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Board Certified -- Oil, Gas, & Mineral Law -- Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Registered Professional Engineer  (Texas - P.E. #48257). Over thirty-five years experience in the oil and gas industry, including more than thirty-five years as a petroleum engineer and over eighteen years as an attorney engaged in the private practice of law.. Engineering expertise in reservoir engineering, acquisition evaluation,
unitization, and regulatory affairs. Legal expertise in oil and gas,
natural resources, and administrative law.. Legal representation of clients in preparation and review of oil and gas documents, contract negotiations, contested cases and other proceedings before various state agencies, including extensive experience before the Texas Railroad Commission and the Texas General Land Office.. Author of both technical and legal articles and speaker at professional development programs.

Board Certified - Criminal Law. Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Former Felony Prosecutor - Williamson County, TX. Former Felony Prosecutor - Harris County, TX

Blake Raesz is an experienced attorney dedicated to family law. He discovered his passion for law early on, working as a file clerk as early as high school.. A Texas native, Blake completed his undergraduate degree in Business Management at Texas A&M in 2007. He later went on to earn his juris doctorate from the Texas Tech School of Law, earning membership in the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society and the Order of the Coif before graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2014.. Blake was licensed by the State of Texas in November of 2014 and has since dedicated himself to family law.

Blair Beck McCall is a top-rated Texas attorney specializing in oil, gas & mineral law. Recognized as a Super Lawyers 2025 Rising Star for exceptional work in the areas of energy & natural resources, general litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in 2023 after earning his law degree from the University of New Hampshire, Blair brings extensive experience and expertise to the energy & natural resources sectors.. Blair's practice focuses on resolving complex oil and gas disputes, mineral rights issues, and energy regulation matters. Representing energy companies, landowners, and various stakeholders across Texas, Blair handles commercial litigation cases, including contract disputes, royalty disagreements, and title issues. In appellate practice, Blair crafts persuasive briefs and arguments before Texas state courts and federal courts.. Licensed to practice before all Texas state courts and several federal courts—including the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Western, and Southern Districts of Texas, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Eighth Circuits—Blair is well-equipped to manage diverse legal matters. Peers have commended Blair's deep knowledge of energy law, professional work ethic, and dedication to client advocacy.. For representation in oil and gas disputes, energy law matters, or appellate cases, Blair Beck McCall offers unparalleled legal counsel. Connect with Blair to schedule a consultation with one of the leading energy and natural resource attorneys in Texas.

Bill Hopkins helps to protect health care providers and health care companies against the many potential pitfalls in the industry, serving as both an advocate and educator for his clients in administrative law, regulatory defense, compliance, and litigation. He ensures that the legal aspects of healthcare are covered, so his clients can maintain their focus where it matters most – providing health care.. Bill advises the full spectrum of health care clients from individual health care providers, health care companies to institutional health care clients. He focuses on state and federal licensure, regulatory compliance, and enforcement matters, with an emphasis on proactive legal services aimed at maintaining compliance and minimizing potential legal exposure. He handles all aspects of health care professional licensure and practice; long-term care licensure, regulation, and enforcement; medical staff issues, credentialing, fraud, and abuse; and compliance with rules of state and federal regulatory agencies. He has litigated on behalf of his clients in both State and Federal Administrative Courts, as well as the District Courts of Texas.. Additionally, Bill is a recognized thought leader and prolific speaker on health care regulatory, enforcement, and compliance matters at the local, state, and national levels. He also serves as an advocate for diversity initiatives in the legal industry, health care industry and general business community, currently serving as President of the Central Texas Advisory Board of the Texas Diversity Council and sitting on the organization’s statewide board.

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Ben “Mr. Dismissal” Michael is the founder of Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys, a premier white-glove criminal defense firm committed to achieving exceptional outcomes for clients across Texas.. With a team boasting over 400 years of combined legal experience, Michael & Associates has successfully handled thousands of cases—securing dismissals, reductions, and acquittals in both misdemeanor and felony matters statewide. The firm’s reputation for excellence is backed by an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a perfect 5-star rating on Google, earned from more than 700 client reviews across all locations.. Unlike most defense firms that rely on just one or two attorneys, Michael & Associates offers a powerhouse team of 20+ defense lawyers - all who work together to beat your charges. This includes former judges, forensic DWI experts, ex-FBI agents, Texas DPS prosecutors, Super Lawyers honorees, and Board-Certified Criminal Defense Specialists. Supported by a 100-member staff dedicated to client service and legal results, the firm brings an depth of knowledge and resources to every case.. Michael & Associates serves clients throughout Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, San Antonio, and beyond—handling virtually every type of criminal case in Texas, including DWI, assault, theft, drug charges, manslaughter, and murder.. If you’re facing charges, don’t go it alone. Schedule a free case review today and put our formidable Texas defense team to work for you.

Being faced with criminal charges can be a traumatic experience that can have a major impact on your life and your future.  The criminal justice system can be confusing, frightening and intimidating, and it is important to have an attorney by your side who not only knows how to navigate that system, but who also genuinely cares about your case and protecting your record.. If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Texas, contact Ms. Marron today for a free consultation.

Before pursuing a career in the legal field, Patrick Hotze received both his undergraduate and law degree from the University of Texas at Austin. After graduation, Patrick set out to protect the rights of injury victims who have been harmed by the negligent actions of others. Having represented thousands of clients, Patrick focuses on cases involving asbestos exposure, catastrophic injuries, defective medical devices, dangerous pharmaceutical drugs, and nursing home abuse. He is currently a member of several professional associations, including the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice (AAJ), the AAJ's Nursing Home Litigation Group, and the Christian Trial Lawyers Association. When he is not working at the office, Patrick can be found spending time with his wife and three kids.

Before deciding to open his own law firm, Kevin spent eight years as an equity shareholder in the world’s largest labor and employment law firm representing management, and he co-founded its Austin office.  As a newly-licensed attorney, Kevin was selected by then-Texas Attorney General (current-United States Senator) John Cornyn for membership in the Attorney General's Honors Program, Class of 2001.. Successful Litigator: Skilled and efficient defense of clients in state and federal court, administrative proceedings, and private arbitrations. Recent victories include the dismissal of two contested OSHA citations following trial, defense verdict in whistleblower/retaliation case for national trucking company, defense verdicts in two age discrimination arbitrations involving large insurance carrier, defense verdict in federal civil rights case against school district, favorable ruling in traditional labor arbitration involving large healthcare provider, and defense verdicts in two employment discrimination/tort cases against automobile dealership chain. Also proficient in all aspects of summary judgment and motion practice.. Trusted Advisor: Counsels clients on pressing employment issues, such as terminations and suspensions, the enforcement of non-compete agreements, dealing with difficult employees, and handling disability accommodation and leave requests. Responds quickly to client inquiries and endeavors to provide clients with business-focused, concrete advice upon which they can make real-world management decisions.. Representation of Management in Discrimination, Harassment, and other Employment Litigation. Representation of Management in OSHA and Workplace Safety Matters.  Kevin devotes significant attention to helping clients resolve OSHA matters.  He counsels clients through OSHA investigations and has successfully challenged citations in administrative proceedings before the Occupational Health and Safety Review Commission (OSHRC).. Representation of Executives in Employment Agreement, Noncompete, and Severance Agreement Negotiations. Occasional Representation of Employees in Discrimination and Wrongful Termination Matters

Before attending law school, I worked for the Governor of Texas. While there, I managed the 300 million dollar Emerging Technology Fund.. In addition to running my law firm, my husband and I also run our family ranch, which is located in the Brazos Valley. I understand how every decision you make is a business decision and that legal counsel is an important part of that decision.. To this point, I have started two businesses, where I manage company operations and serve as General Counsel. I take pride in and enjoy planning and understanding the various decisions that people make when starting and building a business.. One of the most important things to me is family. To this end, I take the time to help my clients plan to preserve what they have built over their lifetime, and ensure that together we are meeting their goals in estate planning.. I am a member of the Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, Texas Young Lawyers Association, American Bar Association and the Austin Young Lawyers Association.

Becoming a personal injury attorney in Austin in 1998, Michael “Mike” Lowenberg concentrates his practice on product liability, car accidents, truck accidents, serious or traumatic brain injuries, medical malpractice, and other complex cases for those who have been injured due to another’s negligence. Acting as lead counsel on mass tort cases against several large medical product and drug manufacturers, Mike has experience and insights into how these complicated cases work, in and out of court, and how he can help clients receive the financial compensation they need to move forward and recover. To learn more about Mike’s practice, or to schedule a consultation with Lowenberg & Kumar Law Firm, contact the firm today.

Barb Rowan always has the client’s best interests in mind, working collaboratively to promote their interests while navigating the complicated legal system. She has been practicing law as a licensed attorney since 2002, the majority of which was practicing as a prosecutor.. Barb’s path to becoming a lawyer was unconventional. After a successful 16 year career in Mortgage Banking in Minnesota, she applied to and was accepted by the University of Texas School of Law at the age of 39 while raising two young children. She graduated with honors in 2002, followed by a clerkship with the Third Court of Appeals as a Briefing Attorney. After completing her clerkship, Barb began her legal career as an associate at Hughes and Luce, LLP but found her passion as a prosecutor with the Travis County Attorney’s office. During her 14 years as a Court Chief in Travis County, and later as a Caldwell County Assistant District Attorney, Barb handled thousands of cases, including DWI, assault, domestic violence, drugs, sex crimes, property crimes and more.. Barb is a compassionate attorney whose experience as a prosecutor gives her an advantage representing clients. Deeply enmeshed in the Central Texas Criminal Justice Community, Barb brings her experience and knowledge to every case. She understands how the system works and her empathy, coupled with her ability to communicate, enables her to fight for outstanding results.. When not practicing law, Barb enjoys spending time with her husband, her three children and their families, and playing yahtzee on Zoom with her grandson. She also loves all things outdoors – hiking, skiing, and traveling.

AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory - Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

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Austin-based attorney John E. Carlson has more than 22 years of legal experience. At Howry, Breen & Herman, he assists clients with a broad range of complex legal matters, including commercial litigation, contract disputes, product liability and personal injury, business torts, and probate claims. He also has extensive experience handling administrative law issues and contested environmental permitting. Mr. Carlson is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Texas and has represented clients in appeals. He often assists clients in preparing legal commercial documents, such as contracts, wills, and trusts. Call today.

Austin, Texas based criminal defense lawyer Marjorie Bachman began her career as a staff attorney and clinical instructor for the Actual Innocence Clinic at the University of Texas School of Law, where her practice focused on post-conviction DNA motions and investigating Texas inmates’ claims of innocence. While working at the clinic, she developed an expertise in the legal issues surrounding forensic DNA testing and the causes of wrongful conviction. In 2007, she left the university to practice criminal defense at both the state and federal level. She continues to serve as an Adjunct Professor to the Actual Innocence Clinic and a member of the board of directors of the Texas Center for Actual Innocence.  She is a frequent lecturer on confrontation law, evidence issues, and defending sexual assault cases.

Austin lawyer Bart Denum is dedicated to providing quality legal representation to his clients. Bart's main areas of practice are Criminal Defense Law (including criminal misdemeanor, felony, juvenile court, federal court and parole matters) and Family Law (including divorce, child support, child custody, and modification matters).

Please contact the Law Office of Bart Denum today regarding your criminal or divorce related case.

Austin Kaplan is the founder of and lead attorney at Kaplan Law Firm, PLLC, an employment and civil rights boutique law firm that represents individuals.. He is Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.. He received national recognition for successfully suing a Texas County Clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses in 2015.  In 2016 was won the Austin under 40 Lawyer and  “Austinite of the Year.”  He is the Past President of the Austin Young Lawyers Association, a Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyer, Texas Bar Foundation Fellow, former Austin Bar Pro Bono Committee Chair, and a past Chairperson of the City of Austin's Ethics Commission.  He graduated magna cum laude with a Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law.

Austin family law attorney Amanda Andrae is a founding partner of Andrae Law, PLLC. With every case she takes on, Amanda strives to provide thoughtful, personalized guidance for her clients. She understands what it takes to navigate the often complex family law system, whether it be divorce, adoption, child custody, or another family matter. Amanda has been Board Certified in Family Law since 2008 and, while she strives for optimal settlements and mediation processes, she is prepared to take your case to trial if needed. Call Andrae Law, PLLC to schedule a consultation with the team.

Austin Dula is the youngest founding partner of Hunt Pennington Kumar & Dula, PLLC. In this role, Austin manages all aspects of client matters, including prosecution, defense, monetization, and enforcement. Austin helps clients of all sizes succeed by providing legal and business advice focused on growing and protecting their value while understanding cost sensitivity.

Austin divorce attorney Brittany Sharkey is realistic about what a divorce is like. Inevitably, it is one of the most difficult times of an individual’s life.. She also doesn’t shy away from that, because she finds the opportunity to help guide people through that painful process incredibly rewarding.. Ms. Sharkey possesses a unique ability to relate to others. That benefits her during a divorce case regardless of which side she is interacting with.. “It helps me understand my clients’ motivations, and it helps me work with opposing counsels and judges to get the best outcome possible for the client,” Ms. Sharkey said.. Ms. Sharkey also sincerely works to form a connection with each of her clients and takes the ups and downs of each case personally. She is an advisor and advocate for her clients who always keeps their best interests in mind no matter what stage of the divorce process they are going through.. “Once they retain me, their problems are my problems,” Ms. Sharkey said. “I’m there to assume that burden and guide them through this process as painlessly and efficiently as possible. Once I’m your lawyer, we’re a team and we will get through this together.”

Austin Business Lawyer, Kevin F. Lee has represented a broad range of clients in his legal career. He serves clients in Austin and surrounding areas.. His practice encompasses complex commercial litigation, professional liability litigation, construction litigation, consumer and DTPA litigation, and securities litigation.. Mr. Lee also is experienced with claims relating to consumer rights and business rights and will represent victims of unfair business practices and those who are defending such claims With over 29 years of trial litigation experience, Mr. Lee knows exactly how to position your case for the optimal result. While not every case proceeds to trial, Mr. Lee uses a committed approach that communicates to every party involved his resolve to find you a remedy.

Austin attorney Gerald Brantley brings over twenty-five years of extensive experience as a trial lawyer, with a successful track record in the United States Tax Court and federal trial and appellate courts. His current practice is dedicated to federal tax controversies.. As a federal tax litigation attorney, Brantley represents clients in cases before the United States Tax Court and has successfully tried numerous Tax Court cases. He also represents clients in administrative proceedings with the IRS, such as audits and collection cases. Many of his clients have seen favorable outcomes, including reduced penalties and tax liabilities.. Brantley possesses years of experience providing effective representation in IRS administrative proceedings and judicial proceedings in the United States Tax Court. He was a trial attorney with the IRS Office of Chief Counsel for ten years, achieving the prestigious position of Special Trial Attorney. He has successfully represented taxpayers for over twelve years, drawing on the experience and knowledge he gained as a trial attorney for the IRS. Brantley believes in keeping his clients informed and involved in every step of the legal process, ensuring they understand their rights and options.. Brantley's experience as a tax litigator has instilled in him a solution-oriented approach. When the IRS examines his client's tax returns, he proactively meets with the IRS Revenue Agent. If the Revenue Agent alleges the taxpayer owes additional tax or penalties, Brantley can appeal to the IRS Appeals Division, negotiating with an IRS Appeals Officer. He has the proven ability and experience to litigate if negotiation does not produce a satisfactory settlement.. Effective representation is crucial in significantly reducing the anxiety associated with federal tax disputes. With Brantley's representation, many federal tax controversies can be resolved during the audit with the IRS Examination Division, settled after the examination with the IRS Appeals Division, or tried in the United States Tax Court. If the IRS has contacted you about your tax returns or taxes that you owe, now is the time to call Austin tax attorney Gerald Brantley to represent you.

Austin attorney Brendan Wood has proven to be a difference-maker in the lives of his Texan clients.. Brendan did his undergraduate work at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas and he received his law degree in 2001 from Baylor University in Waco, Texas.. Since being admitted to the State Bar of Texas, Brendan has exclusively practiced criminal law. First, with the with The Law office of Ned Granger until it became Granger & Mueller in 2002. He most recently practiced with Granger, Mueller & Wood until June of 2017.. Having established a personal reputation for hard work and excellence, he founded The Law Office of Brendan T. Wood where he continues to focus on criminal defense.. Mr. Wood defends people who face criminal charges that include DWI, assault, theft, drug possession as well as a wide range of other misdemeanor and felony charges. As an experienced Austin attorney, Brendan Wood understands how important these matters are to his clients and diligently works to provide the best advice and achieve the best possible outcome.