Celeste Lawyers

Personal Injury Litigation

For over 50 years Lou Fouts has represented thousands of clients who have sustained serious bodily injuries, or the loss of a loved one by wrongful death. He works zealously to achieve fairness and justice in securing recoveries for his clients. His career and reputation are distinguished by excellence and compassion for his clients. Both clients and other attorneys have recognized his tenacity and determination for his clients. Lou Fouts earned his B.B.A from S.M.U. and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from The University of Texas at Austin Law School in 1970. While repersenting individuals who...

Affectionately known as Lulu to her family and friends, Lucy Fitzhugh brings a unique blend of Southern charm, tenacity, and legal prowess to Punchwork Law. Born and raised in the historic city of Natchitoches, Louisiana, Lucy’s journey to becoming a trusted member of the legal community has been marked by a passion for justice and a commitment to excellence. After completing her undergraduate studies in psychology at Louisiana State University, Lucy embarked on a transformative journey that took her from the bayous of Louisiana to the bustling streets of California. While in California, she immersed herself in the world of equestrian...

Joanna Whittaker, fondly called “Jo” by her close friends, is a dedicated attorney who has been an Arkansan through and through. Born and raised in Maumelle, Joanna attended North Little Rock High School (NLRHS) and later pursued higher education at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR), earning dual bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Criminal Justice, with a minor in Human Services. Joanna completed her formal education at the Bowen School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctorate (JD). Before her legal career, Joanna worked closely with children, gaining valuable experience as a church nursery worker, camp counselor, and...

Shay Rastegar, The Rastegar Law firm has been serving DFW metroplex for over 25 years. The Rastegar Law Firm areas of practice include injury accidents caused by auto accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, and more. Criminal defense cases on all levels and types **including Attorney Bail Bond and more. Family Law practice, including all divorces such as simple, no children and no property, but also high-level property and money and child custody cases. Immigration cases of all nature and levels.

I enjoy helping clients prevent foreclosure and receive maximum protection under the law. Naturally, it's a tough road that leads to a foreclosure situation, so our job is to help them out of the situation in the most painless, but also the most effective and beneficial way possible.

Gerald W. Livingston, native Dallasite. Served in the United States Army, Graduated Southern Methodist University - Dallas, TX with a LL.B. in Law.
Member of the Texas State Bar, the Dallas Bar Association, Tarrant County Bar Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association and past member of the State Bar of Texas District 6A, Grievance Committee in Dallas.
AREAS OF PRACTICE: Personal injury claims in all fields (30 + years experience); Employment Law; Business Law. Member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers Top 25 Specialty Associations and AV Preeminent...

I am Ryan Anderson, a determined litigator with a wealth of experience in various aspects of the legal process, including depositions, dispositive motion practice and hearings, case strategy, arbitrations, and trials. I am committed to delivering effective, client-centered representation across a range of issues such as contract disputes, business torts, and employment matters. Previously, I served as an associate at a national law firm where my primary focus was on first-party and third-party insurance defense litigation. In this role, I represented insurance carriers, companies, and individuals. This experience has provided me with a unique perspective that is invaluable in my current...

Described by colleagues as a “gym rat” in the courtroom, Bill Forteith still loves going into court and fighting for his clients in trial after almost forty years of exclusively practicing civil trial law. Trying hundreds of jury trials, his legal experience has literally gone from the cradle to the grave having represented clients involved in prenatal and neonatal care, daycare centers, nursing homes and even funeral homes. Yet trial work, such as automobile accidents and premises liability cases, excite him just as much as the more unusual cases. He believes that every client deserves the same passionate representation regardless...

John Jose has focused his entire career on helping clients who were seriously injured and those who lost loved ones in tragic accidents. He has deep experience handling cases arising from oilfield accidents, electrocution accidents, gas explosions, construction accidents, and heavy truck collisions, and accidents involving traumatic brain injuries. Clients want John on their side during these tough times because of his compassionate nature and his exceptional trial and negotiation skills.

Before opening the Law Office of Richard N. Johnston in Lewisville, TX, Mr. Richard Johnston was a partner and head of the litigation department at the Galleria Business Law Firm of Steinberg, Solomon, and Meer. AV Rated for 30 Years by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Johnston takes pride in providing the highest quality legal guidance possible to each and every one of his clients. The Law Office of Richard N. Johnston operates with the Highest Possible Peer Review Rating In Legal Ability & Ethical Standards and truly cares about the welfare of his clients. • S.M.U. Bachelor of Arts, 1960 •...

Fort Worth Criminal Attorney

License: Licensed with in Korean Bar Association since 2005 (2002YR 44TH NATIONAL LAW EXAM, JRTI 34TH) and Texas Bar Association since 2017. Major Practice Area: Regarding Korean Practice: Korean Law, International Arbitration, Litigation (Korean Court), Investment (Real Estate), M&A, Corporate Law, Business Law, Contract Law. Regarding US Practice: Business Law, Corporate Law, Business Set-up, Cross-Border legal issues, Immigration, Labor Law with corporation, Contract Law, Mediation

Michael Kelsheimer focuses his practice on the employment law needs of Texas businesses and executive employees. He recognizes that the cost and expense of litigation make resolving employment disputes challenging. To help avoid these concerns, he utilizes his experience in and out of the courtroom to prevent or quickly resolve employment disputes through proactive employer planning and timely advice. When a dispute cannot be avoided, Michael relies upon his prior experience as a briefing attorney for the United States District Court and his extensive experience in employment and commercial lawsuits to secure favorable resolutions for his clients. Michael has experience in...

Some examples of entities the firm has successfully prosecuted claims against include Abilene Psychiatric Hospital, Abilene Regional Medical Center, AmeriCredit Financial Services, Inc., Ashland, Inc., Baylor All Saints Medical Center, Baylor Medical Center at Southwest Fort Worth, Beverly Health and Rehabilitation, Inc., Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc., Carriere Trucking Company, East Texas Medical Center, E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company, ExxonMobil Corporation, Gateway Concrete Inc., Home Depot U.S.A., Inc., Kelly-Moore Paint Company, Kennedy Financial Services, MasTec North America, Inc., Medtronic, Inc., Schlumberger Technology Corp., SEI Investments Management Corp., State Farm, The Home Depot, Inc., Universal Insurance Exchange, Vanguard Utility Service, Inc.,...

Jimmy Ardoin believes in a commitment to excellence when representing his clients in both criminal and civil matters. He has tried numerous cases to verdict in both federal and state courts. That experience has helped his clients to be acquitted of the most serious of charges; to gain leverage in settlement negotiations; and to avoid trial all together by getting his clients’ cases dismissed. Jimmy was named a Texas SuperLawyer in the area of White Collar Criminal Defense in 2015. In 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 he was recognized as a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star...

Summary Statement Matthew E. Yarbrough is a renowned expert in digital discovery. He has 20 years legal and investigative experience working both as an Assistant U.S. Attorney and in private legal practice. He is a trial lawyer with extensive jury trial experience in both civil and criminal matters. The Yarbrough Law Group focuses on complex business litigation, including intellectual property, cybercrimes, government investigations, internal investigations, financial fraud, and technology-related litigation. Mr. Yarbrough served as head of the Cybercrimes and Criminal Intellectual Property Task Force for the Department of Justice and was tapped by former Texas Attorney General John Cornyn to be...

Samantha’s primary goal is to assist clients in their time of need, whether they were injured or need help navigating a complex family situation. Samantha understands that personal injury and family law cases are extremely emotional and stressful for her clients. There is no one size fits all solution so Samantha works with her clients to understand their specific circumstances and needs to find a solution that makes sense.

We are a full-service criminal defense and civil litigation law firm. Our criminal defense section focuses on protecting and defending individuals accused of state and federal crimes. Our civil litigation practice focuses on efficiently and effectively representing people and businesses to navigate the complexities of a civil lawsuit. Simply put, Gallian Firm protects your freedom and your business.

Personal Biography John K. Horany A BRIEF HISTORY Born Wichita Falls, Texas. Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Texas, 1986. Admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, 1986. Admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 1990. Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, 1996. Admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas, 2002. PRACTICE AREAS Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Nursing Home Liability, Medical Malpractice, Automobile Accidents and Injuries, Products Liability, Civil Rights and General Negligence Claims in...

Mr. Clint Broden is board certified in the area of criminal law and criminal appellate. His practice is limited to criminal defense work. He has received an "AV" rating from Martindale Hubbell, the highest rating available. He was voted by his peers as a "Super Lawyer" in criminal defense from 2004 - Current. From 2011 - 2013, D Best named him a "best attorney" in Dallas in the field of criminal defense. Although he handles all types of criminal cases, Mr. Broden specializes in complex, criminal cases in federal court at both the trial and appellate level. He...