Smithville Family Lawyers

Attorney Weaver earned her law degree from Texas Tech Law School in 1991. As a long-time resident of Killeen, she has many roots in the community and has earned a reputation for being a relentless advocate for her clients. Inside and outside of the courtroom, she works hard to protect the best interests of her clients in a variety of cases such as personal injury, family law, military family law, and estate planning. Attorney Weaver is also a certified mediator. She remains up-to-date on the latest legal strategies in order to better serve her clients.

Samantha is a dedicated family law attorney with a diverse background in the law and a heart for helping families navigate their legal challenges. A Texas native, Samantha began her legal career in legal services where she handled family law cases in the Rio Grande Valley along the Texas-Mexico border. This experience enabled Samantha to develop as a strong advocate and client-centered attorney. Prior to specializing in family law, Samantha worked in civil litigation and policy initiatives spanning immigrants' rights, employment, education, voting rights, housing, and estate planning. This diverse experience uniquely equips Samantha to approach family law cases with a...

Liana was born and raised in the Houston area. She graduated from Drexel University Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration before attending New York University School of Law where she obtained her Juris Doctorate degree. Prior to joining Hunt Law firm, Liana was a family law attorney with Texas Riogrande Legal Aid. She has a passion for utilizing her skills inside and outside the courtroom to help her clients and their families achieve justice. Liana has experience in many facets of Family Law including divorce, child custody, child support, property division, visitation enforcement, spousal support (alimony) and...

I have a Bachelor’s degree from Florida State University and a Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law. I am licensed to represent clients in all Texas State Courts and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. I am an esteemed member of various legal associations, including the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Family Law Foundation. My exceptional skills have earned me recognition as a Top Family Lawyer by Scene in S.A. in both 2020 and 2022. While Family Law is my primary focus, my knowledge extends to Estate Planning,...

JASON J. JAKOB, ESQ. Mr. Jakob is a Co-Founder and Senior Partner of Diaz Jakob, LLC. His practice is focused on business and corporate litigation, commercial transactions, constitutional law, family law and civil litigation. Mr. Jakob received his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from University of Houston Law Center, and his Bachelor's degree from University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas in Political Science, Magna Cum Laude. After attending law school he served as a General Counsel of Core Funding Group, L.P., until starting his own law firm in 2006. As General Counsel, Mr. Jakob managed the legal department of the company....

Born and raised in the Westside of San Antonio, Ray quickly learned the value of hard work and dedication. It didn’t take long for Ray to realize that a person’s situation in life could cause them to be taken advantage by those in a more advantageous position. Since then, Ray has dedicated himself to fighting against the big insurance companies, governmental agencies, or anyone trying to take advantage of his clients.
Ray graduated from John F. Kennedy High School and successfully completed the schools Math and Science Academy program. After graduating from John F. Kennedy, Ray attended San Antonio College...

Shandon Phan is Founder and Managing Attorney of the Shandon Phan Law Firm, which represents and counsels individuals, families, and small businesses in the areas of business law, family law, criminal defense, and immigration. Attorney Phan is one of the few Vietnamese attorneys working on the BP Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico, representing a large group of individuals and businesses affected. During law school, he was twice selected for Moot Court and served on the Moot Court Executive Board, as Litigation Fellow, International Law Student Fellow, President of Asian Pacific American Law Student Association, and...

David is a family law attorney who believes it is critical to equip his clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to achieve their goals. He understands that family matters can be emotional and stressful, so he utilizes his knowledge to help guide his clients through this difficult time. David is passionate about family law, and delivers responsive, quality representation for his clients both inside and outside the courtroom. David was born and raised in Houston, Texas and attended Texas A&M in College Station. After college, David began his journey in law at Rice University, receiving his paralegal certificate. He worked...

Jessica puts her clients first and aggressively protects their interests in a professional and efficient manner. Jessica is an experienced litigator who utilizes her negotiation skills and courtroom experience to secure the best possible outcome for the families she represents.

Prior to joining the Hunt Law Firm, Jessica served as a prosecutor at the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office in San Antonio. She gained invaluable trial experience and has successfully obtained guilty verdicts in a number of child sexual abuse trials as well as a murder trial. Jessica had the privilege of fighting for the men, women, and children who were...

Kyle's practice focuses on representing clients before courts and administrative agencies in immigration and criminal law matters. Kyle is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law.

I have twenty-seven years of practice in litigation in various areas of the law including business, family and divorce, probate, real estate and creditor's rights. I also handle transactional matters including small estate drafting, real estate and contracts. I am the attorney for the Seguin Economic Development Corporation, handling all economic development matters for the City of Seguin. I was the Seguin City Attorney for 9 years.

I have a B.A. in History from UT Austin, a J.D. from the University of Houston and a Masters of Public Affairs from the LBJ School of Public Affairs at UT Austin. I have...

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Chris Harris was born in El Paso, Texas, but moved to the central Texas area as a young child and has lived here since. While being homeschooled, Chris was able to pursue specific interests in law classes. Upon graduation from high school, he attended Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas. During his time at Howard Payne he won numerous awards individually and as a partnership in Moot Court competitions held at various Texas law schools. Chris graduated with a degree in political science with a pre-law focus. Having visited Baylor School of Law during Moot...

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I have 46 years of professional experience. I am currently a shareholder with Langley & Banack, Inc., and practice primarily in the areas of family, probate, wills, and real estate and commercial litigation law in South and Central Texas. I was licensed by the State Bar of Texas in 1979 and am admitted to practice in the Federal Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals of the United States, and the Supreme Court of the United States. I...

Practicing in San Antonio, Texas for 40 years. I enjoy helping people with their legal needs in Family Law, divorces, custody cases, collaborative law, along with an emphasis on bankruptcy, probate, and criminal work.

Prior to becoming licensed in 1997, I was employed in law enforcement. I served 23 years in the USAF, first as an enlisted member in law enforcement and then as an officer in the Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG), where I served almost exclusively as a criminal defense attorney. Following my retirement in 2008, I continued practicing in the private sector. My prior military experience gives me the ability to identify with military members and the unique issues they face in family and criminal law. I have lived in the Schertz area since 2001, and am...

Ms. Miller attended Texas A&M University for her undergraduate degree in Sociology before beginning her studies at St. Mary’s University School of Law, where she graduated at the top of her class receiving her Juris Doctorate. While attending St. Mary’s School of Law, Ms. Miller participated in both external and internal advocacy programs, excelling in both, finishing in the quarter finals or higher in nearly all competitions. She was also a Staff Writer for Issue 16 of The Scholar: St. Mary’s Law Review on Race and Social Issues, eventually getting published in a Medical Encyclopedia on the various legal...

When you call me, you have a serious legal issue that a court will soon be taking action on, and at a time like this you need a courtroom advocate who will get the job done. When your fate lies in another's hands, you want your advocate to have the facts, the law, and the confidence to get the best possible results under the circumstances.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues? I believe that one of my roles as an attorney is to educate my clients about their case. For clients to make decisions about their lives, they need to understand the legal issues in their lawsuits. They need to know what their rights are, what their options are, and what different things to expect both during the process of the lawsuit and as possible outcomes. It is my job to discuss these matters with my clients and to educate them. Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?...

In 1995, Mack founded Travers & Travers in Katy, Texas following a successful career in civil litigation at Dunn, Kacal, Adams, Pappas & Law where he practiced insurance defense litigation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, Mack was a claims manager for USF&G Insurance Company. Mack handles divorce and complex family law matters, included contested and uncontested litigation in Katy, Texas and throughout the state. As a retired member of the United States Air Force, Mack’s discipline and integrity are apparent in each case he litigates for his clients. Education: B.A., Industrial Relations, Rockhurst University, Kansas City, Missouri, 1972...

In 1995, Sherrie founded Travers & Travers in Katy, Texas following a successful teaching career. Sherrie is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She specializes in complex family law matters, including issues of divorce, property characterization, child support, and issues involving children. Sherrie is also an experienced mediator and collaborative law facilitator. Board Certification: Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 1996 to present Education: B.S., Mathematics, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas, 1968 Summa Cum Laude M.S., Mathematics, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas, 1969 Magna Cum Laude B.S.,...

Atonya McClain is an attorney with her principal office in Katy, Texas. Her practice focuses on Immigration law, Criminal Defense law, and Family law. Ms. McClain has focused her practice of law in areas that she loves. She enjoys helping members of our community every day with the following: Immigration Law: Family-Based Petitions: Green Cards, Visas, Citizenship, Naturalization, Fiancé Visas, Adjustment of Status, Affidavits of Support, Waiver Applications, Removal of Conditions of Residency, Green Card Renewals, Visa Renewals, Nonimmigrant Visas (V, B1/B2, J, F, M) Criminal Defense Law (State and Federal): Assault, Drugs, Theft, Weapons Possession, Harassment, Prostitution, Credit or Debit Card Abuse,...