New Baden Family Lawyers

Georgia Barker was born in Corpus Christi, Texas and has lived in Houston for most of her life. She attended the University of Texas at Austin and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration. In her graduating class at UT Austin, there were 101 men and only 3 women. Ms. Barker earned a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Tulsa, College of Law and was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. She was admitted to the Oklahoma State Bar and the following year admitted to the Texas State Bar. She is also admitted to practice in the United...

I am a long-time Texas resident and law is not my first career, but it is my passion. I served on active duty as an Engineer Officer. After separating from the Army, I worked in the civilian sector, but wanted to serve again. I now serve people as an attorney.

I have life experience to supplement my knowledge of the law. I am ready to assist you with estate planning, probate, financial analysis, wills, guardianship, divorce, and child custody.

I represent clients across all facets of family law. My practice encompasses a broad range of experience in both negotiating and litigating matters such as divorce, contested child custody, division of high net worth assets, visitation rights, geographical restrictions, as well as spousal and child support. I also manage prenuptial agreements, along with modification and enforcement actions. Additionally, I handle issues related to paternity, support, and custody of non-marital children. I am a detail-oriented negotiator who firmly believes that most family matters should be resolved swiftly and outside of court. However, I recognize that certain situations and complexities necessitate decisive action...

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Justin M. Jackson is a native Texan, spending his early childhood in Edinburg, Texas and later graduating from Round Rock High School.

Mr. Jackson received his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and obtained his law degree from St. Mary’s Law School, graduating magna cum laude (top 3% of his class).

While in law school, he was a member of the Law Review and interned with the Hon. Judge Emilio Garza of the Federal 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.

A criminal defense attorney as tough as Texas, Andrea Kolski has been called a "pitbull in the courtroom". With over two decades of trial experience, Andrea has been on both sides of the bench working as a prosecutor for the Harris County District Attorney before launching her first criminal defense practice in 2006. Andrea's passion for the law and relentless pursuit of justice has earned her the respect of her peers and clients in need of exceptional legal representation. Andrea was elected to serve as the President of the Montgomery County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and has...

Katherine "Kate" Bihm (formerly Katherine Shipman) has spent the last decade representing clients in criminal and family litigation. She has represented clients at all levels of the criminal justice system, from traffic tickets to murder, in more than a dozen Texas Counties. Kate has also represented hundreds of clients in family cases involving child custody, divorce, child support disputes, and adoption. Kate's no-nonsense style, coupled with her compassion and care for her clients has helped her develop a reputation for doling out practical, relevant advice that is personally tailored to each client's needs. Kate's reputation as...

Barrett Thomas is a family law and criminal law attorney in Waco, Texas. He practices with his partner, Kristy Blanchard, in courthouses across Texas. They have offices in Dallas, Waco, Temple, and Abilene. Barrett is a former police officer and assistant district attorney. He honed his skills as a litigator in the criminal courts. He has a knack for finding the truth, even when it has been intentionally concealed. He uses his investigative prowess to benefit his clients and see that they have the advantage in both settlement negotiations and trial. He is a past president of...

Attorney Janet McCullar is a highly experienced Austin divorce attorney. Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1998, she has the expert knowledge needed to resolve even the most complex divorce matters. We at the Law Office of Janet McCullar, P.C. are proud to be led by an attorney of her caliber. With a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating, which is a perfect score, she has a reputation for going above and beyond to exceed the expectations of the men and women she represents. Her efforts to provide high-quality services have not gone unnoticed. She...

Protect yourself and your family with over 40 years of experience in and out of the courtroom. At Steven R. Guy & Associates PLLC, you will get a team dedicated to listening to your needs and achieving your goals. From family law to personal injury law and estate planning, our team is here to help. Steven R. Guy is board-certified in Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has also been recognized as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Additionally, Martindale-Hubbell has rated him AV for preeminent legal...

Originally from Louisiana, Kimberly graduated cum laude from Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Before achieving her Juris Doctor Degree, she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, summa cum laude at Southern University, gaining the title of Student Marshall and the highest ranking graduate. Kimberly was accepted to the Texas State Bar in 2008. She is dedicated to helping her clients through the difficult time of divorce and/ or custody disputes and it is her goal to make this process a bit easier for them by letting them know their case is in the right hands. When Kimberly...

Cindy Diggs has practiced law for over 25 years in Houston and the surrounding areas. She is a specialist in all types of family law and divorce cases. Ms. Diggs earned her juris doctorate from The University of Texas School of Law in 1984, where she was an Associate Editor of the Texas Law Review and a member of the Order of the Barristers. She also represented the university as a member of its National Moot Court Team and National Mock Trial Team. In addition, Cindy is a founding member and served on the Advisory Board of the Houston Urban...

Kris Algert is one of the most experienced Collaborative Family Lawyers in Austin and has been named Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for Collaborative Law in the Austin area in 2013, 2016, 2018, and 2020. She is a Master Credentialed Collaborative Professional by Collaborative Divorce Texas, is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and is known for her constructive and respectful problem-solving approach to helping clients move forward with confidence after divorce.

In 2005, Jeffrey Peek focused his work to Immigration and Criminal Defense. He was the first attorney in Austin, to practice both Criminal Law and Immigration Law.

Jeffrey is a third generation trial lawyer who brings diverse experiences and a unique perspective to complex legal issues. He leads Cofer & Connelly’s civil litigation practice with a focus on Family Law and Personal Injury cases.  Jeffrey begins each case with amicable diplomacy, but understands the litmus test of a great lawyer is trial skill – no settlement, dismissal, or successful case resolution is possible unless the other side knows you are prepared to take a case to trial, and win it.  With this understanding in mind, Jeffrey has successfully tried cases to a jury in multiple states,...

Bri is a licensed attorney in both the states of Tennessee and Texas, practicing family law. She is a Houston native who graduated from Baylor University, in Waco, Texas, and Belmont University College of Law, in Nashville, Tennessee. Bri practices at Hunt Law Firm, P.L.L.C. in Katy, Texas. Prior to joining the firm, Bri served as a Law Clerk and Associate Attorney for a family law firm in Greater Houston. Bri is a compassionate listener, taking the time necessary to discuss her client’s needs. Bri has the ability to connect with clients on a personal level while educating her clients about...

Siomara ("Sio") Ramirez Pitre is an experienced litigator with several years of experience both in the courtroom and in negotiating good and fair settlements for her clients. Sio grew up in California, and attended college there. She attended law school in Houston, and is proud to call the Houston area home. Sio handles all types of family law, including child support, modifications of support and visitation, and adoption. She is also a trained Texas Family Law Mediator. Sio is fluent in Spanish.

Experienced and recognized Austin attorney James (“Jimmy”) Evans has practiced law since 1995, and since 2010 has been Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. At his law firm, Evans Family Law Group, Jimmy handles a full range of family law cases, including divorce, agreed and uncontested divorce, divorce and custody litigation, child custody, child support, adoption, mediation and collaborative law, and grandparents’ rights (to name a few). For Jimmy, the preparation, pains, and persistence that each case demands of him is small when compared to the reward: a legal outcome that, with a minimum...

I represent clients in Criminal Law and Family Law matters in Conroe, Montgomery County, Texas and throughout Texas. I defend in DWI, Criminal Defense, and Appeals. Additionally, I represent clients in family law proceedings such as Divorce, Child Custody, Adoption, and CPS cases. I have extensive experience representing clients in parole revocation hearings as well. Feel free to call my office to schedule a consultation or make an appointment. Yo hablo Espanol. Se usted necesita un abogado, yo puedo ayudar. Eu falo Portugues. Si voce precisa um avogado, eu posso ajudar.

Morgan Bourque is the founding attorney of Morgan Bourque Attorney at Law. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Baylor University and a Juris Doctor (JD) from Samford University’s Cumberland School of law and South Texas College of Law.
Morgan has spent time as a prosecutor the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office and the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, and worked for the Department of Justice, United State’s Attorney’s Office, and Southern District of Texas. Since starting his own firm with his father Gerald Bourque, he has helped thousands of clients facing criminal, family law, and personal injury matters in The Woodlands...

Novert Morales is the founding partner of Morales Law Office, Attorneys at Law, PLLC.. formally Morales & Navarrete, Attorneys at Law, PLLC. Morales Law Office has law offices in Austin, Midland, and Georgetown, Texas.

Novert Morales practices primarily in the areas of Criminal Law, Personal Injury, and in Federal Court. Novert Morales is the past Chair of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He is also a former Director with the Texas Young Lawyer Association and a former member of the Bar Leadership Committee and the Hispanic Issue Section of the...

Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Immigration Attorneys for Conroe, The Woodlands, and surrounding Houston areas.

The firm of Duckworth & Ray, L.L.P. is on your side. We have been standing up for the rights of people charged with crimes in Montgomery County, Texas, and surrounding counties since 1998.

We will fight to protect your freedom and your good name. We have experience in handling all types of criminal cases and our results have earned us a good reputation with our clients, prosecutors, courts, and other defense attorneys.

Corey founded The Ferguson Law Firm in 2002. While in law school, he clerked at a prestigious Houston law firm, as well as for the Hon. K. Michael Mayes in the 410th District Court of Montgomery County, Texas. After graduating early and at the top of his law school class, he worked as a trial attorney at the Houston law firm of Lapin & Landa, L.L.P. He has also served in the civil litigation division of the Montgomery County Attorney's Office as an assistant county attorney. He has successfully tried and arbitrated many cases on behalf of individuals, corporations,...

Jonathan Tanaka is an attorney at the Law Office of Jonathan Tanaka, PLLC where his practice primarily consists of representing clients in family law matters. Jonathan grew up in Washington State and met his wife here in Texas where he currently resides. When he is not working, he enjoys a good game of soccer or volleyball, exploring the outdoors, and photography. He graduated from Liberty University School of Law. During law school, he competed on the Moot Court team. Jonathan has been recognized on the 2023 Texas Rising Stars list compiled by Super Lawyers. This peer designation is awarded only...

Savannah has over 15 years representing clients in and out of the courtroom. She has handled cases in both state and federal court. Savannah is experienced in contract negotiation, mediations, bench trials, and jury trials.

Jim Dunnam is a Board Certified Specialist in both Civil Trial Law and Family Law. Jim was born and has spent his entire life in Waco. He graduated from Baylor University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and from Baylor Law School in 1987 with a Juris Doctor degree. Since being licensed to practice law in 1988, Jim has worked as a member of Dunnam & Dunnam, where he is a partner. Jim was named Young Lawyer of the Year by Baylor University in 2001. Among other positions, Jim has served on...

Carolyn H Young has been a Divorce Attorney and Family Law sole practitioner in central Texas for more than twenty-four years. While delivering highly competent, diligent, and ethical representation, Carolyn provides the personal attention required to meet each client’s individual needs and concerns. Her goal is to offer comfortable access to her clients during a difficult time while ensuring they receive dependable and honorable legal counsel.

Carolyn grew up in Midland, Texas and received her undergraduate degree from Washington & Lee University. Carolyn was accepted into the first class of coeds to attend Washington & Lee University in almost 240 years....

Let the professionals at The Filis Law Firm work with you to properly plan for the life events of a loved one with a disability. Owner, Leona E. Filis, is an attorney, licensed in Texas in 2002, who is also a mother of a child diagnosed with autism. "After receiving the confirmation that my son is on the Autism Spectrum, I made many new friends with other parents of children with disabilities. Over the years we had many conversations, and I naturally focused on legal topics. It become more and more apparent that many legal documents and court filings of...

Heather M. Bachman is a Board-Certified Family Law attorney committed to resolving family issues through collaboration and mediation. Guided by the principle that family relationships should be preserved and protected during crises, Heather prioritizes out-of-court settlements, using the courtroom as a last resort. Her extensive experience includes divorce, child support, visitation rights, enforcement of visitation and child support, collaborative law, and mediation. With a compassionate approach and thorough understanding of the law, Heather offers clients expert legal advice aimed at educating them about legal procedures, exploring solutions, encouraging settlements, maintaining reasonable fees, and protecting their rights when litigation becomes necessary. Her...

Scott Morgan is a board certified Texas family law attorney who has represented clients in divorce and family law cases since 1994.

Regarded as an elite family law litigator, Jake represents clients throughout the State of Texas in complex marital property division and custody disputes. Although most of his cases resolve amicably, Jake excels at trying cases to juries, judges, and arbitrators, and is known for his skill in the courtroom. Jake practices exclusively in the area of family law and is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Jake has received the Client’s Choice Award in Family Law from Avvo.com and is rated a 10.0 superb lawyer by the website. Jake frequently speaks on family...

Mr. Brashear's legal career began with a tour aboard the U.S.S. Philippine Sea (CG58). While aboard this U.S. Naval vessel, he defended the United States while visiting and taking in the cultural values of many other countries such as Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Germany, Spain, Italy and Greece. After completing his tour aboard U.S.S. Philippine Sea (CG58), Mr. Brashear had the pleasure of working with the Navy Legal Service Office Southeast Jacksonville, Florida; where he processed claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act. While in Jacksonville, he was also stationed with the Trial Service Office Southeast where he...

Angelica is driven to help families navigate difficult journeys, make sound decisions and successfully transition into the next phase of their lives. Her clients include millennials, professionals and their spouses, who value a constructive and intelligent approach to family law. Anglica was named a 2022 Top Attorney in Austin by Austin Monthly, and a 2023 “Ones to Watch” by Best Lawyers in America© in Family Law. Angelica is a past member of the 2019-2020 State Bar of Texas Leadership Class and is a member of the Diversity in the Profession Committee of the State Bar of Texas. She speaks fluent...

Margaret is a family law attorney, passionate about helping her clients shape their future. She understands that when someone hires an attorney, it can be a daunting and emotional experience. Margaret takes the time to explain the process, listen to the client, and then guides them in finding the best possible outcome. As a trained mediator, Margaret has successfully used her powerful negotiation skills to reach strong resolutions outside the courtroom. Mindful that a settlement outside of trial is not always possible, she has experience zealously advocating for her clients in the courtroom to achieve the desired results.

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Starting his legal career in 1987 in Mississippi, Kyle A. Pinkerton has been licensed in Texas since 1989. Throughout his career, he has handled a wide variety of cases, including family law, criminal law, personal injury from both the plaintiff and defense side, and other civil litigation matters. His focus throughout his career has been to represent clients in the courtroom, advocating their positions to the fullest extent. Kyle grew up in Texas City, and for much of his career has worked in the Harris, Galveston, Brazoria, Ft. Bend, and Montgomery county court systems. He is a keen observer of how...

Rukhsanda Melissa Masoom grew up in Queens, New York before finding her way to Deer Park, Texas, where she attended school. She went on to attend Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts. Melissa decided to equip herself with the tools necessary to affect social change and seek justice for those in need of help. She matriculated at New England School of Law in Boston, before returning to Houston, her true home. After law school, Melissa has amassed extensive courtroom experience, with a focus on a variety of practice areas, including family law, mass tort litigation and personal injury. She has volunteered...

Kaylee Rush grew up in rural east Texas and attended undergraduate university at the University of Texas at Arlington before settling in Houston, where she attended law school at South Texas College of Law Houston. While in law school, Kaylee earned multiple academic honors including the Dean's Merit scholarship and several CALI awards and participated in the Randall O. Sorrels Legal Clinics. Kaylee also completed a 2-year state district family court clerkship as a law student. Prior to law school, Kaylee discovered her passion for serving her community as a reporter for a small local newspaper, finding that the media we...

J. Reid Perry, Attorney at Law, has been providing legal representation services for over 17 years as a solo practitioner. Serving Northwest Houston/Harris County, Montgomery County and Waller County; Reid is dedicated to helping his neighbors find solutions to their legal matters, whether this includes informal or formal mediation, a collaborative approach, or litigation. Reid's number one goal is to provide high-quality affordable legal representation while treating all his clients with dignity and respect. Reid believes most of his clients are best served by finding collaborative solutions to their family law issues, but is willing and able to...

Patricia Brown has been practicing family law since 1997 in Williamson and Travis counties, with an emphasis on people and families, focusing principally on family law and divorce. Ms. Brown is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Both her paralegals are also Board Certified in Family Law. Having gone through a divorce, and raising 2 children as a single mother, Ms. Brown founded the firm based on her personal philosophy: genuine empathy and compassion for men and women seeking help. She focuses on understanding each client's individual needs, and has the...

Bob Kalish grew up on Long Island, New York. After earning a B.A. in Psychology, he moved to Texas to continue his education. He obtained a Master's degree in Psychology and worked as Director of behavioral unit in a state program for persons with disabilities. He is a graduate of South Texas College of Law. He founded the Kalish Law Firm in The Woodlands, Texas in 1984. Bob practices in the areas of family law, divorce, complex assets division, estate planning, business law and real estate. Bob and his firm are dedicated to making the legal process understandable and providing...