Brooks County Lawyers

More than 20 years as a trial lawyer and litigator in federal and state courts, both for the defense and as plaintiff, handling maritime and admiralty cases, oilfield cases, transportation cases, product liability cases, insurance cases, commercial disputes, suits against federal and state governmental entities and personal injury and wrongful death cases. Licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in Louisiana and Texas.

JS Whitworth Law Firm, PLLC is a full-service bankruptcy law firm with a focus on business bankruptcy cases and bankruptcy litigation. Ms. Whitworth primarily represents businesses in chapter 11 reorganization cases and chapter 7 liquidation cases. When bankruptcy is not the answer, Ms. Whitworth represents both individual and corporate clients in negotiations to resolve collection disputes. Ms. Whitworth also represents clients in commercial litigation in both state and federal courts in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas - including, Hidalgo County, Cameron County, Willacy County, and Starr County.

Judge John B. Martinez is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Judge Martinez has broad experience in representing clients, having worked on both sides of the docket. Judge Martinez also has a unique perspective on representation, having served as a County Court at Law judge for several years. Judge Martinez is currently the managing partner for Hilliard Martinez Gonzales LLP. Hilliard Martinez Gonzales is a nationally recognized firm for its representation in cases such as lead counsel in the GM Ignition switch litigation and Toyota Unintended Acceleration litigation.

Juan R. Zamora is a leading trial attorney in McAllen and the managing partner at The Law Office of Juan R. Zamora. He has years of experience litigating complex legal cases involving personal injury lawsuits, criminal defense charges, and family law issues. Since obtaining his Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Law, Attorney Zamora has helped countless clients obtain the legal resolution they needed. His success stems from the fact that he genuinely cares about all his clients. Known as “The People’s Lawyer,” he has built a reputation for tailed attention and compassionate care. Clients can rest...

Juan is from the town of La Feria, Texas where he grew up on a farm and ranch. His upbringing instilled in him the value of respect and a purpose to help others. These values helped Juan as he pursued his studies at the University of Texas Pan American and University of Texas, where he graduated with his law degree. Prior to practicing law in the great state of Texas, Juan had the privilege of working in Washington, DC in the U.S. House of Representatives and United States Treasury Department where he worked on national issues related to...

Texas personal injury attorney, Jesus “Jesse” Zambrano, established the Zambrano Law Firm with the goal of helping injured victims and their families. Mr. Zambrano found himself drawn to the practice of law because it allowed him to help people in their time of need. He relies on his strong leadership qualities to better serve his clients, offering zealous representation, and protecting their legal rights. In every case, Mr. Zambrano strives to get to the bottom of the issues at hand. He provides his clients with honest, ethical advice, and works to maximize recovery in every case, no matter how serious...

Criminal: Possession and Delivery; Assault; Murder; DWI; DUI; Probation revocation; Jail Release; Bonds posted; Falfurrias and Sarita Checkpoints; Illegal immigrants. Social Security Disability: Applications/Denials; Adult and children; Back: Heart; Neck; Fibromyalgia; Diabetes; High Blood Pressure; Depression/Anxiety. Accident & Insurance: Truck; Car; Motorcycle; Death; Fire; Homeowners; Long Term Disability; ERISA; Settlements and lawsuit.

Licenses: State Bar of Texas (#16069800) 1975 to present, State Bar of Tennessee (#25860); United States Supreme Court, United States Court of Claims, US Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, US District Courts of Texas, (Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western) (Federal Bar #2842).
• State Bar of Texas (District 11-A Grievance Committee, 1989-1995, Chairman, 1991–1995); (Texas State Court Rules Committee, 1995-1999, Vice Chairman 1996–1997); (Texas Lawyers Assistance Program, 1984-2013);
• SBOT CLE Speaker Presenter on Ethics, Grievance Rules and Procedure and Professional Life Challenges;
• Texas Bar Foundation-Sustaining Life Fellow;
• Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas;
• American Board of Trial Advocates (Charter Member-Advocate, Corpus Christi...

Octavio Salinas II brings forth an extensive legal and business background. He has handled hundreds of criminal and civil cases throughout Texas and the United States, settled multi-million dollar personal injury claims, and argued before the state and federal appeal courts.

Born in Dallas, Texas November 10, 1939. Graduated from North Texas State University (now University of North Texas) in Denton, Texas in 1967 with a BBA in Business Management. Graduated from Baylor Law School in 1967 with a Juris Doctor degree.

Practiced law in Dallas, Texas as an Assistant District Attorney in the Dallas District Attorneys Office from 1967 to 1969. Open private practice in 1969 in Dallas, Texas, specializing in criminal defense, family law, and probate.

Married, two grown sons, and two grandchildren, living in the DFW area. Currently reside in Harlingen, Texas for the past 35 years.

Samuel Reyes was licensed to practice law in 2008 and represents individuals in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. As a former prosecutor with the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office, Samuel has excelled with consistent successful results in Court in the various areas of law in which he practices. In 2010 Samuel Reyes went into private practice establishing his firm, Law Office of Samuel Reyes PLLC and was admitted to federal practice in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. With a focus on client satisfaction and results, the...

Rudy Santos is a proud Texan who is dedicated to the people of the state. He studied law at Texas Tech University and has been committed to practicing law in this community for more than a decade. With a focus on family law, he firmly believes that families are the heart of the Laredo community. As a lawyer dedicated to helping people resolve family-related issues, Rudy Santos is dedicated to assisting families in the community by providing the crucial legal help they need. He works closely with every client to create a personalized case strategy that is most likely to...

Former Robstown Municipal Court Judge, City Attorney and Councilman. Presently City Attorney in Sinton, Texas. General practice in Nueces County, San Patricio County, Jim Wells County and Kleberg County.

Mike began his legal career as a prosecutor at the Hidalgo County District Attorney’s office representing the State of Texas in the prosecution of Misdemeanor and Felony criminal cases. He learned to prepare cases for trial and go to trial on a wide variety of criminal matters. Mike was then recruited by a leading employment law firm, Aaron Pena & Associates in the Rio Grande Valley representing clients in all aspects of employment litigation. During his tenor at Aaron Pena & Associates he learned the civil aspect of litigation. Mike handled cases from the inception of...

Peter focuses his practice on providing cost-effective counsel to his clients before, during, and after some of the most difficult times in a family’s life. He has extensive experience working with individuals, families, executors, and trustees in estate planning and administration, probate matters, wills, trust, asset protection planning, and probate litigation. He takes a personalized approach with each of his clients to guide them through all phases of estate planning and the preparation of wills, trusts, financial or medical powers of attorney, and physician directives based on their specific goals. Peter also advises clients who recently relocated to Texas to...

EDUCATION Ms. Lesinski graduated from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi with a B.A. in political science and a minor in criminal justice. She then attended Southern Illinois University-Carbondale School of Law and received her J.D. degree. She was an associate editor for the Journal of Legal Medicine. Ms. Lesinski was awarded the W. Eugene Basanta Award for her professionalism from SIU. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Ms. Lesinski has a broad understanding of civil litigation as a result of her experience as a paralegal and trial attorney. Ms. Lesinski is well versed in construction law and has represented a wide range of clients from...

Our mission is to provide each client with the highest level of advocacy at a fair and reasonable cost. Whether it's divorce, trusts, or probating wills, our team has the experience and expertise to represent you and your interests. We proudly provide dedicated and highly personalized service to each of our clients.

This is a general practice office where I handle a variety of legal matters. My focus is on maintaining low overhead and providing high quality individualized service. I feel that this practice style provides the most value to the client. In my free time I coach high school volleyball in Oklahoma City and spend time with my greyhound. I attend St. Francis Catholic Church in Oklahoma City.

Kevin is a trial lawyer with over 2 decades of experience representing folks
catastrophically injured and the loved ones of those needlessly killed by the reckless conduct of others. He specializes in cases involving 18 wheeler or work truck crashes, workplace injuries in the oilfield or other jobsites, product liability cases involving unsafe and defective products (vehicles, consumer, etc), drunk driver and alcohol server cases, and many more. He has been recognized by clients and other lawyers as a successful and ethical trial lawyer. He is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization for Personal Injury Law. He...

Sara graduated from Texas Southern University's Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 2010. She went on to be the first intern at the prestigious Trial Lawyer's College in Wyoming which produces some of the most skilled trial attorneys in the country.

She understands the needs of injury victims as she spent the last nine years practicing criminal law in Brownsville. She represented hundreds of clients over that time.

As a result of her experience, Sara has been a chosen speaker for events for Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association, Lubbock Area Bar Association, Cameron County Bar Association, and the State Bar of Texas.

She...

Omar Ochoa, the founder of Omar Ochoa Law Firm in 2018, stands out as one of the country's most accomplished young trial lawyers. Operating from McAllen, Texas, he has garnered a national reputation for his extensive expertise in a diverse range of complex litigation. Areas of Expertise: Insurance Litigation: Omar excels in resolving intricate insurance disputes, demonstrating a formidable track record. Property Damage Claims: He expertly handles legal matters involving property damage, ensuring just compensation. Personal Injury: Committed to those affected by accidents or negligence, Omar provides robust legal support and advocacy. Professional Background: Omar's illustrious career includes representing clients in a wide range of legal...

I was born and raised in McAllen, TX and graduated from Col. James "Nikki" Rowe High School and the IB Academy. After graduating from high school I attended Texas A&M University where I was a member of the band and worked in the financial aid office. After my time at Texas A&M, I attended law school at Texas Tech University School of Law. While in law school I participated in mock trials, moot cout, and negotiations. I was also a member of the Administrative Law Journal, the only such journal in the state of Texas, and served on...

I am a 6th generation Texan and blessed because all of those generations were hard-working farm laborers--good people. I was born in the Texas Panhandle, in the small cattle town of Hereford and raised on an onion field in Rio Grande City, right on the Texas-Mexico border.

I studied business and economics for almost 10 years before I decided I needed a law degree to complement my profession as a consultant. Along the way, I learned that business, economics, law and onion fields all have one important thing in common: roots.

My life is God, family, and my profession, and...

Scott M. Ellison has been a criminal defense lawyer in Corpus Christi, Texas since 1993. Mr. Ellison is an experienced attorney who has tried numerous cases in both Federal and State Courts including capital murder and federal drug smuggling cases, all the way down to misdemeanors. He is one of the most respected criminal defense attorneys in South Texas, and continues to strive for the best interests of his clients. Regardless of your legal problems, Mr. Ellison will work efficiently and effectively on your case to get it resolved. With three Associate Attorneys and a full staff of employees who...