Purmela Lawyers

A graduate of University of Texas School of Law, I have practiced in Tarrant and surrounding counties for years. Family and friends here. As a very young lawyer, I tried the first sexual harassment case Tarrant County had ever seen and much to the surprise of my older, mainly male colleagues, a Tarrant County jury awarded my client twice what we asked for! I've been on the forefront of a few other issues over the years and do not avoid controversy. Practicing on my own gives me the freedom to take cases that interest me. ...

My name is Patricia Burns, and I have a long history with North Texas, as I spent summers growing up at my family's farm in Mt. Veron, Texas. After receiving my undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University and working in the computer industry, I knew I had to return to North Texas. I moved to Fort Worth in 1997 to attend Texas Wesleyan University School of Law. After law school, I started my own law firm where I practiced business, tax and probate litigation in Tarrant County, Texas. In October of 2003, I joined the law firm of Decker, Jones,...

Handled personal injury litigation for over 30 years with experience in catastrophic losses, including, but not limited to, accident related death and paralysis claims, DWI/Drunk Driving accident related injuries and death , construction injuries , tractor-trailer and auto accidents. Firm belief that one does not take "NO" for an answer and incorporates that position in the consistent, ethical, and aggressive representation of my clients. My practice enjoys significant referrals from previous clients and other lawyers throughout Texas and the U.S. A personal approach is important in my practice, whereby each client meets with me in the initial interview,...

Mr. Shipley has devoted his life to the service of others. He has served his community as an emergency medical technician (EMT), a volunteer firefighter, a US Army soldier, a FBI agent and now as an attorney. While serving as a FBI agent for 14 years, Mr. Shipley investigated violations of both state and federal crimes. Mr. Shipley has testified in both state and federal court and is intimately familiar with the judicial process. Mr. Shipley’s skills as an investigator and negotiator give him a strong advantage in resolving legal issues in and out of the courtroom. He has worked with...

Gary Blanchard has been practicing law in Travis, Williamson and Hays Counties for 32 years.

Experience makes a HUGE difference when you are hiring a criminal defense attorney. You want someone who is intimately familiar with the court system and who can guide you through the tough choices quickly and efficiently. Don't trust your fate to some fancy downtown lawyer with less experience. Let Gary's expertise make the BIG difference in the outcome of your case. Gary doesn't use " terror" tactics by frightening you with possible harsh sentence outcomes, but educates you with the most probable outcome to your case....

Dan Barrett has been helping folks navigate the court system in Texas for more than thirty years. He is rated AV - Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, is included in The Register of Pre-eminent Attorneys and has been listed as a Texas Monthly Super Lawyer each year since beginning of the publication. Dan was also a member of the Texas House of Representatives, having been elected to represent the citizens of District 97 in 2007. While in the legislature, Dan served on the Land & Resource Management and Pensions & Investments Committees. His trial practice includes commercial and construction disputes, local government issues, business...

Experienced Business and Estate Attorney in Fort Worth with Highest Rating from Peers and Judges for Legal Ability and Ethics

Gary F. Westenhover is a Board Certified Estate Planning and Probate lawyer located in Weatherford Texas with over 25 years of experience in the court systems of North Texas. The firm engages in a general civil practice, with concentrations in many areas including: Probate Litigation Wills and Trusts Estate Administration Business Organization Commercial Transactions This firm maintains an active probate litigation practice throughout North Texas, particularly in the following cities and counties: Weatherford (Parker County) Mineral Wells (Palo Pinto...

Burgess Williams graduated from Florida State University College of Law in Tallahassee, FL where he earned a certificate in international law. Prior to law school, Burgess received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wake Forest University where he was a member of the men’s soccer team. Burgess is a trial lawyer who focuses his practice on personal injury law, including cases involving motor vehicle collisions, workplace injuries, sexual abuse/assault, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, and all cases where negligence results in bodily and financial harm. Burgess puts his clients’ interests above all else and fights hard to recover their damages....

Justin Malone is a graduate of St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. While in law school, Justin served as the Vice-Chairman of the St. Mary’s Board of Advocates. Additionally, Justin represented St. Mary’s in both regional and national competitions as an advocate for the External Advocacy Program’s Mock Trial Team. As a member of the Board of Advocates, Justin promoted the education and training of St. Mary’s students by serving as the chairman of multiple committees for advocacy competitions, and as a member of the committees for several others events. Justin was also a semi-finalist in the...

Bailey was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She left her hometown to attend the University of Michigan- Ann Arbor, where she graduated in 2013 with a Bachelor in Theater Arts. Bailey Vos moved back home where she went on to attend Western Michigan University- Cooley Law School and completed the accelerated program and graduated in 2 years.

Bailey Vos had never lived outside of Michigan. An internship in Austin, Texas was offered to her during her last semester of law school. She moved down south with the intentions of leaving shortly after her internship. Bailey Vos fell in love...

Jack Wilhelm is an Austin, Texas, attorney whose office is located convenient to the Railroad Commission, General Land Office, State Comptroller’s Office, State Capitol, and Austin area courthouses. Jack focuses his practice on oil and gas and state taxes. Jack’s oil and gas clients include Fortune 500 oil and gas companies and privately and publicly held oil and gas independents, as well as sophisticated landowners. Most of the oil and gas practice focuses on real estate (title examination, acquisition and divestiture of oil and gas properties, and negotiations) and assisting clients with matters before the Railroad Commission...

Former Air Force Jag and Military Judge.

At Hall Law Firm, attorney Trevor Hall merges extensive expertise in business insurance law with his unique passion for providing compassionate representation to individuals in family law.

With business comes risk, and with risk comes insurance. When insurance fails to respond to a business claim, however, the results can be disastrous for a company. Trevor has participated in the recovery of over $100,000,000.00 in insurance proceeds for businesses across Texas. Trevor formerly practiced with one of the largest commercial law firms in Texas, and he continues to employ his wide breadth of experience and expertise to successfully litigate for...

I serve Austin businesses and investors in resolving thorny disputes, protecting Intellectual Property, Patent Law, Estate Planning and Probate legal matters. I help clients with thoughtful estate planning that protects children and vulnerable family members, preserves assets, and creates Texas family legacies. I provide perspective and legal advice wrought by experience, and bring peace of mind for clients.