Early Lawyers

Shahzeen Karim is an accomplished litigator, well-known for her fervent support of her clients and her authoritative presence in courtrooms. Her deep experience in immigration law and her passion for impactful advocacy shape her proactive approach to legal practice. Her journey began in Chicago, where Shahzeen made her mark by handling various criminal cases, ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, in the courts of Cook County. Upon her move to Texas, Shahzeen honed her focus on immigration law. She initially worked with family-related immigration cases, helping clients with VAWA benefits, U Visas, hardship waivers, adjustment of status, and naturalization processes. Subsequently, she transitioned...

Valeri Malone brings two and a half decades of experience to her clients. She is a successful trial lawyer, who has earned the respect of her peers and the trust of her clients. Valeri is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University and Texas Tech School of Law. While in law school, Valeri was selected for early admission to Texas Tech School of Law’s advocacy program, the Board of Barristers and ranked first her in class. She was a National competitor. She is licensed to practice law in Texas and Oklahoma State and Federal courts. She has also been granted admission...

Protect yourself and your family with over 40 years of experience in and out of the courtroom. At Steven R. Guy & Associates PLLC, you will get a team dedicated to listening to your needs and achieving your goals. From family law to personal injury law and estate planning, our team is here to help. Steven R. Guy is board-certified in Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has also been recognized as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Additionally, Martindale-Hubbell has rated him AV for preeminent legal...

Scott Robelen is a Board-Certified personal injury trial attorney. Scott is a veteran litigator who has tried more than 300 cases to jury verdict over his legal career. Opposing counsel knows and respects that he will take meritorious cases to trial with extreme preparation and skill. Scott has extensive experience handling complex commercial litigation, industrial accident litigation, and catastrophic injury litigation. His verdicts have impacted the policies of police departments, correctional facilities, human resource departments, emergency rooms, universities, insurance, and corporations. Scott Robelen was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1989 and is licensed to practice in the United...

Matt Hawkins was born in Amarillo, Texas and raised in Pampa, Texas. Matt attended Texas Tech University and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition. After working in the legal field for a personal injury attorney, Matt attended Texas Southern University. He graduated Magna Cum Laude and obtained his J.D. in 2002. Matt found employment in the legal field for two years before partnering with Raymond Shackelford, III to form Shackelford, Hawkins & Associates, P.C.

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WE PROVIDE VERY AGGRESSIVE TOP NOTCH LEGAL REPRESENTATION in all Personal Injury; Wrongful Death; Texas Workers' Compensation Injury Claims; 18 Wheeler\Big Truck Injuries or Death; Medical Malpractice Cases; Unpaid Overtime Claims and Wrongful Termination cases. Additionally, we offer competent and experienced Criminal Defense for the criminally accused.

C. D. "Chuck" Cowan is a fifth generation native East Texan who knows the law, the language and the landscape very, very well. He was admitted to The State Bar of Texas in 1990 ; The U. S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas in 1991; The U. S. District Court, Northern District...

I have been practicing law in our community for over 20 years and have earned Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. At our firm, we think "outside the box" and give each case personal attention. If you have questions, call us any day, anytime. We are ready to help. My staff has extensive experience in the legal field, specifically with injury and death cases. Together, my team and I will be with you every step of the way to a positive resolution. At my firm, we go above and beyond. We also...

Mark Underwood is the owner of Underwood Law Office, Inc. He makes the world safer by representing victims needlessly injured by others.

His cases have ranged from the catastrophic, including: (1) the 2010 Upper Big Branch coal mine explosion that killed 29 coal miners where he represented 11 miners that suffered brain injuries; (2) the 2013 West TX Fertilizer Plant Explosion that killed 15 and injured 3300 where he represented 185 victims; (3) the 2014 Freedom Industries MCHM chemical spill that poisoned the water for 300,000 people in Charleston, WV where he represented six of 14 class representatives in the...

Lisa Renee Wilcox - Texas Licensed Attorney Experienced Corporate Counsel with strong entrepreneurial skills. Meticulous with detail and deeply knowledgeable with contracts, negotiation and intellectual property. Proficient in client management, cost control, case management software, contract negotiation, legal sales, remote operation, C-suite presentations, settlements, arbitration, co-counsel coordination. Excellent record of successful summary judgments. Selected Skills Settlement Negotiation Judgment and Decision Making Establishing Effective Relationships Verbal and Written Communication Eight Years In-House Legal Experience Legal Document Preparation and Review Client Representation and Advisement Discovery and Document Review Contract Review and Negotiation WestLaw Litigation Experience Summary Judgment Dispositive Motions Intellectual Property Law Corporate Law Legal Strategy Development Probate Law Estate Planning Professional Experience The Law Office of Lisa Renee Wilcox Owner and Lead Attorney –...

G. David Smith grew up in Muleshoe, Texas, a small West Texas town. He attended the University of Texas at the Permian Basin and obtained his bachelor's degree before attending Texas Tech University School of Law, where he obtained his law degree. He practiced in Odessa, Texas until 1989. He moved to the Dallas area and has since maintained a practice in Rockwall. G. David has been Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1990. His practice includes plaintiff personal injury trial law and mediation. He is...

Brian Corrigan is a dedicated board certified criminal defense attorney who has devoted himself to representing individuals who have been accused, investigated, or charged with State or Federal Crimes.

Corrigan has tried over 150 jury trials and handled several thousand felony and misdemeanor cases. Vast experience and trial experience in nearly every crime in the Texas Penal Code coupled with intimate understanding of every level of the criminal justice has resulted in repeated dismissals, plea reductions, acquittals, and dropped charges for Corrigan's clients.

Client after client discovers that Corrigan can often drastically minimize or eliminate negative consequences. Corrigan has particularly...

Aggressive, trusted, and proven San Antonio Criminal defense lawyer with 26 years experience handling state and federal criminal defense. Representing citizens accused of offenses ranging from murder, manslaughter, driving while intoxicated, intoxication assault, assault family violence, possession of controlled substances, smuggling of persons, and motions to revoke probation in state and federal courts throughout Texas including San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, Val Verde County, Del Rio, Texas, Kinney County, Brackettville, Texas, and Frio, Uvalde, Atascosa, La Salle, Medina, Guadalupe, and Wilson counties.

Don Flanary serves as a passionate defense attorney to those facing criminal charges in the San Antonio area and across the State of Texas. He believes that attorneys should serve as more than just counselors to those in difficult situations, but that they are obligated to fight tirelessly for the futures of every client, no matter how challenging the situation may seem. With a decade of legal experience, Don Flanary has taken on a variety of both state and Federal charges in Bexar County, TX. Some of these charges include misdemeanors, felony drug charges, white collar crimes, and federal...

As a committed attorney focusing on criminal defense and personal injury, I dedicate myself to delivering outstanding legal services to each client. If you're facing charges from a DWI, drug offense, assault, theft, or any other criminal issue, I am prepared to defend your rights and fight for the most favorable outcome. I also possess a broad background in handling various personal injury claims. Should you suffer injuries from an accident, I am here to assist you in pursuing the compensation you rightfully deserve, covering medical expenses, lost wages, and the pain and suffering endured. At The Castro Law Office, PLLC, I...

Miguel Dilley is an experienced personal injury attorney who handles wrongful death and product liability cases throughout Texas and the United States. His effective advocacy on behalf of injured victims has resulted in the monetary recovery of over $100 million in settlements for his clients who have suffered varying types of permanent injuries, from traumatic brain injuries, burn injuries, to the loss of limbs and life; all due to the negligence of others. In addition to representing clients involved in commercial vehicle and trucking accidents, Miguel also handles a wide variety of injury claims resulting from a dangerous or defective...

Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Immigration Attorneys for Conroe, The Woodlands, and surrounding Houston areas.

The firm of Duckworth & Ray, L.L.P. is on your side. We have been standing up for the rights of people charged with crimes in Montgomery County, Texas, and surrounding counties since 1998.

We will fight to protect your freedom and your good name. We have experience in handling all types of criminal cases and our results have earned us a good reputation with our clients, prosecutors, courts, and other defense attorneys.

I got into criminal law because I enjoy helping people. I never enjoyed family law cases because even if you get your client everything they want out of a case, chances are that they will still be unhappy. On the other hand, people who need representation for criminal cases are always thankful for the work you do for them and that is much more fulfilling to me.

But before that, I was just a college kid.

When I was in college, I studied physics, religion, mathematics and philosophy. After graduating, I played in a band and wrapped presents at Dillard’s for a...

Charla Davies is recognized for her client-centered approach and dedication to guiding families through complex legal matters—including divorce, child custody, child support, and enforcement of court orders. Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Charla empowers clients to reach resolutions that prioritize their family’s well-being and long-term stability.

Corey founded The Ferguson Law Firm in 2002. While in law school, he clerked at a prestigious Houston law firm, as well as for the Hon. K. Michael Mayes in the 410th District Court of Montgomery County, Texas. After graduating early and at the top of his law school class, he worked as a trial attorney at the Houston law firm of Lapin & Landa, L.L.P. He has also served in the civil litigation division of the Montgomery County Attorney's Office as an assistant county attorney. He has successfully tried and arbitrated many cases on behalf of individuals, corporations,...

I represent clients in Criminal Law and Family Law matters in Conroe, Montgomery County, Texas and throughout Texas. I defend in DWI, Criminal Defense, and Appeals. Additionally, I represent clients in family law proceedings such as Divorce, Child Custody, Adoption, and CPS cases. I have extensive experience representing clients in parole revocation hearings as well. Feel free to call my office to schedule a consultation or make an appointment. Yo hablo Espanol. Se usted necesita un abogado, yo puedo ayudar. Eu falo Portugues. Si voce precisa um avogado, eu posso ajudar.

I am an attorney with a focus on family law and criminal defense. I am deeply committed to advocating for my clients in challenging and emotionally charged situations, bringing a compassionate yet strategic approach to every case. In the realm of family law, I assist clients with issues such as divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence. Whether it involves negotiating settlements or representing clients in court, I am dedicated to protecting the rights and well-being of families, always prioritizing the best interests of children and promoting positive outcomes for my clients. In the area of criminal defense, I defend...

Morgan Bourque is the founding attorney of Morgan Bourque Attorney at Law. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Baylor University and a Juris Doctor (JD) from Samford University’s Cumberland School of law and South Texas College of Law.
Morgan has spent time as a prosecutor the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office and the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, and worked for the Department of Justice, United State’s Attorney’s Office, and Southern District of Texas. Since starting his own firm with his father Gerald Bourque, he has helped thousands of clients facing criminal, family law, and personal injury matters in The Woodlands...

Originally from Louisiana, Kimberly graduated cum laude from Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Before achieving her Juris Doctor Degree, she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, summa cum laude at Southern University, gaining the title of Student Marshall and the highest ranking graduate. Kimberly was accepted to the Texas State Bar in 2008. She is dedicated to helping her clients through the difficult time of divorce and/ or custody disputes and it is her goal to make this process a bit easier for them by letting them know their case is in the right hands. When Kimberly...

I have been practicing criminal law and procedure exclusively for the past twenty one years, first as a criminal prosecutor for six years and, as a defense attorney since 2005. I have been Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2011, and devote my practice to the defense of others. I have been selected as every year since 2017 as a Texas Super Lawyer in Criminal Law.

Committed to making quality legal services more accessible.

Matthew (Matt) Compton has a degree in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin. He graduated law school from the University of Houston Law Center in 2011 and has been practicing law in the Greater Houston Area since then. Matt is a licensed Patent Attorney and enjoys helping small businesses develop and manage their intellectual property and general small business legal needs.

An experienced attorney who takes pride in helping clients through a difficult time when they lose one of their loved ones by guiding them through the probate process. Nancy is very knowledgeable in tax law and is skilled in developing estate plans that meet you and your family's needs while providing asset protection and minimizing tax liability. Nancy is one of the few estate planning attorneys who is proficient in international estate planning, counseling clients who own assets outside of the United States, as well as advising the soon to be immigrants in navigating the tax system in...

Roy Rolong was born in Brooklyn, New York but grew up in South Texas. His parents immigrated to the United States from Colombia. As a first-generation American Roy excelled both in the classroom and as an athlete. He played soccer competitively and graduated from high school with honors. In 2005, Roy graduated cum laude from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida with a degree in Sociology and a double minor in Political Science and Business Law. In 2006, Roy started law school at South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. He became active in the Hispanic Law Students...

Siomara ("Sio") Ramirez Pitre is an experienced litigator with several years of experience both in the courtroom and in negotiating good and fair settlements for her clients. Sio grew up in California, and attended college there. She attended law school in Houston, and is proud to call the Houston area home. Sio handles all types of family law, including child support, modifications of support and visitation, and adoption. She is also a trained Texas Family Law Mediator. Sio is fluent in Spanish.

Represents clients as a criminal defense attorney in areas including DWI, Assault, Theft, Robbery and others. As a former Assistant District Attorney with the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office for 7 years, Jeff worked in the Felony and Misdemeanor Trial Bureaus as well as special divisions including Public Integrity, Special Victims and Internet Crime. Contact him for a free consultation.

Katherine "Kate" Bihm, previously known as Katherine Shipman, emerged as a prominent figure in Montgomery County's legal scene during her candidacy for the judge of the 9th District Court in the 2016 Republican primary. She practiced law under her maiden name until her run for office, where she became popularly known by the catchphrase, "Vote for Bihm, not for him." To accommodate the growth of her firm and to simplify how clients and supporters could connect with her, her practice was renamed from Katherine Shipman, PLLC, to The Bihm Firm, PLLC, in September 2016. Kate's career foundation was solidly built during...

Cynthia Huerta is a tenacious fighter. For over a decade, she defended insurance companies and trucking companies in court. She knows their tactics and strategies inside out, which gives her an edge when fighting for her clients’ rights. In 2012, Cynthia followed her conscious and began working for injured people. She has successfully helped many of them achieve victory and full compensation against large corporations. Her experience and knowledge are unparalleled, making her one of the most sought-after personal injury lawyers in the country. Cynthia Huerta is a tenacious personal injury lawyer who aggressively protects her clients’ interests. She provides first-class legal...

I have handled maritime injury cases for over two decades. I have tried injury cases in courtrooms throughout the United States under the Jones Act, General Maritime Law and seaman’s wage claim law, as well as general personal injury cases. I am an expert on maritime piracy cases and Longshore claims. We accept cases on referral.

I began practicing law in 1964, and over the years, I have represented local seaman’s unions, the National Maritime Union, individual foreign seaman throughout the world, the Indian Seaman’s Union, the Pakistani Seaman’s Union and more. I have assisted thousands of clients. I have received the highest civilian award from the United States Coast Guard, I have been selected as a Texas Super Lawyer multiple years, I served as the U.S. Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, I served as the Board Chairman of METRO, and I have been voted one of Houston's Top Lawyers for the...

I have been a lawyer for over 23 years. I first represented the other side of the docket for large corporate clients. I joined this firm over 15 years ago and began my life's work of representing working men and women. I am one of a small percentage of Texas lawyers who is Board Certified as a Personal Injury Trial Lawyer by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I am also a past chairman of The Texas State Bar’s Grievance Committee for District 4C. I have been named a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine, an honor shared...

Lee Wilson is a tax attorney whose primary practice focuses on tax controversy matters at the federal, state, and local levels. He represents individuals and businesses before the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Justice's Tax Division, the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, and various other state and local governmental taxing authorities.

Kaylee Rush grew up in rural east Texas and attended undergraduate university at the University of Texas at Arlington before settling in Houston, where she attended law school at South Texas College of Law Houston. While in law school, Kaylee earned multiple academic honors including the Dean's Merit scholarship and several CALI awards and participated in the Randall O. Sorrels Legal Clinics. Kaylee also completed a 2-year state district family court clerkship as a law student. Prior to law school, Kaylee discovered her passion for serving her community as a reporter for a small local newspaper, finding that the media we...

George Napier is a Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston, Texas. If you are facing serious criminal charges, you will want George on your team.

George has the experience to tell it like it is! George first gained experience while in law school at Louisiana State University. There he interned in the East Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney’s office and for the Harris County District Attorney’s office. Following law school, George worked for the Montgomery County District Attorney’s office as an Assistant District Attorney and Chief Prosecutor. George handled every misdemeanor case in the book including Driving While Intoxicated, Possession of Controlled...

Geoff Mayfield is a dedicated attorney who brings a straightforward, practical approach to the practice of law. For more than 15 years, he has focused his legal work on supporting small businesses and real estate investors in achieving their goals. Rather than chasing headlines or high-volume marketing, Geoff builds long-term client relationships grounded in trust, shared interests, and a commitment to financial success. He views his legal role as an extension of his clients’ business strategy—working side by side with business owners, property investors, and entrepreneurs to support growth, profitability, and operational clarity. Geoff understands that when clients seek legal help,...

Sharon M. Easley is a skilled divorce mediator and family law attorney. Having more than 30 years of legal experience, Attorney Easley vigorously works to help her clients resolve their legal goals without suing each other, without fighting, and without expensive lawyers. Located in Plano, Texas, Sharon offers free consultations to potential clients. For peaceful and affordable mediation services, call 469-406-4320.