Ben Franklin Lawyers

Michael Kelsheimer focuses his practice on the employment law needs of Texas businesses and executive employees. He recognizes that the cost and expense of litigation make resolving employment disputes challenging. To help avoid these concerns, he utilizes his experience in and out of the courtroom to prevent or quickly resolve employment disputes through proactive employer planning and timely advice. When a dispute cannot be avoided, Michael relies upon his prior experience as a briefing attorney for the United States District Court and his extensive experience in employment and commercial lawsuits to secure favorable resolutions for his clients. Michael has experience in...

Mark R. Basile started his career at Shea & Gould in New York City and throughout the course of his career has, and continues to represent small publicly traded companies in securities and corporate finance litigation in both state and federal courts around the country. Mr. Basile won a landmark decision (2021) for small public companies in the New York Court of Appeals that agreed that certain corporate funding instruments are subject to NY's criminal usury laws. Mr. Basile is also a Professor of Law & Entrepreneurship at The Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in New York teaching a course that he...

Born in Austin, Texas. Lives in Dallas,Texas, and licensed to practice law by the State Bar of Texas since 1982. Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania. Married with 2 children & 5 grandchildren. Areas of practice include Criminal Defense, DWI, Speeding & Traffic Tickets, Expungements and Non-Disclosures, License Suspension Hearings and Immigration. Bilingual staff (English & Spanish).

Mark Meisinger is a Dallas, TX based criminal defense attorney who practices throughout northern Texas. DWI, Drug Charges, Probation Violations, Expunctions/Nondisclosures. All criminal cases. Free consultations. 214 906-3006. http://www.meisingerlaw.com http://www.dwilawyerdallastexas.com http://www.druglawyerdallastexas.com http://www.expunctionlawyerdallastexas.com

Attorney Roy Petty has practiced law over 23 years in Texas, Florida, and Arizona. Roy is Board Certified in Immigration & Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Roy has developed creative solutions to get his clients their immigration benefits. He successfully has litigated cases against the United States government in various District Courts and Courts of Appeals. His lawsuits have pushed the government to grant benefits to his clients, changed bureaucratic policies, and reduced delays in the processing of his clients' cases. Roy is in his fifteenth year of hosting "La Hora Legal" (Legal Hour),...

Tiara A. Thomas is an attorney, speaker, and philanthropist. Throughout her career, she has helped her clients get the justice they deserve for being injured in both commercial and non-commercial vehicle crashes. In addition to personal injury, Tiara has represented clients in complex civil litigation claims, including breach of contract claims, civil fraud claims, Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act claims, & more! In 2022, she was selected as a “Top 40 Under 40 Attorney,” an honor given to only the top 40 under 40 African American lawyers in each state or region with reputations for providing excellent legal representation in their...

Described by colleagues as a “gym rat” in the courtroom, Bill Forteith still loves going into court and fighting for his clients in trial after almost forty years of exclusively practicing civil trial law. Trying hundreds of jury trials, his legal experience has literally gone from the cradle to the grave having represented clients involved in prenatal and neonatal care, daycare centers, nursing homes and even funeral homes. Yet trial work, such as automobile accidents and premises liability cases, excite him just as much as the more unusual cases. He believes that every client deserves the same passionate representation regardless...

Personal Biography John K. Horany A BRIEF HISTORY Born Wichita Falls, Texas. Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Texas, 1986. Admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, 1986. Admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 1990. Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, 1996. Admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas, 2002. PRACTICE AREAS Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Nursing Home Liability, Medical Malpractice, Automobile Accidents and Injuries, Products Liability, Civil Rights and General Negligence Claims in...

Carl L. Evans, Jr. is an Equity Partner at McCathern in the law firm's Dallas, Texas office and he practices in the areas of non-subscriber employer defense, trucking, liquor liability, employment, commercial, construction, subrogation, tort and insurance litigation. Mr. Evans has an extensive litigation and trial background, having tried numerous cases in state and federal courts. He has also obtained defense verdicts in arbitrations involving claims of fraud, negligence, breach of contract and breach of warranty. In addition, Mr. Evans has successfully represented numerous clients in summary judgment motions that have included claims for bad faith, fraud, negligence, premises liability,...

I devote my practice to family law and business litigation matters, both in the courtroom and at the negotiating table, especially when these two areas of law collide. My unique experience includes navigating clients through family and business law disputes involving complex divorce and property issues, child custody, and CPS matters, as well as breach of contract cases, high-stakes securities and fiduciary matters, shareholder and insolvency litigation, malpractice lawsuits, real estate matters, and labor and employment disputes.

As a former prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney's office and with over 14 years as a criminal defense attorney I have the experience necessary to provide the highest level of service to every client. I have tried hundreds of cases as both a prosecutor and as a defense attorney and will not hesitate to fight for justice in the face of persecution. I know that every clients future is in my hands when I take their case. It is a responsibility that I do not take lightly. I am absolutely committed to do my very best for every...

Since my first day of practicing law, I have exclusively represented the injured and wrongful death victims. The first day was now over 3 decades ago. I am still as passionate about being a lawyer for the injured and the wronged as I was back then. I love being their voice to demand the respect, justice and compensation they are rightfully owed. It is particularly special to me to be recognized by my peers with an “AV” ® rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

MEMBER: State Bar of Texas, Dallas Bar Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Dallas Trial Lawyers Association, Million Dollar Advocates...

Marty Jo Taylor advocates against family violence so children can grow up free from pain and insecurity. A mother of one son, she is a strong advocate for children and works diligently to keep them safe and secure.

She assists families with navigating the legal system during this sensitive and often traumatic time. She never rushes through the process and uses her mediation training skills to develop workable solutions instead of adding fuel to the fire.
Clients with questions about their case know they can count on Marty Jo to take the time to examine the facts and the...

Claudia V. Cubias is a graduate of the Saint Louis University School of Law. She has years of experience in immigration field working for a boutique firm in Dallas before attending law school and volunteering at non-profits as a law student. Ms. Cubias family migrated to the United States in the late 80s from El Salvador and Mexico. Her family’s immigration story inspired her to become an attorney to help those in similar need. Ms. Cubias is fluent in written and spoken Spanish.

I am a top-notch criminal defense attorney. As a former prosecutor, I spent countless years in the courtroom and litigated thousands of misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile criminal cases, including DWI, assault, robbery, theft, murder, child sex crimes, gun crimes, and narcotics offenses, among others. You need someone who will fight for you. Your concerns are my concerns. Your issues are my issues. I'll guide you through tough times and fight for your rights and interests. I'm passionate about my cases and clients and will represent you with determination, professionalism, and class.

Chad West has dedicated his career to protecting the rights of individuals who are facing difficult legal circumstances. Throughout his career, he has worked on a vast variety of cases ranging from complex litigation suits to car wreck cases to workplace injury cases generating over $200 million in verdicts, judgments, and settlements. Chad's practice focuses on civil litigation, personal injury, and car accidents. After growing up on a farm in Southern Illinois, Chad attended and graduated from Washington University in St. Louis and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. He served in...

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...

Twenty-three-year, AV Preeminent® (5.0), Super Lawyer managing six-attorney-law firm.

Construction Services:

* Mechanics' Liens
* Bond Claims
* Letter of Credit Claims
* Construction Defects
* Foundation Defects
* Product Liability/Defects
* Collections
* Lien Foreclosure
* Construction Contracts
* Employment Agreements
* Loan Documents
* Bankruptcy Claims

Real Estate Services:

* Purchase and Sale Agreements
* Entity Formation
* Takedown Agreements
* Loan Documents
* Foreclosure
* Eviction
* Land Use
* Trespass
* Bankruptcy Creditor Representation

Ms. Neal was admitted to the Texas Bar in 2012, after graduating with her Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s University School of Law and Master of Arts in Communication Studies from St. Mary’s University earlier that year. She also holds a Bachelor of Journalism from The University of Texas at Austin, where she graduated in 2007. After working in civil defense litigation immediately after law school, Ms. Neal chose to devote the majority of practice to Family Law, wishing to spend more time in making a direct difference in her clients’ lives by vigorously advocating on their behalf. She...

I am rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell. See my website for more information.

Everyone knows that the idiosyncrasies of our legal system can often result in unreasonably protracted legal disputes, as endless appeals and requests drag out even the simplest of cases for months and even years. At the offices of Dwain Downing Attorney at Law , we feel it is our mission to provide the fastest and best legal service possible

1982 graduate of Baylor Law School, I practiced as a prosecutor in Smith County, Texas, 1983-1984, as a shareholder in Cribbs & McFarland, an Arlington law firm, and as a solo practitioner since 2002. A-V rated.

Mr. Nguyen earned his B.A. in History from the University of Texas at Arlington and his J.D. from the Southern Methodist University. He is a licensed member of the Texas Bar. He provides advice to clients in the areas of Family Law, Auto Accidents/Person Injury, Bankruptcy, and Business Counseling.

Graduate of South Texas College of Law in 1994. Practiced in Houston until relocating to North East Texas. Successful 25 year plus track record in representing clients interest and protecting their rights in highly contested litigation cases in both Texas and Arkansas. Civil cases have ranged from highly contested family/divorce/custody matters to complex business litigation. Additionally, I have defended clients in both Federal and State Courts in a wide range of cases including white collar, murder, aggravated assault, conspiracy, DWI and drug related matters.

I began my career in Los Angeles, defending doctors and hospitals in malpractice suits. After relocating to Texas in 1999, I have focused on representing those injured by the negligence of a third party.