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Sean S Chalaki
Denton County, TX Attorney
Free ConsultationProducts Liability
Appalachian School of Law
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Ross B. Russell
McLennan County, TX Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Business, Consumer and Real Estate
Texas A&M University School of Law
Ross Russell is an attorney focusing on arbitration, mediation and providing other ADR services, as well as business law, real estate law, and estate planning. Ross is licensed in multiple jurisdictions and is able to assist in any situation a client might have. Give him a call!
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James Bettersworth
Comal County, TX Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness
St. Mary's University School of Law
James S. Bettersworth, who hails from Texas, completed his undergraduate studies at Texas Lutheran University and earned his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary's Law School in 1997.
Upon graduating from St. Mary's, he was granted his license to practice law in Texas on June 4th, 1998. Additionally, Mr. Bettersworth is licensed to practice in the Federal Courts of the Western District of Texas as well as hold a license enabling him to practice within the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals based in New Orleans. He is an active member of both the Texas Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association for...
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Juan Castro
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Immigration
St. Mary's University School of Law
I am passionate about providing my clients with dedicated representation and with providing the right solutions for their immigration needs. Whether the case is about attaining citizenship, different types of visas, appeals, and more, I will work with you through the entire process from start to finish.
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Tara Gilmore-Low
Taylor County, TX Lawyer
Free ConsultationBusiness and Insurance Claims
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Tara Gilmore-Low has worked in the field of personal injury law in Abilene, Texas for several years. Prior to law school she was a paralegal in the same field for nearly 10 years, also in Abilene, Texas. She was raised in the small town of Clyde, Texas just a few miles outside of Abilene. When deciding where to pursue her legal career she had the choice of going to a big city firm or returning to her small town roots to be with her family and the people she loved. She returned to Abilene and has...
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Gary Churak
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationWhite Collar Crime
Attorney GARY F. CHURAK has been providing quality legal representation on criminal matters including but not limited to DWI, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, sex crimes and assaults since 1982. The Law Offices of GARY F. CHURAK is a small firm offering personal attention to each and every client's case. Attorney GARY CHURAK understands that being charged with a criminal offense is stressful not only for the client but also for the family. He is there to offer his experience and knowledge of the law to assist the client through this trying time. Attorney GARY...
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Michael V. Galo Jr.
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Employment
Stanford Law School
Michael V. Galo Jr. focuses his legal practice on federal and state employment and labor law, covering a wide array of areas. With a keen interest in matters concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act, Mr. Galo brings extensive experience to these domains. Additionally, he has a robust background representing management in issues relating to the National Labor Relations Act, including tasks such as union-organizing campaigns, collective bargaining, and union arbitrations.
Throughout his career spanning twenty-five years, Mr. Galo has navigated numerous cases involving non-competition agreements, confidentiality covenants, and the...
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Ryan G. Reiffert
Bexar County, TX Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Communications and Securities
New York University School of Law
B.A., University of Texas Austin (Plan II Honors)
J.D., New York University School of Law
Business Essentials Certificate ("Mini-MBA"), University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School
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Isabel de la Riva
Bexar County, TX Attorney with 25 years of experience
(210) 343-1553
84 NE Loop 410, Ste 277
Century Heights
San Antonio, TX 78216
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation
St. Mary's University School of Law
I am a mediator with 24 years of trial experience in civil litigation, from personal injury to business law to family law. My background in handling cases gives me an edge on many mediators who haven't been in the trenches with their clients.
I am fully bilingual in Spanish.
I have handled everything from small claims cases to multi-million dollar claims and have a degree in psychology. I am able to effectively communicate with all parties to get the best resolution for their case.
I offer both in-person and zoom mediations.
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Mario Del Prado
Bexar County, TX Attorney with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationWhite Collar Crime
St. Mary's University School of Law
Soon after obtaining his law degree from St.Mary's School of Law in 1986, Mario Del Prado chose to focus his practice on criminal defense. In 1991, Mario and his wife founded Del Prado Law, where they effectively represent clients in the San Antonio area. Mario is currently a Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mario has been recognized by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as Board Certified in Criminal Trial. Mario has been named as a “Texas Super Lawyer”...
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John J Davis III
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, IP, Patents and Trademarks
South Texas College of Law
John Davis is a founder and Managing Member at Kearney, McWilliams & Davis, PLLC. He practices and oversees the firm’s intellectual property, residential and commercial property, commercial transactions, and litigation practice areas. For his clients, John focuses on business problems and solutions, including entity creation, financing, mergers & acquisitions, entity reorganizations, dispute resolution, and corporate best practices and business strategy. His experience includes providing assistance in the creation of companies and commercialization of technologies, including identifying and filing appropriate intellectual property protections in patents, trademarks, and copyrights, as well as the enforcement of such rights. He also serves as counsel,...
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Kyle Lynn Mathis
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 11 years of experience
(972) 972-4444
901 NE Interstate 410 Loop
Ste 650
San Antonio, TX 78209
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims
University of Alabama School of Law
Kyle Mathis is the Chief Operating Officer at McCormick Law Firm. He has settled over $20 million worth of personal injury cases and is known for the volume and complexity of cases he has settled over his career. Clients have referred to Mr. Mathis as “professional and patient” and praised his ability to resolve cases in a timely manner.
Prior to joining McCormick Law, Mr. Mathis worked for a large firm based in San Antonio as both a manager and litigation attorney.
Mr. Mathis received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2013, and also...
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Cade Browning
Taylor County, TX Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims
Baylor Law School
Cade Browning's practice is devoted to litigation. He is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in personal injury trial law and is licensed in both Texas and Oklahoma. Cade was born in Lucas, Texas where he grew up raising, training, selling and showing cutting horses. He continues that tradition today at his ranch in Coronado's Camp where he lives with his wife, Katie, and their two boys, Barrett and Bede. Cade graduated from Texas A&M University and Baylor University School of Law, where he was twice elected President of the Student Bar Association. Professionally,...
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Brandon Jay Grable
Bexar County, TX Attorney with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Business, Consumer and Employment
St. Mary's University School of Law
Brandon J. Grable is an Attorney based in San Antonio, Texas, and represents Clients all over Texas. Brandon runs his practice by one simple, time-tested rule: treat every client like family. He represents his clients as if they were his own mother or child. Brandon brings with him what is not found on a resume-grit, small town values, and humble beginnings.
Brandon began his path at 17-years-old when he skipped his high school graduation in small town Arizona so he could attend basic training for the United States Army. He served in the Army honorably for 10 years as a Non-commissioned...
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Justin Hill
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Products Liability
Baylor Law School
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Shawn P. Fox
Bexar County, TX Lawyer
(210) 375-4812
6243 Interstate 10 Frontage Rd, Suite 1011
San Antonio, TX 78201
Free ConsultationProducts Liability and Workers' Comp
University of Houston - Main Campus
Shawn Fox is a Personal Injury and Civil Trial Lawyer and is licensed to practice as an attorney by the states of Texas and Pennsylvania. Acknowledged as a Texas Rising Star, his practice is focused on protecting the rights of the injured.
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Donald Lee Crook Jr
Bexar County, TX Attorney with 33 years of experience
Mr. Crook received his law degree from St. Mary’s University in 1992, however his career did not start with the law. Mr. Crook first earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Education and History from Texas A&M University and went on to coach football and teach history at San Antonio’s Tom C. Clark High School, following in his father’s footsteps as a longtime coach. Today Mr. Crook is a successful attorney holding the position of Chief of Litigation at Wayne Wright, LLP. He is licensed to practice law in the Texas and in the United States District...
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Richard Reagan Sahadi
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 19 years of experience
6011 Broadway Suite 101
San Antonio, TX 78209
Free ConsultationProducts Liability
University of Houston Law Center
Reagan Sahadi is a tenacious, hardworking personal injury attorney who represents clients in wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury cases throughout Texas and the nation.
He received his bachelor's in business administration from St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2001. He then attended the University of Houston Law Center graduating in 2005. Reagan returned home to Corpus Christi, Texas and began his law practice.
Reagan Sahadi has recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients, including a $124 Million judgment against a negligent bus company in El Paso, Texas....
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Thomas George Hall Jr
Tarrant County, TX Attorney with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationProducts Liability
I have been Board Certified since 1988. Each year I exceed my continuing legal education requirements by not only attending the state required courses, but I also teach Trial Advocacy and Procedural Law at Texas Tech School of Law as an adjunct professor every summer. I have been selected by a Peer Review Organization and have been awarded the designation of Best Lawyers in America for 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. Recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from Texas Tech University School of Law. President of the Texas Tech Law School Foundation....
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Justin Allen Hill
Bexar County, TX Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationProducts Liability
Hill Law Firm is a personal injury law firm located in San Antonio, Texas. Firm founder, Justin Hill, has been practicing personal injury law in South Texas since 2007. In 2015 Justin started Hill Law Firm to dedicate his time to help plaintiffs in cases against wrongdoers. Justin is passionate about helping victims who have been injured due to the negligence of someone else. From car accident injuries to product liability cases, pharmaceutical drug litigation, wrongful death and more, Justin Hill can help your case. If you or someone your love have been injured in South Texas, call Hill Law...
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Brandon Warren
Tarrant County, TX Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Texas A&M University School of Law
Hi, my name is Brandon Warren. I wanted to take a minute to tell you a little bit about myself, because I think it is important that you feel comfortable with the lawyer you choose to represent you.
Professional
I moved to Fort Worth in May of 2011 to attend Texas A&M School of Law, and I graduated in 2014. By the time I graduated in 2014, I already had gained three years of invaluable experience in bankruptcy law by working as an intern a local bankruptcy firm. Since then, I have represented hundreds of clients, sharpening my...
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Darin Michael Klemchuk
Dallas County, TX Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, IP, Patents and Trademarks
Vanderbilt University Law School and University of Washington School of Law
My chief passion is to revolutionize the way legal services are delivered, particularly intellectual property (IP) and technology law. I am an evangelist for change in how law firms are structured to provide a different kind of experience for not only clients, but also professionals in the legal industry. One of my greatest career achievements is our firm twice winning honors as one of the best places to work in Dallas, as recognized by the Dallas Business Journal in 2010 and 2011. As part of this mission, we have embraced conscious capitalism (sometimes called purposeful capitalism) and...
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Arnold Augur Spencer
Dallas County, TX Lawyer with 30 years of experience
White Collar Crime
The University of Texas School of Law
Experienced federal criminal trial lawyer. A former federal prosecutor in Texas. Exclusively practicing in federal criminal court. Lead counsel in hundreds of federal criminal cases. Specializes in mail and wire fraud, bank fraud, securities fraud, money laundering, health care fraud, conspiracy, and cryptocurrency violations. Extensive experience in federal forfeiture matters, having handled hundreds of forfeiture matters over 25 years. Served as Asset Forfeiture Chief at the United States Attorney's Office. Representing clients involved in cryptocurrency businesses since 2015.
Attorney Spencer is also practicing in white collar crimes defense, and cryptocurrency compliance.
Client focused. Results focused.
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Robert Epstein
Dallas County, TX Attorney with 17 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Robert Epstein is an experienced family law attorney with the strategic capabilities, creativity, and intense drive to resolve challenging cases both in and out of the courtroom. He guides clients with diverse goals and financial circumstances through all types of family law matters. Clients
count on Epstein to outhustle adversaries and create proactive game plans to maintain control of their cases and resolve them favorably. Epstein’s constant communication and supportive nature are highly valued by clients. He has received numerous awards throughout his career.
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Jae Min Lee
Dallas County, TX Lawyer
Free ConsultationImmigration
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
My firm provides immigration services focused on achieving client's goals and providing a positive client experience. At my firm, you will always receive one-on-one guidance during every stage of your case. Unlike large law firms with an extensive staff, you will always work directly with me. Whether you wish to call, text or email, I will always remain accessible. My goal is to offer a superior level of attention to each individual I represent — simply because that’s what I would want.
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Kate Mataya
Dallas County, TX Attorney with 10 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation
Texas Tech University - Texas Tech University
Kate is an Attorney at McClure Law Group. Kate practices exclusively family law, including cases involving premarital and post-marital agreements, divorce, post-divorce modifications, custody disputes, parenting plans, and child support. She is also trained in Collaborative Law.
With a sharp focus on leading her clients to the best possible outcomes, Kate encourages her clients to look forward during an emotionally and financially draining time in their lives. Recently, she negotiated a settlement where a stay-at-home parent of 20+ years was awarded the marital home in spite of a premarital agreement that may have prevented her client from receiving credit for the...
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Quentin Brogdon
Dallas County, TX Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationProducts Liability
University of Houston Law Center
Quentin Brogdon is a Fellow of the invitation-only International Academy of Trial Lawyers, American College of Trial Lawyers (Vice-Chair, Texas State Committee), and International Society of Barristers. He is listed in the Best Lawyers in America in Personal Injury Litigation (Lawyer of Year, Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiffs, Dallas/Fort Worth 2023), and he is board certified in personal injury trial law and in civil trial advocacy. He has been a Texas Monthly Super Lawyer every year since its inception, and he has been a Top 3 Texas Monthly Super Lawyer in Texas. Lawdragon Magazine selected him as a "500 Leading Plaintiffs’...
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Daniel Dower
Denton County, TX Attorney with 5 years of experience
(972) 304-6000
2900 Village Parkway, Suite 330
Highland Village, TX 75077
Business
SMU Dedman School of Law
Daniel Dower was born in Dallas, Texas in 1972. He graduated from the Texas Academy of Math & Science at University of North Texas before moving on to complete a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at University of Texas at Dallas, a Master’s degree in Business Administration from South Methodist University, and Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University School of Law.
Daniel has a long career as a financial executive, including a long tenure as CFO for CHI Investment Corporation, a local real estate investment company. He also served as President of Boo Koo Beverages, Inc. and engaged in...
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Anita Savage
Dallas County, TX Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation
Georgia State University College of Law
Anita helps divorcing clients build a solid foundation for a better future post-divorce. Effective and strong, Anita focuses her practice exclusively on Family Law matters, including divorce litigation, collaborative law, mediation, child support, and modifications. With over 2 decades of law practice and a no-nonsense approach, Anita has proven herself to be an outstanding advocate for her clients and their children.
Divorce is a time of great distress and worry and oftentimes feels overwhelming and out of control. Despite that, you need to make decisions that affect every aspect of your future. Anita helps you understand all of your...
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Karen Burns
Dallas County, TX Attorney with 22 years of experience
Business
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Attorney Karen Burns is a dedicated and experienced legal professional serving the needs of families throughout the Greater Dallas Area. She has helped countless individuals and families work through their complex family matters since earning her J.D. in 2003 and her Master of Laws in 2006. Attorney Burns also extends her passion for helping others to personal injury and business litigation cases. She represents both budding businesses and injured victims of serious accidents, providing each and every client with the service they need to overcome their legal challenges.
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Yuri Natasha Han
Dallas County, TX Lawyer with 1 year of experience
Business, Employment, IP and International
Baylor Law School
Upon receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Relations from the Ohio State University, Yuri decided to pursue her law degree. Thereafter, she attended the Baylor University Law School. Yuri was raised in South Korea and speaks fluent Korean.
Yuri worked as a law clerk for our firm and after passing the 2023 Texas Uniform Bar Exam, she began practicing law as an associate attorney. She is a member of good standing of the State Bar of California and the State Bar of Texas.
When not practicing law, Yuri enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, trying...
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Gary Blake Wells
Denton County, TX Attorney with 33 years of experience
Administrative, Appeals and Business
Brigham Young Univ J Reuben Clark LS UT
I work with clients to help them succeed, whether this involves setting up a new business, working with them to understand and comply with complicated federal and state laws, developing their estate plan and preparing the necessary documents, or helping them resolve their firearm legal issues.
I can work with you by providing the following legal services:
(1) Business Law: Work with businesses owners to plan their organization, develop the legal documents necessary to get their business started, and address their ongoing legal concerns
(2) Regulatory Compliance: Work with business owners to help them understand and comply with statutory and regulatory requirements so...
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Roger Doumanian
Dallas County, TX Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, IP and Trademarks
Southwestern Univ School of Law
Our practice is focused on advising and representing startups, small business owners, and privately held corporations. Our services encompass business formation, corporate and LLC compliance, contract writing, reviewing, and negotiating, as well as trademark registration and maintenance. We pride ourselves in helping clients protect their business interests through personalized legal counsel and representation.
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William Kennedy
Denton County, TX Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Real Estate
Oklahoma City University
Bill is a native of Dallas who returned to the area after law school. Bill’s main area of practice is in personal injury litigation with many successful trials to his credit. He dedicates himself to serving the citizens of the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. His greatest priority is ensuring that each client receives the legal remedy in their best interest.
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Bobby Devadoss
Dallas County, TX Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationAdministrative and Employment
Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Bobby Devadoss formerly worked as an attorney for the Federal Labor Relations Authority and later took a position with the Federal Aviation Administration before opening his own law firm.
With offices in Dallas, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta, Mr. Devadoss represents federal employees nationwide in disciplinary proceedings ( MSPB), civil rights advocacy ( EEOC) and work injury claims ( OWCP). He also counsels labor unions and governmental agencies.
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Austin Forrest Hartley
Denton County, TX Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness
Texas Tech University School of Law
Austin assists Plaintiffs, Defendants, and transactional clients in a variety of matters and disputes. He is uniquely situated to handle opposing counsel no matter the sophistication or size of his adversary. Austin has significant trial experience and has been successful in obtaining favorable verdicts on behalf of his clients in a variety of matters. He utilizes his large law firm experience while drawing on his client-centered results-driven experiences gained at smaller law firms.
Austin prides himself on being accessible to his clients and is committed to pursuing results that exceed expectations. His intent with every person whom he represents is to...
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Julie E. Johnson
Dallas County, TX Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation
Since 1991, attorney Julie Johnson has represented thousands of people in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As a seasoned trial lawyer, she provides highly effective courtroom representation along with unmatched settlement results for her clients. She handles a broad spectrum of legal matters, including cases that involve personal injury, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, Due to her vast experience she often serves as a mediator to facilitate settlement of a wide variety of disputes. If you have been injured in a life changing car crash, suffered a serious fall and injury or have been hurt on the...
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Sean Acker
Tarrant County, TX Attorney with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University
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Sean Acker and Brandon Warren formed Acker Warren, P.C. to provide excellent legal service to the Dallas/Fort Worth community. It is Sean and Brandon’s firm belief that excellent legal service extends beyond the confines of the Courtroom. Building client relationships, delivering effective and prompt communication, and treating each client with respect is immensely important to provide the best legal service possible. Sean and Brandon’s goal is to make sure that you do not feel alone during your time of legal need; we move forward together.
From our office in Arlington, we serve clients throughout Tarrant...
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Barry S. Hersh
Dallas County, TX Attorney with 26 years of experience
12377 Merit Dr
#880
Dallas, TX 75251
Employment
The University of Texas School of Law
Described by one of Texas' premier law firms as a "real go-getter who is tenacious and effective," Barry consistently ranks as a favorite choice among individuals and small businesses confronted with workplace disputes. In 2006, Barry earned the distinction of being named as one of D Magazine's “Best Lawyers under 40 in Dallas." Texas lawyers named Barry a “Texas Super Lawyer Rising Star” in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. He is named a "Texas Super Lawyer" for Employment Litigation - Plaintiffs for 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. In 2016 and 2017, D Magazine recognized...
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Jerry D. Andrews
Dallas County, TX Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
University of Houston Law Center
Attorney Jerry D. Andrews is board certified in personal injury law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has tried more than 30 jury trials, securing many favorable verdicts and settlements during his career.
You can rely on Mr. Andrews and his team to provide knowledgeable, compassionate representation in personal injury and wrongful death cases. The staff speaks Spanish fluently so we are able to offer excellent legal service to the Spanish-speaking community.
In addition, Mr. Andrews is practicing cases regarding delivery driver accidents including: UPS, FedEx, and Amazon.
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