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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

I am one of the founder's and a lead trial attorney of Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys. I focus my practice on cases of catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death, primarily dealing with 18-wheeler, ride-sharing, and company vehicle crashes.
I have served as lead counsel on many wrongful and serious injury cases, delivering results for clients harmed by the actions of giant companies and insurance carriers.
My successful litigation on behalf of Texas families has led to national recognition by organizations such as Super Lawyers, a publication of Thomson Reuters Corporation (Texas Rising Star for 2018-2020), Best of the Bar’s Top...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

For the past 40 years, Attorney George Scharmen has been practicing criminal law and representing all types of cases. In the last 25 years specifically, he has set his practice solely on DWI cases, which has allowed him to gain an immense amount of knowledge on the subject. Not only that, but he actually was a founding member of the National College for DUI Defense, which is an organization in place intended to preserve justice for the rights of the accused. In addition, he was a founding president of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Due to his...

Ronald Ramos established his practice in 1982 after earning his Doctorate of Jurisprudence degree from the Thurgood Marshsall School of Law. His practice consists largely of personal injury plaintiff work including car and truck accidents, work place accidents, dog bites and animal attacks. He assists individuals and business throughout the state of Texas with his principal office located in San Antonio, and an additional office in Laredo, Webb County, Texas. He assists clients by phone, fax, and email, as well as in person. He, along with the other attorneys in the office strive to make themselves available for questions and advice...

Wayne Wright handles trucking and auto accident cases and other consumer related matters. Mr. Wright is licensed to practice law in eight states (Arizona, Illinois, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska, Tennessee, and Texas) plus the District of Columbia. Mr. Wright has been named as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association and is a life member of both the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. Wright also serves as a leader in providing legal services to pro bono programs and is a frequent speaker at lawyer CLE programs nationwide.

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...

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...

CREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE:

-Over 22 Years Experience as a Trial Lawyer in San Antonio, Texas
-Graduated in Top 10% of class at St. Mary’s School of Law
-Staff Writer and Editor of St. Mary’s Law Journal
-Author of Numerous Articles in publications such as St. Mary’s Law Review and San Antonio Lawyer Magazine
-Formerly worked at Texas Fourth Court of Appeals
-100's of hours of Continuing Legal Education in relevant Practice Areas
-10.0 Perfect Rating from AVVO.com Lawyer Rating Website

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...

Board Certified in Criminal Law, AV Rated, tried over 100 jury trials and a published author, I wrote the book on DWI defense. Before you talk to ANY lawyer get a copy of my DWI Survival Guide, A Citizen's Protection Manual for a DWI Arrest. While other lawyers "advertise" expereince I will show you how my trial experience of over 100 trials can help in your case. My name is Stephen Hamilton; I am a Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney who focuses on DWI cases. I have spent my almost 20 years of practice...

Michael Baseluos is licensed in Texas, New York, and New Jersey. He worked as a commercial and employment litigator for several well-known defense firms in the Northeast before starting the Baseluos Law Firm. He has been involved in complex environmental litigation, auto accident lawsuits, vaccine injury, and medical malpractice litigation. Mr. Baseluos is a West Point graduate and served for nine (9) years as a captain in the United States Army and Texas National Guard. Mr. Baseluos is conversational in Arabic, and he takes Spanish language lessons to serve the Hispanic community. Mr. Baseluos has seen first hand the effects of...

Steven was born in Chicago and raised in the Rio Grande Valley. He is a proud Longhorn, attending the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in journalism. After college, he joined friends in Los Angeles and spent a few years pursuing a career in film and television.

After L.A., he was called back to Texas and began working in the City of San Antonio’s Economic Development Department. There, he helped small and minority-owned businesses compete for lucrative City contracts.

Fueled by his passion for championing the underdog, Steven attended Baylor Law School, graduating with honors. While in law school, he was an...

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,...

Benjamin always had a deep desire to understand how things work and to help others. After gaining an understanding of the law through school, and an even more refined understanding through practice in and out of the courtroom for five years with matters relating to real estate, probate, and business, Benjamin is now able to help clients solve their legal challenges when it comes to taking care of a deceased loved one's estate, achieving their real estate goals, and bringing about business objectives.

Attorney Chance McGhee has been working with clients experiencing financial difficulties for over 20 years. Committed to helping clients get a fresh financial start, the Law Offices of Chance M. McGhee offers cost-efficient, considerate, and compassionate bankruptcy counsel in San Antonio and throughout Texas. Experienced Consumer Bankruptcy Lawyer Attorney Chance McGhee is a highly respected bankruptcy attorney in the San Antonio area and beyond. He served as the past Treasurer for four (4) years and is currently a Director of the San Antonio Bankruptcy Bar Association. He is a member of the Federal Bar Association and licensed to practice Federal Bankruptcy Courts...

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...

Rosendo Parra III is the managing attorney at the Parra Law Firm, which is a full service law firm based in San Antonio. The firm proudly serves clients and their families throughout the state of Texas. Rosendo is dedicated to providing his clients with highest level of service at affordable rates. Through every stage of your matter, he will work tirelessly to protect and defend your rights with the utmost care. Contact him today for a free consultation!