Orsinger, Nelson, Downing and Anderson, LLP

08/21/2026

Seventeen ONDA attorneys have once again earned recognition from Best Lawyers in America, reflecting the depth of talent across our Dallas, Frisco and San Antonio offices.

The 2027 honors include all four of our name partners, along with attorneys recognized for their work in family law, appellate practice, mediation and arbitration. Three of our attorneys were also selected to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.

As Downing shared, “Our clients come to us with enormously important and often complex family matters, and we are proud to have a team capable of helping them at every stage.”

Congratulations to all 17 attorneys on this well-deserved recognition.

Read more about this year’s honorees: https://ondafamilylaw.com/onda-attorneys-selected-among-nations-top-family-lawyers/

07/30/2026

✈️ When one parent wants to move a child outside the United States, custody disputes can escalate fast. Courts look closely at safety, stability and the child’s best interests before any major relocation. Onda Family Law helps families navigate these emotional moments with clarity and confidence.

If one parent wants to leave the United States with a child, the custody case can quickly become urgent and depend on the specific facts. These disputes often come up during divorce, after separation, or when a parent has strong family, work, immigration, or financial ties outside the country. Texas...

07/28/2026

💔 Divorce can do more than change your relationship status. For green card holders, it can impact immigration status in ways many people never expect. If you’re facing both family and immigration challenges, Onda Family Law helps you understand your options and protect your future.

Divorce can impact more than just property, support, and parenting when one spouse has a green card. Many clients worry that ending a marriage in Texas could cause immigration issues for themselves or their spouse. Texas divorce courts do not decide who keeps a green card, since immigration status i...

07/16/2026

Get to know ONDA's newest partners through recent coverage in Law.com’s Texas Lawyer and The Texas Lawbook, highlighting the promotions of Melissa Cowle, Christopher Lambert and Christopher Konneker.

Explore the coverage below or read ONDA's full announcement to learn more.

Texas Lawyer: https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2026/07/10/newsmakers-onda-elevates-3-to-partner/
The Texas Lawbook: https://texaslawbook.net/dallas-family-law-firm-elevates-three-attorneys-to-partner/
ONDA announcement: https://ondafamilylaw.com/onda-family-law-expands-leadership-team-with-three-partner-promotions/

07/08/2026

We're thrilled to celebrate three well-deserved partner promotions at ONDA Family Law.

Congratulations to Melissa Cowle, Christopher Lambert and Christopher Konneker on this exciting milestone. Their hard work, leadership and dedication to clients embody the values that have made ONDA a leader in family law across Texas.

Read more: https://ondafamilylaw.com/onda-family-law-expands-leadership-team-with-three-partner-promotions/

06/12/2026

Feeling unsure about divorce is more common than you think. Learn what that means: https://bit.ly/4vP0ATJ

Our experienced and dedicated Dallas divorce attorneys discuss why divorce decisions rarely feel "certain" at first.

05/18/2026

💬 No one gets through a divorce alone, and they’re not supposed to.
This article breaks down how support systems help people stay grounded, make clearer decisions, and move through major transitions with more stability and less emotional strain.

While legal and financial matters often receive the most attention, a strong support system is equally important.

05/06/2026

Fifty years. More than 275 CLE presentations. One consistent focus: making the profession better.

Richard Orsinger has been named the 2026 recipient of the Patrick A. Nester Outstanding Achievement in CLE Award, recognizing a career dedicated to legal education, mentorship and raising the bar for Texas lawyers.

From family law to appellate procedure, his work has shaped how attorneys learn, practice and lead.

That legacy continues at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson.

Read more: https://ondafamilylaw.com/family-appellate-law-attorney-richard-orsinger-honored-for-dedication-to-professional-development/

04/28/2026

Divorce in Texas can’t be rushed overnight, there’s a mandatory 60‑day waiting period before a judge can sign off, and many cases take months or even longer depending on whether things are contested or agreed. ⚖️ https://bit.ly/4sY3OCf

Texas law imposes a mandatory waiting period before any divorce can be finalized, so even easy cases cannot be concluded immediately.

04/24/2026

ONDA is pleased to share that partners R. Scott Downing, Jeffrey O. Anderson and Brad M. LaMorgese have once again been named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas list for 2026.

We appreciate this recognition and the continued trust of our clients and peers.

Learn more about the partners recognition here: https://ondafamilylaw.com/onda-partners-continue-their-run-among-dallas-top-family-lawyers/