Newton Lawyers

I began practicing law in Lufkin, Texas in 1994. I represent clients in Social Security Disability / SSI claims, family and probate matters, and criminal defense. I primarily practice in Angelina, Nacogdoches, Houston, Trinity, and Polk Counties, but will occasionally travel to other areas, depending upon the needs of the client.

Driven by a strong desire to offer high-quality services that make the legal system more accessible to individuals and businesses, Eric Franklin established the law firm of Franklin, Franklin & Associates, serving the Beaumont, Houston, and Wharton, TX areas. He has spent years defending policyholders’ rights following fires, hailstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes and other disasters. He accepts clients anywhere in Texas. Clients can also connect with him for cases related to: · Business, Commercial, and construction litigation · Car, 18-wheeler, and motorcycle accidents · Any catastrophic...

"Sharon" began his legal career in 1965 and has amassed over 47 years of experience. During that time, he was elected as Justice of The Peace, County Attorney, and District Attorney of Orange County, Texas. Sharon has compiled an unparelled record at trial. Over the 47 years, Sharon has tried more than 700 cases, winning an overwhelming majority of these cases. He primarily handles criminal cases, divorce cases, and child custody cases. Sharon is a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Orange County Bar Association and the Jefferson County Bar Association. He was the...

Jeremy S. Willis is a proven, aggressive attorney with an experienced staff. While amicable resolution is to be hoped for, should disputes and potential litigation arise, we strive relentlessly to stay ahead of opposing counsel on fact-finding and evidence, keeping you as much in control of your own destiny as we possibly can. Matching your needs with the correct firm is crucial to the successful outcome of your legal situation. As an informed consumer of legal services, you need to be sure that the firm you select is qualified to handle your particular legal matter. To begin...

Sam is a specialist in estate planning & probate law and residential real estate law. He is board certified in both areas by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Included in his specialties is Elder Law, specifically Medicaid eligibility, Qualified Income (or Miller) Trusts, and disability planning.

Kate Mains Eckhart is as an associate in the firm’s Beaumont office. Kate works in the firm’s business section with a concentration in real estate and corporate transactions, tax, estate planning and probate, oil and gas law, and probate and guardianship litigation.

While in law school at South Texas College of Law, Kate served on the Editorial Board of the South Texas Law Review; as a law clerk in the United States Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Texas; and as a research assistant to the school’s professors updating hornbooks on federal income taxation and estate and gift taxation. She was a...

Campbell Cox offers mediation and arbitration services throughout East Texas. He retired at the end of 2020 as District Judge of the 145th Judicial District Court of Nacogdoches after serving for 20 years. He has taken Senior Judge Status.
His legal background and time on the bench has given him unique skills that can be helpful in resolving legal matters. Cox limits his service to mediation and arbitration so as to be available to fit your schedule needs.
He holds mediation and arbitration at his office in Nacogdoches and any location in East Texas.
Cox obtained his mediation training through the University...

Mr. Kovar has worked extensively with business owners and health care providers all over the country. As CEO of HealthTrust Software, he has a unique understanding of the health care industry and an in depth knowledge of business operations. His honest, innovative and intelligent approach helps his clients save time, money and energy. His experience allows for more informed decisions, which bring better results. Mr. Kovar received his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston. He has a BA in Political Science from Stephen F. Austin State University.

While other lawyers "cover" Bridge City, Brian grew up here. He attended Hatton Elementary, BCJHS and graduated Bridge City High School in 1978 with honors. After graduation he obtained his Bachelors Degree from McMurry University and his Law Degree from Texas Tech University School of Law. Spending 30 plus years in the Dallas - Fort Worth area, he became an experienced civil trial attorney concentrating in insurance defense, personal injury, trucking and construction litigation. He has tried over 200 jury trials to verdict and is rated as a Preeminent Attorney by a major peer review company....

Prior to entering the practice of law, Bobby L Phillips had a career in the corrections industry that spanned over 27 years. Bobby served as deputy warden and/or Senior Warden at multiple state and private correctional facilities. Having returned to his southeast texas home of Livingston, he now practices law in the area and is dedicated to providing honest and affordable representation to his clients. In addition to his law practice Bobby is a well regarded public speaker; speaking on his interesting background, career, family and faith.

As the founder of Steven Packard, Attorney at Law, Orange County attorney Steven S. Packard provides legal counsel for Texas debtors. Since 1992, he has been practicing law in Texas. In addition to his bankruptcy work, Mr. Packard serves as Of-Counsel for a personal injury firm as Of-Counsel. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University. Contact his firm today for a no-cost case evaluation.