Marianne Howland, a partner at Duffee + Eitzen, has been practicing family law for over ten years. She graduated from Texas A&M University School of Law in 2006. Since graduating, she has handled cases ranging the entire spectrum of family law from adoptions, custody battles, pre and post-nuptial agreements, to divorces and post-divorce modifications and enforcement. She is very comfortable in the courtroom litigating her client’s case. However, she encourages clients to settle their issues amicably when possible. Prior to joining Duffee + Eitzen, she had her own law practice for 10 years.
She has two small children and has personally been through a divorce. She brings these experiences to every case and has compassion and knowledge that assists her in her representation of each of her clients. This experience allows her to give her clients the kind of attention and advocacy they deserve.

Experience
Family Law Attorney, Law Office of Marianne Howland
October 2007-2018
A sole practitioner representing clients in divorces, custody matters, child support matters, termination of parental rights, and protective orders in Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, and Denton County.

Staff Attorney at Legal Aid of Northwest Texas

December 2006-October 2007
Worked as the onsite attorney at Genesis Women’s Shelter. Represented women in divorces, custody disputes and protective orders.
Education
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law
  • J.D. 2003-2006
The University of North Texas, Denton, Texas
  • B.A. History – 2003 (with Distinction)
  • Honors: Dean’s List
Professional Associations and Memberships
  • State Bar of Texas, Member
    • Family Law Section
    • Trial Section
  • Dallas Bar Association, Member
  • Attorneys Serving the Community
  • Member of Oak Cliff Women and Business

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