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Farbod Farnia
Dallas, TX Attorney with 14 years of experience
Appeals and Business
SMU Dedman School of Law
Farbod Farnia leads the Appellate Litigation Section at McCathern. Mr. Farnia represents parties in civil appeals and original proceedings in a broad array of cases from multiple practice areas. He has successfully prosecuted and defended appeals in cases including constitutional law, labor & employment disputes, non-subscriber negligence actions, and complex commercial litigation. Mr. Farnia has been named a Texas Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2014 and 2015. His clients include individuals, small businesses, and large corporations, whom he has guided through both the trial and appellate stages of litigation.
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Geno E. Borchardt
Fort Worth, TX Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Baylor Law School
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David L. Leon
Dallas, TX Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Communications, Estate Planning and Real Estate
We are a Dallas, Texas based firm offering business (formation, franchises, contracts, buying and selling), real estate (deeds, title), estate planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney), probate (letters testamentary, small estate affidavit, heirship affidavit), and immigration (family and business.) English, Spanish and German services offered.
David L. Leon graduated from Southern Methodist University in 1992, and SMU Law in 1996 and is licensed in Texas and New York.
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Rich Hyde
Fort Worth, TX Attorney with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
The University of Texas School of Law
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.
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Steve George Gebhardt
Fort Worth, TX Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
South Texas College of Law
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...
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Christopher Edward Stoy
Fort Worth, TX Attorney with 14 years of experience
Personal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
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
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John Milton Cook
Dallas, TX Attorney with 33 years of experience
Criminal Defense
South Texas College of Law
John M. Cook is a formidable Dallas criminal defense attorney that has been licensed for over 30 years. John defends clients in all areas of criminal law, but is well renowned for his skill as a Dallas DWI defense lawyer. Not only is John a former police officer and prosecutor, but he is also an experienced investigator and police detective. This experience makes him knowledgeable about the strategies employed by the prosecution when bringing criminal charges. He is a well-known figure in the Texas legal community, respected on both sides of the aisle and by the judges before whom he...
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Myra Camille McCluer Gildner
Fort Worth, TX Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCannabis Law, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
SMU Dedman School of Law
Cami Gildner is a criminal defense lawyer in Tarrant County, Texas. She is a solo practitioner with the Law Offices of Cami Gildner. She is also Of Counsel with Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC in Fort Worth. Cami served for 10 years as a prosecutor with the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office and the Denton County District Attorney’s Office. She has tried over 120 jury trials in both felony and misdemeanor courtrooms. She has extensive knowledge of how criminal cases are investigated by law enforcement and how they are prosecuted by the State. During her tenure as a prosecutor...
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Tyler Gregston
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Civil Rights and Employment
Texas A&M University School of Law
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Randall Blair Isenberg
Dallas, TX Attorney with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and White Collar Crime
As a former Senior Chief Felony Prosecutor and State District Trial Judge with over 40 years of experience, attorney Randy Isenberg is listed in Martindale-Hubbell’s Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers and was selected for inclusion in the list of “Texas Super Lawyers” for the year 2006 printed in Texas Monthly Magazine a Thomson Reuters service, and selected for inclusion in the list as a Top Texas Lawyer in 2006 and 2007 by a Thomson Reuters service. He is also board-certified in Criminal Defense by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is certified as a Criminal Defense Advocate by the...
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Timothy Hoch
Fort Worth, TX Attorney with 37 years of experience
Business, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
University of Oklahoma College of Law
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Mr. Cephus Richard III
Dallas, TX Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Arkansas School of Law
Attorney Cephus Richard is the founder and owner of Richard Trial Attorneys PLLC law firm, with a principal office in uptown Dallas, Texas. A top-ranked trial lawyer with more than 14 years of total legal experience, Mr. Richard provides exceptional counsel and support to a diverse range of clients throughout Texas, Arkansas, and Missouri, who have legal needs involving any of the following:
Personal injury and wrongful death
Auto accidents and dog bites
Brain injuries and disability
Traffic ticket defense
Criminal Defense
Over the course of his legal career, Mr. Richard has fought for the rights and entitlements of hundreds of clients, and he has...
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John Burton
Fort Worth, TX Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
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...
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Callie Cole Dodson
Fort Worth, TX Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Texas A&M University School of Law
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...
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Laura B. Alexander
Fort Worth, TX Attorney
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Baylor Law School
Laura Alexander is a partner at Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC and manages the Family Law practice.
A graduate of Baylor Law School, Ms. Alexander handles all types of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, and decree modifications.
Her primary office is in Keller, Texas but she also regularly meets clients at the BHW Fort Worth location as well.
She is a caring and compassionate advocate for those going through family law issues.
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Elaine Weathers
Dallas, TX Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
University of Alabama School of Law
A graduate of the University of Alabama School of Law in Tuscaloosa Alabama Ms. Weathers was admitted to the Alabama Bar in May 1989. Her legal experience has spanned several disciplines including criminal law, family law, estate litigation, intellectual property, and as a general practitioner. However, since graduating from law school, she has practiced primarily in Criminal Law as an Assistant District Attorney for six years and as a defense attorney since that time. Ms. Weathers has tried in excess of 100 felony jury trials and many misdemeanors and juvenile trials. Serving as a prosecutor Ms. Weathers worked tirelessly to...
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Reina Gonzalez
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationConstruction, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Cornell University
Gonzalez Law Group | 12160 Abrams, Suite 640, Dallas, Texas 75243, Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer
Dallas Insurance Attorney, Dallas Insurance Dispute Lawyer
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If you have suffered an injury because of somebody else’s negligence and you are having issues collecting against an insurance company, you need an experienced Dallas Civil Lawyer representing you in your case.
Dallas Car Accident Attorney
Dallas Truck Accident Attorney
Dallas Premises Liability Lawyer
Dallas Personal Injury Attorney; Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer
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Work injuries
Wrongful death cases
Truck Accidents, Commercial Truck Accidents
Automobile accident
Motorcycle accident
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Guillermo Ramos
Dallas, TX Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer, Family, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
Even before founding The Ramos Law Firm, Guillermo Ramos has been devoted to advancing his client’s causes. First as a real estate agent then Real Estate Broker, Mr. Ramos, represented his clients in real estate transactions across North Texas. In 2004, he formed G R Realtors & Associates LLC a Texas real estate brokerage. He has taught agents in Texas the art of the real estate deal ever since. Desiring more out of his career he attended Texas A&M University School of Law. He graduated in December 2009 and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas as a...
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Desiree Marie Bedasa
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily
The University of Texas School of Law
Desireé Marie Bedasa is committed to helping families facing challenging family law issues, such as divorce. Due to her own personal experiences growing up, Desireé is inspired to advocate for those who are unable to advocate for themselves, primarily children. As an individual who did not experience a "traditional" upbringing, Desireé knows the potential trauma of a child being caught in the middle of a custody battle. She has dedicated her career to assisting families with children determine what solution is in the best interest of a child.
Desireé is dedicated to and experienced at advocating for families in a wide...
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Chad C Allman
Fort Worth, TX Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Oklahoma City University School of Law
A graduate of Tarleton State University and Oklahoma City University School of Law, during which he was inducted as a Member of the International Legal Fraternity of Phi Delta Phi - Hand Inn, Chad Allman founded Allman Law, a general practice firm, in 2007 with the intent of serving those in need. Having grown up in a large family, Chad easily relates to people, allowing him to be sensitive to his client’s needs.
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Tamara Brock Segal
Dallas, TX Attorney with 26 years of experience
Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Boston College Law School
Tamara owns and manages the law firm of Brock & Goetzmann. She has over 30 years of business experience combined with over 22 years of legal experience in diverse areas of law, including, products liability, medical malpractice, including birth injuries, cerebral palsy, personal injury, including car accidents, business formation, contracts, wills and trusts, asset protection – estate planning, negligence, car accidents, on-site injuries, contract enforcement, and employee/employer agreements. Tamara will discuss your case and explain the process in detail so you know what to expect along the way. Email or call her for a free initial consultation to answer any...
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Marissa Maggio
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Emory University School of Law
Marissa Maggio is dedicated to advocating for individuals who have suffered injuries. With over 25 years of legal experience and Board Certification in personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, she is a strong advocate for those injured due to others' negligence. Marissa vigorously represents clients against large insurance companies and corporations, both in state and federal courts. Her practice focuses on cases involving severe injuries from workplace accidents, trucking, motorcycle, and bicycle collisions, as well as defective products. Before entering personal injury law, she gained expertise in Environmental Law and Intellectual Property while working at...
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Brady Douglas Williams
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice
Baylor Law School
Brady D. Williams is a distinguished attorney known for his past success in product liability cases and his emerging prominence in medical malpractice law. With a career dedicated to championing the rights of injured victims, Brady has represented clients in complex and high-stakes litigation across the country.
In his earlier career, Brady built a formidable reputation in product liability, securing significant victories for his clients. Now, he is increasingly recognized for his expertise in medical malpractice, where his thorough approach and relentless pursuit of justice have made him a leading figure in the field.
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Austin Smith
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Antitrust, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Energy
Texas Tech University School of Law
Austin Smith focuses his practice on litigation and dispute resolution. Austin has experience in handling a wide variety of matters in state and federal court, involving complex commercial and business disputes, fraud, personal injury, and criminal matters including white collar crime. From 2017 to 2018, Austin was honored to serve as a law clerk to the Honorable Judge Amos L. Mazzant in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. With Austin has been consistently selected by BestLawyers as “One to Watch” (2020-2022) and Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2021-2022) - a recognition that only 2.5%...
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Rodney Shay Isham
Stephenville, TX Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Family and Personal Injury
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Licensed to practice law in Texas since 1996. Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2004.
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Greg Marks
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 38 years of experience
13355 Noel Road, Suite 1370
Dallas, TX 75240
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Southern Methodist University
Greg began his career as an engineer for offshore drilling companies. While he enjoyed the problem solving he did for his company, he desired to help others. It was this desire that lead him to SMU's Dedman School of Law, where he graduated in the top 15 percent of his class. Upon graduation, Greg went to work in a prestigious downtown Dallas firm, representing large businesses, doctors and insurance companies. While this experience on the other side of the courtroom has proven invaluable, Greg soon realized he wanted to represent individuals and their families. For more than...
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Mr. Shannon Boyd Flanigan
Bryan, TX Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Baylor Law School and University of Oklahoma College of Law
Shannon Flanigan brings over 24 years of experience in criminal law to your defense when you have been accused of a crime. That experience will defend against charges of DWI or DUI, minor with alcohol charges, theft, robbery, drug or marijuana charges, and any type of assault. Flanigan represents clients in Brazos County and the surrounding counties of Robertson, Burleson, Grimes, and Madison. Call immediately if you have a question or want to set an appointment for a free consultation.
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Michelle May O'Neil
Dallas, TX Attorney with 33 years of experience
(214) 348-6723
1845 Woodall Rodgers Freeway
Suite 1525 MB #5
Dallas, TX 75201
Appeals, Divorce and Family
Attorney Michelle May O’Neil earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in 1989 from Baylor University Hankamer School of Business, her Juris Doctorate in 1991 from Baylor University School of Law, and her Mediation Certificate in 2003 from Texas Women’s University. Ms. O’Neil has been practicing law for over 30 years, and is the founding partner of the Dallas family law firm, O’Neil Wysocki. Through the use of genuine compassion for her client’s difficulties, and her determination to help them maintain their most favorable outcomes, Attorney O’Neil has the ability to assist individuals through complicated matters including divorce, child custody, and...
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Lance Caughfield
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Business, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
University of Texas - Austin
An appellate specialist with a broad base of experience on both sides of the bar, Lance handles matters in State and Federal courts at both the trial and appellate level, including business litigation, insurance coverage, personal injury and complex litigation matters.
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Katherine L. Warren
Dallas, TX Attorney with 12 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Katherine's fervor lies in leveraging her experience and talents to aid others, a trait instilled in her by her upbringing as the daughter of two dedicated public school teachers in the Dallas area. This early exposure to community service molded her aspiration to pursue a career in family law, shaping the very essence of her professional approach.
In 2012, Katherine attained her juris doctorate with honors from the University of Oklahoma, College of Law. Throughout her tenure there, she excelled as the Symposium Editor of The Oklahoma Law Review, earning recognition with the Gene H. and Jo Ann Sharpe Award for...
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Craig Monroe Greaves
Bryan, TX Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Cumberland School Of Law
Craig Greaves was born and raised in Franklin, Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University in 1995, and soon after attended the Cumberland School of Law, where he was awarded his Juris Doctorate in 1999. Craig remains a resident of the Brazos Valley, along with his wife and three children. Immediately after graduating from law school, Craig returned to the Brazos Valley where he began working as an Associate for Bryan, Stacy & Dillard, focusing solely on criminal matters. Craig is fortunate to have had the opportunity to fine-tune his abilities under the guidance of the widely known and well-respected...
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Jon M. Franks
Grapevine, TX Attorney with 58 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of Texas - Austin
I have been on the Board of Directors of TRINITY METRO since 2013, served as Secretary 2015-2016 and Vice Chairman 2017-2019. TRINITY METRO operates all transportation services for Tarrant County, Texas, including bus, commuter rail, Zip Zone and Access for handicapped persons.
I have served on the Irving, Texas, Planning and Zoning Commission 1971-1975 and the Southlake, Texas, City Council 1992-1995.
I have been a member of the Grapevine Rotary Club since 1992 and served on their Board of Directors.
TEXAS MONTHLY Super Lawyer 2003 to present.
FORT WORTH MAGAZINE Top Lawyer 2009 to present.
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Richard H Fair
Fort Worth, TX Lawyer
Free ConsultationBusiness, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Texas A&M University School of Law
LLM in Taxation, Georgetown University Law Center (in progress);
J.D., Texas A&M School of Law;
M.A. Cert. - Homeland Security, Texas A&M Bush School of Public Service;
M.A in Texas Legal History, Baylor University;
B.A. in History and Political Science, Baylor University
I come from a multi-disciplinary educational background that has greatly influenced how I view the role of attorneys and our jobs as counselors of law.
I am also an educator of over twelve years teaching at various community colleges and universities. In the past, I have taught Texas History, Texas Constitutional Law, U.S. Constitutional Law, and several intensive courses regarding the Civil War-era...
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Anne-Marie Gillespie
Dallas, TX Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationTexas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
Anne-Marie is a Criminal Defense Trial Attorney - practicing for more than 20 years. She is joined in her practice by her husband, Pat Kinnard, an experienced 30 year investigator who worked closely with legendary Criminal Defense Attorney, Doug Mulder, for many years. Pat is considered one the best Criminal Defense Investigators in the industry. Together, they have obtained numerous reductions, dismissals and jury trial acquittals.
Anne-Marie is an Alumna of The Hockaday School (1988) and received her undergraduate degree from Southern Methodist University. She attended law school at Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth where she received her J.D....
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Daniel Mark Ogden
Carrollton, TX Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Business, IP, International and Trademarks
Texas Tech University School of Law
Daniel Mark Ogden, Esq. is an attorney at law, licensed customs broker, and international trade consultant who for more than 25 years has counseled and represented companies on various aspects of international trade and business. With his advanced degrees and proficiency in both law and international business management, he possesses the ability and experience to understand the challenges faced by firms involved in international trade not only from a legal but also a managerial and business perspective. His professional services are designed to assist U.S. firms in proactively managing the legal and business risks that result from their...
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Donald Scott Mackenzie
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Immigration and Personal Injury
My firm provides comprehensive legal services and sound, reasoned advice. My wide range of experience, in state and federal courts, lets me deliver efficient and effective representation with your best interest always the primary goal.
Litigation is about balancing risk; the art of law is balancing risk and cost to obtain the best possible result for the client. Common sense, excellent education and practical experience are combined with my personal desire to help each of my clients. You are important to me.
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Francesca Blackard
Dallas, TX Attorney with 13 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
New York Law School
Francesca Blackard is a partner at McClure Law Group, exclusively practicing family law since graduating from law school in 2012. Prior to law school, she worked for family law firms in Chicago, New York, and Dallas as both a paralegal and law clerk.
Francesca is of Mexican descent and is fluent in Spanish. Her travels have often taken her to Mexico, and she attended Instituto Alpes San Javier in Guadalajara, Jalisco to perfect her native tongue. Conversant in French, Francesca loves the study of languages and world cultures.
One of Francesca's finest qualities is how she relates to clients on a...
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Robin R. Zegen
Dallas, TX Attorney with 31 years of experience
Family
Oklahoma City University School of Law
In life, nothing imparts knowledge better than experience. Having endured a high conflict divorce that ended her twenty-year marriage, Robin Rubrecht Zegen understands her client’s fears and concerns first-hand. Compassionately, but zealously, helping her clients get through the process and ready for a happy and healthy future is her main focus. With over twenty years of experience Robin Rubrecht Zegen will help you identify and prioritize your goals and she will explain the options available for achieving them. She knows that divorce is a life changing and very personal event. She guides...
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Diane Wanger
Bedford, TX Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Estate Planning and Probate
Texas Tech University School of Law
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Andrew Margolies
Dallas, TX Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationTax
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Andrew Margolies is the founding tax attorney at Margolies Law Office. He graduated with honors from the University of Maryland School of Law, concentrating in Taxation and Commercial Law. He is admitted to practice law before all Texas State Courts, the IRS, the United States Tax Court and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas. Margolies Law Office is a tax law firm dedicated to helping individuals and businesses of all backgrounds and income levels resolve their IRS issues. We are located in Dallas, Texas and proudly serve the DFW Metroplex and beyond....