Avery Lawyers

James Tawney is a native of the Southwest dedicated to serving his community. He was born and raised in Arizona where he attended Northern Arizona University and graduated summa cum laude. He received his juris doctorate degree from Texas Tech University School of Law where he graduated magna cum laude. As an attorney, his career is dedicated to serving people in his community who have been injured or killed, or wrongfully terminated.

Robert Chisholm's law practice focuses on representing disabled veterans in the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims and before the Department of Veterans Affairs. Robert has been representing disabled veterans since 1990. During his extensive career, Robert has successfully represented veterans before the Board of Veterans' Appeals, Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

Robert is a founding member of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Bar Association and served as President of that organization for the year 2002-2003. Mr. Chisholm served as the President of the...

We are a boutique family law firm that gives each client the individualized attention they deserve. Our commitment is to our clients, so when you work with us, you can expect to be heard. By working together, we can find a solution that is unique to you and your situation.

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.

Jessica graduated summa cum laude from Texas State with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Criminal Justice. She then attended Texas Tech University School of Law and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence with a concentration in Criminal Law and Innocence. Jessica attended Texas Tech University School of Law and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence with a concentration in Criminal Law and Innocence. While in law school Jessica was two-time President of the Criminal Law Association, President of Tech National Lawyers Guild, an Advisor on the Diversity Advisory Board, a research assistant, served in the Student...

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...

The Law Offices of Blake Fulton Quackenbush have established a professional reputation nationwide for strength, experience, strategy, and unparalleled dedication to our clients. Our lifetime commitment to fairness and justice strikes the perfect balance between compassion and aggressive assertion of our clients’ rights. The founder, Blake Quackenbush, graduated from the prestigious William S. Boyd School of Law. He competed nationally in ADR moot court, interned for the governor of Utah, and also researched and wrote for two federal court judges. Mr. Quackenbush is a published author and has engaged in many public speaking events.* He assisted the former Dean of the...

Aaron von Flatern is the co-founder of FVF Law and an Austin personal injury lawyer. He co-founded the firm in 2014 to provide accident victims with care and compassion, vital education, superb advocacy, and transparency. These values help Mr. von Flatern educate all accident victims about their legal rights and options. Mr. von Flatern represents accident victims injured in all types of incidents arising from the negligence of others. He handles car accidents and all other types of personal injury cases. Mr. von Flatern has seen many successes in his career. He has tried many cases successfully and settled several cases for over...

Austin Family Law Attorney Melissa Williams has a comprehensive understanding of Texas family law. For over 24 years, she has provided clients throughout the state with high-quality legal services. As a result, she has a comprehensive understanding of this complex area of law as well as a long track record of success. In fact, she is a board-certified family law attorney, meaning she is an expert in this practice area. Attorney Melissa Williams genuinely cares about her clients and will do everything she can to help you achieve your legal goals. Whether you are seeking alimony, trying to adopt, going...

I was born in Alexandria, Virginia. Originally, my family is from Argentina, both of my parents having immigrated to the United States in 1976. I grew up in varying parts of the country, including Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., Boston, and Houston. In 1999, I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a Spanish minor. I went on to obtain my J.D. with a concentration in General Civil Litigation from Baylor Law School in Waco, Texas, after which I moved back to Austin to practice with the law firm of Burns,...

Karl Seelbach is a LegalTech founder and seasoned litigation attorney with over 17 years of experience in the courtroom, representing clients in personal injury, business, and employment litigation. He is a skilled advocate and a tenacious fighter who handles cases with precision and an eye towards trial from day one. His adversaries describe him as "skilled" and "whip smart." But Karl's legal expertise doesn't stop there - he's also the founder of Skribe.ai, a software platform for capturing testimony that's changing the game for attorneys and their clients. Prior to launching his own law firm in 2015, Karl worked as a...

If I were to think of one word to describe myself, it would be “dedicated”. When I take a case, I pride myself on providing the best level of service that I can, and leaving no stone unturned in getting the best result possible for my client. I chose to practice primarily in the fields of family law and juvenile law because I have a genuine desire to help my community, and I feel that I can be an asset to anyone seeking representation in those areas. I put a strong emphasis on customer service: I return calls within...

Founding attorney Russ Baker has more than 15 years of experience helping clients with their most complex legal matters. He has a long history of litigation experience, and he is never afraid to go to court to fight for his clients’ rights. Russ Baker was born in Arlington, Texas in 1974. In his early years, he was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America, and he earned the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout. Mr. Baker is a graduate of Texas Christian University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. His educational background in biology uniquely qualifies him...

I am a former prosecutor, and have been practicing criminal law since 2007. I am an aggressive trial lawyer that will fight for your rights! I was recently voted best criminal defense attorney, best criminal appellate attorney, and best juvenile attorney in Hays County.

Richard Ursha has always had a passion for practicing law, from an early age. He worked hard to put himself through law school, working various jobs throughout his studies. He has worked as a federal law enforcement officer during the way while attending law school at night. As the son of a GM factory worker and a hairstylist, he stays true to his humble, down-to-earth style of interacting with clients. He understands that those charged with crimes are people like us, people who deserve our respect and compassion. Throughout his career he has stayed true to this personalized and compassionate...

Losing a job for reasons that appear to be unreasonable or possibly illegal can be a devastating experience. Being sexually harassed, retaliated against, or wrongfully fired from a job can leave you justifiably confused, upset, and frightened about your future. What you need right now are answers, preferably from someone who knows exactly what you can do to protect yourself and your family. You need a true advocate. Someone who believes in protecting the rights of employees and who has the knowledge and experience to do so effectively. That's Where We Come In. We help...

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,...

Harold J. Danford brings over 25 years of DWI & Criminal Defense experience to his clients. He has successfully handled thousands of cases, represented hundreds of clients at trial, and won numerous cases on appeal. As a former prosecutor, he has vast experience fighting all kinds of criminal charges and he is the only former Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety's DWI/ALR Program who now defends those charged with drinking and driving. He has been included in such lists as "The Top Attorney's of North America," rated as "Lead Counsel" for Drunk Driving Defense by ThomsonReuters, and his...

Wyatt Wright handles trucking and auto accident cases and other consumer related matters. Mr. Wright is licensed to practice law in eleven states (Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Texas, Washington and Wyoming) 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, such as the American Bar Association’s Military...

O. (Oscar) Rene Diaz: With over 35 years of civil litigation experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from my time as the former Judge of the 224th District Court in Bexar County, Texas. I am fully bilingual (English & Spanish), and my training as a diplomat, working in the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Latin American Affairs, along with my background training as a certified mediator/arbitrator allows me to effectively guide cases towards the most favorable resolutions. I have been honored with an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting the highest standards in both ethical...

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...

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.

I was born in Lafayette, Louisiana and moved to San Antonio, Texas in the Summer of 1987 with my mom and younger brother. That was the year that Mom, the late Jo Ann Dauphin Moore, was recruited by former Mayor Henry Cisneros as the first Executive Director of Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) of San Antonio. As a child, I often accompanied my mom to work, where I learned the value of community service and community leadership. As a result, my family and I began to see San Antonio as home. Although time with my mom was cut short by her sudden...

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...

Dustin started law school at the College of William and Mary in 2011. He excelled in law school and finished his first year in the top 10% of his class. Thanks to his superior performance, Dustin was able to transfer to the University of Texas Law School in 2012 and graduated from UT with his Juris Doctorate degree in 2014. During his time in law school Dustin gained a sound understanding of the law and how it can be used to help individuals without a voice achieve justice.

During law school, Dustin worked at the Packard Law Firm in the Social...

My name is Brian Maverick and I am an attorney in San Antonio, Texas. I attended the University of Notre Dame where I majored in Math and obtained a minor in Computer Science. I worked as an actuary for a year before attending law school. In 2003, I received my Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Houston Law School. After law school, I started working with my father, Chilton Maverick. In 2009, I became Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. In addition to helping...

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...

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...

The Hacker Law Firm was established in 2005 in San Antonio, Texas by Paul Steven Hacker. The Firm’s mission is to deliver exceptional value to its clients by providing legal advice and services that result in optimized outcomes for its clients. It proudly provides practical and creative advice in both formal conflict resolution in litigation and agreed outcomes in compromises and settlements. Paul Steven Hacker, the founder of the Hacker Law Firm, was admitted to practice law in Texas by the Supreme Court of Texas in 1993. His legal experience is extensive and varied. Mr. Hacker...

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.

JOHN R. WALKER is a Partner in SBSB's Houston office. For the past almost twenty-five years, it has been my privilege to represent insurance and employer interests focusing on the defense of claims brought under the Longshore and Harbor Act, the Defense Base (DBA), the Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) Instrumentalities Act, the Jones Act, and General Maritime and Admiralty Law. Additionally, John also has extensive experience in First Party Insurance Defense matters, representing employers, insurance carriers, and third parties in State, Federal and Appellate courts. Prior to joining the firm, John handled First Party Insurance Defense,...

After working at Houston mega-firms, Corpus Christi and Victoria mid-size firms, and two different Courts of Appeals, Leslie A. Werner opened her own firm in Victoria, TX, in 2007 under The Soliz Law Group, her then-married last name. Leslie has taken what she learned from her variety of experiences and has not only become a well-rounded attorney but created a firm that has embodied the best attributes of her previous workplaces. Her experience at the 1st and 13th Court of Appeals and her association with the Texas Board of Legal Specialization for Civil Appeals has allowed her to be the...

Tom Ajamie is an internationally-recognized trial lawyer who has successfully represented clients in complex commercial litigation and arbitration. The authoritative Chambers USA has described Tom as “relentless, energetic and intelligent” and a “hard-working and successful trial lawyer who never quits.” He has handled a number of high-profile cases, including groundbreaking securities and financial cases, cross-border litigation, business contract disputes and employment issues. Tom has won two of the largest awards ever handed down by an arbitration panel for investors, including a $429.5 million award. He has also won a record $112 million civil RICO jury verdict.

Tom is regularly invited to...

Jeff Rasansky is an attorney passionate about giving a voice to those who have been personally injured or harmed by the negligence or wrong-doing of others. Relying on over 20 years of courtroom experience, Jeff represent clients in significant civil lawsuits across the country from business disputes, birth injuries, trucking accidents to injuries caused by dangerous products. Texas educated, Jeff earned his law degree at Southern Methodist University – Dedman School of Law in 1990 after receiving his undergraduate Bachelors in Business Administration degree from the University of Texas at Austin in 1987.

Javier Perez is an award-winning bilingual attorney and community leader who has dedicated his professional life to helping people in their time of need. His practice is focused on Employment Law and Personal Injury cases. A seasoned litigator and passionate advocate for equality and social justice, Javier represents his clients with an unrivaled combination of determination, compassion, and ability. Mr. Perez provides his clients – who come from all walks of life – with the high caliber representation they deserve. Javier is a two-time president of the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association, founded its Judicial Diversity Committee, and has been...

Ben “Mr. Dismissal” Michael is the founder of Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys, a premier white-glove criminal defense firm committed to achieving exceptional outcomes for clients across Texas. With a team boasting over 200 years of combined legal experience, Michael & Associates has successfully handled thousands of cases—securing dismissals, reductions, and acquittals in both misdemeanor and felony matters statewide. The firm’s reputation for excellence is backed by an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a perfect 5-star rating on Google, earned from more than 670 client reviews across all locations. Unlike most defense firms that rely on just one...

Nicholas Gibson is the founder and managing partner of Gibson Law Group, a distinguished litigation and business law firm, and My Estate Law Group, an estate planning law firm. With an impressive track record spanning over a decade as a top-rated attorney, Nick is committed to delivering unrivaled client-centric solutions through meticulous legal strategies tailored to each unique case. Having honed his skills at prestigious large-scale law firms, Nick’s passion for building enduring client relationships led him to establish his own practices. Through his personalized and attentive approach, Nick ensures that every client receives unparalleled attention and guidance throughout their...

Not just a lawyer, Madalína is a counselor at law. She knows the law, but she makes a particular effort to know her clients. Clients facing criminal charges often feel distraught, angry, or vulnerable– they need a source of strength and guidance. Madalína is client-oriented and prides herself on being accessible and responsive, treating every client as though they are her only client. Diablita Criminal Defense clients engage with the Attorney herself, not an endless cycle of assistants and paralegals. When clients call, Madalína answers. While Madalína is accommodating with clients, she’s unflinching with the State. Her powerful courtroom presence and...

When Kurt Arnold represents someone, he’s all in. He’s won billions for his clients. In fact, he has recovered more than $1 billion in a single year multiple times and shattered records with his historic verdicts and settlements. He has helped clients recover losses after major maritime disasters such as the Deepwater Horizon and the El Faro. For Kurt, no fight is too difficult or complicated. He refuses to take “no” for an answer. When something bad happens, Kurt fights for his clients, no matter what. He never backs down, no matter how big the challenge. Kurt co-founded Arnold & Itkin...

Robert J. Wiley is dedicated to advocating for employees in Employment Law disputes across the State of Texas. Rob represents clients before administrative agencies in addition to state and federal courts. Recognized for his experience, knowledge and skill, Rob is a Board Certified Specialist in Labor and Employment Law.

Rob received his B.S. from Vanderbilt University, and earned his J.D. from Tulane University School of Law. He has been honored as a Texas Super Lawyer and Rising Star since 2012.