Monique Sneed: Associate Attorney
Monique Sneed is an Associate Attorney at Balekian Hayes, PLLC in Dallas, TX. At Balekian Hayes Family Law Firm, she is a fierce and dedicated litigator committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every client she represents. My approach to family law goes beyond the courtroom—I focus on guiding individuals and families through some of the most challenging transitions in their lives with empathy, understanding, and practical support.
Whether advocating in complex litigation or helping clients reach a resolution through negotiation and settlement, Monique works tirelessly to protect their rights and interests while keeping their long-term well-being in focus. Her goal is not only to deliver strong legal results but to help clients move forward with clarity and confidence as they begin the next chapter of their lives.
Education
Monique earned her Latin Legum Magister (LL.M.) in Immigration Law from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in Houston, Texas, graduating with a GPA of 3.4 in December 2022. She also received her Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in August 2019, graduating in the top 25% of her class with a GPA of 3.15. During law school, she was actively involved in the Thurgood Marshall Law Review as Form and Accuracy Editor, served on the TMSL Honor Court, and participated in leadership and advocacy organizations including TMSL Ambassadors, the Criminal Law Society, and the Black Law Students Association.
She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Huston-Tillotson University in Austin, Texas, in May 2016, graduating with a GPA of 3.2. Her academic foundation in criminal justice and law provided a strong platform for her legal career, emphasizing analytical thinking, research skills, and advocacy, which continue to inform her practice in complex family law and high-stakes litigation.
Experience
Monique is a Texas-licensed attorney, admitted to practice in October 2019, with a strong academic foundation and a client-centered approach to family law. She began her career as a law clerk and judicial intern, gaining foundational experience in both federal and state courts. From May to June 2017, she served as Judicial Intern to the Honorable Kenneth Hoyt at the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, where she drafted opinions on habeas petitions and motions for summary judgment, analyzed case pleadings, and provided recommendations on case dispositions. From July to August 2017, she served as Judicial Intern to the Honorable Keli Aiken of the 354th District Court in Greenville, Texas, conducting research, drafting briefs for criminal and civil matters, and observing court proceedings to develop practical courtroom insight.
Following these internships, Monique served as a law clerk at Larmond, Evans, & Brignac, PLLC from January 2018 to May 2019, where she drafted petitions, motions, discovery, and pretrial motions across multiple areas of law, managed client communications, and supervised legal interns. She also gained experience in immigration law as a law clerk at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP in Dallas from September 2019 to April 2020, preparing PERM applications, I-140, I-485, H-1B, and H-4 petitions, and drafting responses to requests for evidence. From October 2019 to June 2020, Monique served as a contract attorney at Larmond, Evans, & Brignac, representing clients in family, civil, and criminal matters, managing client intake, and litigating hearings, temporary restraining orders, and appeals.
In June 2020, Monique became Head of Litigation at Udeshi Law Firm, PLLC in Dallas, where she oversees a litigation team of six attorneys and nine paralegals. In this role, she managed case strategy from initial intake to finalization, litigated high-stakes family and civil law matters, and handled all aspects of firm operations, including training new attorneys, managing employee performance, and fostering effective client communication. Monique currently serves as an Investigator and Litigator for the Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee of the Texas Bar (since August 2023), where she investigates UPL claims, issues cease and desist letters, and litigates cases requiring injunctive relief.
Prior to these roles, Monique served as a Family Law Associate Attorney at Carrington, Coleman, Sloman, and Blumenthal, L.L.P. in Dallas, where she was a key member of the family law team managing high-asset and complex property disputes. In this role, she litigated cases from initial intake to resolution, prepared evidence for hearings and motions, reviewed financial documentation, and collaborated with partners to develop effective case strategies.
Divorce Attorney
She is a trusted advocate at Balekian Hayes Family Law Firm in high-stakes family law matters, representing high-net-worth individuals, executives, entrepreneurs, and public figures in complex and highly contested divorces. Known for a strategic, discreet, and results-driven approach, Monique handles cases where the issues extend far beyond a typical settlement—where reputations, control of significant assets, and the future of families are on the line.
With extensive experience in high-conflict litigation, Monique navigates intricate matters involving business valuations, hidden or complex asset structures, custody disputes, and prenuptial or postnuptial agreements. Clients rely on her not only for sharp legal insight, but for the ability to manage sensitive situations with precision, discretion, and strength.
Whether negotiating behind the scenes or advocating aggressively in the courtroom, Monique is committed to protecting clients’ interests at every stage.
Child Custody Attorney
As a Family Law Associate Attorney, Monique is dedicated to advocating for her clients in complex child custody matters. She works closely with families to protect children’s best interests while navigating emotionally charged, high-conflict situations. With a thorough understanding of Texas family law, Monique develops strategic solutions tailored to each case, including negotiating parenting plans, representing clients in hearings, and addressing relocation or modification disputes. Her approach balances strong advocacy with sensitivity, ensuring that clients feel supported while pursuing outcomes that prioritize the well-being and stability of their children.
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Child Custody
Professional Associations
- Dallas Bar Association – Family Law Section
Current Employment Position
- Associate Attorney
Awards
- Super Lawyers – Rising Star – 2026
- Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyer – 2026
- Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyer – 2025
- Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyer – 2024
Personal Life
In her free time, Monique loves to sing, plan fun activities with her kids, and mentoring younger attorneys.
Get in Touch
Monique and the rest of the team at Balekian Hayes, PLLC, can address all of your family law needs. We offer forward-thinking legal solutions and practical support as you prepare for the next stages of your life.
In addition to divorce and child custody, we help clients with asset division, high-asset divorce cases, same-sex family legal issues, spousal support, grandparent’s rights, and matters involving child protective services. If you have a family law problem, contact us.