Grimes County Lawyers

The Law Offices of Wesley H. Hocker was founded by Wesley H. Hocker, who has a broad background and extensive experience in Family law, Divorce, and Criminal Law. Mr. Hocker holds a Doctor of Laws (J.D.) from South Texas College of Law, where he graduated cum laude. He also received his Bachelors (B.J.) from the University of Texas. He has been licensed as attorney by the State of Texas since 1971. His Memberships include Phi Alpha Delta; Order of the Lytae. Editor, South Texas Law Review, 1969-1970. Special Judge, Harris County Criminal Courts, 1988—. Director: Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, 1987— (Founding...

Meet Ricky Whitehead, one of our dedicated Associate Attorneys at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, a passionate advocate for justice and equality. With a Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management from UH Clear Lake, Ricky Whitehead brings a robust academic background to our team. In addition to their legal qualifications, Ricky Whitehead is a Certified Mediator in Texas, showcasing their commitment to conflict resolution. Born and raised in Houston, TX, Ricky Whitehead is deeply rooted in the local community and actively volunteers with the Trans Legal Aid Clinic TX...

Jennifer Amanoo focuses her practice on Trusts & Estates, bringing a background in both legal and fiduciary roles, including her previous experience as an AVP & Trust Officer and law clerk in estate planning. Jennifer earned her B.A. in Political Science and a Master of Jurisprudence in Public Interest Law from DePaul University, followed by her J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. She is licensed in Texas and is a member of the American Bar Association. Originally from Ghana, Jennifer has lived in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Tallahassee. Outside the office, she enjoys swimming, traveling, and is...

Oiya Ali-Neely is a dedicated attorney with a strong commitment to her clients and community. She holds a Juris Doctor degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law and is certified in mediation, equipping her with the skills to guide clients through complex legal situations with empathy and insight. Originally from North Carolina, Oiya has lived in several states across the U.S., gathering diverse perspectives that enhance her legal practice. In her free time, she enjoys reading romance novels, staying active at the gym, and unwinding with movies. Family is also a cornerstone of Oiya’s life—she is one of five sisters, and...

Damiane Curvey Banieh spent her earliest years in Houston’s Fifth Ward area. Her family later moved to the North Forest Independent School District where she graduated Cum Laude from M.B. Smiley and went on to The University of Texas at Austin where she received a Bachelor of Science in Radio –Television-Film.

After graduation, Damiane worked as an Adoption Recruiter for DePelchin Children’s Center where her primary mission was to find suitable families for special needs children. As her desire to protect children grew, she returned to school to receive her Teaching Certification from The University of Houston-Downtown. At the same time,...

As the Director of Legal Publications for Internet LAVA, LLC, a full service web design and internet marketing firm for legal professionals, I have the unique position where I am able to write legal content in full compliance with state bar rules for our clients, create press releases on topics that affect our clients, and develop article ideas that are relevant to the legal community. The Internet LAVA team works together to provide the following services to our clients: Internet Marketing for Attorneys - Legal marketing on the internet gives attorneys and law firms a unique way to market their firm...

J. Tyler Clark is an attorney with substantial experience in real estate transactions, estate planning, probate administration, and business entity formation. He provides clients with clear, strategic guidance through complex legal processes, prioritizing both precision and practical outcomes. Rooted in Caldwell, Texas, where his family has longstanding ties, Mr. Clark brings a deep understanding of the local community to his practice. He works closely with families, individuals, and business owners to safeguard their interests and plan confidently for the future. Mr. Clark is committed to delivering high-quality legal work with integrity and attention to detail. Outside the office, he remains actively engaged...

Admitted to Bar: 1984, Texas and Oklahoma Practice: Litigation; Oil and Gas. Experience: Mr. Ballentine has 35+ years of commercial litigation experience, primarily concerning disputes over upstream and midstream energy contracts, such as exploration agreements, joint operating agreements, wellhead sales agreements, gas processing contracts, natural gas purchase and sales agreements, maintenance and service agreements, natural gas and natural gas liquids transportation agreements and other related contracts. He has represented energy clients in complex litigation, including class actions in both state and federal courts, as well as litigation over state, federal and private mineral royalty claims, natural gas measurement False Claims Act qui...