South Houston Lawyers

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.

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...

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...

With nearly 30 years of complex commercial litigation experience, Robert R. Burford has distinguished himself as an aggressive and successful attorney for his clients. Mr. Burford has handled business disputes of nearly every variety for both plaintiffs and defendants. Mr. Burford has skillfully handled nearly every type of high-stakes business disputes including litigation involving fiduciary duties, securities fraud, mergers and acquisitions, Director’s and Officers’ liability, legal malpractice, oil and gas matters, partnership disputes, intellectual property disputes, theft of trade secrets, healthcare related matters and complex contractual disputes. Mr. Burford graduated from the University of Houston in 1981...

Jonathan has worked in the legal industry for over 10 years. In addition to his current work, he previously represented clients in matters involving insurance coverage and insurance defense. His time spent defending insurance companies provided him with unique insight into how carriers evaluate claims. He uses this experience to his clients’ advantage when insurance companies refuse to pay his clients the compensation they are due. Since joining the plaintiffs’ bar, Jonathan has successfully obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of hundreds of injured clients and the surviving loved ones of wrongful death victims. Jonathan graduated from...

Hilario “Ricky” Hernandez is a criminal defense attorney with J.D. Silva & Associates. He has been an attorney with the firm since 2020, focusing his practice on criminal defense, assault defense, dwi defense and personal injury litigation. He has worked in the legal industry since 2017 and tried his first case in 2018. A former resident of Houston’s Third Ward, Ricky has seen firsthand how harsh the justice system can be for those without representation. In addition to his personal injury work, he previously served as an Assistant District Attorney at the Harris County District Attorney’s office. Ricky is...

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...

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.

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...

Jason E. Payne is a highly accomplished personal injury lawyer and founder of Payne Law Firm. With an office in Charlotte, North Carolina, Payne Law Firm provides comprehensive personal injury representation to victims of serious accidents. Attorney Payne is a native of Port Arthur, Texas and earned his legal degree from the University of Houston Law Center in 2002. He has largely focused his legal practice on personal injury litigation and has also represented numerous Fortune 500 clients in various legal proceedings. In addition to his legal practice, he has served as a consultant to numerous small businesses and elected...

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...

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 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.

J.L. Carpenter has worked both sides of the aisle, prosecuting and defending people facing criminal charges. In addition to gaining trial experience as a prosecutor, Attorney Carpenter has trained under highly skilled defense lawyers. In 2006, J.L. Carpenter worked alongside the Honorable Craig A. Washington in United States v. Tyrone Mapletoft Williams what became known as the truck driver case. In 2008, Lawyer Carpenter also assisted Attorney Chip B. Lewis in the State of Texas v. Timothy Shepherd a highly publicized murder trial in Harris County, Texas. What that means for you as a client is that...

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

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.

Featured in the June 2008 issue of H Texas Magazine, Attorney Robert L. Woods has earned the respect of the Houston community. After retiring as a Lieutenant from the Houston Police Department, he founded Woods Law Firm, P.C.,, a professional corporation committed to providing experienced investigation and aggressive representation. A graduate of the prestigious FBI National Academy, he holds a degree in criminal justice from Sam Houston University and a law degree from South Texas College of Law. He is licensed to practice law in all county and district courts of Texas, the Texas Court of Appeals, the Texas Supreme Court...

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.

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...

Born in Houston, Texas, and raised in Kirbyville, Texas, Jasper County—Xavier M. Bennett combines his education and experience as an electrical engineer, with his passionate desire to help his clients. He has been described as a tough, meticulous, relentless and caring litigator. He has represented both plaintiffs and defendants (along with their insurance companies) at other top Texas firms, where he trained with some of the best in the business. He is also a licensed patent attorney after having passed the patent bar, a test that is very challenging for all who take it. Xavier obtained his undergraduate degree in Electrical...

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

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...

Jamison’s practice focuses on Commercial Transactions & Litigation, Tax, and Asset Protection. Jamison has handled numerous commercial contract enforcement and collections cases, resulting in dozens of successful judgments, settlements, and awards. While working with H&R Block, Jamison advised hundreds of business clients on a wide array of tax matters and has represented his own clients in IRS controversy matters such as Audits, Offshore Voluntary Disclosures (OVDP), and Offers in Compromise. His experience in Tax and IRS controversy, contract disputes, and collections provides him with the ability to advise clients on asset protection strategies, entity formation, and wills and trusts.

Jamison graduated...

At Warren Law, I, Bruce K. Warren, Esq., fully comprehend the emotional strain that criminal charges can impose on you, your spouse, and your children. I am dedicated to safeguarding you from unjust prosecution and upholding your rights. I have been practicing criminal law across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York for over 23 years. My extensive experience in these states equips me to handle a wide range of criminal law cases effectively. Warren Law is also excited to announce that we are now offering services for criminal record expungements in New Jersey. As the lead attorney at Warren Law, I am here...

Carey Worrell Owner & Principal Attorney, SimpleLawTX Carey Worrell is the founder and principal attorney of SimpleLawTX, where she brings over 20 years of comprehensive legal experience to serve clients across multiple practice areas. Her diverse expertise spans probate law, estate planning, business law, real estate, and immigration, making her uniquely qualified to address the varied legal needs of both individuals and businesses in Texas. Carey began her academic journey at the University of Houston, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2000 with a double major in Political Science and Economics. Her exceptional academic performance earned her admission to Harvard Law School,...

Sara Hashmi, PharmD, JD has unique skillset for medical malpractice cases, with her over fifteen years of experience as a pharmacist with a top international retail pharmacy, including several years of managerial experience. This experience, combined with her background in defending medical malpractice cases, provides her a comprehensive perspective on medical and pharmaceutical negligence cases. She has recently expanded her practice to all injury cases, where her medical background will well-serve those clients who are injured as a result of the negligence of another company or individual. Continue reading her full biography: https://www.sorrelslaw.com/team/sara-hashmi-pharmd-jd/

Kyle Knizner is a versatile lawyer who always strives to achieve the best result for his clients. His practice focuses on a variety of personal injury matters including automobile accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, premises liability, workplace injuries, and wrongful death. Growing up in a family of lawyers, he learned early on that lawyers can have a tremendous impact on the lives of others. With diligent preparation, focused execution, and unrelenting attention to detail, Kyle has secured millions for injured Texans across the state. After earning his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University, Kyle attended South Texas College of Law Houston where he...

James Nguyen is a dedicated advocate pursuing justice for his clients. His practice primarily focuses on personal injury matters including automobile accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, premises liability, workplace injuries, and wrongful death. James’ practice also includes commercial litigation, landlord/tenant, and real estate litigation matters. Whether helping a policyholder recover insurance proceeds to repair their property, helping an injured person, or settling a dispute between a landlord and a tenant, James prides himself in advocating for his clients in the pursuit to bring them a fair and just result. Prior to his transition into representation of injured people and underpaid policyholders, James practiced...

I am passionate about personal injury and family law. A native Houstonian, I graduated from The University of Houston Law Center. Prior, I attended college at Emory University, graduating with a joint degree in English and Creative Writing and a minor in Theater.

During my time at the University of Houston Law Center, I was President of the Student Animal Legal Defense Fund and chaired the Moore’s School of Music Gala. I was also honored and a speaker alongside actress Christine Baranski for the Human Rights Gala. I completed a summer clerkship at the Law Office of Dan Cogdell, a...

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...