Hedwig Village Lawyers

Ms. Melendez is committed to listening to each client's story, evaluating it, and proposing and executing practical steps to meet client goals. The cornerstone to a successful attorney-client relationship, in Ms. Melendez’s opinion, is creating clear lines of communication to help build trust between her and her clients. Ms. Melendez has always known she wanted to become a lawyer. At every key juncture in her life, when asked what she wanted to do with her future, she always responded that she wanted to become an attorney. However, as she neared the end of her undergraduate career at Texas A&M University,...

Joe Vinas is a Houston-based attorney who has focused his practice on criminal law for over 15 years. Beginning his career at the Harris County DA’s Office in 2002, Joe handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from small misdemeanors up to capital murder cases. In 2009, Joe Vinas became a felony chief prosecutor and handled all capital murder cases and cases involving child fatalities and supervised two other felony prosecutors. In 2010, Joe began to instruct various criminal law subjects at the Houston Police Academy. In three years of teaching, Joe instructed over 500 future police...

The Finman Law Firm focuses on Business legal services, Real Estate, Homeowner's Wrongful Denial Claims, and foreclosure defense litigation. From its inception, the number one goal at the Finman Law Firm has been to focus on the needs of the individual client. We put you first. We understand the stress involved in being part of the legal process and we make it our mission to get you through it safely. The attorneys at The Finman Law Firm have extensive experience in advising and representing businesses and homeowners, and have developed sophisticated legal tools and strategies to assist our clients in...

Neal Davis is a top-rated, criminal defense attorney located in Houston, Texas, handling State and federal cases across Texas and the United States. For nearly 20 years, he has defended clients in all types of matters, including arguing before the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals and appearing as lead counsel in a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case. His clients come from all walks of life and personal situations, and face all kinds of charges. He handles criminal matters from the investigation phase through appeal. Before opening his law firm, Neal worked as a lawyer for more than ten years with...

Lindsey Lewis, was born and raised in Houston, Texas. After receiving her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University in May of 2011, she returned home to earn her Juris Doctorate from South Texas College of Law Houston in May 2014. Since that time, Lindsey has helped hundreds of clients navigate their family law matters. Lindsey understands that litigating a family law dispute is one of the most difficult experiences in a person's life. Lindsey works tirelessly to help reduce that stress and get the best resolution for her clients both in the courtroom and in their personal life.

Mr. Showman has handled numerous complex commercial matters and securities class actions (for both plaintiffs and defendants).  He has represented both claimants and respondents in FINRA securities arbitrations.  He has also represented clients in FINRA investigations and has conducted internal corporate investigations.  He has lectured on securities litigation at NYU and Fordham University.  Mr. Showman is also an arbitrator for FINRA customer and employee arbitrations.

Charles McFarland has extensive experience representing property owners whose private property has been taken by the government for public use. His primary area of practice focuses on highway and roadway widening projects that impact retail, commercial, industrial and special use properties. He also has successfully represented clients affected by pipelines, electric transmission lines, flood control, and other public-use projects.

An honors graduate of both the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Texas School of Law, Charles was a partner at Vinson & Elkins before forming McFarland PLLC, a boutique law firm focusing exclusively on condemnation and eminent domain...

Will Stafford is Of Counsel in Crain Caton’s Corporate, Business Transactions and Tax Group. With over a decade of legal experience, Will has developed a broad corporate practice, with an emphasis on securities offerings, business transactions, and general corporate governance. He has extensive experience representing individuals, public and private companies, financial institutions and local governments in a wide variety of matters including capital markets transactions, mergers and acquisitions, early-stage and venture capital investments, technology transactions, commercial contracts, securities regulation and compliance, corporate structuring and formation, and general corporate matters.

Will has represented corporations in the issuance of debt, equity and convertible...

Practice Areas: Maritime, Energy Transportation, and Insurance Law. Experience Includes: Maritime liens, vessel allisions & collisions, maritime personal injuries, ocean marine and inland cargo, interpretation of insurance policies, insurance bad faith actions, premises liability, acting as a mediator and arbitrator Services: Along with providing legal services to clients I am also asked from time to time to provide consulting services and expert testimony on maritime law and insurance law matters. I am also asked from time to time to act as an arbitrator and/or mediator in disputes. Peer Rated: AV Preeminent by the Martindale â Hubbell peer review rating system, the highest...

Attorney willing to work hard for you.

I, Olayinka E. Oladele, bring a distinctive combination of legal and scientific knowledge to my practice, primarily focusing on but not limited to intellectual property and corporate transactions for clients in the technology, life sciences, and healthcare industries. With a Master of Science in Biotechnology and a Juris Doctor, I am well-prepared to guide clients through complex IP strategies and business development issues, utilizing my dual background in law and science. In my current position, I assist clients in understanding the complexities of intellectual property protection and corporate transactions. I help with filings at the United States Patent and Trademark Office...

As a former prosecutor in the United States Marine Corps and Special Assistant United States Attorney in the Souther District of California, Kyle Sampson has a great deal of experience trying cases involving rape, drug importation and counterfeiting. Now, Sampson has devoted his practice to defending citizens who have been accused of crimes in state, federal, and military courts. He is committed to fighting for the justice his clients deserve. Since 2004, Sampson has been recognized as a Rising Star or as a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters every year.

Jay Cohen is an aggressive Criminal Defense Lawyer. Jay focuses on DWI and other criminal defense cases. Jay is a very hard working lawyer and ensures the best possible outcome for his clients.

As an associate at the David A. Breston Law Offices, I specialize in the practice areas of criminal law, dwi defense, juvenile crimes, and immigration. Regardless of the crime, everyone deserves representation, and when you come to our office, we will fight tirelessly to secure your rights. Call or visit our website today to set up a free consultation.

Amy Tabor represents clients in complex cases, including class actions, commercial litigation, and antitrust matters. She practices at the nationally recognized class-action firm, Caddell & Chapman. She is licensed to practice in both Texas and California.

Shahin Zamir is a Houston based criminal defense attorney offering aggressive, experienced representation for those charged with felony and misdemeanor crimes.

I am dedicated to assisting our clients, striving tirelessly every day to help them reach their objectives and overcome obstacles with assurance. My practice is centered on casualty and mass tort litigation matters. I have handled corporate governance issues, worked on trademark applications, and drafted operating agreements.

Trevor is a graduate of Oklahoma State University, where he earned a B.S., magna cum laude. After earning his degree, Trevor worked in Dallas, Texas as an Account Executive for Marriott International. After two years at Marriott, Trevor went on to study at the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, where he earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.).

During his time in law school, Trevor gained significant criminal law experience. Trevor interned with both the Travis County and the Harris County District Attorney’s Office and was the Articles Editor for the American Journal of Criminal Law. Trevor also specialized in...

Scott D. Smith is a seasoned trial lawyer who has obtained favorable verdicts for clients on both sides of the docket. Mr. Smith has experience in all phases of litigation in both state and federal courts throughout the United States, including resolving a broad array of business and commercial disputes, as well as having extensive experience representing financial advisers and financial institutions in financial services litigation in FINRA and AAA arbitration proceedings. He frequently represents financial advisers and financial institutions in employment disputes, securities enforcement actions, as well as regulatory and compliance matters, and assists his clients...

Mary Kate Brown is a dedicated attorney committed to providing exceptional legal representation and advocating for her client's best interests. She earned her undergraduate degree from Concordia University in Austin, Texas. Her passion for the law led her to pursue her Juris Doctor from St. Mary's School of Law in San Antonio, where she honed her legal analysis and advocacy skills. While at St. Mary’s she served as a Staff Writer and an Executive Board Member for the Law Review. During her studies, she gained valuable experience by interning at the Hays County District Attorney’s Office and the Third Court...

Scott Greenlee is a personal injury and civil trial lawyer. He is licensed to practice in Texas and has significant experience representing injured clients.

Sean Tracey is a board certified Personal Injury and Civil Trial lawyer with over 20 years of experience representing injured victims. He is a frequent speaker on the topics of science in the courtroom, epidemiology, and trial techniques.

Esteban Leccese is an experienced attorney admitted in civil-law and common-law jurisdictions, specialized in handling complex international litigation and arbitration, including commercial and investment claims under the rules of major international arbitration institutions such as the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), and ad hoc arbitrations under the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Arbitration Rules.

Esteban’s relevant matters include high-profile cases involving a broad range of industries, such as the energy, oil and gas, mining, airlines, construction and infrastructure under different applicable laws. He also advises clients on strategic...

I take great pleasure in serving as both a legal counselor and business advisor to our clients. My experience in health care, tax, and insurance litigation enables me to effectively understand and address the business objectives of my clients. I focus my practice on casualty and mass tort litigation matters, while also bringing a wealth of experience in health care, tax, and insurance litigation. My professional journey includes representing health care institutions in liability litigation and Texas Board of Nursing matters. I provide legal guidance on compliance, risk management, and regulatory matters, including HIPPA, Medicare, and Medicaid requirements. I am familiar with...

Rand Mintzer Attorney at Law is a Houston criminal attorney with over 30 years trial experience with civil cases and criminal matters ranging from DWI to capital murder in addition to a small number of select personal injury cases.

Chris A. Spofford is a Family Law Attorney in Houston who has been defending the rights of men, women and children in Texas Family Law matters for more than 30 years. Over that time, he has handled thousands of divorce and Family Law cases. He has distinguished himself during intense courtroom trials as well as innovating in alternatives to family law litigation, such as divorce mediation and collaborative family law.

Board Certification: Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 1993; recertified, 1998, 2003, 2008, 2013

Admitted to the Bar: 1986, Texas; 1998, U.S. District Court, Southern District of...

Attorney Santana McMurrey joined the team at Arnold & Itkin LLP in 2014, focusing on pharmaceutical products liability to help families of children who were harmed by dangerous effects of prescription drugs. Raised in Freeport, Texas, Santana attended the University of Texas at Austin, where she received her bachelor’s degree. After graduating from college, Santana worked for a law firm in Houston where she discovered her calling and resolved to go to law school. She went on to attend South Texas College of Law, receiving a Dean’s Merit Scholarship and repeatedly making the Dean’s list. During law school, she...

I am a Houston native, University of Houston Law Center alumna, Licensed Texas Attorney, Adjunct Professor of Sociology and Psychology at San Jacinto Community College, Houston Community College, and the University of Houston-Clear Lake.

I represent clients in TABC hearings and litigation, protests of original or renewal applications, licensing and certificate concerns, and other TABC procedures.

Attorney Keith Morris is the founding attorney of Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly, Attorneys at Law. Mr. Morris graduated from Texas A & M University in 1997. He achieved his Juris Doctor at the University of Houston Law Center in 2001. Since then Mr. Morris has devoted himself to the practice discipline of probate administration as well as litigation involving estates, probate, guardianships, fiduciary duty, commercial, and other general litigation. His firm represents individuals, small businesses, and larger corporations with general legal assistance, mediation, and litigation. Mr. Morris has been named a 2015 Texas Super Lawyer, an H Texas Magazine...

I focus my practice in the areas of employment discrimination, family, and immigration law. On the employment front, I passionately and aggressively represent employees with claims of discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, retaliation, and/or unfair wage practices against employers. It is unfortunate, but the reality is that, sometimes, employees still face discrimination and other unfair and unlawful employment practices. I believe that employers who violate employees' legal rights should be punished. I believe that employees should be treated equally and without regard to their race, age, gender, religion, pregnancy-status, or national origin. I also believe an employee should not be...

Aaron Reimer earned his undergraduate degree from Dallas Christian College cum laude, with a double major in Theology and Psychology. After graduation, he worked for several years in the banking industry before moving to Houston to attend South Texas College of Law.

While in law school, Aaron clerked for the Honorable Judge Georgia Dempster of the Harris County 308th Family District Court. He also clerked for the Honorable Justice George C. Hanks, Jr., in Houston’s First Court of Appeals.

After graduating from law school, Aaron continued his education at the University of Houston Law Center, pursuing a Masters of Law...