Novice Lawyers

Shane fearlessly and compassionately pursues helping injured people by giving them the personalized representation and attention they deserve. The Law Office of Shane McClelland helps injured people recover damages and settlements for their personal injury cases across Texas, Colorado, and Nebraska. If you need an experienced trial lawyer, call (713) 242-1302 or visit his website at hmtrial.com. PERSONAL INJURY LAW - When you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, don’t settle for less than what you are owed. Know your legal rights and what they are worth. An experienced and aggressive trial lawyer on your side can make all the...

Beth A. Serafini-Smith is a distinguished graduate of Purdue University and a graduate of Valparaiso University School of Law. She is a member of both the Katy Bar Association and the Fort Bend County Bar Association. Beth began her law career in the field of Creditor/Debtor law after being admitted to the Indiana Bar in 1997. She provided direct support to several Fortune 500 companies and handled all matters associated with securing outstanding funds for her clients. Beth moved to Texas with her family in 2005, and she passed the Texas Bar Exam in 2009. As a means to further enhance her...

As a member of the Texas Bar College, my legal practice is focused on federal and cross-border legal matters, including litigation, import/export, and nearshore business projects. Additionally, I have extensive experience with international telecommunications law. I have been licensed by the State Bar of Texas since May 25, 1995, and am also licensed by the Department of Homeland Security as a United States Customs Broker. My firm specializes in legal matters in the USA/Latin America context, representing foreign clients within the US legal system, as well as managing outbound legal matters for US-based clients. The Ahlgren Law Firm provides strategic...

Caitlin is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, an accomplishment that only 1% of the family lawyers in Texas have achieved. Caitlin has been a dedicated member of Skillern Firm Divorce & Child Custody Lawyers for 10 years. She joined the firm as the first Skillern Firm Divorce & Child Custody Lawyers law clerk in May 2013 when the firm consisted of 2 lawyers. Caitlin had the benefit of developing her skill set directly under Mr. Skillern. He made sure she would be ready to hit the ground running the day she got her...

John Schmude is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in family law. As a former Presiding Judge of the 247th Family District Court of Harris County, Texas, he disposed of more than 13,000 cases in every area of family law, including complex divorce cases, modifications, custody actions, adoptions, paternity suits and enforcements. While on the bench, he presided over more than 400 contested family law bench trials, numerous jury trials and thousands of hearings in every area of family law.

Prior to his election to the Bench, John Schmude served as the President of Schmude...

Bill Voss and the attorneys at The Voss Law Firm, P.C. have expertise in areas of commercial and business insurance litigation, business claim law, insurance fraud litigation, residential claims, commercial claims, church claims, apartment claims, and other first party insurance claims. If you need legal assistance and want results, contact The Voss Law Firm, P.C. toll free at 866-276-6179.

I help people and businesses solve legal problems and plan for the future. My clients range from individuals who have never used a lawyer to banks and multi-national corporations. I provide honest, straight forward advice and solutions that are designed to accomplish your goals, protect your assets, avoid disputes, and save you time, money, and headaches. So, if you need to plan your own estate, need help handling the estate or affairs of a family member, or have a legal issue impacting your business, give me a call. In addition to myself, my firm has lawyers who specialize in real...

Attorney Matt Horak Board Certified in Criminal Law – Texas Board of Legal Specialization Texas Super Lawyer, 2025 With 22 years of courtroom experience, Matt Horak is a skilled trial lawyer dedicated to protecting his clients’ rights in both criminal defense and family law matters. Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Matt has successfully represented clients in jury trials and complex litigation across Texas. Matt’s current focus is on guiding clients through life’s most challenging legal issues, including divorce, child custody disputes, child support enforcement, DWI defense, felony charges, drug offenses, and assault family violence cases. His combination...

Do you want to avoid legal problems? It’s quite easy, frankly, as a general rule. Treat others the way you wish to be treated. Do justice. Love mercy. Walk humbly. If you do that, most of the time you will avoid legal trouble, at least real legal trouble. There are always those that will abuse the system or who will do unto others in a way that they would not want done to them. And they can abuse you; they can accuse you; they can say false things about you; they can try to hurt you. It has happened to...

A former Texas State Senator, State Representative and Police Officer, Ted is a distinguished Trial Lawyer with a lifetime commitment to serving people. He has broken nationwide verdict records and received verdicts ranked in the Top 10 on three different occasions. Ted has been featured in local and national media coverage including “Good Morning America,” “60 Minutes,” “NBC Dateline,” Texas Lawyer, The National Law Journal, Dallas Observer and D Magazine. Ted specializes in complex litigation involving Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, and Products Liability. Over the past 30 years he has represented clients in more than 150 jury trials as well...

I have been a trial lawyer for over 35 years and have chosen to focus my practice on representing individuals who have been victimized by unscrupulous employer and government officials. Whether it is an unlawful termination, a failure to pay overtime wages or an excessive use of force by law enforcement, I am firmly committed to defending the rights of people that have been harmed.

If you feel like your your rights have been violated, please do not hesitate to contact my office.

Krause Law Firm offers free consultations and free parking at our downtown office. Call 210-455-1333 to schedule your free consultation. Our office handles all criminal law cases in Bexar County, including DWI and Family Violence cases. Attorney Staci Krause first worked as an Assistant District Attorney for the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office before becoming a defense attorney. She then worked with Soyars & Morgan Law, a highly-respected criminal defense law firm in San Antonio, Texas, before starting her own law firm in 2018. Since then, Attorney Krause has defended hundreds of people with her knowledge of criminal law....

Sean Modjarrad serves as the Managing Shareholder and founder of MAS Law, an award-winning personal injury law firm based in Dallas, Texas. With a robust litigation background, he has successfully handled over 600 cases in Texas courts and over 90 cases in federal courts. Dedicated to championing justice and advocating for those without a voice, Sean is widely acknowledged for his expertise in civil rights law and his relentless pursuit of positive legal reform. He has represented numerous landmark cases that have led to the reinterpretation of existing laws, ultimately providing enhanced protection for the wrongly accused. In a notable instance,...

Wayne Wright handles trucking and auto accident cases and other consumer related matters. Mr. Wright is licensed to practice law in eight states (Arizona, Illinois, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska, Tennessee, and Texas) plus the District of Columbia. Mr. Wright has been named as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association and is a life member of both the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. Wright also serves as a leader in providing legal services to pro bono programs and is a frequent speaker at lawyer CLE programs nationwide.

Wyatt Wright handles trucking and auto accident cases and other consumer related matters. Mr. Wright is licensed to practice law in eleven states (Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Texas, Washington and Wyoming) plus the District of Columbia. Mr. Wright has been named as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association and is a life member of both the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. Wright also serves as a leader in providing legal services to pro bono programs, such as the American Bar Association’s Military...

Steven was born in Chicago and raised in the Rio Grande Valley. He is a proud Longhorn, attending the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in journalism. After college, he joined friends in Los Angeles and spent a few years pursuing a career in film and television.

After L.A., he was called back to Texas and began working in the City of San Antonio’s Economic Development Department. There, he helped small and minority-owned businesses compete for lucrative City contracts.

Fueled by his passion for championing the underdog, Steven attended Baylor Law School, graduating with honors. While in law school, he was an...

I manage a diverse law practice to meet the unique legal needs of individuals. My primary practice areas are in Criminal Defense and Family Law. I have 18+ years of courtroom, trial, and consulting experience in entrepreneurial, small office, and government work environments. My multi-discipline practice in criminal defense and prosecution, family law, and environmental regulatory consulting (non-legal) provides me with a diverse and robust background that aids me in all my cases. Along with experience working at my own firm, I have worked at the Collin County District Attorney’s office, where I was responsible for investigation and prosecution of atypical criminal...

My name is Brian Maverick and I am an attorney in San Antonio, Texas. I attended the University of Notre Dame where I majored in Math and obtained a minor in Computer Science. I worked as an actuary for a year before attending law school. In 2003, I received my Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Houston Law School. After law school, I started working with my father, Chilton Maverick. In 2009, I became Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. In addition to helping...

Don Philbin is an innovative and tenacious mediator with a demonstrated history of resolving complex disputes. Recognized as a thought leader in Chambers USA, Who’s Who Legal, Super Lawyers, and Best Lawyers, Don is an elected fellow of the American Academy of Civil Trial Mediators and International Academy of Mediators. He has served as chair of the Texas Bar ADR Section, is a teacher, author, and developer of Picture it Settled®, a pioneering software tool akin to “Moneyball” for negotiation.

Michael Baseluos is licensed in Texas, New York, and New Jersey. He worked as a commercial and employment litigator for several well-known defense firms in the Northeast before starting the Baseluos Law Firm. He has been involved in complex environmental litigation, auto accident lawsuits, vaccine injury, and medical malpractice litigation. Mr. Baseluos is a West Point graduate and served for nine (9) years as a captain in the United States Army and Texas National Guard. Mr. Baseluos is conversational in Arabic, and he takes Spanish language lessons to serve the Hispanic community. Mr. Baseluos has seen first hand the effects of...

Todd Shapiro is a Criminal Defense attorney located in Plano TX. He is a partner at The Shapiro Law Firm, where he practices with his father, Howard Shapiro. The firm focuses on all matters pertaining to family law and criminal law. The Shapiro Law Firm has been a fixture in DFW for over 40 years.

The Edgett Law Firm, P.C. distinguishes itself from other local law firms because we work via the Team Approach. When you hire The Edgett Law Firm, P.C., you do not just receive one attorney helping you with your case. You will have an entire Team fighting for you. Backed by a proven record of success and award-winning counsel, Scott Erik Edgett with The Edgett Law Firm, P.C. is a dedicated Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, and Family Law attorney serving Collin County and Denton County with offices in McKinney, Plano and Prosper. Scott has been advocating for clients for over 22 years...

We are a boutique family law firm that gives each client the individualized attention they deserve. Our commitment is to our clients, so when you work with us, you can expect to be heard. By working together, we can find a solution that is unique to you and your situation.

Cynthia Hujar Orr uses her extensive experience to aid those across Texas facing a range of criminal charges. She is a highly respected member of the criminal defense community and has received numerous awards for her contributions to her field. She is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law, a distinction earned by less than 10% of attorneys. After earning her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Cynthia began studying law at St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio. She received her license to practice law in Texas...

J. Chad Parker is a Texas Attorney, Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Chad has been around the law most of his life. His father Jerry Parker was a lawyer for over 40 years in Tyler, Texas. Hard work and preparation are the core values of Chad’s practice. After attending Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler, Chad then attended and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin before going to South Texas College of Law in Houston. He obtained his license from the State Bar of Texas to practice law in...

Robert’s current practice is devoted to individuals who have been harmed by negligent drivers, doctors, and corporations. Robert and the firm have rightfully gained a reputation of fighting aggressively to obtain every available dollar to compensate the harms suffered by our clients. Unlike other firms that try to settle cases quickly for less money Rush & Gransee, L.C. has the reputation of pushing cases so that our client’s recovery is maximized.

Call Robert for a free consultation today - (210) 223-9200

Gerald “Gerry” Harris Goldstein is a nationally known and respected defense lawyer and Past President of both the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America and Texas Lawyer’s Legal Legends, has been profiled in numerous publications, has served as an adjunct professor of law at University of Texas School of Law in Austin and at St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, and is a fellow in the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of...

For the past 40 years, Attorney George Scharmen has been practicing criminal law and representing all types of cases. In the last 25 years specifically, he has set his practice solely on DWI cases, which has allowed him to gain an immense amount of knowledge on the subject. Not only that, but he actually was a founding member of the National College for DUI Defense, which is an organization in place intended to preserve justice for the rights of the accused. In addition, he was a founding president of the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Due to his...

I am Keith D. Becker, a seasoned family law attorney from Prosper, Texas. With over 30 years of experience, I have handled complex divorce, child custody, and family law appeals. Since 1998, I have been Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. My practice includes a strong focus on both high-conflict litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation and collaborative divorce. I have held the title of Board Certified Family Specialist since 1998. Allow my extensive knowledge and experience to assist you in navigating your family law matters.

A long and distinguished career as both a police officer and a prosecutor allows Jimmy to bring a unique level of expertise in the area of criminal defense.

Originally from New York State, Jimmy began his legal career as a police officer for the City of Dallas in 1988. Not long after becoming a police officer, he decided to attend law school. In 1991, Jimmy attended Southern Methodist University (SMU) School of Law, while continuing to work for the police department. He graduated law school in 1994, became a member of the State Bar in 1995, and continued working as a...

Mark A. Walsh is a business litigation attorney in McKinney, TX, who has litigated hundreds of construction and business disputes throughout the State of Texas since 1997. He has extensive experience and has counseled clients in all manner of construction and business disputes, commercial contract drafting and litigation, public procurement law, partner/shareholder dispute litigation, and governmental entity representation.

Lin feels blessed that he has the knowledge, ability and resources to help others who have suffered devastating losses through no fault of their own. He practices law to make an impact: preventing the powerful from using their power unfairly and to help those most in need. Lin’s word is his bond. He believes that integrity is the cornerstone of all relationships, and he lives this value when dealing with all the people touched by his practice, including clients, employees, and others he meets through the course of business. Lin has been a trial lawyer for over 20...

Michael R. Puhl has been Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has been honored as a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly magazine since 2008. In 2006, he was appointed by Governor Rick Perry to the Texas Board of Examiners for Marital & Family Therapists and served as Chairman of that board from 2011-2016. He has been selected as a fellow on the Texas Family Law Foundation and on the Texas Family Law Foundation and the Collin County Bench/Bar Foundation. Michael is AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®—a rating achieved only by...

I graduated from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1994 and have been practicing family law ever since. I founded my own boutique practice in 2001. I'm the senior attorney of C.E. Borman & Associates, an established and highly regarded family law practice in Bryan, Texas. We bring a high level of energy, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude to work every day so that we can be both compassionate allies and aggressive advocates. Our mission is to provide straight talk and honest advice to clients in their pursuit of a better future. I love giving my clients the tools...

I'm a Texas Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney in Bryan|College Station and in surrounding Texas Counties. My career began as an assistant district attorney with Brazos County from 1990-1994. In 1994 I started the private practice of law and have practiced exclusively criminal defense.

Myles Porter is a trial lawyer in northeast Texas. A 6th generation native of Fannin County, he is the former District and County Attorney whose main areas of practice are criminal defense, personal injury and corporate representation.

I work directly with my clients to provide practical solutions to their legal challenges. I am one of the few attorneys in Montgomery County active in the field of Collaborative Divorce, providing an alternative for parents of young children to get divorced without destroying their relationship with their kids.

Attorney Eleanor “Cori” Curry graduated from Florida A&M University where she earned her Master of Business Administration in five years. She later went on to earn her law degree from South Texas College of Law. She is an entrepreneur by trade, as well as an attorney who has a passion for entrepreneurship and giving back to the community. Her career started off by managing the ophthalmology practice of Florence Wooten M.D., PA, while simultaneously working as a commercial and residential real estate broker and marketing and education liaison at her family’s brokerage firm, Pathway Real Estate Advisors. After earning her...

Richard J. Plezia has primarily focused his extensive litigation career on civil trials in both federal and state courts, trying numerous cases to verdict. He has participated in and tried over a hundred jury trials. He is one of only a very small percentage of Texas lawyers to be board certified twice. He is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by Texas Board of Legal Specialization and Board Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He has also been selected for membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and...

Joe Broussard, a member of one of the founding families of Jefferson County, Texas, joined MehaffyWeber in 1988 and became a shareholder in 1994. Joe is board certified in Estate Planning and Probate by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and heads the firm’s Business Department. His experience includes work with numerous closely-held and family owned businesses, residential and commercial real estate developments, convenience stores, petroleum fuel jobbers, real estate transactions involving both surface and mineral interests, oil and gas transactions, wills, trusts, estate tax, gift tax and generation skipping tax planning. Joe is legal counsel and an executive board...