Jose M. Rocha

Innovative and versatile attorney highly effective at developing legal strategies with a solid track record of litigation success and experience in various areas of law, including: criminal defense in state and federal courts, expunctions, orders of non-disclosure, child protective services representation, elder protection, guardianship cases, wills and probate law.

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Texas

Since 2014

5th Circuit

Since 2016

U.S. Court of International Trade

Since 2021

U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico

Since 2015

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas

Since 2014

Attorney & Counselor at Law

Law Office of José M. Rocha, PLLC

2019 - Current

Provide legal representation and counseling through highly effective legal strategies based on a solid track record of litigation success and experience in various areas of law, including: criminal defense in state and federal courts, expunction of criminal records, orders of non-disclosure, child protective services representation, elder protection, adoptions, guardianship cases, wills, trusts, and probate law.

Professor of Law

Universidad La Salle, A.C.

2014 - 2024

Taught courses on fundamental legal principles and theories of United States jurisprudence while providing students with a solid foundation and knowledge of the common law legal system at the Universidad La Salle, A.C. at campus Chihuahua, Saltillo, and Mexico City.

Assistant County Attorney

El Paso County Attorney's Office

2017 - 2019

Served as a Senior Trial Attorney representing the State of Texas and the County of El Paso in cases handled under the Protection Unit, which encompassed the Mental Health Unit, Child Protective Services Unit, Protective Order Unit, the Elder Protection Unit, as well as the Annex Office Unit.

Attorney & Counselor at Law

Rocha Grenier & Associates, PLLC

2014 - 2017

Managed an international law firm dedicated to the legal representation and counseling of United States citizens and foreign nationals in an array of practice areas including: criminal defense, family, adoptions, immigration, probate, estate administration, trusts and corporate law, as well as served as attorney ad-litem for both children and parents involved in child abuse and neglect cases.

Lecturer

The University of Texas at El Paso

2013 - 2016

Provided instruction on various subjects related to conflict resolution, law, policy and public administration to reach students of varying educational experiential backgrounds and learning styles, through professional training and development courses, as well as community enrichment courses sponsored by the university’s Professional & Public Programs at the University of Texas at El Paso.

Government Relations Specialist

Texas A&M Engineering Program, Office of External Relations

2013 - 2013

Assisted in handling the external affairs for three state agencies: the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES), the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), and the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI), as well as the legislative priorities of the Dwight Look College of Engineering at Texas A&M University.

Assistant Researcher

Texas A&M Transportation Institute

2012 - 2012

Performed analysis and extensive legal research and writing on transportation and public policy related projects, as well as helped respond to legislative requests on transportation infrastructure projects and their economic and legal impact at large.

Texas A&M University - College Station

M.P.S.A. (2012) | Public Service & Administration

The Bush School of Government & Public Service

Texas A&M University - College Station

Cert. (2012) | Advanced International Affairs

The Bush School of Government & Public Service

University of Dayton School of Law

J.D. (2010) | Advocacy & Dispute Resolution

St. Mary's University

B.A. (2006) | International Relations

Service Recognition

El Paso County Attorney's Office

2019

Service Recognition

El Paso County Attorney's Office

2018

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Current

State Bar of Texas

Member

2014 - Current

Hispanic National Bar Association

Member

2007 - Current

Texas District & County Attorneys Association

Member

2017 - 2019

Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit

Member

2016 - 2017

Derecho de Inmigración en Estados Unidos en la Actualidad, 3er Seminario a la Atención al Fenómeno en México desde una Mirada Jurídica, Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico

August 13, 2020

Universidad La Salle, A.C.

Mental Health Involuntary Commitments in Texas, 2019 February General Meeting of the El Paso Paralegal Association, El Paso, Texas

February 21, 2019

El Paso Paralegal Association

Derecho Procesal Civil en Casos de Trastornos de Salud Metal en Texas, Conferencia "Mas Vale Prevenir que Lamentar", El Paso, Texas

August 14, 2018

El Paso Advocates for Prevention, Safe Communities Coalition, Aliviane, El Paso Health, & Red de Promotoras

Sexting and Cyberbullying Litigation, Education Service Center Region 19 Conference, El Paso, Texas

December 9, 2018

Texas Association of Future Educators

Ethics In Mediation, 33rd Annual Conference of the Texas Association of Domestic Relations Offices, El Paso, Texas

October 26, 2017

Texas Association of Domestic Relations

Basic Mediation Training (40hrs).

Prairie View A&M University

Advanced Family Law Mediation (30hrs).

Hill Country Dispute Resolution Center

Certification in Guardianship Law

State Bar of Texas

Q. My husband and I are endeavoring to have our wills done. We are 70 and 71.

November 19, 2024

A: It is always important to plan ahead and look into Estate Planning, no matter your age or stage in life. A thoughtful estate planning will ensure your assets pass on to heirs according to your last wishes. Without a Will, for example, your loved ones would have to go through a lengthy process through the Courts to administer your assets according to law. You should contact an attorney to look into what options are the best fit for your uniq

Q. I want to report someone to CPS because of some things I've seen .I do not want her to know I called CPS on her.

February 6, 2020

A: If you suspect or know that a child is being abused or neglected, you should report it as soon as possible. You may call 1-800-252-5400 and tell them right away that you want to remain anonymous. Please know that, even if you tell them your name, Child Protective Services (CPS) keeps the name of the person making the report confidential. On the flip-side, anyone who does not report suspected abuse can be held criminally liable for the omission. If you have any questions regarding this issue, there are many lawyers that handle both criminal and child abuse cases, like myself, that would be glad to offer you advice or a consultation.

Q. can I get a non disclosure agreement?

May 9, 2019

A: You may petition for an order of non-disclosure to seal records of an arrest and its corresponding judicial process that resulted in you being placed in deferred adjudication probation (community supervision). If you completed the probation successfully, and after the requisite statutory waiting period has been satisfied, then you may petition for an order of non-disclosure. An order of non-disclosure does not destroy the records, but rather secures them under seal to prevent the public and private agencies from discovering these records. Nonetheless, the records continue to be available to both state and federal law enforcement agencies, as well other government administrative state and federal agencies. You should contact an attorney to discuss your situation and check if you qualify to file for an order of non-disclosure. ... Read More