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Charles Steven Dunn
Lubbock, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice
Biography of Charles Dunn Lubbock, born in Abilene Texas on February 18, 1955. In 1977, received his BA from Abilene Christian University where he graduated cum laude. Mr. Dunn obtained his Law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law JD in 1980. In the same year, he also received his licensed to practice by the State Bar of Texas. In 1982, admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas. In 1987, he was admitted to practice before the U.S.Court of Appeals, for the Fifth Circuit and also received his license to practice in...
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Justin Charles Roberts
Tyler, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Products Liability
St. Mary's University School of Law
Justin focuses his practice on personal injury litigation, as well as mass tort litigation, where he specializes in helping individuals across the country who are harmed by recalled or unsafe pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices.
Justin has been recognized as a “Top 40 Under 40” attorney by several organizations, including The National Trial Lawyers, The American Institute of Trial Lawyers and The American Academy of Attorneys. He is a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, a Fellow of The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, and a Member of the Texas Bar College honorary society.
Prior to joining Roberts & Roberts, Justin practiced...
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Miguel Angel Adame
Cypress, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 23 years of experience
Personal Injury
South Texas College of Law
Miguel Adame founded his own law firm in 2005, partnering with Johnny Garza in 2011. Adame Garza’s primary focus since its inception has been securing financial compensation for those injured or killed by the negligence of others. Miguel prides himself in being able to represent both English and Spanish-speaking clients from the beginning of a claim throughout litigation.
Miguel graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science in 2000. He earned his law degree from the South Texas College of Law Houston in 2003. He is admitted to practice in all Texas state courts...
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Cory Daniel Itkin
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Maritime
University of Houston - Main Campus
Cory Itkin is one of the most aggressive and prepared trial lawyers in the country with experience ranging in maritime accidents, trucking accidents, plant explosions, and other high-stakes personal injury cases. Cory has won verdicts and settlements for his clients in more than two dozen states. He has also obtained favorable results in high profile litigation such as his clients who lost loved ones or were injured in the BP Deepwater Horizon explosion.
Some of Cory’s best work has been on the cases that presented the biggest challenges. Cory has won jury verdicts in excess of $1 million in at least...
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Chessica Croskey
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Attorney Chessica Croskey serves as a pre-litigation attorney at the McCormick Law Firm, where she is devoted to helping injured victims navigate the legal process with confidence and care. Based in the firm’s Euless office, she plays a vital role in developing each case from the ground up—advocating for fair outcomes, negotiating effectively with insurance carriers, and guiding clients through one of the most difficult times in their lives.
Known for her thoughtful approach and strong attention to detail, Attorney Croskey works closely with clients, medical providers, and case teams to ensure every matter is positioned for success. Her ability to...
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John Holman Barr
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims, Insurance Defense and Medical Malpractice
Super Lawyers: 2006 - 2015 National Board of Legal Specialty Certification Practice Areas: Personal Injury - Products: Defense (60%), Professional Liability: Defense (20%), Personal Injury - General: Defense (20%) Law School: St. Mary's University School of Law
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Stephen Wayne Shoultz
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Stephen W. Shoultz is a Dallas injury attorney and a founder of the Law Office of Stephen W. Shoultz. Attorney Shoultz has been working in the legal field for nearly 35 years. He is among the select group of Texas lawyers to be Board Certified in the area of Personal Injury Law. Mr. Shoultz’s peers have recognized him with the Martindale-Hubbell® rating of AV Preeminent®. He holds memberships with organizations including the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice and Dallas Trial Lawyers Association. Contact his firm today to find out more.
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E. Lynette Stone
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Lewis & Clark Law School
Attorney E. Lynette Stone's background includes extensive work in complex trials, mediations and arbitrations in state and federal courts nationwide.
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Lauren Jobin
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Insurance Claims
St. Mary's University School of Law
Lauren V. Jobin is the founding attorney of Jobin Law, PLLC. She is licensed to practice law in both Louisiana and Texas.
Lauren has been practicing in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for the last decade and serves on the board of directors for the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association and Texas Trial Lawyers Association. She is actively involved in leadership in the legal community. Prior to starting her own firm, Lauren successfully litigated complex catastrophic injury cases while working with reputable Plaintiff’s personal injury firms. It was from that experience and mentorship that she realized her primary focus was to be her...
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Jared Mullowney
Fort Worth, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Texas Tech University School of Law
The Barber Law Firm is a full service personal injury law firm that helps injured victims throughout Texas receive the compensation they deserve. Jared earned his law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law. While in law school, Jared competed in nearly every advocacy competition the school hosted—ultimately winning a national championship in the 2012 National ABA Arbitration Competition. Jared was elected as Vice Chair of Trial Advocacy on the Texas Tech Board of Barristers, an invitation-only organization that helps students develop advocacy skills at all levels of a case. Jared graduated with honors and was inducted into the...
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Kimberly Vermillion Wright
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Baylor Law School
Ms. Wright is an experienced litigator and advocate. Her direct approach and prompt communication have earned her the trust of her clients and the respect of her peers. Though she is trained as a trial attorney, Ms. Wright attempts to keep her clients out of the courtroom if possible for their benefit, both financially and emotionally. If going to court is necessary, Ms. Wright is trained and ready to be your advocate. She will prepare you thoroughly for each next step.
She is a goal-oriented attorney, and firmly believes in client involvement and keeping clients informed. One of the first requests...
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Robert C. Slim
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Insurance Claims
Dallas / Fort Worth area trial attorney specializing in representing victims of wrongful death and serious personal injury since 1994. Free initial consultation and personal case review. Phones monitored 7 days per week.
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Jonathan Kyle Findley
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
South Texas College of Law and The University of Texas School of Law
A licensed attorney in Texas and Louisiana, Kyle Findley helps to lead clients of Arnold & Itkin LLP to obtaining exceptional results. Kyle attended the University of Texas in Austin as a sixth-generation Texan. He graduated with honors and received a Bachelor of Arts in government with business foundations. After graduation, he spent time working for a national real estate firm, specializing in investment sales and representing high-net-worth individuals and institutions. While his time in real estate allowed him to gain develop invaluable negotiation skills, which resulted in the closing of one of the largest transactions at his firm,...
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Doreen Appiah
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Insurance Claims
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Doreen Appiah is a personal injury attorney at the McCormick Law Firm.
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Micajah Daniel "Caj" Boatright
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Texas - Austin
Attorney Caj Boatright grew up in Sweetwater, a small town in west Texas. He attended Southwestern University of Georgetown, and graduated cum laude with Honors as a double major in Political Science and History. He earned his J.D. from the University of Texas Law School, where he also met and became friends with Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin. Following law school, Attorney Boatright worked for the largest firm in Fort Worth, where he handled cases related to all types of litigation and appellate matters. In 2006, he joined Kurt and Jason at their small firm, Arnold & Itkin...
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Victoria E. Alford
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Maritime
South Texas College of Law
Victoria Alford joined Arnold & Itkin LLP in 2011. Today, she spends much of her time guiding the firm’s newest clients through the initial steps of their case while handling her own caseload. Victoria is the first point of contact for almost all clients and is a key part of the firm's—and the client’s—success. Most of the firm’s record-setting cases involve clients whom Ms. Alford spoke to when they first called for help, like a young man who suffered life-threatening injuries in a refinery accident. He eventually reached an $87 million settlement.
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Adam Dennis Lewis
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
South Texas College of Law
Adam Lewis was born in Clear Lake, Texas. Due to his father’s employment in the oil and gas industry, Adam moved to various places such as Louisiana, Nigeria, Scotland, and England. After graduating high school in England, Adam returned to his roots to attend Texas Tech University. While there, Adam pursued History and Political Science before receiving his diploma in 2008. After graduation, he went to Houston, Texas, where he worked in numerous legal industries such as pharmaceutical litigation and litigation support and technology.
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Jake Michael Ramey
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(214) 989-4030
10,000 North Central Expressway
Suite 400
Dallas, TX 75231
Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Texas Tech University School of Law
"I have spent my entire career representing people who have been injured due to the negligence of others. I will aggressively represent my clients to the very best of my ability, and treat them with respect." Mr. Ramey has an AV® Preeminent Rating – the highest rating available from Martindale-Hubbell, the leading independent attorney rating entity. An AV® Rating signifies that the lawyer has reached the heights of professional excellence. Mr. Ramey graduated from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1998 with an MBA/JD degree. He has practiced civil litigation for the past 15...
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Geoffrey Brian Dashner
Irving, TX Personal Injury Attorney
Personal Injury
University of Tulsa
Geoffrey graduated Cum Laude from Southwestern Adventist College with a BBA in Business Management in 1992. He attended The University of Tulsa College of Law where he obtained his Juris Doctorate in 1995. He has handled well over twelve thousand personal injury cases.
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Martin Rubin
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 47 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Martin J Rubin has practiced law in the State of Texas since 1977. Martin J Rubin currently represents persons with criminal cases and traffic tickets. If you need an occupational driver's license or expunction of a criminal record call my office. Graduate of SMU Law School and Cornell University.
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Marco Sanchez
New Braunfels, TX Personal Injury Lawyer
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Business, Divorce and Family
University of Akron School of Law
Mr. Sanchez is licensed in Texas and Nevada and practices law in both states. He began his legal career working for a mid-sized law firm in Las Vegas, Nevada practicing in corporate law, business structuring, and estate planning. Mr. Sanchez taught seminars on Asset Protection, Tax and Estate Planning, and business strategies for companies around the country.
After several years he decided to go on his own, opening his own practice that handles personal injury law, family law and civil litigation. After years of practice, he decided to move back to his hometown of New Braunfels, Texas and open...
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Timothy Robert Reilley
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Business, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Texas Tech University School of Law
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Jason Allen
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law
Jason Allen is a pre-litigation personal injury attorney at McCormick Lawrence, where he is dedicated to providing top-tier legal representation to clients who have been injured due to accidents and negligence. Mr. Allen's commitment to justice and client advocacy defines his work at the firm, making him a trusted and reliable legal professional. His diverse background and unwavering commitment to his clients make him an invaluable asset to McCormick Lawrence.
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Amber August
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law
Amber August is a pre-litigation attorney at McCormick Lawrence. After graduating from the UNT Dallas College of Law in May 2021, she began her legal career, driven by a commitment to seeking justice for those injured in an accident.
Her credentials speak volumes about her dedication to excellence. Licensed to practice law in Texas and Oklahoma, and also as a Texas Notary Public, Amber stands prepared to navigate the intricacies of every case. Additionally, her pursuit of alternative dispute resolution is evidenced by her completion of a rigorous 40-hour mediation training.
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Marilee Hazel Brown
New Braunfels, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Juvenile
Texas Tech University School of Law
As a former assistant district attorney and successful private practice owner, Marilee Hazel Brown provides clients broad expertise in the legal process and a depth of trial experience when cases cannot be resolved outside the courtroom. She makes a difference by looking beyond the ordinary to find creative solutions that work to the best interests of her clients. In private practice, her experience is drawn from having handled hundreds of cases in the tri-county area.
For the past ten years, Ms. Brown has built a family law and personal injury practice that has helped hundreds of clients successfully resolve high-conflict disputes....
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Farzad Zare
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 20 years of experience
(213) 663-2627
400 S. Zang Blvd
Oak Cliff Tower, Suite 350
Dallas, TX 75208
Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
SMU Dedman School of Law
Experienced Attorney Licensed in Iran and Criminal Defense Attorney in the State of Texas
Having successfully handled complex legal matters in Iran, I am well-prepared and have transmitted my skills and expertise to the U.S. legal system. My admission to the Texas Bar reflects my dedication to expanding my professional horizons and serving clients within the United States.
Drawing on my extensive legal experience, I offer a comprehensive skill set that spans various practice areas, including civil litigation, contract negotiations, corporate law, torts, and regulatory compliance. I pride myself on my analytical abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills, which...
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Paul Edward Campolo
San Antonio, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 40 years of experience
Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
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Julio Paredes
Arlington, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Julio Paredes is a Licensed Attorney under the Texas Bar Association, and is a Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).
He graduated with High Honors and obtain his Juris Doctor from the UNT College of Law in Dallas, Texas. Mr Paredes also has a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from the University of Texas at Arlington, where he graduated with the Highest Honors.
Upon obtaining his law license, Mr. Paredes opened up his own law firm and has been representing many people in all aspects of immigration, auto accidents, family law, criminal law, real estate...
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Jeffrey Scott Hoover
Fort Worth, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Products Liability
St. Mary's University School of Law
Jeff is not your ordinary lawyer. I guarantee, if you go visit some corporate office and come visit Jeff afterwards, your instincts will tell you he is the right guy for you. He is a successful small businessman that actually cares for his clients, not the money.
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Wade Sparks
Fort Worth, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Personal Injury, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Texas Tech University School of Law
I was born and raised in Tarrant County and have spent the last ten years advocating for clients in both criminal and injury cases. In criminal cases, my ultimate goal is always dismissal. When it comes to injury cases, I strive to ensure that my clients receive outstanding medical care and that they recover the maximum amount possible for their injuries. See my reviews and visit my website www.lawspartan.com. Call or text anytime for a free confidential consultation 817-371-3250
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Wade Sparks, The Law Spartan
1103 North Main St.
Fort Worth, TX 76164
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David Morris
San Marcos, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
South Texas College Of Law and Texas State University - Texas State University-San Marcos
Graduated from Texas State in 1979 with a degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Specialty. Doctorate of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law in 1983. Maintained an active Civil and Criminal Defense practice until 2007 when concentration was devoted to civil work including personal injury, probate, guardianship, real estate, corporate and business law, through the present.
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Sandra Lynn Sprott
Arlington, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Sandra L. Sprott is currently a solo practitioner and owner of the Law Office of Sandra Sprott, P.C. in Arlington, Texas. Ms. Sprott represents diverse clients in the fields of collections, small business planning, and commercial/consumer litigation. She also devotes her time representing clients in the areas of family law, landlord/tenant disputes, estate planning, and probate matters. From 2008 to 2013, Ms. Sprott was a Managing Attorney at the Law Office of Ben Abbott, P.C., in Garland, Texas. In this role she provided counsel and performed a full complement of legal activities in the plaintiff personal injury field....
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Daniel Morris
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 29 years of experience
Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
I primarily represent people who are injured on the job or as the result of someone's negligence. We can help if your employer is a subscriber to workers compensation or even if they are a non-subscriber.
I've been helping people with injuries since 1996. I am fluent in Spanish. We can also help with criminal, family or immigration issues.
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Joey D. Robison
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 32 years of experience
300 Centre St
Dallas, TX 75208
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Nursing Home
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Joey Robison attended the University of Texas at Austin where he earned a bachelors degree in political science. He earned his doctorate of law at Oklahoma City Law School. Mr. Robinson has spent his entire career representing victims of negligence regarding their claims against insurance companies.
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McKenna White
Euless, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
McKenna White is a skilled attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and pending licensure in the State of New Mexico. With a passion for justice and a strong educational background, McKenna is committed to providing exceptional legal representation to her clients.
McKenna earned her Juris Doctor (JD) degree from St. Mary's University School of Law in 2022. Prior to pursuing her legal career, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Secondary Education from Texas State University in 2019. Her diverse educational background equips her with a broad perspective and a comprehensive understanding of...
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Jeremy Robert Cronin
Euless, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
California Western School of Law
Mr. Cronin has represented an array of clients, including both Plaintiffs and Defendants, in California State and Federal District Court.
Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Cronin was an Attorney in San Diego, California at a number of insurance defense and plaintiff’s personal injury firms. Throughout his legal career, he has successfully resolved numerous cases involving complex business, personal injury, and professional liability matters, as well as various other issues. During this time, he has gained extensive experience in handling pre-litigation matters, as well as all aspects of litigation, including conducting/defending countless depositions, successfully arguing dispositive Motions, and resolving disputed...
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Stafford Sadler
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 1 year of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
Stafford Sadler is a pre-litigation at the McCormick Law Firm, based in San Antonio, TX. His unwavering commitment to justice and diverse legal background, spanning personal injury, business litigation, family law, and estate planning, allow him to provide a unique perspective when representing clients.
In his personal life, Mr. Sadler enjoys the outdoors, whether he is playing tennis, pickleball, skiing or exploring new and diverse places while traveling. He also has a keen interest in history, architecture, and animals. His love for adventure and embracing different cultures has created an open-minded and inclusive perspective that he brings to his practice.
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Jose Fabian Quiles III
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Jose Quilles III is an accomplished attorney with a wealth of experience personal injury litigation. He is currently a litigation attorney at McCormick Lawrence, based out of the San Antonio office.
Mr. Quilles received his Juris Doctorate from Quinnipiac University School of Law in May of 1997. He is licensed in Connecticut, the District Court of Connecticut and the Western and Southern Districts of Texas.
Before starting his legal career, Mr. Quilles worked as a claim adjuster for two major insurance carriers. He also worked as a defense attorney for a major insurance carrier. This experience provided him with invaluable insight...
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Bryce Evan Pearcy
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Insurance Claims
Texas Tech University School of Law
Bryce E. Pearcy, a native of Granbury, Texas, is devoted to helping injured clients in DFW and around the country. After obtaining a Government degree from the University of Texas at Austin, Mr. Pearcy went back to his West Texas roots and received his JD from Texas Tech University School of Law. Mr. Pearcy worked with the Dispute Resolution Center and obtained qualification as a Texas Mediator while in law school.
After law school, Mr. Pearcy moved to San Antonio to serve as an Assistant District Attorney with Bexar County. As a prosecutor, Mr. Pearcy tried dozens of misdemeanor criminal cases...
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Ashlyn Nassar
Euless, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 3 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Pepperdine University School of Law
Ashlyn Nassar is a personal injury attorney at the McCormick Law Firm. Ms. Nassar received her Bachelor of Arts Degrees in Political Science and Criminology from the University of Florida. She earned her law degree from Pepperdine Law School and simultaneously received a certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Straus Institute.
Before making the switch to personal injury law, Ms. Nassar worked at the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office in Downtown Los Angeles. During her time there, she worked in Sex Crimes, Complex Child Abuse, and the Preliminary Hearing Unit. She brings the same compassion, empathy, and communication skills...