We know divorce is tough.
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We work closely with our clients throughout every stage of what is usually a long and tough ordeal so that they can accomplish their goals. Every case is different, and you deserve an attorney that will listen and create a plan that works for you to maximize your chances of obtaining the best results. With over a decade of experience in family law, you can trust us to be forthright and diligent in meeting your needs so that you can focus on and take care of what matters - you.
Aida A. Montanaro
Attorney​​​​
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Aida has been a licensed attorney since 2012 and maintains an active family law practice in Brownsville. Her work spans a wide range of cases, including custody disputes, divorces, adoptions, CPS matters, and more complex issues such as the registration of foreign orders, writs of attachment, and reunification cases.
Aida earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies with a focus on Political Communication from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master's Degree in International Relations specializing in Security Policy, and a Law Degree from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas.
As a former prosecutor in the domestic violence unit, Aida has extensive experience representing victims of crime, particularly those from marginalized communities. She has served as the Board President of Friendship of Women, a non-profit organization supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, and has served as a Board Member for the Cameron County Child Advocacy Center (Maggie and Monica's House) and the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce. She is a contract attorney for the Mexican Consulate, providing essential legal services to Mexicans living in the lower Rio Grande Valley.
In 2022, Aida was elected to the Board of Directors for the Texas Lawyers' lnsurance Exchange (TLIE), and in 2025, her colleagues elected her to the Cameron County Bar Association Board of Directors, where she is serving her first term. ln her free time, Aida enjoys participating in book clubs, traveling, and spending time with her family.
What we
focus on
Child Custody
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Parents who decide to live apart must decide how they will coparent their children. These decisions are often the most emotionally challenging aspects of a divorce or breakup. Establishing a workable plan benefits the children and helps them adjust to their parents living apart. Every custody case is different, and we're all about finding the right approach for you. We're here to make sure your voice is heard and your needs are front and center. We don't just stick to the basics; we use our know-how to fight for the best outcome for your family. Choose us for a personalized touch, solid expertise, and a caring approach that puts you (and your children) first.
Divorce
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Divorce means different things for different people. For some, it's a sigh of relief. For others, going through a divorce can be traumatic and liken it to experiencing a death in the family. Just like a death, you can find yourself going through the grieving process and might alternate between anger and despair. The emotions make it hard to navigate the legal hurdles leading up to the dissolution of the marriage. Fortunately, you don’t have to go through this alone.
Other Family Law matters
Adoptions
Paternity
Child Protective Services (CPS)
Grandparent's Rights
Marital Agreements
Property Division
Spousal Support
Visitation
Child Support
And more...
