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Carolyn Dove
Arlington, TX Business Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
Southern Methodist University
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Thomas P. Finley Jr.
Dallas, TX Business Law Attorney with 38 years of experience
(214) 720-0101
Offices at Turtle Creek Village
3838 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 1000
Dallas, TX 75219
Business, Insurance Claims, Insurance Defense and Real Estate
Baylor Law School
Thomas P Finley, Jr. Attorney at Law is a lawyer in Texas focusing on business law including formation, contracts and litigation.
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Sasha Begum
San Antonio, TX Business Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Business and International
American University Washington College of Law
Sasha Begum is an insightful and dedicated attorney and advocate.
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Jonathan L. Howell
Dallas, TX Business Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Collections
SMU Dedman School of Law
Jonathan L. Howell has actively represented clients in Texas and throughout the United States in multiple facets of litigation and bankruptcy, as well as a variety of transactional matters, including business and asset acquisitions, preparation and renegotiation of lending and credit agreements, contract disputes, real property disputes, debt restructurings, partnership disputes, and business dissolutions. Mr. Howell has received multiple awards and recognition from his peers for his work in bankruptcy and litigation matters.
Mr. Howell has represented a broad spectrum of clients, ranging from local entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Howell's clients have included business owners, directors, officers,...
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Yolanda Castro-Dominguez
Irving, TX Business Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Business, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Texas A&M University School of Law
It is often said that there is no time like the present. This could not be truer than when considering to prepare an estate plan. Doing so will it put your mind at ease by taking care of your family and loved ones. And it ensures your estate is distributed and protected according to your desires. Whether you need a Will, Trust, or Power of Attorney, Yolanda offers a variety of estate plans to suit your needs for the benefit of your loved ones.
Yolanda Castro-Dominguez is a native Texan who grew up in Irving, Texas. Her passion for helping others...
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William B. "Bill" Gammon
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Foreclosure Defense and Personal Injury
William B. “Bill” Gammon was born in Virginia and moved to Texas as a young child when his father went to work for NASA. He attended High School in Clear Lake, Houston and then came to Austin during the 1960’s to complete his under graduate degree at The University of Texas. He ran several successful small businesses both in Austin and in Houston before deciding to attend Law School. He attended UT Law School in Austin and holds the record there for the fastest graduating student. He completed Law School in just twenty two months.
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Barry Deacon
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
A practicing trial attorney for over 40 years, Barry Deacon brings a unique perspective to his personal injury and business litigation cases. He has tried lawsuits as counsel for both plaintiffs and defendants, which has given him the insights and experience needed to protect his clients’ interests and anticipate the other side’s legal strategies.
Attorney Deacon has also jointly represented thousands of corn farmers from multiple states against a global biotech company that allowed an unapproved genetically modified corn seed trait to be introduced into a foreign market resulting in US corn exports to that country being rejected and turned away....
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Samuel Collier Wilson
Austin, TX Business Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
1401 Lavaca Street
Suite 41709
Austin, TX 78701
Free ConsultationBusiness and IP
The George Washington University Law School
My law practice resides at the intersection of corporate finance, business law, and technology/IP. I serve as private counsel, advising clients about business strategy & financial opportunities.
I frequently sit at the right-hand of company founders, CEOs and investors. My approach is bespoke - requiring me to help clients navigate specific legal issues in the moment while remaining mindful of the broader business landscape.
I hold myself to a professional standard, centered around: attention detail, candid advice & running my law firm efficiently.
In short, I solve difficult important problems with high-stakes outcomes.
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Lance Caughfield
Dallas, TX Business Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Appeals, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
University of Texas - Austin
An appellate specialist with a broad base of experience on both sides of the bar, Lance handles matters in State and Federal courts at both the trial and appellate level, including business litigation, insurance coverage, personal injury and complex litigation matters.
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J.C. Bailey III
Houston, TX Business Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Probate
J.C. was admitted to the bar and to practice before the United States District Court, Northern District of Texas in 1988. He received his undergraduate degree from Abilene Christian University and his law degree from the Baylor University School of Law. J.C. is a member of the Order of Barristers, the State Bar of Texas, and the Tarrant County Bar Association. A frequent speaker on a wide array of subjects, he enjoys making presentations for professional groups, businesses, churches and schools. Addressing challenges in a constructive and professional manner is the highest priority of Mr. Bailey’s practice. J.C. has...
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Aman U. Khan
Plano, TX Business Law Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Business, Immigration and Real Estate
Aman is a U.S. licensed immigration attorney based in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and serves clients worldwide.
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Tyler George
Austin, TX Business Law Lawyer with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Construction, Elder and Estate Planning
Emory University School of Law
Tyler George’s practice involves representing both individuals and corporate clients in a range of legal matters including, Business Transactions, Estate Planning, Public Finance and Real Estate.
Prior to joining Naman Howell, Tyler served as a Judge Advocate in the United States Air Force, representing the Air Force in civil and criminal matters.
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Ashley Applewhite
Austin, TX Business Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationBusiness, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
South Texas College of Law
Ashley obtained her Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas, in 2007, where she was a member of the school's Moot Court Team. She earned her bachelor's degree in International Studies with minors in Journalism and History from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas in 2004.
Ashley is an experienced litigator with 15+ years of experience in a wide array of litigation matters, including insurance coverage disputes, construction defect issues, products and premises liability claims, personal injury automobile and pedestrian accidents, and Deceptive Trade Practices Act claims. She has defended nationally-known rideshare companies, homeowners and personal...
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James Michael Richardson
Austin, TX Business Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Business, Construction, Probate and Real Estate
University of Tulsa College of Law
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I have decades of experience in handling significant lawsuits for businesses and individuals, including high-stakes disputes regarding extremely important contracts, real estate holdings, trusts, and probate matters. My experience also includes handling cases involving intentional fraud and breach of fiduciary duty. I have also successfully tried or settled numerous significant disputes over construction defects and contractor performance. Many of my clients have prosecuted affirmative claims, while other clients have requested help in defending against claims brought against them.
My practice began with an international law firm in Houston where I...
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Sarah Jane Kelly
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Consumer and Trademarks
University of Houston - Main Campus
My goal is make sure all individuals with legal problems have access to the legal help they need. I offer individuals straight-forward, flat-rate billing options at prices they can afford. No more surprise bills at the end of your representation. If you have a serious legal problem and are worried about having the funds to get help, let me work with you. We can arrange something to make us both happy.
I am not your typical attorney. My journey to the legal field was a strange one. After studying biochemistry and gene therapy, I decided the lab environment wasn't...
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Angela M. Hahn
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Business, Construction, Insurance Defense and Products Liability
The University of Texas School of Law
Angela M. Hahn manages the Austin office of Doyen Sebesta & Poelma, LLLP. With ten years of Mock Trial experience, Ms. Hahn tried more cases before graduating from law school, than most lawyers do in a lifetime. Now, with fifteen years of real-world experience as a practicing civil trial lawyer, she regularly handles matters involving construction defects, product liability, contract disputes, property damage and general negligence claims. Ms. Hahn focuses on large-loss insurance subrogation claims and has developed a passion for lightning-induced fire losses, especially those involving Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) or Radiant Barriers.
Beyond prosecuting property damage cases, Ms....
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Shahzad R Khan
Richardson, TX Business Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(972) 961-3095
701 N. Central Expressway
Building # 2
Richardson, TX 75080
Business, Estate Planning, Family and Immigration
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Shahzad R. Khan is an accomplished attorney/litigator. He has over ten-years of experience in the practice of law in Immigration, domestic relations, estate planning, and corporate matters. He is experienced in civil litigation and an author of several published articles on family law issues. Over the course of his career, Shahzad has honed his highly strategic legal skills by successfully litigating and settling numerous cases involving family law issues in Texas and Illinois.
Moreover, Shahzad is well experienced and versed in the areas of Employment and Family Based Immigration. He has prepared and overseen the preparation of...
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Austin Smith
Dallas, TX Business Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Business, Antitrust, Arbitration & Mediation and IP
Texas Tech University School of Law
Austin Smith focuses his practice on litigation and dispute resolution. Austin has experience in handling a wide variety of matters in state and federal court, involving complex commercial and business disputes, fraud, personal injury, and criminal matters including white collar crime. From 2017 to 2018, Austin was honored to serve as a law clerk to the Honorable Judge Amos L. Mazzant in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. With Austin has been consistently selected by BestLawyers as “One to Watch” (2020-2022) and Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2021-2022) - a recognition that only 2.5%...
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Timothy Robert Reilley
Dallas, TX Business Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Texas Tech University School of Law
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Murray Bristol
Dallas, TX Business Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Collections, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
University of Tulsa College of Law and Southern Methodist University
Murray L. Bristol started this firm in order to provide quality representation for individuals and families for serious injuries and legal issues that they have suffered. Bristol previously prosecuted felonies as an Assistant District Attorney for the El Paso County District Attorney's office.
After leaving the District Attorney's Office, Bristol worked for a prominent law firm with offices in Dallas and Tulsa. One of the former partners of this firm became Governor of Oklahoma. While an attorney for this firm, Bristol litigated all types of cases from serious injury and death cases involving multi-state liability against national corporations to car...
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Peyton Jameson Healey
Dallas, TX Business Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Business
Baylor Law School
Peyton is a Partner at Powers Taylor, LLP. He joined the firm in 2008 after working for a preeminent intellectual property litigation firm in Dallas, Texas. A graduate of Baylor University School of Law and Baylor University, Peyton’s practice focuses on commercial litigation, complex business disputes, and appeals. He has experience handling a wide range of cases related to commercial contracts and investor disputes. Peyton has successfully represented clients before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and before the Dallas Court of Appeals. Peyton is admitted to practice before the Federal Circuit Court of...
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Derek K. Prosser
Dallas, TX Business Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Bankruptcy and Estate Planning
University of Houston Law Center
I am an attorney who specializes primarily in the area of bankruptcy law.
I represent debtors in all aspects of chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy, as well as debtors-in-possession in chapters 11 and 12. I have substantial experience representing Chapter 7 trustees in adversary proceedings as counsel for the bankruptcy estate, and have also represented creditors in non-dischargeability actions. In addition to my bankruptcy practice, I advise clients on matters related to civil litigation, debt negotiation, real estate and insolvency.
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Joshua Iacuone
Dallas, TX Business Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
(214) 432-1536
4925 Greenville Ave
Energy Square One #700
Dallas, TX 75206
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Employment
SMU Dedman School of Law
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James Brantley Saunders
McKinney, TX Business Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Brantley Saunders is a business and real estate attorney in McKinney, TX, specializing in general business advice and litigation, who has been helping individuals and businesses solve legal issues for over 20 years. His experience in over 25 jury trials helps focus his clients on the important issues to attack. It also allows him to see the issues in advance for business planning and avoiding litigation when possible. Setting out a plan for success in litigation or transactional work is his bread and butter. Real estate, business entities, insurance, personal injury and mediation are his primary areas of focus.
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George Edward Crumley
Allen, TX Business Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
(972) 359-1207
1420 W. Exchange Pkwy, Suite 180
Glendover Building C
Allen, TX 75013
Business, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Chosen by peers as one of the Top 100 lawyers in the entire Dallas/Fort Worth region according to SuperLawyers magazine.
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Mr. Monty Jon Buhrow
Hurst, TX Business Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
Business, Construction, Consumer and Insurance Claims
Texas A&M University School of Law
Admissions
Supreme Court of Texas
Northern District of Texas
Eastern District of Texas
Western District of Oklahoma
United States Supreme Court
Education
J.D., Texas A&M School of Law, formerly Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, 2003
B.A., University of Northern Iowa, 1996
Certified Mediator
Memberships
State Bar of Texas
Tarrant County Bar Association
Tarrant County Trial Lawyers Association
Dallas Trial Lawyers Association
Tarrant County Trial Lawyers Association
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
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Industry Associations
Apartment Association of Tarrant County
Texas Apartment Association
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Experience
Before opening the firm in 2004, Monty was associated with small plaintiff-oriented law firms in the North Dallas area. The vast majority of his legal career has been spent representing individuals and small business...
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Thomas Joseph O'Meara Jr.
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 47 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness and Estate Planning
The University of Texas School of Law
I have been practicing law in Austin since 1977. After many years of a litigation-focused practice I have changed that focus to Estate Planning and Probate. I am no longer maintaining a downtown office, so I frequently meet at clients’ homes or offices or at other places convenient for the client. I am able to offer services for much less than I did in the past. I hope that my clients will continue to consult me about the important issues in their lives. If I unable to personally assist them I will recommend appropriate professionals.
Tom is married since 1971 to...
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Mr. Ali A. Akhtar
Austin, TX Business Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(512) 879-1935
7500 Rialto Boulevard
Building I, Suite 250
Austin, TX 78735
Business, Consumer, IP and Personal Injury
University of Michigan Law School
I represent both individuals and businesses, in areas such as: - Personal injury (car/truck accidents, DWI, motorcycle, slip-and-fall cases, on-the-job injuries, etc.). - Businesses needing help with corporate formation, protection of intellectual property, contract review, etc. - Litigation on behalf of both businesses and consumers in all types of disputes.
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Mark T. Mansfield
Hurst, TX Business Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
1550 Norwood Drive, Suite 107
Hurst, TX 76054
Business, Consumer, IP and Probate
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
Mark has been licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas to practice in Texas state courts since November 1, 2013. Mark attended the University of North Texas in Denton, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in English Literature in August 2005. He studied law at Texas Wesleyan School of Law and graduated with his Juris Doctor in May 2013, after which the school became Texas A&M University School of Law in the fall of 2013. Mark served in the United States Army from August 2005 until July 2009. He was stationed in Germany most of that...
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Wesley Hazen
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Entertainment & Sports, Estate Planning and IP
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Attorney Wes Hazen comes from a working class family and strives to serve as a role model not only within the legal community but more importantly, his local community in South Austin. For many, the assistance of "quality" legal services is often correlated with the pedigree of an attorney, the prestige of the firm they work with, or the sheer experience a particular practitioner may possess. All fine attributes to possess, but not entirely what truly matters in the practice of law. The true measure of greatness in practicing law, I believe, boils down to three relatively simple principles.
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Cade Mayo
New Boston, TX Business Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
Cade is a lifelong resident of Bowie County, who was born and raised in New Boston. He earned his J.D. in May of 2015 from the UALR William H. Bowen School of Law, and he earned his B.S.B.A. in Finance from the University of Arkansas in 2011.
His practice is focused on probate law, wills and trusts, divorce, child custody, Social Security Disability, real property issues, and business organization law.
He works in the law office of J Michael Brock, PLLC.
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Blair Beck McCall
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 1 year of experience
Business, Appeals and Energy
University of New Hampshire School of Law
B. B. McCall is an Associate at Duggins Wren Mann & Romero, LLP in Austin, Texas, specializing in delivering strategic legal counsel with a focus on intellectual property and energy law. He previously honed his legal expertise as a law clerk at Gray Becker, P.C.
In addition to his legal practice, B. B. McCall serves as a JAG Officer in the Texas State Guard, providing legal support to the Guard’s mission, and as a Police Officer for the City of Lakeway, further demonstrating his dedication to public service.
He holds a J.D. with a focus on Intellectual Property, Technology, and Information Law...
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James Gregory Coontz
Burleson, TX Business Law Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Business, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
If you are thinking about filing for divorce, have a family law related case or need help with visitation or a child custody matter, contact our firm today, our experienced attorneys will be able to guide you through the process and will be able to handle your case. Call our firm today!
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Alex Shahrestani
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 6 years of experience
2028 E Ben White Blvd
Suite 240-7210
Austin, TX 78741
Business, Entertainment & Sports, IP and Trademarks
University of Texas - Austin
Alex Shahrestani is the managing partner of Promise Legal PLLC, a law firm dedicated to providing cutting-edge legal solutions for tech startups and emerging businesses. With a background in computer science and law, Alex specializes in intellectual property, data privacy, and startup law, leveraging his technical expertise to deliver innovative, client-focused legal strategies. A thought leader in the tech-legal space, Alex has contributed to key industry conversations through roles at SXSW, EFF-Austin, and the State Bar of Texas. At Promise Legal, he spearheads the integration of technology into legal practice, offering efficient and cost-effective solutions to empower innovators and drive...
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William F. "Bill" Bronson III
Plano, TX Business Law Attorney with 46 years of experience
Business, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Tax
Bill Bronson is a former judge. He enjoys going to battle for each client, making the most of the relief available under the IRS Code, IRS Manual, and other laws. He puts his 39 years of experience to work for each client, to present a case to the clients’ best advantage and achieve the best deal possible with the IRS. Mr. Bronson uses the Taxpayer Bill of Rights and 15 other programs to put the IRS on the defensive, with you in control and the IRS responding to your proposals, instead of the other-way-around.
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Clinton Prospere
Dallas, TX Business Law Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Business, IP, Patents and Trademarks
Roger Williams University School of Law
Clinton Prospere is a Senior Associate Attorney at Sul Lee Law Firm, specializing in litigation with a strong commitment to client satisfaction. Clint prides himself on his ability to deliver outstanding results for his clients through meticulous preparation and strategic advocacy. Combining his extensive litigation experience with a deep understanding of his clients’ needs, Clint approaches each case with a tailored strategy to ensure the best possible outcome.
Originally from Massachusetts, Clint attended Boston University for his undergraduate studies where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations. Thereafter, Clint attended Roger Williams University School of Law.
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Michael Caolo Jr
Irving, TX Business Law Attorney with 54 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Divorce and Family
Michael Caolo Jr. was educated at the University of Notre Dame with a major in Political Science and a minor in Soviet Foreign Relations. He received his Bachelor of Arts and Letters Degree. Michael Caolo Jr. was on the Dean’s Academic List and was a member of the Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society, the Texas Club and was active in student government. After being awarded an academic scholarship and attending the University of Notre Dame Law School for one year, he transferred to the University of Texas School of Law in Austin and received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence...
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Violet Nwokoye (N'Okoye)
Arlington, TX Business Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Divorce, Family and Immigration
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University and Nnamdi Zik University
Welcome to Nwokoye Law Firm. My name is Violet Nwokoye — I am an attorney, licensed psychotherapist, and a dedicated advocate for individuals, families, and small businesses throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With over 22 years of experience in the legal field and a profound understanding of the personal aspects of each case, I am here to assist you in overcoming life’s challenges with clarity, care, and confidence.
I understand that contacting a lawyer often occurs during times of stress. That’s why my approach is to listen first. I make it a priority to grasp not only the legal intricacies of...
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Keith Gamel
Austin, TX Business Law Attorney with 41 years of experience
(512) 479-0300
8310 North Capital of Texas Hwy
Suite 490
Austin, TX 78731
Free ConsultationBusiness
Attorney Keith E. Gamel runs the Austin office of Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC and practices in the area of business and corporate law. He has represented clients in the telecommunications and Internet industries, and had a hand in developing significant negotiations between industry leaders. His negotiations are built on Attorney Gamel’s commitment to finding the most beneficial, creative solutions for his clients. Attorney Gamel has been practicing law for over 30 years, lending his considerable skill and commitment to our firm. In addition, he generously donates his spare time to a number of church, school, and charity...
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William Taylor Morton III
Austin, TX Business Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Business, Construction and Real Estate
SMU Dedman School of Law
William Morton joined Pless Law Firm in 2022 as Senior Counsel with the Firm’s expansion into the Texas market. Based in the Austin office, he specializes in assisting clients with raw land and developed properties, handling due diligence matters, drafting declarations and other restrictive covenants, construction contracts, and retail and office leasing. Additionally, Bill focuses on representing clients in the acquisition and redevelopment of existing office and retail sites.
Prior to Pless Law, Bill worked in both large scale multi-disciplinary law firms and smaller boutique firms focused solely on commercial real estate. He has successfully represented developers from the acquisition stage...