Somerset Lawyers

Brad Thornton has over a decade of experience in Criminal Law. He is a former Chief Prosecutor with the 81st Judicial District Attorney’s Office. His time spent as a prosecutor has given him valuable experience of how the prosecution will come after you and how to get in their way. Brad is Board-Certified in Criminal Law – a distinction held by less than .008% of lawyers licensed in the State of Texas. Board-Certification is the only mark of excellence recognized by the state bar and signifies he has shown he has the experience, knowledge, and respect of the local legal community...

Christopher D. Cavazos has over 15 years of experience handling thousands of criminal cases throughout San Antonio and the surrounding counties. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his B.A. in Government before moving on to receive his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary's School of Law. Mr. Cavazos has extensive experience in the criminal justice system, practicing law as both a defense attorney and as a prosecutor. Prior to BRCK Criminal Defense Attorneys, he served as a Prosecutor in Atascosa County and was appointed as a Special Prosecutor in both Wilson and Frio County. Mr. Cavazos specializes...

Known across the state of Texas for his aggressive and tenacious courtroom style, Alfonso Cabañas, is the lawyer people choose when their freedom is at stake. Alfonso is the trusted criminal defense attorney for cases that other attorneys deem too difficult to win. Recognized as one of the 2023 Top Criminal Defense Attorneys in the United States and awarded the 2023 Best San Antonio Laywers Award, Alfonso continues to provide his clients with excellent representation.

St. Mary's University School of Law, 1999, summa cum laude
Mathews and Brancsomb, P.C. 1999-2004
Cox Smith Mathews 2004-2015 (Partner 2007-2015)
Dykema Cox Smith 2015-2018 (Partner)
Law Office of Rene D. Ruiz, P.C. (2018-present)

Board Certified in Administrative Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization (2013-Present)

Chair, Water Committee, ABA Section of Public Utility, Communication, and Transportation (2010-2015)

Chair, Water Committee, San Antonio Greater Chamber of Commerce, 2017

Mr. Good graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a degree in Communication with a minor in Business Administration and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s University School of Law. He is licensed to practice law throughout the state of Texas. Forrest Good PLLC stands out as an attorney due to his commitment to providing personalized service for each individual client he represents. He takes the time to get to know each client personally, understand their unique situation, and develop a strategy that best serves their needs. Mr. Good also prides himself on being...

Jodi Soyars is an Aggressive, Board-Certified Criminal Defense Lawyer in San Antonio. She has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Criminal Law Attorneys, by Best DWI Attorney as one of the top 10 DWI Attorney's in San Antonio, and by the American Family Law Institute as one of the Top 10 Female Family Law Attorneys in San Antonio. While working to defend her client's freedom (& careers) in the criminal law courts, Jodi Soyars saw a need to help protect her client's rights to their children & property in the...

Joe Hoelscher is an award-winning criminal and family law trial lawyer whose dedication to vigorously defending his clients has earned him national recognition. Having been involved with the legal system since his mother's disappearance and murder in 1986, Joe knows how tough court is on clients and families in need of legal assistance. As a result, he has dedicated his law practice to helping his clients navigate the legal system so they can gain closure and find peace. Hoelscher Gebbia Cepeda PLLC's holistic approach to client services frequently involves the use of experts and counselors to help clients develop their...

Bryan Joseph Fagan is an attorney specializing in family law, based in Houston, Texas. He is the owner of the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, which is a divorce law firm that specializes in helping individuals navigate the complex legal processes of divorce and family law matters. Bryan Joseph Fagan was captivated by the legal world from a young age and has extensive experience in family law. He has developed an innovative, paperless, and efficient approach to family law, placing emphasis on high-end service. Bryan has extensive experience in drafting marital property agreements, such as pre- and post-nuptial agreements. He is...

Steve Bowling was born in Corpus Christi, Texas and has been a lifelong resident of Texas. He is a graduate of Liberty University with a Bachelors of Science in Business Management and a Masters in Management. Mr. Bowling received his Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from the University of New Hampshire School of Law. Mr. Bowling is a Veteran of the United States Navy, serving on active duty from 1997 to 2007. In the Navy, Mr. Bowling filled numerous roles, including as a field training officer and watch commander for a military police unit at Naval Station Ingleside, Texas, where he...

Originally from the Thousand Islands region of New York. I relocated to Texas via the U.S. Air Force in 1988. I spent the first 15 years in Austin, prior to attending law school at St. Mary's school of law. Once licensed, I relocated to San Antonio.

Alex Aguirre, a highly experienced personal injury attorney in San Antonio, has dedicated over 20 years to safeguarding the rights and advocating for the best interests of numerous clients dealing with significant personal injury cases, both locally in his hometown of San Antonio, Texas, and across the nation. Our extensive experience in personal injury, accumulated over two decades, is at your disposal to assist you effectively. Take the necessary steps toward obtaining the assistance you need for your personal injury claim by scheduling your free consultation today.

Education St. Mary’s School of Law, San Antonio, Texas, J.D. – 2012 Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas, B.A. – 2007 Awards/Recognitions 2021 Top Family Lawyer- Scene In S.A. Magazine 2021 Best Female Lawyer- Scene In SA Magazine 2020 San Antonio “Best Family Law Attorney” & “Arbitrator/Mediator” by Scene Magazine 2020 Best Litigation Attorneys in San Antonio by Expertise 2019 Stars of Texas Bar Award for Series of Articles- Substantive Law 2019 San Antonio Top Criminal Defense Lawyer by Scene Magazine 2019 Best Litigation Attorneys in San Antonio by Expertise 2017 San Antonio Best Family Law Attorney by Scene Magazine (Under 5 years) 2017 Nominated by YMCA of Greater San Antonio for the...

Tom Crosley graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas in 1988, and earned his law degree from the University of Houston in 1992. That same year he was admitted to the bar in the State of Texas. Mr. Crosley is also admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Mr. Crosley is part of numerous professional organizations in San Antonio and the state of Texas. Mr. Crosley and his team at Crosley...

Russell Aldrich is the founder of the Aldrich Law Firm. His practice focuses on estate, probate, trust, power of attorney, and fiduciary litigation. Russell graduated from the Pennsylvania Law School with a Juris Doctor degree. He also holds a Master of Arts degree from St. Mary’s University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Austin. Additionally, Russell is a certified as a mediator through the Center for Public Policy Dispute Resolution at the University of Texas School of Law. Prior to law school, Russell enlisted as a Civil Affairs Specialist in the United States Army Reserve,...

I specialize in defending sexual assault and sexual harassment claims in the military. My expertise in these matters gives you a fighting chance to claim your life and career back. Thirty-seven days after 9/11, I raised my hand and swore to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States when I joined the United States Air Force JAG Corps. As a civilian military attorney, I continue to uphold that oath and defend my clients by using the Constitution to fight for justice. There are no sides to justice. There is only justice. I have seen a case...

I perform legal service the way I would want to receive it - in an honest and straight forward manner. I'm married with children, am active in my church and community, and enjoy playing golf and hunting when I'm not coaching youth athletics. Feel free to call me if you have a question. You and I might discover that your question is easier to answer than you thought or we might find that your question is just the tip of an iceberg. Schedule a meeting with me and you'll find that I'm fair and honest just like a friend or...

Holly R. Davis is a founding partner of Kirker Davis LLP. An accomplished and nationally-recognized family law trial attorney with over ten years’ experience, her legal practice focuses on high asset divorce, business and professional divorce, custody matters, and complex litigation. With a strong professional reputation for her litigation and courtroom skills, Holly has successfully represented cases ranging from multi-million--and even billion dollar—estates, to divorces involving family businesses and young professionals. Her core business philosophy is based on fidelity to the practice of law and a commitment to client service. It’s a perspective which has yielded significant success, particularly...

I am a Texas personal injury attorney who is dedicated to protecting the rights of my clients and standing up to powerful insurance companies. My practice areas include car accidents, wrongful death, and construction site injuries. I will advocate for your rights at every step of your case. I am passionate about pursuing the justice and compensation my clients deserve.

I am a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. I am among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the National Trial Lawyers Association. I am Peer...

Roxann has 25 years of municipal law experience. She worked for the City of Dallas for 14 years as an Executive Assistant City Attorney. She also served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney for 8 years and won national awards from the U.S. Department of Justice for her work to improve cities and reduce violent gun crime. After serving Dallas, she served as Harlingen City Attorney for 4 years. Roxann offices in San Antonio and now serves cities throughout Texas. Having lectured at 40+ national conferences all across America on municipal law -- she is known as an innovator, collaborator,...

Samuel grew up in South East Texas. He grew up in a very large family with 13 children. Samuel received his BS from Brigham Young University. Samuel graduated from the University of Houston Law School in 2004. Since then he has primarily practiced Social Security Disability Law, though he now also handles litigation. Samuel has personally represented thousands of clients trying to obtain disability benefits. Over his long career, Samuel has learned the art of oral advocacy. He has also learned what matters most in Social Security Disability cases. Most importantly he has come to love helping the families he...

Board Certified attorney, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Weaver has a focus on real estate law and complex business litigation, holding two board certifications: commercial real estate and residential real estate He has been engaged as an expert by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas. Businesses and families rely on him. Other Texas attorneys choose Mr. Weaver as their lawyer. He also built a real estate law firm where builders, developers, buyers, and sellers of real estate go when issues arise related to encroachment issues, easements, lien filing, lien removal, title disputes, and construction...

Mr. Liles’ background is somewhat unique. In addition to a law degree, he holds both an MS in Health Care Administration and an MBA. He also holds certifications in compliance and coding. Robert has worked on the provider side, as a Federal prosecutor and now represents health care providers and suppliers around the country in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and private payor audits and investigations. While working as a Federal prosecutor, he was asked to serve as the country's first "National Health Care Fraud Coordinator" for the DOJ’s, Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys. In this capacity, he advised prosecutors...

Brandon Wong is the owner of Brandon Wong & Associates, a family law firm in San Antonio. Brandon has dedicated his career to helping families through some of the most difficult times they will ever face. He is an advocate for his clients, and will fight tirelessly to get them the best possible outcome in their case. Brandon graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and he has been practicing family law in Texas since he was admitted to the bar. He is a member of the State Bar of Texas Family Law Section, and he has been...

Shannon Locke is a San Antonio, Texas criminal defense attorney. A former White Collar Crime Prosecutor he has been fighting for his clients accused of crime for the past fifteen years. During his time as a criminal defense attorney he has successfully tried murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault, domestic violence, and DWI cases.

He believes that a good lawyer is a good problem solver. Your criminal case poses a threat to your livelihood, your family and to your freedom. An aggressive attorney listens to your goals and develops a strategy for achieving those goals while advising you about your risks.

When you come...

In the last several years, Ms. Vance’s practice has included a central focus on family and marital disputes.

She promotes a gentler focus on marital termination, convinced that a family’s energies should be spent on the healthy development of children, rather than concentrating on marital angst. Ms. Vance works closely with mental health providers, so that clients can heal, rather than continue to wound those they do, and have, loved. As a result, the firm promotes collaborative law for marital disputes, whenever appropriate. When necessary, however, to protect families, Ms Vance's trial skills successfully promote the best interests of her...

Board Certified Family Law Attorney Rebecca J. Carrillo always wanted to be a lawyer. In school, she never let anyone be bullied and never let anyone sit alone in the cafeteria. From an early age, she had the idea that she could help and defend people. Family law delves into that cornerstone of her personality as there is nothing more personal than protecting someone’s family, assets, and estate. Her practice encourages honesty to and from the client. Unlike other firms, she does not prioritize her business over her clients’ individual needs. She is honest with clients about potential legal...

I handle each case personally and I firmly believe that the most effective defense can only be effectuated when there is a strong foundation of trust between attorney and client. I do everything in my power to earn that trust. I believe that every client deserves an attorney who they can pick up the phone and call anytime if they have questions or concerns throughout the case, as well as an attorney who will fight hard to get them the best possible outcome. That is what I'm here to do. E.R. Baez, JD is a Pastor and a Lawyer but...

Tychanika “Tycha” Kimbrough is the Founding Attorney of Kimbrough Legal, PLLC and an advocate for justice and social change. As a licensed Texas attorney, Tycha is a fearless, knowledgeable, and passionate advocate who commits to going above and beyond to serve her clients.

Tycha obtained her Juris Doctor degree and Professional Certificates in Criminal Law and Family Law from Baylor Law School. Tycha earned her Bachelor of Public Administration Degree, with high honors, from Texas State University.

While pursuing her law degree, Tycha interned for the Honorable Judge Hoffman at the 68th Judicial District Court, the Honorable Justice Alvarez at the Fourth...

Cynthia Hujar Orr uses her extensive experience to aid those across Texas facing a range of criminal charges. She is a highly respected member of the criminal defense community and has received numerous awards for her contributions to her field. She is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law, a distinction earned by less than 10% of attorneys. After earning her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Cynthia began studying law at St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio. She received her license to practice law in Texas...

George Dombart is an aggressive family and criminal attorney based in San Antonio, Texas who has has devoted himself to representing individuals who have been accused, investigated, or charged with State or Federal Crimes. The Law Offices of George B. Dombart has successfully represented the people of South and Central Texas for almost 20 years. George Dombart is passionate about making sure the rights of his clients are heard. He believes each person deserves fair treatment, and he works to ensure each client has a fair chance. He represents people in a variety of criminal defense cases, including DWI,...

Don Philbin is an innovative and tenacious mediator with a demonstrated history of resolving complex disputes. Recognized as a thought leader in Chambers USA, Who’s Who Legal, Super Lawyers, and Best Lawyers, Don is an elected fellow of the American Academy of Civil Trial Mediators and International Academy of Mediators. He has served as chair of the Texas Bar ADR Section, is a teacher, author, and developer of Picture it Settled®, a pioneering software tool akin to “Moneyball” for negotiation.

Laura D. Heard has practiced law in San Antonio, Texas for her entire career, spanning more than 3 decades. She is known for her motto: "Justice Flows from Truth, Compassion, Wisdom & Persistence." She is a Family Law Mediator, Divorce Attorney, Wills and Probate Attorney. Laura is tenacious and experienced, and also a great listener. She has handled hundreds of cases in Bexar County and the surrounding counties. She can help with child custody cases, property division disputes, alimony, child support, adoptions, executing new Wills, creating trusts, and probate after death. Laura is a family law Mediator...

As the former Judge of the 224th District Court, Bexar County, Texas, Judge Rene Diaz applies his 28+ years of civil litigation experience as well as his judicial experience and his training as a certified mediator/arbitrator to help guide cases to the best resolution possible. Judge Diaz has achieved a peer reviewed, AV Preeminent Rating with Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest possible rating for ethical standards and legal ability. He actively handles mediations and arbitrations of a wide variety of cases, including commercial litigation, personal injury, employment law, and family law, including divorce, child custody and child support cases....

Gerardo Menchaca is the lead immigration attorney of Escamilla & Poneck, LLP and is licensed to practice law in every immigration court in the United States. He has dedicated his legal career to helping people from all over the world deal with the complexities of the US immigration system. As an immigration attorney, his job is to help people become part of the best country in the world.

Gerardo is a graduate of St. Mary’s University School of Law, and has an economics degree from Texas State University. Additionally, he is a current member of the American Immigration Lawyers...