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Monica Rawlins
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Houston, TX Family Law Attorney
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Amir Tavakkoli
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Bryan Joseph Fagan
(281) 810-9760Free Consultation
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Roland Darby
Sealy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 48 years experience
(979) 877-0088 330 Main St
 Sealy, TX 77474
Family, Consumer, Criminal and Divorce
South Texas College Of Law
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Paul Looney
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Hempstead, TX Family Law Lawyer. 27 years experience
(979) 826-8484 918 Austin Street
 Hempstead, TX 77445
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Domestic Violence
South Texas College Of Law
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We Have a History of Winning trials! We have a very high success rate when it comes to preventing criminal accusations from turning into formal charges as well as shutting down criminal investigations. We are able to do this because we move quickly, and never stop working. We are different from other criminal defense firms because of the stellar record of success of Paul Looney, trial attorney. Mr. Looney has tried 60 criminal defense jury trials since 1995 with ZERO convictions. With us on your side, you are not alone. You have effective support throughout the entire...
(281) 597-8818 11767 Katy Freeway Suite #740
 Houston, TX 77079
Pamela C Lyle
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Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 7 years experience
(281) 646-0644 21815 Oak Park Trails Drive
 Katy, TX 77450
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
South Texas College of Law
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Pamela Lyle received her law degree from South Texas College of Law and began practicing law in 2009. While at STCL, she was an active member of the Family Law and Probate Society and interned with the school’s Advanced Family Law Clinic, providing pro bono legal services to Houston’s underserviced population. After being admitted to the Texas Bar, Pamela provided eDiscovery services in finance litigation and government investigation. Her practice focuses on family law, guardianship, estate planning and probate matters. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Pamela received her undergraduate degree in Political Science and History from the...
Scott Morgan
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Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 23 years experience
(281) 886-8800 24044 Cinco Village Center Blvd. #100
 Katy, TX 77494
Family and Divorce
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Scott Morgan is a board certified Texas family law attorney who has represented clients in divorce and family law cases since 1994.
(512) 212-7878 106 E. Sixth St.
Ste. 900
 Austin, TX 78701
(512) 402-7133 2802 Flintrock Trace
Ste. 282
 Austin, TX 78738
Mr. Alex Hunt
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney.
(832) 315-5494 24630 Kingsland Blvd.
 Katy, TX 77494
Family, Divorce, Education and Juvenile
University of Houston - Main Campus
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Alex Hunt is a trusted family lawyer with experience in a wide range of family law matters, including complex child custody disputes, high-asset property divisions and divorces, and enforcements and modifications of existing court orders. He prides himself on providing ethical, responsive representation to all of his clients. His goal is to always ensure clients' rights and assets are protected, while keeping costs low and stress at a minimum. Alex's mission, since he founded Hunt Law Firm, is to provide client-focused representation that is responsive to client's needs. Clients can expect zealous representation that protects important rights and assets. Just...
Jeffrey Carl Brashear
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Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 10 years experience
(281) 994-4034 410 West Grand Parkway South
Suite 104
 Katy, TX 77494
Family, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
University of Houston - Main Campus and Florida Coastal School of Law
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Mr. Brashear's legal career began with a tour aboard the U.S.S. Philippine Sea (CG58). While aboard this U.S. Naval vessel, he defended the United States while visiting and taking in the cultural values of many other countries such as Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Germany, Spain, Italy and Greece. After completing his tour aboard U.S.S. Philippine Sea (CG58), Mr. Brashear had the pleasure of working with the Navy Legal Service Office Southeast Jacksonville, Florida; where he processed claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act. While in Jacksonville, he was also stationed with the Trial Service Office Southeast where he...
Kathleen Fuchs LeFevre
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 4 years experience
(281) 646-0644 21815 Oak Park Trails Drive
 Katy, TX 77450
Family and Divorce
University of Houston - Main Campus
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After receiving her law degree from the University of Houston in 2012, Kathleen began practicing family law in the greater Houston area. Her practice has continued to grow while maintaining a focus on family law matters, including adult disabled children, divorce and asset division, modification and enforcement of prior orders, child custody, and child support. She is also experienced in settlement negotiations, mediation, hearings and trial. Kathleen believes that no case is “standard” and it is her attention to the unique circumstances of each case that leads to success for her clients. A native of the Houston area, Kathleen...
Daniel A. Ruiz
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Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 9 years experience
(281) 391-4262 1795 N Fry Rd
Suite 305
 Katy, TX 77449
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Probate
Texas Tech University School of Law
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Owner Daniel A. Ruiz served over 6 years on active duty in the US Army as an infantry soldier, including service in the Army's elite special operations unit, the 75th Ranger Regiment. After active duty, Daniel served over 3 years in the Texas Army National Guard while completing his undergraduate degree in business administration and finance at UT-Pan American. Daniel attended law school from 2004-2007 at the University of Texas Tech School of Law where he served on the Editorial Board of the popular Texas Bank Lawyer journal and as president of the law school's Corporate & Bankruptcy Law...
11111 McCracken
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 Cypress, TX 77429
Sarah Springer
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 36 years experience
(281) 646-0644 21815 Oak Park Trails Drive
 Katy, TX 77450
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of South Carolina - Columbia
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I have been practicing law since 1980 and spent twelve years as a family and probate judge in Mississippi. I returned to Texas in 2007 and founded the Springer Law Firm. We serve residents of Fort Bend County, Harris County, Waller County and Austin County. I am a member of the Texas State Bar College, the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Family Law Foundation. I pride myself on keeping up-to-date in the areas of law in which I practice. I am President of the Fort Bend County Bar Association...
Mack Travers
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 28 years experience
(281) 492-2166 20501 Katy Freeway
Suite 124
 Katy, TX 77450
Family and Divorce
South Texas College Of Law
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In 1995, Mack founded Travers & Travers in Katy, Texas following a successful career in civil litigation at Dunn, Kacal, Adams, Pappas & Law where he practiced insurance defense litigation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, Mack was a claims manager for USF&G Insurance Company. Mack handles divorce and complex family law matters, included contested and uncontested litigation in Katy, Texas and throughout the state. As a retired member of the United States Air Force, Mack’s discipline and integrity are apparent in each case he litigates for his clients. Education: B.A., Industrial Relations, Rockhurst University, Kansas City, Missouri, 1972...
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Jodi H. Kauachi
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Conroe, TX Family Law Lawyer
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Armand Jawanmardi
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Courtney Cherry
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney.
(281) 646-0644 21218 Kingsland Blvd.
 Katy, TX 77450
Family and Immigration
University of Houston - Main Campus
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I practice immigration and family law in Katy, Texas. I graduated from the University of Houston Law Center. Before becoming a lawyer I taught both elementary and high school students. Before teaching, I attended Lehigh University as an undergrad where I played college volleyball, took part in an all girls acapella group, and studied international relations. I now live in Katy with my husband and son. I am so excited to live in such a vibrant city where I can make a positive difference in people's lives.
Sherrie Haussner Travers
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 27 years experience
(281) 492-2166 20501 Katy Freeway, Suite 124
 Katy, TX 77450
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
South Texas College Of Law
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In 1995, Sherrie founded Travers & Travers in Katy, Texas following a successful teaching career. Sherrie is board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She specializes in complex family law matters, including issues of divorce, property characterization, child support, and issues involving children. Sherrie is also an experienced mediator and collaborative law facilitator. Board Certification: Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 1996 to present Education: B.S., Mathematics, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas, 1968 Summa Cum Laude M.S., Mathematics, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas, 1969 Magna Cum Laude B.S.,...
Matthew D Flanagan
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 4 years experience
(832) 315-5494 24630 Kingsland Blvd.
 Katy, TX 77494
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SMU Dedman School of Law
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Kelly Young Rizzo
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Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer.
(832) 315-5494 24630 Kingsland Blvd.
 Katy, TX 77494
Family and Divorce
University of Houston - Main Campus
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Kelly is passionate about the practice of family law and commits herself to zealously advocating for each and every client she represents. She balances being extremely detail-oriented with an eye towards minimizing client costs. Clients have relied on her to represent their interests in a variety of lawsuits, including divorces, custody disputes, and modifications of existing court orders.

Kelly believes that client input is key in effecting a resolution to a family law dispute. With her as their attorney, clients can expect to be involved in every stage of the process and no decisions will be made without the client fully...
Zara Ali
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Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 4 years experience
(877) 525-5961 2717 Commercial Center Boulevard
Suite E200
 Katy, TX 77494
Family, Divorce and Immigration
South Texas College of Law and University of Houston - Main Campus
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My law office offers a welcoming environment where clients appreciate working directly with me from the beginning to the end of each legal matter. I answer phone calls promptly, meet one-on-one with each client beginning with an initial consultation and stay in close communication with each client throughout each case. Knowledge gained through my Master of Laws (LL.M) degree in international law Previous experience at a larger law firm and in my own law practice Commitment to client satisfaction Approachable, engaging personality
Georgia Barker
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Katy, TX Family Law Attorney.
(713) 205-7573 2717 Commercial Center, Blvd., Suite E200
 Katy, TX 77494
Family, Estate Planning, Juvenile and Nursing Home
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Erma Yvette Martin
Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 21 years experience
(713) 219-1121 3719 Sedalia Brook Ln
 Katy, TX 77494
Family, Business, Criminal and Divorce
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Christopher Eric Schmidt
Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 38 years experience
(713) 840-7877 5506 1st St
 Katy, TX 77493
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
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Conrad Day
Bellville, TX Family Law Attorney. 37 years experience
(979) 865-9103 18 W Main St
 Bellville, TX 77418
Family, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
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Stephen Chris
Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 11 years experience
(713) 252-1878 1319 Wellshire Dr
 Katy, TX 77494
Family, Administrative and Personal Injury
South Texas College Of Law
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Michael T. Griffin
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Conroe, TX Family Law Attorney
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Brian Russell Cain
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James Bromberg
Richmond, TX Family Law Attorney. 21 years experience
(832) 595-9930 3703 Aspenwood Dr
 Richmond, TX 77469
Family, Personal Injury and Real Estate
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Melanie Walker Renazco
Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 10 years experience
(832) 489-3594 707 S Fry Rd
 Katy, TX 77450
Family, Business and Consumer
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Israel Pena
Katy, TX Family Law Attorney. 15 years experience
(956) 243-2315 23703 Cansfield Way
 Katy, TX 77494
Family, Business, Consumer and Divorce
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Charles John Karisch
Hempstead, TX Family Law Lawyer. 36 years experience
(979) 826-2478 816 Wilkins St
 Hempstead, TX 77445
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
South Texas College Of Law
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Ruth Aniacka Ortiz
Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer. 19 years experience
(281) 392-5525 1721 East Ave
 Katy, TX 77493
Family, Communications and Divorce
South Texas College Of Law
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John Mara
Katy, TX Family Law Lawyer.
(281) 391-9237 1203 Avenue C
 Katy, TX 77493
Family and Divorce
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R. Jeanette Parham
Hempstead, TX Family Law Attorney. 22 years experience
(979) 826-4838 916 Wilkins St
 Hempstead, TX 77445
Family, Criminal and Divorce
South Texas College Of Law
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James Jerome
Bellville, TX Family Law Lawyer. 44 years experience
(979) 865-5973 7 N Harris St
 Bellville, TX 77418
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Fran Brochstein
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Houston, TX Family Law Attorney. 25 years experience
(713) 847-6000 8978 Kirby Drive
 Houston, TX 77054
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Elder
South Texas College Of Law
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Attorney & mediator for all areas of family law (divorce, custody, child support, paternity, modification, family disputes, assistance in working with elderly parents, etc.) Price - $300 per side for 4 hours. Located by NRG Stadium. Free parking. Snacks provided. A safe and secure environment to try to resolve your issues.
Brian Douglas Walters
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Sugar Land, TX Family Law Lawyer. 20 years experience
3 Sugar Creek Center Blvd. #100
 Sugar Land, TX 77478
Family and Divorce
University of Texas - Austin
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Hi, I'm Brian. I was born in Florida, the son a career Marine Corps officer. After living all over the world and graduating from high school in West Germany, I returned to Texas and graduated from Texas A&M University in 1993 with a BBA. I then graduated from The University of Texas Law School in 1996. I've practiced exclusively family and divorce law since then. I was Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 2003 and am remain so today. Me and my staff work hard for our clients and are 100...
(713) 597-7510 1177 West Loop S. #700
 Houston, TX 77027
9595 Six Pines Dr. #8210
 The Woodlands, TX 77380
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Tad Nelson
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Houston, TX Family Law Lawyer. 25 years experience
(713) 802-1631 1221 Studewood St
#107
 Houston, TX 77008
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
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Owner of a boutique criminal and DWI defense firm that lives by the saying, "Big city experience, small town values." A firm that is more concerned with it's clients, our client's family, and our client's peace of mind during the process than the fee the client pays. It is a privilege to represent our clients in court and protect their rights. We also serve our clients in family and divorce law. Houston DWI Lawyer Tad A. Nelson.
(713) 802-1631 723 Main St
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 Houston, TX 77002
(281) 316-9201 820 E Main St
 League City, TX 77573
1919 Sealy
 Galveston, TX 77550
Angelique Montes
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Houston, TX Family Law Attorney. 6 years experience
(832) 378-7781 24 E. Greenway Plaza, Suite 1705
 Houston, TX 77046
Family, Divorce and Immigration
University of Houston - Main Campus
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Montes Law Firm, PLLC is based in Houston, Texas. Angelique Montes is an attorney practicing immigraiton and family law. Born in Houston, Texas to Cuban immigrant parents - she was one of the first in her family to be born a U.S. citizen. Angelique is fluent in both English and Spanish. In January 2011, Angelique began building a law firm from the ground up. From her expereince and knowledge of the law, zealous advocacy, and dedication and ability to work with each individual client personally - as a person and not as a case...
Carl J Selesky
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Houston, TX Family Law Attorney. 22 years experience
(713) 780-9595 5225 Katy Freeway, #605
 Houston, TX 77007
Free ConsultationFamily, Business and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
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Admitted to practice since 1994 and formed the Selesky Law Firm in 2004. The Firm is service oriented and litigation intensive. The Firm handles family law and commerical cases throughout Southeast Texas in their Houston office and the Texas Hill Country in their Austin office. The Firm has been built by building relationships with clients one case at a time.
(512) 535-4685 1101 S. Capital of Texas
 Austin, TX 78746
James Reid Perry II
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Houston, TX Family Law Attorney. 14 years experience
(281) 970-4175 12850 Jones Rd
Suite 201
 Houston, TX 77070
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning
South Texas College of Law
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J. Reid Perry, Attorney at Law, has been providing legal representation services for over 13 years as a solo practitioner. Serving Northwest Houston/Harris County, Montgomery County and Waller County; Reid is dedicated to helping his neighbors find solutions to their legal matters, whether this includes informal or formal mediation, a collaborative approach, or litigation. Reid's number one goal is to provide high-quality affordable legal representation while treating all his clients with dignity and respect. Reid believes most of his clients are best served by finding collaborative solutions to their family law issues, but is willing and able to...
Mary E. Ramos
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Houston, TX Family Law Attorney. 12 years experience
(713) 561-5198 1214 Miramar Street
 Houston, TX 77006
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Texas Southern University
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Mary E. Ramos is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specializations. She is an experienced family law attorney recognized and respected throughout the Houston legal community for dedication in effectively representing clients' rights and interests. Mary understands the emotional side of divorce and brings a special compassion to each and every case. She also offers clients knowledgeable and competent legal advice with the following family law goals. She also offers clients knowledgeable and competent legal advice with the following family law goals. *Educate the client about the law and court procedures *Explore options and...
Cynthia Thomson Diggs
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Houston, TX Family Law Lawyer. 33 years experience
(713) 802-1777 5300 Memorial Dr #900
 Houston, TX 77007
Family and Divorce
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Cindy Diggs has practiced law for over 25 years in Houston and the surrounding areas. She is a specialist in all types of family law and divorce cases. Ms. Diggs earned her juris doctorate from The University of Texas School of Law in 1984, where she was an Associate Editor of the Texas Law Review and a member of the Order of the Barristers. She also represented the university as a member of its National Moot Court Team and National Mock Trial Team. In addition, Cindy is a founding member and served on the Advisory Board of the Houston Urban...
Matthew Tyson
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Houston, TX Family Law Lawyer. 3 years experience
(713) 869-7474 1004 Prairie St. #300
 Houston, TX 77002
Family, Criminal and Divorce
Texas Tech University School of Law
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Israel Garcia Jr
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Houston, TX Family Law Lawyer. 24 years experience
(832) 778-8561 6906 Atwell, Suite 201
 Houston, TX 77081
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Immigration
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Born and raised in Austin, Texas. I now consider myself a Houstonite. I love Houston, would never live anywhere else. I love the outdoors. I play Tennis regularly, watch a lot of College Baseball, Jog regularly. I carry my Tennis Racket and my Tennis shoes everywhere I go! Always up for it!
(713) 926-0516 1515 S/Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive
 Houston, TX 77011
(713) 943-9537 712 Spencer Highway, Suite 103
 South Houston, TX 77587
Lennea Cannon
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Sugar Land, TX Family Law Lawyer. 13 years experience
14090 Southwest Freeway
Suite 300
 Sugar Land, TX 77478
Family and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
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Lennea grew up in Austin, Texas and moved to Houston to attend law school in 2001, and has been here ever since. She attended Texas A & M University where she received her undergraduate degree of Bachelor of Business Administration in 2001. Ms. Cannon received her Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law in 2004 and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas that same year. Her business background and experience make her uniquely qualified to represent clients in complex property cases in a...
(855) 976-4041 1800 Bering
Suite 600
 Houston, TX 77057
2600 South Shore Boulevard
SUite 300
 League City, TX 77573
111 Congress
Suite 400
 Austin, TX 78701
Bert Steinmann
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Houston, TX Family Law Lawyer. 21 years experience
301-3C Wells Fargo Drive
 Houston, TX 77090
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
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Lifetime native of Conroe and Montgomery County, 1989 Graduate of Conroe High School
(936) 441-8675 1915 North Frazier #104
 Conroe, TX 77301

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