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Divorce and Family
Laura Dale is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Her practice is concentrated in the area of family law involving high conflict divorce, high net worth property division, both domestic and foreign, property valuation, custody cases, international child abduction brought under The Hague Convention and complex multi-jurisdictional family law disputes. Ms. Dale is a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers and a USA Delegate on the Board of Governors of the organization. She also serves as Co-Chair of the USA Chapter Hague Committee, and as Chair of Hague Subcommittee on the International...
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Education, Employment, Entertainment & Sports and Estate Planning
Andrew serves as a consultant for a wide variety of business sectors, from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies implementing procedures to safeguard them against litigation. He is a certified Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA) Level II Civil Rights Investigator and a certified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Trainer. Andrew has developed training programs related to workplace harassment prevention; EEOC; COVID-19 safety; and diversity & inclusion. He served on a corporate transaction team that made national news in 2021 for finalizing the acquisition of a $2.3 billion all-cash transaction in Texas.
Due to the passing of family members in Andrew's life, he...
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Medical Malpractice
Kay Van Wey is the founder of Van Wey, Metzler & Williams, a nationally recognized, Texas based, medical malpractice and birth injury law firm. With more than 40 years of experience representing the innocent victims of medical negligence, Kay's mission is to provide stalwart legal representation as she stands up to industry giants and healthcare institutions.
Throughout her illustrious career, Kay has garnered a multitude of professional honors. Acknowledged by her peers, she has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer for over 22 consecutive years. Her impressive record is a result of her tireless dedication, meticulous attention to detail,...
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Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
EXPERIENCE and RESULTS MATTER. Laura is a third generation trial attorney–both her father and grandfather were trial attorneys, and she grew up watching both of them take cases to trial. Now, with over 27 years of trial experience herself, Laura is recognized as a leader within the birth injury litigation field and as a principal of the Brown Trial Firm.
In addition to her experience, Laura has a track record of success: winning multiple multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for children with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), Cerebral Palsy (CP), and other birth injuries.
Laura is an advocate for children. Her practice...
In addition to her experience, Laura has a track record of success: winning multiple multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for children with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), Cerebral Palsy (CP), and other birth injuries.
Laura is an advocate for children. Her practice...
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Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
At the Houston, Texas law firm of Abraham Watkins, Nichols, Agosto, Aziz & Stogner, firm partner Brant J. Stogner consistently tries cases to verdict, successfully trying 12 cases in his first three years at the firm. Today, he exclusively represents plaintiffs, focusing his practice on catastrophic personal injury matters, product defect cases, gas explosions, drownings, 18 wheeler and commercial auto accidents. Brant is board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in personal injury trial law and received this certification within the first five years of legal practice. In 2009, Brant won the largest verdict in Texas...
Appeals and Criminal Defense
After growing up overseas (in India, Thailand, and Germany) Mark Bennett moved to Houston to go to Rice University, and stuck. On his graduation with honors from University of Houston Law center in 1995, he opened up his own practice defending people accused of crimes.
Since 1995 Mark has earned a reputation as a compassionate, tenacious, and brilliant advocate for his clients, and has been honored by both the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association for his work in Houston and statewide.
Mark has a low-volume trial, appellate, and postconviction practice, giving him plenty of time...
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Criminal Defense
Jon Stephenson is a trial attorney who will fight for you. Jon is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and licensed to practice in Texas courts as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. His aggressive style as a trial attorney stems from vast prosecution experience with Harris County and from years of defending those faced with criminal charges. His fearless style and aggressive attitude have led to success in courtrooms across the State of Texas.
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Energy, Maritime, Personal Injury and Products Liability
When Kurt Arnold represents someone, he’s all in. He’s won billions for his clients. In fact, he has recovered more than $1 billion in a single year multiple times and shattered records with his historic verdicts and settlements. He has helped clients recover losses after major maritime disasters such as the Deepwater Horizon and the El Faro. For Kurt, no fight is too difficult or complicated. He refuses to take “no” for an answer.
When something bad happens, Kurt fights for his clients, no matter what. He never backs down, no matter how big the challenge. Kurt co-founded Arnold & Itkin...
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Attorney Tristan LeGrande of LeGrande Law has a track record of success as a criminal defense attorney. Since 2012 attorney LeGrande has been defending clients charged with felonies and misdemeanors all over the state of Texas.
Here at LeGrande Law, we know that when you are accused of a crime it is a very difficult and very important matter. We are dedicated to fighting for our clients’ rights and doing everything possible to achieve the best resolution of our clients’ cases. The formula for our success at LeGrande Law is: an unwavering dedication to our clients, a...
Here at LeGrande Law, we know that when you are accused of a crime it is a very difficult and very important matter. We are dedicated to fighting for our clients’ rights and doing everything possible to achieve the best resolution of our clients’ cases. The formula for our success at LeGrande Law is: an unwavering dedication to our clients, a...
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Criminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Attorney, Penny Wymyczak-White is an aggressive advocate who believes in meticulous case preparation to provide the most accurate and passionate defense for her clients. She specializes in state criminal defense and handles each of her cases with persistence, passion, and principle.
Penny Wymyczak-White handles all types of criminal defense matters including felonies, misdemeanors, and violations. Unlike other larger criminal defense law firms, she is emotionally invested in every one of her cases, and gives her clients individual, personalized attention. She believes in presenting cases to the grand jury and has had many cases no billed. Ms. White will fight until the...
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Christopher Downey has been recognized as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Houston. He is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has been listed as a both a Texas Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Houston. Mr. Downey lectures throughout the State of Texas on issues related to criminal law and has served as an instructor at the State Bar of Texas Advanced Criminal Law Seminar as well as the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association Top Gun DWI Program. He is licensed throughout the State of Texas as well as in...
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
TELEVISION LEGAL CONTRIBUTOR
• Appeared as Legal Contributor discussing current controversial issues on "Nancy Grace," CNN, HLN, FOX, ABC, NBC, CBS
EMPLOYMENT • Current Sole Practitioner-Law Practice is solely dedicated to Criminal
• Defense Law-Adult & Juvenile Former Vice President Managing
• Criminal Attorney for one the State's largest consumer law firms.
• Successfully DEFENDED thousands of cases as a Criminal Defense
• Lawyer in many high profile cases throughout the State of Texas.
• Hired by the State of Oregon to defend Juvenile charged with serious felony offense in Texas.
• Former Felony prosecutor Harrison County, Texas.
•...
• Appeared as Legal Contributor discussing current controversial issues on "Nancy Grace," CNN, HLN, FOX, ABC, NBC, CBS
EMPLOYMENT • Current Sole Practitioner-Law Practice is solely dedicated to Criminal
• Defense Law-Adult & Juvenile Former Vice President Managing
• Criminal Attorney for one the State's largest consumer law firms.
• Successfully DEFENDED thousands of cases as a Criminal Defense
• Lawyer in many high profile cases throughout the State of Texas.
• Hired by the State of Oregon to defend Juvenile charged with serious felony offense in Texas.
• Former Felony prosecutor Harrison County, Texas.
•...
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Legal Malpractice
Ross Sears is an award-winning attorney and co-founder of Sears Crawford LLP in Houston, Texas.
Ross Sears’s passion and respect for the law and legal ethics runs deep. Born and raised in Houston by a family of attorneys, Ross Sears has been practicing law for more than 30 years and has earned numerous awards and distinctions during this time, including “Texas Super Lawyer” (every year for the past 10 years) and “Houston’s Best Lawyers for the People”, as well as being a member of the “Million Dollar Advocates Forum” and the “Multi-million Dollar Advocates Forum”.
Ross is Board Certified in...
Immigration and Personal Injury
Armand Jawanmardi is a dedicated Houston Immigration Attorney. He practices in all areas of Immigration Law, including Removal and Deportation Defense, Asylum, Immigration Bonds, Immigration Appeals, and Adjustment of Status. Having been born to an immigrant father, Armand understands immigration matters on both personal and professional levels. He is committed to providing individual attention, affordable representation, and aggressive advocacy. Armand is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Armand received a B.S. Summa Cum Laude, from the University of Houston. In 2013, he graduated from the highest ranked law school in Texas- The University of Texas School of Law....
Armand received a B.S. Summa Cum Laude, from the University of Houston. In 2013, he graduated from the highest ranked law school in Texas- The University of Texas School of Law....
Personal Injury
I chose to base my practice in the Houston area because I wanted to serve the community in which I live. This community needs an attorney who cares. An attorney who fights hard to ensure everyone facing a personal injury case gets the compensation they deserve. An attorney who answers all your questions and takes care of you like family. An attorney who puts people first.
Immigration
Susham M. Modi focuses his practice on serving individuals who are dealing with immigration law issues. In addition to his private practice as owner of The Modi Law Firm, PLLC, he was an Adjunct Professor of Law and was a Clinical Supervising Attorney at the University of Houston Law Center's Immigration Clinic. The clinic helps individuals from all over the globe with their immigration concerns, providing pro bono services. Attorney Modi was responsible for supervising and teaching upper-level students working on various complex immigration cases. He has also co-taught Asylum/Refugee Law. Before moving to Houston, he worked as an Attorney...
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Over his legal career, Brian has had experience in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense and DWI/DUI. He is happy to speak with you about your own legal situations and provide you solutions that will get you through them.
Brian earned his law degree at Thurgood Marshall School of Law, and while there he interned at the Nuece’s County District Attorney’s office.
Brian knows how the Texas justice system works, and he will make it work for you.
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Bankruptcy
My name is Vicky Fealy and I am Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. For more than 25 years, I have advised individuals and small businesses regarding various options when facing financial difficulties. I have proudly provided superb bankruptcy legal representation for thousands of Houston consumers and businesses regarding issues such as Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Chapter 13 bankruptcy, Credit card debt, IRS Problems, Repossessions, Judgments, Foreclosures, Bankruptcy Litigation, Business Liquidation, Business Reorganization and stopping Creditor Harassment. I have litigated several highly contested issues in the bankruptcy courts.
After years of representing thousands of...
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Consumer, Employment, IP and Legal Malpractice
Dana Andrew LeJune was born in Beaumont, Texas in 1956 into a Cajun, rice sharecropping family. He graduated from French High School there in 1975. In 1976 he began his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin, and received his B.A. in History three years later. He taught Government and History at French High School through May, 1979, when he began law school.
Mr. LeJune attended South Texas College of Law and graduated with a J.D. in December, 1982, after having published a maritime law article in the August, 1982 South Texas Law Journal. He took the February, 1983...
Mr. LeJune attended South Texas College of Law and graduated with a J.D. in December, 1982, after having published a maritime law article in the August, 1982 South Texas Law Journal. He took the February, 1983...
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Estate Planning, Personal Injury and Probate
James Tittle has been practicing law for over 10 years. He was a Cum Laude honors graduate of the Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Mr. Tittle also graduated with honors from Stephen F. Austin where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. While working on his degrees Mr. Tittle also became a certified flight instructor. However, aviation has taken a backseat to his law practice.
Since becoming a lawyer, James Tittle has handled a wide range of legal issues. Mr. Tittle specializes in Probate, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury/Car Accidents. However, our office handles a wide range of...
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
I have argued a case in front of the Texas Supreme Court. I recently won a case affecting DWI cases across the State in front of the Court of Criminal Appeals.
I’ve handled literally hundreds of criminal cases. I trust juries. I go into every case my firm takes on assuming we will have to try the case to a jury. This preparation very frequently leads to dismissal of the case. I have tried over 60 jury trials, with the vast majority leading to a not guilty verdict for my client.
In 2017, I tried 17 jury trials, leading to...
I’ve handled literally hundreds of criminal cases. I trust juries. I go into every case my firm takes on assuming we will have to try the case to a jury. This preparation very frequently leads to dismissal of the case. I have tried over 60 jury trials, with the vast majority leading to a not guilty verdict for my client.
In 2017, I tried 17 jury trials, leading to...
Business, Consumer, Family and Immigration
Attorney Mark Oxford, founder of the Oxford Law Firm, is licensed to practice law in California, Texas and Minnesota. At the firm, our mission is to provide the highest quality legal representation to all of our clients. We handle all cases, no matter how small or large the business, corporation or legal problem. We offer our legal service in English, Arabic language and Russian language. Attorney Oxford, a former civilian employee of the United States Department of Defense, has J.D. degree in law with concentration on Administrative Law, an M.A. degree in National Security and Counter-Terrorism, and an LL.M.degree...
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Estate Planning and Probate
As a Texan with a large family, a passion for travel and entrepreneurship, familiarity with the ins and outs of moving and renting, and experience with the "dark side" of probate when family members pass without any estate plan, I built Zapalac Law Firm, PLLC, around my own history: we focus on landlord/tenant law, estate planning, probate, business creation and administration, and real estate transactions. In short: Family, Home, and Business.
These ideas are more closely related than they seem. People rent or own property, they operate businesses, they save wealth for the next generation and, inevitably, they pass away and...
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Medical Malpractice
Robert Painter is a medical malpractice attorney. As a former hospital administrator, he focuses on getting justice for patients and family members who’ve experienced life-changing injuries or wrongful death because of medical malpractice.
Robert has always been interested in health care. He started his graduate education in medical school and was awarded a full scholarship from the U.S. Army. Midway through medical school, he worried about the direction of health care in America and decided that he could have a more positive impact for patient safety in health law.
Before enrolling at Baylor Law School, though, it was time to repay...
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Bankruptcy, Business, Probate and Real Estate
With an education and professional background in computer information systems, accounting, business, and law Rick has devoted his time, energy, and resources in assisting clients (real estate brokers, agents, mortgage brokers, investors, homeowners) with their real estate needs.
His firm handles matters ranging from million dollar property disputes/litigation to owner-financing transactions. They have recently won 2 appeals at the Texas 1st Court of Appeals for representing a homeowner against fraudulent robo-signing (banks rubber stamping foreclosure documents without authority) and for a wrongful foreclosure case involving a loan modification.
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Consumer, Insurance Claims, Maritime and Personal Injury
Trial lawyer for over 30 years. Senior Managing Attorney at PMR Law. Personal Injury/Civil Trial
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Jose A. Ceja has devoted his career to the practice of criminal law and is honored to aggressively defend his clients. He has built a well-deserved reputation for achieving excellent results for clients throughout the Greater Houston area.
He began his career as a prosecutor in Arizona and was quickly promoted to the felony division, prosecuting drug cases.
In 2010, Jose was hired at one of Texas premier criminal defense firms Scheiner law, working closely with one of the top criminal defense lawyers in the state.
Mr. Ceja has a proven track record of obtaining outstanding results including dismissals, grand jury "no...
Business, Construction, Personal Injury and Real Estate
At The Weaver Law Firm, I serve as the Principal Attorney, a role I approach with dedication and a deep understanding of the law. I hold dual Board Certifications in Residential and Commercial Real Estate Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction that reflects my commitment to this field. I take pride in helping individuals and businesses navigate a wide range of real estate matters, whether they involve complex transactions or significant disputes. My goal has always been to provide the quality of service typically associated with large firms while maintaining a more accessible approach for my...
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Bankruptcy, Business and Foreclosure Defense
Reese W. Baker is a partner in the firm of Baker & Associates in Houston, Texas. He is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Business Bankruptcy Law and he is also board certified by the American Board of Certification in Business Bankruptcy Law. Mr. Baker has participated in numerous national bankruptcies. He has also served as in-house counsel for Summa Corporation in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mr. Baker has acted as attorney in charge for debtors and lenders, has represented trustees, creditors committees and retiree committees, and been actively involved in successful reorganizations around the country. He...
Employment and Immigration
TB Robinson is an experienced litigator with more than 31 years in the legal practice, concentrating his practice on the litigation of complex employment matters. He has been board certified for nearly 20 years by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization as a labor and employment law specialist. He has extensive experience advising and representing individuals and employers in a wide range of industries.
He represents individuals and employers in discrimination cases; wrongful termination suits; wage and hour, individual, and collective actions; and tort/contract disputes arising out of the employment relationship. He specifically handles cases arising under Title VII, the ADA,...
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Business, Divorce and Family
Admitted to practice since 1994 and formed the Selesky Law Firm in 2004. The Firm is service oriented and litigation intensive. The Firm handles family law and commerical cases throughout Southeast Texas in their Houston office and the Texas Hill Country in their Austin office. The Firm has been built by building relationships with clients one case at a time.
Divorce and Family
Matthew A. Skillern is the founder and lead family law attorney at Skillern Firm Divorce & Child Custody Lawyers. He is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, an accomplishment that only 1% of family lawyers in Texas have achieved. Matthew is a strong trial lawyer with a record of success. He doesn’t back down, even when faced with difficult child custody issues or contentious divorces.
Matthew believes that being an effective advocate requires being forceful when it comes to defending his clients’ interests but also compassionate when helping them through the legal system. Although Matthew...
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Allecia Lindsey Pottinger, J.D., attended Texas Southern University where she received her Bachelor degree in Sociology, and Juris Doctorate. She became licensed to practice law in the State of Texas in 1995 and started her solo-practice. In 1997, Allecia started working for the NAACP as the staff attorney and later became their legal program director. She is currently working as a hearing examiner for the Texas Education Agency and an independent practitioner who founded the Allecia Lindsey Pottinger Law Firm, PLLC. She was the recipient of the Houston Lawyers Associations’ Outstanding Service Award and the NAACP’s...
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Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
McDonald began his legal career in 2001 as a felony trial prosecutor in Henderson County where he prosecuted thousands of felony cases ranging from capital murder to minor felony drug cases.
In 2004, McDonald moved closer to home and began prosecuting felony cases in the Fort Bend District Attorney’s Office, which included being an instructor at the Fort Bend County Gus George Law Enforcement Academy as well as teaching at many local police departments.
In 2006, McDonald opened his own Criminal Trial Practice focusing solely on representing clients who have been charged with criminal offenses throughout the great State of Texas....
In 2004, McDonald moved closer to home and began prosecuting felony cases in the Fort Bend District Attorney’s Office, which included being an instructor at the Fort Bend County Gus George Law Enforcement Academy as well as teaching at many local police departments.
In 2006, McDonald opened his own Criminal Trial Practice focusing solely on representing clients who have been charged with criminal offenses throughout the great State of Texas....
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IP and Patents
Robert Z. Cashman provides nationwide legal representation for patent litigation matters on a contingency fee basis. He is licensed to practice law in Texas, in New York, and before the US Patent & Trademark Office. Robert is the owner of the Cashman Law Firm, PLLC which helps individuals and small businesses create their business, establish and protect their inventions, and preserve their assets against foreclosure and if necessary, bankruptcy.
Since 2010, Robert has focused his practice on defending accused bittorrent downloaders in copyright infringement lawsuits filed in federal courts across the US. Most recently, cases represented by the Cashman...
Since 2010, Robert has focused his practice on defending accused bittorrent downloaders in copyright infringement lawsuits filed in federal courts across the US. Most recently, cases represented by the Cashman...
Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Attorney Natalie Nga Le:
A hallmark of a good attorney is determination. Our Houston attorneys at Le Law Group all possess a great deal of drive, both personally and professionally. Chiefly, each of them are driven to achieve the best results for their clients, providing for their needs legally, financially, and emotionally. That drive is a defining trait of the work we do at our firm.
However, that drive often appears in other ways. For Attorney Natalie Le, her drive became obvious early on. She graduated with her Bachelor’s from the Denver University in only 3 years, moving on...
A hallmark of a good attorney is determination. Our Houston attorneys at Le Law Group all possess a great deal of drive, both personally and professionally. Chiefly, each of them are driven to achieve the best results for their clients, providing for their needs legally, financially, and emotionally. That drive is a defining trait of the work we do at our firm.
However, that drive often appears in other ways. For Attorney Natalie Le, her drive became obvious early on. She graduated with her Bachelor’s from the Denver University in only 3 years, moving on...
Immigration
The Law Office of Lindsey J. Harris is one of Houston’s premier immigration law firms. Our success is due to our commitment to excellence and hard work, five-star client satisfaction, affordable fees, and providing the customer service you deserve. Our immigration attorneys are proud to be members of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), the American Bar Association, the Texas Bar Association, and the Houston Young Lawyers Association.
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Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
As a Houston Native, Fiza Syed witnessed early on the snowball effect poor legal representation can have when she volunteered at local legal justice clinics. Early on, she knew she wanted to pursue a law career. After college graduation, Ms. Syed interned at the Attorney General Child Support Division to better understand family legal matters. She then moved to Dallas to complete law school at SMU Dedman School of Law.
During law school, she interned and clerked at various law firms in order to obtain real life experience in criminal, family and business law. While in law school, she...
During law school, she interned and clerked at various law firms in order to obtain real life experience in criminal, family and business law. While in law school, she...
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
Masah S. SamForay, has earned national recognition as a force for her clients. Beyond being recognized as a Top 100 Lawyer, Masah SamForay knows the concerns of clients, intimately. She is a divorcee and working mother who understands what it means to fight for her family during a difficult divorce.
Atty. SamForay is a Co-Founder and Past-President of the Black Bar Association of Will County. She is a member of the Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago, Inc. and served on the 2017-2018 Board and as the Co-Chair of the Small and Solo Firm Committee from 2013-2016. She is a...
Atty. SamForay is a Co-Founder and Past-President of the Black Bar Association of Will County. She is a member of the Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago, Inc. and served on the 2017-2018 Board and as the Co-Chair of the Small and Solo Firm Committee from 2013-2016. She is a...
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Texas Attorney John B. Henry, III, practices throughout Texas, including Harris County, Rockwall County, Dallas County, Jefferson County, Galveston County, Fort Bend County and the surrounding counties. Mr. Henry is a native of Texas, and he brings his perspective and experience to represent his client with the knowledge and care their matters deserve. His practice focuses on guardianship, special needs trusts, probate and estate administration, estate planning, and elder law, including moderate to high net worth estates. Mr. Henry's experience with these areas of law began with his work in the non-profit arena where he continues to devote...
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