Ellis County Lawyers

Cynthia Williams has been practicing law in Tarrant County since 2000. She opened her private practice in Bedford, Texas in 2003. She worked as a Big-8 Tax CPA for approximately 10 years before becoming an attorney. She has been a Board Certified Tax Attorney since 2005.

Paola is an accomplished attorney at our firm, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to our personal injury practice. With a bachelor's degree in political science from New Mexico State University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of North Texas Dallas College of Law, Paola is well-versed in legal theory and practice. During her time in law school, she honed her skills further by obtaining a certificate in Global Arbitration Law and Practice from the School of International Arbitration, Queen Mary University of London. Paola's professional journey has been marked by dedication and excellence. With a background in the...

Cagney McCormick zealously represents injured plaintiffs across the United States. He is the only Personal Injury attorney in Texas to be licensed in at least 7 states and one federal district. Mr. McCormick is a native of the South Dallas area growing up in Ellis County. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, and graduated in three years with dual degrees in Government and American Studies. After graduation, Mr. McCormick joined Dell Inc. where he quickly became a top sales representative in the company’s non-commercial department. He attended evening classes at St. Mary’s School of Law in San...

Rasha divides her practice between labor and employment litigation and compliance and personal injury and premises liability defense. Rasha began her career at an employee-side labor and employment firm, where she represented plaintiffs in cases involving federal and state discrimination and retaliation, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Texas Workforce Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, the National Labor Relations Act, breach of contract, non-competition agreements, and other statutes and regulatory bodies. Rasha’s background as an employee-side attorney has been an advantageous...

Mona has combined experience in immigration, criminal, and family law. At Goranson Bain Ausley, she focuses on LGBTQ+ divorces and custody cases, child support enforcement cases, and same-sex second-parent adoptions.

Kyle Mathis is the Chief Operating Officer at McCormick Law Firm. He has settled over $20 million worth of personal injury cases and is known for the volume and complexity of cases he has settled over his career. Clients have referred to Mr. Mathis as “professional and patient” and praised his ability to resolve cases in a timely manner. Prior to joining McCormick Law, Mr. Mathis worked for a large firm based in San Antonio as both a manager and litigation attorney. Mr. Mathis received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2013, and also...

Jeff is an experienced litigator, mediator, and collaborative law attorney. He manages the full range of family law issues, with special capabilities in high-net-worth business and complex property cases.

Tommy Hastings is a Texas certified personal injury attorney who handles medical malpractice, prescription drug and defective medical device lawsuits. Mr. Hastings is experienced in standing up for those who have been injured through no fault of their own. If you've been the victim of medical malpractice, a defective medical device, or any other type of personal injury, turn to attorney Tommy Hastings.

We are one of the very few firms in Texas that almost exclusively handle medical malpractice. We are one of less than 5 that have been founded since tort reform. Furthermore, we have a reputation among the...

Shawn Fox is a Personal Injury and Civil Trial Lawyer and is licensed to practice as an attorney by the states of Texas and Pennsylvania. Acknowledged as a Texas Rising Star, his practice is focused on protecting the rights of the injured.

Quentin Brogdon is a Fellow of the invitation-only International Academy of Trial Lawyers, American College of Trial Lawyers (Vice-Chair, Texas State Committee), and International Society of Barristers. He is listed in the Best Lawyers in America in Personal Injury Litigation (Lawyer of Year, Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiffs, Dallas/Fort Worth 2023), and he is board certified in personal injury trial law and in civil trial advocacy. He has been a Texas Monthly Super Lawyer every year since its inception, and he has been a Top 3 Texas Monthly Super Lawyer in Texas. Lawdragon Magazine selected him as a "500 Leading Plaintiffs’...

My firm provides immigration services focused on achieving client's goals and providing a positive client experience. At my firm, you will always receive one-on-one guidance during every stage of your case. Unlike large law firms with an extensive staff, you will always work directly with me. Whether you wish to call, text or email, I will always remain accessible. My goal is to offer a superior level of attention to each individual I represent — simply because that’s what I would want.

Kate is an Attorney at McClure Law Group. Kate practices exclusively family law, including cases involving premarital and post-marital agreements, divorce, post-divorce modifications, custody disputes, parenting plans, and child support. She is also trained in Collaborative Law.

With a sharp focus on leading her clients to the best possible outcomes, Kate encourages her clients to look forward during an emotionally and financially draining time in their lives. Recently, she negotiated a settlement where a stay-at-home parent of 20+ years was awarded the marital home in spite of a premarital agreement that may have prevented her client from receiving credit for the...

Experienced federal criminal trial lawyer. A former federal prosecutor in Texas. Exclusively practicing in federal criminal court. Lead counsel in hundreds of federal criminal cases. Specializes in mail and wire fraud, bank fraud, securities fraud, money laundering, health care fraud, conspiracy, and cryptocurrency violations. Extensive experience in federal forfeiture matters, having handled hundreds of forfeiture matters over 25 years. Served as Asset Forfeiture Chief at the United States Attorney's Office. Representing clients involved in cryptocurrency businesses since 2015. Attorney Spencer is also practicing in white collar crimes defense, and cryptocurrency compliance. Client focused. Results focused.

Robert Epstein is an experienced family law attorney with the strategic capabilities, creativity, and intense drive to resolve challenging cases both in and out of the courtroom. He guides clients with diverse goals and financial circumstances through all types of family law matters. Clients count on Epstein to outhustle adversaries and create proactive game plans to maintain control of their cases and resolve them favorably. Epstein’s constant communication and supportive nature are highly valued by clients. He has received numerous awards throughout his career.

Mr. Clark provides outstanding legal services in the areas of family law and personal injury matters, and he makes himself available to take your calls and answer client questions seven days a week. The firm represents individuals living in Dallas, Collin, Denton, Tarrant, Rockwall, Kaufman, and Ellis Counties. Mr. Clark is also licensed to practice in the Northern District of Texas' United States District Court. Whether you are going through a divorce, settling a business matter, or fighting for compensation following a major injury, you can rest assured that as a client of Clark Law Group, your legal team will...

Anita helps divorcing clients build a solid foundation for a better future post-divorce. Effective and strong, Anita focuses her practice exclusively on Family Law matters, including divorce litigation, collaborative law, mediation, child support, and modifications. With over 2 decades of law practice and a no-nonsense approach, Anita has proven herself to be an outstanding advocate for her clients and their children.

Divorce is a time of great distress and worry and oftentimes feels overwhelming and out of control. Despite that, you need to make decisions that affect every aspect of your future. Anita helps you understand all of your...

My chief passion is to revolutionize the way legal services are delivered, particularly intellectual property (IP) and technology law. I am an evangelist for change in how law firms are structured to provide a different kind of experience for not only clients, but also professionals in the legal industry. One of my greatest career achievements is our firm twice winning honors as one of the best places to work in Dallas, as recognized by the Dallas Business Journal in 2010 and 2011. As part of this mission, we have embraced conscious capitalism (sometimes called purposeful capitalism) and...

Jerry Wood has been practicing law for over 35 years. He has dedicated his entire career to criminal defense work, including taking over 100 criminal cases to trial. Jerry is familiar with the criminal procedures and courts in many areas outside of the western Fort Worth metro area, including Weatherford, Cleburne, Decatur, Graham, Mineral Wells, Granbury, Stephenville and Jacksboro.

Yadira Zepeda is from the Rio Grande Valley where she earned a Bachelors degree in Political Science, a minor in Psychology, and a Social Studies Composite. Prior to practicing law, Yadira taught History in the South Texas public school system, and interned with the 13th District Court of Appeals and the 360th District Court Judge in Tarrant County. After graduating from law school near the top of her class, Yadira Zepeda went on to practice Immigration where she has since handled an extensive number of cases amounting to over 2000 and counting. Being a first...

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.

Chris Stoy is a founding partner at Hutchison & Stoy, PLLC in Fort Worth, Texas. Mr. Stoy is a Fort Worth native. Mr. Stoy spent the first part of his career defending insurance companies. He now uses that knowledge to help people who have been injured by the negligence of other people or companies. Mr. Stoy has tried numerous cases in state and federal court and has handled many multi-million dollar cases. If you need help with a personal injury matter, contact Chris Stoy at (817)820-0100 or visit his website at http://www.warriorsforjustice.com

Chris is an experienced trial and appellate attorney respected throughout the State of Texas who is frequently called on to handle high-profile matters. He served as Chair of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas and has worked to reform and standardize custody and possession rules statewide. Chris is well known for his appellate experience and deep understanding of marital property laws. He is especially adept at dividing business ownership and ensuring value and security for the non-owning spouse. Dual Board Certified in Family Law and Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Chris...

Jim Zadeh is a sole practitioner who gives each of his clients the attention they deserve. He has more than 25 years of experience in many areas of the law, including: Wrongful Death, Personal Injuries, Work Injuries, Denial of Insurance, Commercial Litigation, Non-Compete Agreements, and Sexual Harassment

Steve Gebhardt is a graduate of TCU, where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Marketing in 2001. He graduated from the South Texas College of Law in 2005. In law school, Steve was awarded the Dean’s Merit Scholarship for his high grades. Steve was also named as a “Top Attorney” in 2015 by Fort Worth, Texas Magazine, and he served as the legal advisor for UCC Weekday School from 2011 through 2014. As a former felony prosecutor Steve tried over 100 criminal jury trials in Tarrant County Texas including capital murder, murder, and sexual assault. Steve tried...

Rich Hyde is a trial lawyer and the founder of Hyde Trial Tribe, a personal injury law firm focusing on litigation, specifically in the areas of personal injury and wrongful death.

Callie Cole Dodson practices Family Law in Tarrant and surrounding counties in North Texas. She is focused on handling divorce, child custody, modification of child custody, child support, contested terminations and adoptions, protective orders, and any other facet of family law cases. Ms. Dodson is proud to be known among lawyers and judges for her integrity, honesty, and preparedness in the courtroom. Ms. Dodson has a background in psychology and uses that to inform her cases, and is honored to fight for and protect her clients and their families, either through contested litigation, mediation, or settlement agreements. Ms. Dodson...

John R. Burton has been practicing law in Fort Worth and North Texas since 1994. He was born and raised in Tarrant County, Texas. He did his undergraduate work at the University of Texas at Arlington and got his Juris Doctorate degree at the University of Mississippi in Oxford. After law school John moved back home and went to work practicing law. Because of his parents' hard work, John was the first in his family to get to go to college and the first to earn a professional degree. His upbringing has motivated John to spend his...

Kaitlin Capetillo has practiced family law since graduating from law school and has direct experience handling a variety of family law issues, including divorce, child custody & visitation, adoption, termination, child support, property division, and the modification or enforcement of prior court orders.

Mark Rush Williamson is a partner at Williamson Family Law, located in the heart of Dallas, Texas. He is dedicated to helping individuals navigate some of life's most challenging situations, focusing on family law matters such as divorce, custody and support, modifications, grandparents’ rights, paternity, and even complex business and property division cases. With over 25 years of experience, Mark is well-known for his genuine kindness and empathy. He understands how sensitive family law issues can be and takes the time to guide his clients through the legal process with care and compassion. At the same time, he fights tirelessly to...

I worked in the Dallas County crime lab (SWIFS) after graduating from college. I worked as a DNA Technologist in the Forensic Biology department. Part of my job included testifying as a Forensic Biology expert in court. After three years of working at the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences I decided to attend law school with the purpose of being a lifetime prosecutor. Although I enjoyed being a prosecutor, my work in criminal defense is where I belong. I became part of an elite group of criminal defense attorneys when I became Board Certified by the Texas Board...

Attorney Kayla E. Harrington is a proud Aggie. She lives in Fort Worth with her husband, son, two cats, and two rescue dogs. Mrs. Harrington prides herself on educating her clients on the legal process so they feel confident in making informed decisions that effect their lives. When Mrs. Harrington is not in the office, she is either hiking, horseback riding, or traveling to her favorite cities: Toronto, New Orleans, Atlanta, and Washington D.C.

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.

LEGAL PRACTICE
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...

I am Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and have practiced Family Law for more than 25 years. I received my Juris Doctorate degree from South Texas College of Law Houston and graduated from the University of Houston in 1993 with a degree in Business Administration. I practice exclusively in the area of family law. That includes divorce, custody, paternity, modification, child support, collaborative law, mediation, and adoption. I enjoy helping individuals and families navigate the complex legal and emotional aspects of Family Law. I only take cases that are in Tarrant County. I...

Miles Brissette is a board certified criminal trial attorney based in Fort Worth, Texas. He became a principal in the Law Offices of Gill & Brissette in 2015, after nearly two decades in the Tarrant County, Texas Criminal District Attorney’s Office.

Miles has investigated and litigated offenses ranging from simple thefts and DWIs to death penalty cases. He was a prosecutor in the high profile case against Chante Mallard, a Fort Worth woman convicted in 2003 of striking a man with her car, driving home with him lodged in her windshield and leaving him to die. More recently, Miles was chosen...

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...

David Rothweil is an associate attorney at Sul Lee Law Firm, supporting the firm’s business litigation and transactional practices. David combines his past work experience, analytical thinking, active listening, and advocacy skills to work with clients to obtain the best possible outcome. He also assists various types of businesses with their needs involving formation, operation, and governance. He represents buyers and sellers in stock and asset purchase transactions. David began practicing after passing the 2021 Uniform Bar Examination in Texas. His past civil litigation experience includes commercial auto/trucking liability, premise liability, liquor liability, general negligence, medical malpractice, and professional liability. He is...

Waled Elsaban is the Managing Partner of the Elsaban Law Firm PLLC. Our practice primarily focuses on removal defense, family-sponsored, and humanitarian-based immigration law.
Notably, the Law Firm handles cancellation of removal, asylum, complex waivers, U visa, VAWA, TPS, naturalization, diversity (green card) lottery. Waled holds a comprehensive understanding of how a criminal conviction could adversely impact the immigrant’s admissibility.
Waled is a zealous advocate and a compassionate defender of foreign nationals who cannot speak for themselves. He has a solid grasp of the current challenges faced by the immigrants, and the intolerable social, economic and psychological toll endured by the immigrant’s...