Water Valley Family Lawyers

Juan R. Zamora is a leading trial attorney in McAllen and the managing partner at The Law Office of Juan R. Zamora. He has years of experience litigating complex legal cases involving personal injury lawsuits, criminal defense charges, and family law issues. Since obtaining his Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Law, Attorney Zamora has helped countless clients obtain the legal resolution they needed. His success stems from the fact that he genuinely cares about all his clients. Known as “The People’s Lawyer,” he has built a reputation for tailed attention and compassionate care. Clients can rest...

Juliann Karenko has over two decades of experience. She focuses her entire practice on family law, including in issues surrounding divorce, child custody, alimony, and other litigation matters. Mr. Karenko is a dedicated attorney who is compassionate and knowledgeable in all areas of family law. She is well-versed in how the law is interpreted and applied in many different contexts. Known for her creative solutions, she works closely with each client to find practical and unique ways to resolve a dispute. Ms. Karenko is highly respected by her colleagues and trusted by numerous clients.

I am a general practitioner. This includes criminal defense, family law, and civil disputes such as contractual conflicts, personal injury, and consumer rights causes of action.

I am Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I am a founding member of the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Family Law section. I am a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas. I am a former member of the State Bar of Texas Grievance Committee. I was selected as one of the top family law attorneys in Houston, Texas in the 2007 edition of H Texas magazine. I have been in the private practice of law in Houston, Texas since 1965. I am a...

I am a licensed attorney dedicated to family law in Harris and Fort Bend Counties. I have handled divorce, child support, paternity, suits affecting the parent-child relationship, modifications, child custody, CPS, guardianship, probate, termination and adoptions, and termination of paternal rights cases. I have been involved with over 150 family cases and have volunteered to help pro se litigants in over 200 cases, by either advising the party what to expect in court and how to prepare or handling the case pro bono. I am a single mother of 3 young men. I worked...

Mrs. Larson's practice consists of representing individuals in divorce, family law, custody cases, estate planning, and debt collector abuse cases. She also represents and advises small and family businesses in litigation, contract review and creation, creation of business entities, and general counsel role.

Focusing on the LGBT & Queer community, deborah lawson, Attorney at Law, p.l.l.c., is a boutique law firm championing the often forgotten middle class, providing answers to legal questions without getting stuck in the financially burdensome labyrinth of litigation. deborah’s mission is to offer alternatives to the costly archaic legal system that emphasizes fight over flight, equipping her clients to soar through life legally protected.

Christina Wanies-Guirgis studied government and politics at St. John’s University in New York, New York, and received her law degree from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. As a Houston native, Christina has a personal connection to the community, and her loyalty is reflected in her representation. She served as an Article and Note Editor for Currents: International Trade Law Journal, and holds memberships in several esteemed organizations, including: Texas Young Lawyers Association (TYLA) Houston Young Lawyers Association (HYLA) Houston Bar Association (HBA) State Bar of Texas

Richard Marsh graduated from Washington & Lee University in 1973 with a degree in Liberal Arts. Mr. Marsh then graduated from South Texas College of Law in 1979. He worked for 3 years as a State of Texas parole officer and then for 3 years as a Harris County probation officer before becoming a private attorney.

Julia Cradock embodies Boudreaux Hunter & Associates' guiding principal of “Helping good people through bad times.” Julia is passionate about representing family law clients in a powerful and professional way in and out of the courtroom. Willing to go the extra mile for every case and to listen to each client with compassion and empathy, she is an integral member of the Boudreaux Hunter team.

BOARD CERTIFIED FAMILY LAW BY THE TEXAS BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION

I have been licensed to practice law in Texas since 1998. I practice exclusively in area of family law. When I am not working I make my home in Pearland area and enjoy spending time with my husband and two children.

A graduate of Coronado High School in Coronado, California, Gabriel now resides and practices in Texas. Mr. Perez is a Graduate of Texas Tech School of Law, where he was a writer for the Texas Bank Lawyer publication. Gabriel is now a litigator whom has appeared before the United States Supreme Court in the landmark case "Mesa v. Hernandez" dealing with international application of Bivens. Mr. Perez is licensed to practice in Texas and New Mexico as well as the corresponding Federal circuits.

Attorney Nikeyla Johnson is the Owner and Managing Partner of Johnson Law Firm. Ms. Johnson began her legal career at a large Texas firm where she worked for a number of years before branching off to start her practice. She has a wide array of legal experience in the areas of complex commercial litigation, with a specific emphasis on providing counsel and representation to clients in matters involving contractual disputes, real estate disputes, business torts, partnership and management disputes, employment disputes, international disputes, personal injury and property damage, medical malpractice and maritime matters including arrests and attachments. Ms. Johnsonâs experience...

Born in South Korea, raised in Argentina, I obtained my law degree from Washburn Law School in Topeka, Kansas in 1994. Since then, I have been delivering high quality, competent and personalized legal service to my clients. I am fluent in English, Spanish and Korean. My early days as an attorney was in public service as a staff attorney for legal aid offices and then as an assistant county attorney at prosecutor's offices. Since 2003, I have been in private practice with emphasis in criminal law, family law, probate litigation and estate planning.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) Criminal Justice, University of South Alabama, Magna Cum Laude, 2002
Juris Doctor (JD), General Practice, Solo and Small Firm, Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Cum Laude, 2006
Master of Laws (LLM), International Law, University of Houston Law Center, 2008.
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Western Governors University, 2013.

LAW LICENSE
Ms. Imobioh is licensed to practice law in the State of Texas. She obtained her law license in May 2006.

FEDERAL COURTS ADMITTED TO PRACTICE
US District Court, Southern District of Texas
US Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Texas
US DIstrict Court, Northern District of Texas

MEDIATION
Ms. Imobioh is a trained mediator trained in basic and...

Uzo J. Mokolo is the founder and principal attorney at Mokolo Law Firm, PLLC in Houston Texas. Uzo Mokolo has had over a decade of experience in the area of family and immigration law. Uzo Mokolo has proudly served clients in Houston, the United States, and globally for over 10 years. Uzo Mokolo received a bachelor’s degree in Finance with a minor in Asian Studies at the University of Houston. Uzo Mokolo received her Juris Doctorate degree from Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C. While in law school, she served as a Student Attorney in the Fair Housing Clinic,...

Having practiced law in the State of New York for almost the past decade, I am an expert in Divorce, Family and Immigration Law. Most Notably, I have years of litigation experience in Family and Supreme Court. I have participated in and completed hundreds of trials, advocating zealously and relentlessly for my clients. I also have extensive experience litigating cases against ACS, the Child Welfare Agency of New York. I have also successfully argued before the Appellate Division for the Second Judicial Department as well. More specifically, I handle complex financial divorces, paternity matters, custody battles and child support cases. I...

My main priority has always been to protect my clients at every turn. Whether that involves negotiating a settlement to achieve the most favorable outcome or engaging in tough litigation in court, I am there to offer steadfast support to my clients. My passion for practicing law stems from my love for solving complex problems and easing the burdens of my clients. From a young age, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in law. Currently, my practice is centered around handling divorce cases that involve substantial estates, family-owned businesses, and intricate custody issues. I am particularly focused on shielding...

Gary R. Warren’s role at our North Texas law firm is representing families with divorce and child support issues. A native Texan himself – he graduated from Garland High School in 1983 – Gary serves the families of Dallas, Collin and Rockwall counties with matters involving divorce and child custody case law. He has nearly 20 years of experience in the North Texas legal field, several of which have been spent specifically with divorce and child support cases in communities stretching from Plano and Richardson to Sachse and Rowlett. After graduating from Texas Tech University in 1987, Gary...

Jodi Lazar practices family law exclusively and represents clients in both the traditional litigation and collaborative law models, depending on the client’s needs.

Jodi is also an Adjunct Professor in the Advocacy Department at The University of Texas School of Law, where she teaches Intensive Trial Skills and works with the Interscholastic Mock Trial Program.

EDUCATION
The University of Texas School of Law, 1988
The University of Texas at Austin, 1985

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & HONORS
Member, State Bar of Texas (Family Law Section)
Member, Oregon State Bar
Member, American Bar Association (Family Law Section)
Member, Austin Bar Association (Family Law Section)
Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

COLLABORATIVE LAW...

Judy is Board Certified in Family Law, a distinction that is earned by fewer than 1% of all attorneys who practice family law. Judy's primary cases involve divorce, child custody, grandparents' rights, interstate cases (including custody and visitation), modification of current orders (including child support, primary custody, and visitation rights).

Tim was licensed as an attorney in 1990. He has been practicing almost exclusively as a family law attorney for most of this time. Tim became a Board Certified Family Law Attorney in 2005, which means that he has devoted a substantial amount of his practice to family law, engaging in contested trials of cases involving matters such as divorce, property division, child custody, child support, adoption, and paternity. Although Tim is an experienced litigator, and will continue to help people in court, he knows from experience, that people are better served both emotionally and financially, if they can resolve...

Board certified in civil trial law, appellate law, and family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Harvard 1984 cum laude grad, 1988 University of Texas Lawschool grad, 1992 Indiana University Kelley School of Business, MBA, Salutatorian, Indiana University, Bloomington. 2016 Indiana University SPEA Masters Program in Public Management.

Audrey joined the firm, Noelke English Maples St. Leger in 2009 as an Associate, and quickly became a Partner in January, 2010. With her background in divorce, family law and family law litigation, Audrey brings broad family issues resolution knowledge and particular knowledge in family violence to her clients. After graduating from College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts with a double major in Spanish and History, Audrey came to Texas for law school at Baylor. Having established many relationships in Texas convinced her to practice law in Austin. Following a very rewarding time with...