Rafee'a S. Majeed

Attorney Rafee’a S. Majeed is the Owner and Managing Attorney of The Law Office of R.S. Majeed. I am a Texas licensed Family Law attorney representing clients in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. I have been representing clients in this area for over 5 years, primarily handling divorces (contested and uncontested), child custody cases, child support cases, and modifications and enforcements of all family law cases.

One of my most key characteristics enabling me to be a successful attorney is adaptability. Because the laws are constantly changing, each and every case brings a unique set of challenges and issues and requires the ability to quickly adapt to keep up with the changes.

I have had success in obtaining desired results for my clients, but I also believe in having tough conversations with clients to ensure that their expectations are aligned with what the law will allow. I have a continuous dialogue with clients to discuss any changes in their situation as their case progresses and make necessary adjustments to their case as needed, if necessary.

I am proud to be a Texas lawyer. I work hard to provide and improve the level of service and representation given my clients.

Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law

J.D. (2007) | Law

2004 - 2007

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville

B.S. (1998) | Accounting

1993 - 1998

Managing Attorney

Law Office of R.S. Majeed

2015 - Current

• Caseload includes approximately 95% Family Law cases and 5% Criminal Law cases. • Balance and integrate both aspects of law and business in the firm. • Consult with clients to engage employment of their legal matters. • Litigate and progress client's cases from inception until their termination. • Assist clients in the enforcement of their final judgments. • Assess the value of legal processes and enhancements with innovative research of case law. • Provide timely and effective resolution to legal issues. • Represent clients in Dallas, Denton, Tarrant and Collin counties.

Intake Attorney

Legal Aid of Northwest Texas (LANWT)

2016 - 2018

Provided legal information, legal guidance and legal resources to • Provided legal information, legal guidance and legal resources to assist callers with issues related to child custody, child support, and possession & access issues. •Successfully guided callers through the litigation process of a case and provided information on how to achieve a favorable outcome of their specific case. •Initiated intake application and provide legal advice for clients seeking legal representation from Legal Aid of Northwest Texas (LANWT) in a range of legal areas, including, but not limited to, Family Law, Employment Law, Guardianship/Probate, Bankruptcy, Housing, Expungements/Nondisclosures and Veterans services. •Advised callers of the law particular to their case and provided resources to assist callers in self representation while they await a decision on their application from LANWT.

American Bar Assocation

Member Attorney

2020 - Current

Activities: Family Law Section member

Dallas Bar Association

Member Attorney

2018 - Current

Activities: Family Law Section member

State Bar of Texas  # 24094443

Attorney

2015 - Current

Activities: Family Law Section member

Texas

State Bar of Texas

ID Number: 24094443

Since 2015

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  We offer a free 15-minute consultation on all criminal law cases. In this consultation, the attorney will discuss any pending criminal charges and will provide information on obtaining representation.
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Family Law Cases - we charge a $300.00 consultation fee for up to an hour consultation. In this consultation, you and the attorney will have a chance to discuss your current situation and what type of legal representation is needed. This is an opportunity for you to have a candid conversation with the attorney about why you are seeking legal representation and to obtain information about the legal process and what to expect during the process. Our hope is that you leave the meeting with a better understanding of the process on which you are about to embark. If a prospective client chooses to retain our office to represent them within 2 weeks, we will credit the consultation fee to any retainer quoted.

Q. How to enforce court order for birth certificate name addition?

June 5, 2025

A: The following website provides very helpful, step-by-step instructions to how to change your child's birth certificate to add a parent's name:

https://www.dshs.texas.gov/vital-statistics/requirements-requesting-changing-vital-records/requirements-changing-vital-records

I hope this information helps. Good luck to you.

Q. Missed divorce trial due to car breakdown, default judgment issued. What can I do?

May 1, 2025

A: If it has been less than 30 days since the default judgment was entered, you can file a Motion for a New Trial. In that motion you will need to include why you did not appear on the date of trial and ask the court to grant you a new trial. If it has been more than 30 days since the default judgment was entered, you will need to file a Bill of Review.

It may also be helpful for you to consult with a family law attorney in your area.

I hope this information helps.

Q. How can visitation be adjusted for a child starting pre-kindergarten when parents live over 100 miles apart?

April 16, 2025

A: It sounds like you have existing court order that doesn't address this issue. If that is correct, then you would want to file a Petition to Modify the Parent-Child Relationship because you are asking the Judge to change an existing court order.

You are asking the Judge to change in the court order who has the exclusive right to determine the primary residence of the child. The standard that is used in this type of modification are "material and substantial change" in the circumstances of either parent or the child, AND what's in the child's "best interest". It seems like you MAY meet this burden.

However, on a temporary basis (which is what you work with until you get a final order), the Judge can only make this change under certain circumstances. Also, during this time, depending on the county your existing court case is in, the Judge could enlist other resources to help them determine what to do with the requested change.

It would be a good idea for you to speak with a family law attorney in your county to discuss your situation in more detail and help you determine the best way to move forward.

If you don't NOT currently have a court order, then you would want to file an Original Petition in Suit to Modify Parent-Child Relationship to establish some type of custody and visitation arrangement.

I hope this information helps. Good luck to you! ... Read More