas

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Co-Parenting Done Right.

Know Your Rights

From Child Custody to Child Support in Texas, A Short Guide to Understanding Your Rights as a Parent and Dealing with a difficult Co-Parent.

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Your Rights. Your Family.
Your Future.

Divorce Process In Texas

A Simple Guide to Understanding the Divorce Process in Texas

Testimonials

Our Satisfied Clients Say

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I was treated like gold; they listened to all my problems and made it their own. I felt like I was family and they did everything to make sure I was taken care of. I can’t say thank you enough to Rachael Aminu and her team. You guys have my business!

Seun A.
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The Aminu Law Firm is very detailed organization. They take time to listen and have a conversation about your matter. Their guidance and advise is top notch and they have always yielded result for me. I like here with Aminu Law Firm.

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The Aminu Law Firm always handles my legal matter with care, diligence, and ease. Attorney Aminu is a consummate advocate for their clients who work tirelessly until matters are resolved.

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Meet Attorney Rachael Aminu

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My journey into law was somewhat unexpected and guided by a mix of reflection, advice, and faith. I initially resolved to become a doctor. Studying biochemistry to that end, I struggled with organic chemistry. After consulting my counselor to reassess, I decided to transition to political science. Yet, despite this, while I was studying in Manitoba, Canada, I had a professor who was also a practicing attorney. They profoundly inspired me, planting the seed of an idea that led me to apply to Thurgood Marshall School of Law—the only school I applied to. Being accepted there served as confirmation of sorts letting me know I was on the right path.

Along the way, I learned invaluable life skills and cultivated my deep desire to help others in situations where they can’t help themselves. I also learned to handle failure and understand people...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions Houston Families Ask Us Most

Quick answers to the four questions we hear most often. For more, visit our full FAQ page.

In Harris County, uncontested divorces typically run $2,500–$4,000 in attorney fees, plus court filing costs of approximately $300–$350. Contested divorces involving custody or property disputes generally range from $8,000–$25,000 or more. We offer flat fees for uncontested matters, payment plans for contested cases, and limited-scope representation so cost shouldn't be the reason you go without proper legal help.

We regularly handle cases throughout the greater Houston area, including Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Waller, Brazos, and Grimes counties. Our office is in northwest Houston at 8300 FM 1960 Road West, Suite 450 — convenient to Cypress, Willowbrook, Champions, Spring, Tomball, Klein, and the Cy-Fair area.

Yes — we're a hybrid practice, meaning all consultations are available by phone, video, or in person, with in-office meetings available by appointment. Day-to-day communication with your attorney happens through a secure client portal, so you can message us after the kids are asleep instead of during your lunch break.

We listen. You tell us what's going on, and Attorney Rachael Aminu asks the questions that help her understand your situation — what you're worried about, what your goals are, what's already happened. We explain your legal options, including options that don't involve hiring us. If we're the right fit, we talk through next steps. If we're not, we tell you and point you toward someone who is.

Ready When You Are

Let's Talk About Your Situation

Every family law matter is different, and so is every consultation. Whether you're just starting to consider divorce, already served with papers, or navigating a custody dispute — a short conversation can help you understand your options before deciding on next steps.

On your call, we will listen to what's going on, explain the legal paths available (including ones that don't involve hiring us), and answer your questions honestly. No pressure, no sales pitch — just a clear sense of where you stand.

Reply within 48 hours. Consultations available by phone, video, or in person — on your schedule.

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