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Patrick Short
Rockwall, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
California Western School of Law
Board Certified by Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Personal Injury Trial and Criminal Law. Patrick Short is a trial lawyer based in Rockwall County, Texas, the county east of Dallas County with over 40 years of experience representing clients in East and North Texas in personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, and selected civil litigation matters. Patrick is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and in Criminal Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is also Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization....
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Keith Spencer
Mesquite, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 38 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Keith Spencer is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Family Law. That Board Certification mark of excellence and distinguished accomplishment is attained by only one in ten Texas attorneys, and indicates that Keith has substantial, relevant experience and has demonstrated the same in family law cases. Keith was admitted to the Texas Bar in 1987. Mr. Spencer is a graduate of Southern Methodist University and holds Bachelor’s and Masters degrees in Communications from the University of North Texas. Keith is a Board Certified Family Law specialist. Mr. Spencer has practiced Family Law in Tarrant...
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Marc Christopher Lenahan
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
The Lenahan Law Firm serves only those who were severely injured or lost a loved-one to wrongful death. Marc Lenahan is a severe personal injury attorney only. Mr. Lenahan was named to the list of "100 Top Trial Lawyers" in Texas for 2007 & 2008 by the American Trial Lawyers Association, named a "Super Lawyers - Rising Star" for 2009, appointed to the Advisory Board of the National Crime Victims Bar Association for 2008 & 2009, has a Perfect 10.0 rating from AVVO.com, and was named a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. If you've lost...
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Metcalf
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 59 years of experience
Personal Injury, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Insurance Claims
Michael P. “Mike” Metcalf doing business as Metcalf Mediation & Arbitration Services is engaged in the practice of law that centers on the mediation and arbitration of civil disputes. Judge Metcalf has more than 40 years of legal experience that includes service in the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corp, as a District Attorney, District Judge and trial lawyer. Mike, a trial lawyer, is board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Civil Trial Law and Personal Injury Trial Law.
Judge Metcalf was a judicial pioneer who recognized the need for litigants to seek a resolution to their case...
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Ricky Recordo Robinson Jr.
Euless, TX Personal Injury Lawyer
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Insurance Claims
Southern University Law Center
Mr. Robinson is a personal injury attorney at McCormick Law Firm.
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Adam Steele
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
Attorney Adam Steele, is a personal injury attorney at McCormick Lawrence, licensed in Oklahoma. Adam's legal journey is marked by a robust and diverse professional background, coupled with an exceptional academic foundation.
Graduating from the University of California Law San Francisco in 2021, Adam has cultivated a rich portfolio of experience. He has worked as a policy researcher for a United Nations' non-profit organization and the Space Generation Advisory Council. His early career included a pivotal role as a summer legal clerk at a labor and employment law firm, where he contributed directly to the 2018 Instacart labor code violation class...
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Ryan Strobel
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Attorney Ryan Strobel is a pre-litigation personal injury attorney at McCormick Lawrence. With a BS in Business Administration and Finance from the University of Arkansas and a JD from the University of Oklahoma College of Law, Ryan brings a unique blend of business acumen and legal expertise to his practice.
Throughout his time at McCormick Lawrence, Mr. Strobel has consistently received praise from clients. He ensures that clients receive prompt attention and updates on their cases, instilling confidence and trust in his representation. Mr. Strobel’s negotiation skills further enhance his ability to advocate effectively for his clients' interests. Whether engaging with...
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Whitley Whitaker
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Whitley Whitaker, a native of Fort Worth, Texas, is an accomplished individual with a strong academic background. Graduating with Magna Cum Laude honors from Arlington Heights High School, Whitley excelled in dance and was a member of the National Honor Society. Throughout high school, she was an Arlington Heights Yellow Jacket Scholar.
In 2018, Whitley graduated Summa Cum Laude with her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from Texas State University in San Marcos. During her undergraduate years, she actively participated in organizations such as the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Alpha Chi National Honor Society, Alpha Kappa Delta...
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Persia Pourabbas
Euless, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
Persia is a Dallas native, born and raised in Plano, Texas. After graduating from high school, she went on to attend the University of Texas at Austin and fulfilled her dream of becoming a Longhorn. There, she double majored in History and Sociology and earned her Bachelor of Arts from UT in 2012. She then went on to attend law school at St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. Persia passed the Texas bar exam in 2016 and began practicing soon after. In 2017, she was admitted to practice in the Northern District of Texas as well....
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Jim Goff
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Business
Texas Tech University School of Law
Before opening Goff Law, PLLC, Mr. Goff practiced with a prominent personal injury defense litigation firm in Dallas. In his time fighting on behalf of the biggest insurance companies in Texas, Mr. Goff learned what insurance adjusters value most: giving you as little as you deserve until they are forced to. Mr. Goff has the unique perspective of knowing how the insurance companies value your doctors, your injuries, their risk, and your future. Let us handle your past and work with you on your future.
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James Mills III
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 51 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Business and Products Liability
Highly motivated litigation lawyer with broad-based experience in both entrepreneurial and law firm environments. Extensive experience in civil litigation involving plaintiff and defense catastrophic personal injury and death, business-to-business disputes, employment and commercial claims involving individuals. Accomplished leader known for his organization, focus, ability to work well with people of every level within a firm and for getting the best possible result for his clients.
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The Mills Law Firm 1985-present
Dallas, Texas
Represents clients in matters involving civil claims and litigation including those areas of personal injury and wrongful death consisting of auto, motorcycle and truck, construction, medical malpractice, premises liability...
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Brandy Austin
Arlington, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Baylor Law School
Brandy Austin is a founding member of the firm. Her practice specializes in personal injury, family law, small business litigation, and wills and probate. Brandy attended East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C. for her undergraduate degree. She majored in both English and Political Science. She went on to attend Baylor Law School and successfully completed Baylor's prestigious Practice Court program. She was part of Baylor's National Client Counseling Team and participated in their Moot Court Competition. Brandy went on to defend clients sued for medical malpractice, products liability, and personal injury. She has represented numerous clients at depositions,...
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Alex Walker Presti
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Immigration
Texas Tech University School of Law
Mr. Presti focuses his practice on litigation, primarily in the areas of personal injury, immigration, criminal and civil disputes. Mr. Presti has represented clients all over the great state of Texas. Mr. Presti has tried over 25 cases to jury verdict in counties such as Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, Denton, Harris, Hood, Lamar, and Titus. Mr. Presti is a champion for the underrepresented and underserved parts of the community. He has a track record of winning substantial recoveries for his clients and has successfully negotiated and resolved hundreds of cases for his clients.
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Andrew K. Strong
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer 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. Mr. Strong earned his law degree from the Texas Tech University School of Law, where he was a two-time recipient of the Kenneth H. Burns Distinguished Service Scholarship for his volunteer work in the local legal community. During law school, Mr. Strong served as the Director of Communications for the Texas Tech Board of Barristers, a student-led, invitation-only organization devoted to the promotion of the judicial system as a whole from alternative dispute resolution to jury trial....
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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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Julian Roman Escamilla
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 3 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
Julian Escamilla is a pre-litigation attorney at the McCormick Law Firm, based out of the Euless, TX office. He received his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary's University School of Law in May 2021.
Prior to joining the McCormick Law Firm, Mr. Escamilla worked for a personal injury law firm in the Dallas area. In law school, he was part of a criminal justice clinic, providing legal representation for indigent criminal defendants.
Mr. Escamilla is an ardent advocate for his clients, fighting to make sure they get the compensation they deserve after an injury.
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Garrett Gibson
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 3 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Insurance Claims
St. Mary's University School of Law
Garrett Gibson is a personal injury attorney representing injured parties across the state of Texas.
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Omar Juarez
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Insurance Claims
St. Mary's University School of Law
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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...
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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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Daniel Smith
Fort Worth, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Baylor Law School
Board Certified, Personal Injury Trial Law - Texas Board of Legal Specialization
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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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Melissa Dumas
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
The John Marshall Law School
Melissa Dumas is an personal injury attorney at the McCormick Law Firm. Originally from Indiana, she completed her undergrad at Indiana University. She majored in Criminal Justice with a minor in Art History. Ms. Dumas then went on to receive her Juris Doctorate from John Marshall Law School.
Ms. Dumas has worked for several Personal Injury law firms in the San Antonio area. She is known for being an aggressive advocate for her clients.
Ms. Dumas has lived in the San Antonio area for 10 years. She is married, and has two children.
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Greg Marks
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 38 years of experience
13355 Noel Road, Suite 1370
Dallas, TX 75240
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Southern Methodist University
Greg began his career as an engineer for offshore drilling companies. While he enjoyed the problem solving he did for his company, he desired to help others. It was this desire that lead him to SMU's Dedman School of Law, where he graduated in the top 15 percent of his class. Upon graduation, Greg went to work in a prestigious downtown Dallas firm, representing large businesses, doctors and insurance companies. While this experience on the other side of the courtroom has proven invaluable, Greg soon realized he wanted to represent individuals and their families. For more than...
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Austin Smith
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Personal Injury, Business, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Texas Tech University School of Law
Austin Smith focuses his practice on litigation and dispute resolution. Austin has experience in handling a wide variety of matters in state and federal court, involving complex commercial and business disputes, fraud, personal injury, and criminal matters including white collar crime. From 2017 to 2018, Austin was honored to serve as a law clerk to the Honorable Judge Amos L. Mazzant in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. With Austin has been consistently selected by BestLawyers as “One to Watch” (2020-2022) and Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2021-2022) - a recognition that only 2.5%...
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Marissa Maggio
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Emory University School of Law
Marissa Maggio is dedicated to advocating for individuals who have suffered injuries. With over 25 years of legal experience and Board Certification in personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, she is a strong advocate for those injured due to others' negligence. Marissa vigorously represents clients against large insurance companies and corporations, both in state and federal courts. Her practice focuses on cases involving severe injuries from workplace accidents, trucking, motorcycle, and bicycle collisions, as well as defective products. Before entering personal injury law, she gained expertise in Environmental Law and Intellectual Property while working at...
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Tamara Brock Segal
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 25 years of experience
Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Boston College Law School
Tamara owns and manages the law firm of Brock & Goetzmann. She has over 30 years of business experience combined with over 22 years of legal experience in diverse areas of law, including, products liability, medical malpractice, including birth injuries, cerebral palsy, personal injury, including car accidents, business formation, contracts, wills and trusts, asset protection – estate planning, negligence, car accidents, on-site injuries, contract enforcement, and employee/employer agreements. Tamara will discuss your case and explain the process in detail so you know what to expect along the way. Email or call her for a free initial consultation to answer any...
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Lance Caughfield
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Appeals, Business and Insurance Claims
University of Texas - Austin
An appellate specialist with a broad base of experience on both sides of the bar, Lance handles matters in State and Federal courts at both the trial and appellate level, including business litigation, insurance coverage, personal injury and complex litigation matters.
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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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Jeremy Robert Cronin
Euless, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 14 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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Amber August
Euless, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 1 year 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.
Amber is resilient and determined to ensure the rights of her...
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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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Jane Mapes
Mesquite, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Jane Mapes has been practicing law for 26 years and has devoted her practice to Family Law for the past 16 years, in Texas. Prior to relocating to Texas in 1996, she concentrated on real estate and personal injury law in the State of Florida, where she went to law school, and was admitted to the Bar in 1988. Upon moving to Texas, Ms. Mapes was admitted to the State Bar of Texas, and began practicing with a general practice law firm in Grand Prairie, where she familiarized herself with the courts in Tarrant and Dallas Counties. Jane then joined...
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Anne Christine Clary
Mesquite, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
St. Mary's University School of Law
Christine Clary was raised in Bridgeport, Texas and graduated from Bridgeport High School. She discovered a passion for law while working in her father’s law firm and competing in speech and debate tournaments on the weekends. Christine went on to graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. After college, Christine worked for Dr. Phil McGraw at his trial consulting firm, Courtroom Sciences, Inc. Christine then attended St. Mary’s University School of Law, where she was active in the Student Bar Association and mock trial competitions. During law school, Christine also interned...
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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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Shawn S Hashemi
Carrollton, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Construction, Insurance Claims and Products Liability
Texas A&M University School of Law
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David Ragsdale
Dallas, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims, Nursing Home and Products Liability
David Ragsdale has more than 29 years of experience as a personal injury lawyer. Ragsdale Law Firm represents individuals and families injured in car wrecks, truck/18 wheeler accidents, motorcycle wrecks, drunk driving accidents, slip & falls, and all other types of personal injury cases. Ragsdale Law Firm also represents families of loved ones due to the wrongful death of their family member. Contact our firm for a free consultation about your case.
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Joel M. Vecchio
Plano, TX Personal Injury Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Joel M. Vecchio has focused his practice in representing the residents of Texas in their personal injury claims for more than 20 years. He has been immersed in every aspect of personal injury law since he passed the bar in 2001.
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Michael Galyen
Bedford, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 4 years of experience
Personal Injury
Texas A&M University School of Law
Michael Galyen is the firm’s Executive Vice President and a trial attorney practicing out of Bailey & Galyen’s Fort Worth, TX office. Michael specializes in personal injury litigation, representing those who have been hurt in Work Injuries, Truck Wrecks, Car Wrecks, and Premises Liability matters. Michael prides himself on client satisfaction and zealous representation for his clients throughout his time practicing at Bailey & Galyen.
Michael has secured multiple seven-figure recoveries on behalf of his clients, earning himself a place in the “Million Dollar Advocates Forum”. Moreover, Michael was named to the National Trial Lawyers “Top 40 under 40” which is...
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James Martin Bridge
Bedford, TX Personal Injury Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Business, Criminal Defense and Family
Mr. Bridge serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Firm Managing Attorney at Bailey & Galyen, one of the largest consumer law firms in Texas. A dedicated leader and experienced attorney, James has been instrumental in driving the firm’s success and overseeing its operations.
James earned his undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University (TCU) and went on to graduate from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in 1998. During law school, he demonstrated his leadership abilities as the President of the Student Bar Association and as the President of his legal fraternity.
With a proven track record in litigation, James is a...