Bellaire Lawyers

Gabriel Assaad, Of Counsel at Kennedy Hodges, LLP, was born Rochester, New York. He attended the University of Florida and graduated with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering in 1996. After graduation, he accepted a position with a consulting firm. He then decided he wanted to attend law school, so he moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to attend Vanderbilt University. Mr. Assaad graduated from Vanderbilt University with his J.D. in 2001 and accepted a position as an associate attorney at Dickstein Shapiro, LLP, in Washington, DC, where he focused on Patent Litigation. In 2004, he joined Paulson & Nace, a personal injury law...

Houston Attorney Pete Patterson has been practicing law in the state of Texas for over 25 years, with a focus on oil and gas law, business litigation, and personal injury cases. Mr. Patterson was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1990 after receiving his J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center, where he was inducted into the prestigious Order of the Barristers. In his legal career, Mr. Patterson has amassed over $150 million in verdicts, settlements, judgments, and recoveries for his clients. He maintains membership in a number of respected associations, including the American Board of Trial...

Bio Ed Mallett is a Member of the TCDLA "Hall of Fame." He is a graduate of Dartmouth College and the University of Texas School of Law. He is also a Past President of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association. He was been a Course Director for the TCDLA Rusty Duncan Course and the State Bar of Texas Advanced Criminal Law Course.. He is, by Presidential appointment, for 2017-2023, Chair of the TCDLA Judicial Relations Committee.

Attorney Kelly Woods became a member of the team at Arnold & Itkin in 2014, bringing her passion for the protection of worker’s rights and safety standards to the firm. Kelly attended Clemson University, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications before settling in Houston. She worked at Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance, working toward quality construction and safe operations for multinational corporations. After two years, she decided to pursue her desire to help others through a career in the legal advocacy of injured workers. She went on to attend South Texas College of Law on a Dean’s Merit...

I was born and raised in San Diego, California. After moving to Washington State, I earned bachelor degrees in both Sociology and Religious Studies from Seattle Pacific University. In 2006, I obtained a J.D. from South Texas College of Law. I served as the Head Clerk of the 151st District Court of Harris County with The Honorable Caroline E. Baker from 1998 to 2005. My employment with the 151st District Court provided a valuable “behind the scenes” look at the practice of law. It was during this tenure, as clerk of the 151st, that I developed a passion for law...

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...

Wiley Legal PLLC defends Texas residents who have been sued by banks, creditors, credit card companies and collection agencies. Starting with a free consultation, we can review your situation and outline your legal options. We only charge flat fees and we have payment plans. We can provide effective representation that can secure your financial future and protect your rights immediately. Our firm serves clients across the entire state of Texas.

Kenneth M. Krock is a principal in the law firm of Rapp & Krock, PC. He concentrates his practice in advising and representing clients in business and commercial litigation; real estate and real estate-related disputes; landlord/tenant disputes; construction claims; bankruptcy litigation; financial services and fiduciary claims; and employment litigation. Mr. Krock has experience representing parties in litigation in State and Federal courts at the trial and appellate levels, and has represented debtors and creditors in proceedings in various bankruptcy courts. Mr. Krock represents parties in arbitrations before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and other arbitration forums.

The Westbrook Law Firm, PLLC was founded by Attorney Nicholas R. Westbrook in Houston, Texas. We represent clients in bankruptcy and criminal defense cases. We have represented a wide variety of clients across Texas and offer our complete dedication to each and every case we take. We pride ourselves in being compassionate, approachable, responsive, and effective. If you would like more information about our services, please call our office at 281-815-4340 or fill out our contact form. We look forward to working with you and solving your legal problems. We have the legal experience you can count on.

Justin Waldo is a trial lawyer who represents individuals who have been seriously injured or killed in oilfield accidents, trucking accidents, and catastrophic workplace accidents and explosions. Justin received his Bachelor’s degree in History and Philosophy from the University of Texas at Austin. While there, he worked with the Austin Chamber of Commerce on policy proposals during the 85th Legislative Session. He obtained his Juris Doctorate from Baylor Law School, where Justin made the Order of the Barristers, won the regional Mock Trial tournament, and was a semi-finalist in the Harvey M. Richey Moot Court Society competition. Justin joined Zehl & Associates in...

Alfred Benoit is the Owner and Principal Attorney of Benoit Law, PLLC. His practice focuses on civil litigation, employment issues, criminal law, and general business law. His mission is to help his clients find the best possible solution to their issue. Alfred has been successful in litigating many employment cases, criminal cases, and civil and business litigation matters.

Juli Fournier represents companies and investors in a broad range of corporate, securities, financing, and general business matters. She assists business clients in evaluating potential deals and developing strategies for success. Juli's deep understanding of the legal and business aspects of transactions lends value in deals such as such as mergers, acquisitions and dispositions of businesses, private offerings of securities, financings and loan transactions, and structuring and restructuring of corporations, limited liability companies, joint ventures and general and limited partnerships. She advises clients regarding loans, non-competition covenants, employment relationships, shareholders agreements, security, escrow, and guaranty agreements, settlement agreements, promissory...

Derek Lisk is a TMCA Credentialed Mediator who is skilled at helping people resolve disputes. He is qualified to mediate disputes under the Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Procedures Act and is a listed ADR provider for the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. An expert at negotiation and litigation strategy, Derek has mediated disputes and represented parties in many different types of litigation, including contracts, employment, personal injury, commercial, construction, insurance, product liability, toxic tort, and environmental litigation. Derek has achieved the Martindale-Hubbell AV rating, which indicates the height of professional excellence and the highest levels of...

Serving his Houston, Texas community for more than 40 years, personal injury attorney Kurt Arbuckle, P.C. has tried more than 100 jury trials and has three board certifications, including one on the national level. He has handled many different types of cases, ranging from car accidents, workplace injuries, and negligence to securities fraud and contract disputes. Taking on personal injury cases as well as business and commercial litigation, Kurt fights to make sure you receive the compensation you deserve.

Kiri is a Texas-licensed attorney with a JD and Bar admissions in Texas, she is also a recipient of the prestigious Marquis “Who’s Who” Award. Born in Singapore, she has called Houston home since 1968, with time spent living in both Dallas and Australia. Currently serving as Secretary of her Homeowner’s Association, she balances her professional life with hobbies like spending time with her daughter, following NFL football, watching the news, and exploring new restaurants. A single mother for 20 years, she raised her daughter while navigating the legal profession. She was drawn to law because of the compelling “best interest”...

www.ryannori.com

Shari Goldsberry is a dedicated attorney with expertise in various legal areas, including family law, who offers cost-effective legal counsel while prioritizing client respect and positive resolutions with minimized litigation costs. She has served as trial counsel, managed complex civil litigation, written appellate briefs, and represented clients in appellate court. Additionally, Shari is a compassionate advocate for at-risk children, collaborating with Child Protective Services to safeguard their rights and voices. Her impressive qualifications include Texas Board Certification in Family Law and being consistently selected as a Super Lawyer for the past seven years.

Richard Daly has been a trial attorney for almost 20 years, with a concentration in litigation against insurance companies, overtime lawsuits, business litigation (oil and gas, real estate and general commercial) and personal injury. Before starting his own firm, he was with Caddell & Chapman, one of the most respected plaintiffs’ shops in Houston. Prior to that, Daly was a partner at Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP, one of the largest defense firms in Houston. He believes his experience on both sides of the courtroom makes him uniquely qualified to analyze prospective cases, determine their likely outcome and develop...

Leela Madan’s practice includes domestic and international patent and trademark selection, registration, acquisition, enforcement, transfer, licensing, policing, and defense. Ms. Madan is experienced in US trademark administrative practices, including Opposition and Cancellation proceedings, before the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). Ms. Madan is also a licensed Patent Attorney with extensive experience in patent prosecution in the areas of chemistry and various types of engineering and other technologies. With almost five years of progressive experience, she has experience in the upstream oil and gas industry, including drilling muds and downhole tools, as well as experience in other...