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I help individuals and couples make decisions regarding who will take care of their children if they become unable to do so and who will inherit everything they have acquired over their lifetimes.  I also represent debtors in chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies.

I have wanted to be a trial lawyer since I was 6 years old.  At that age, I read a short story called "The Devil and Daniel Webster."  Long story short: after reading it, I knew that being a lawyer could be something heroic, that I could help people who desperately needed help.. After graduating from law school, I worked as a briefing attorney for United States District Judge Robert W. Porter.. After completing my term with Judge Porter, I started working at the Austin law firm of Clark, Thomas & Winters.  I handled white collar (RICO) cases, insurance cases, and commercial matters.. My thirst for trials would only be quenched, though, once I started working for the Travis County District Attorney's Office.  I worked in these units: juvenile prosecution, trial court (assigned at various times to the 167th, 299th, and 390th District Courts), grand jury, child abuse prosecution, and the special prosecution (white collar crime) unit.   I was made the first "court chief" of the 390th District Court.. Now I continue representing clients in my criminal defense practice.  I love it.  It allows me to continue helping people, defending the accused both in trial and in negotiations, whichever is more appropriate for my client.

I have tried over 40 jury trials as lead counsel, from voir dire to verdict, and assisted as secondary counsel on countless others. I have dedicated my practice to the art of jury trials, including preparation, planning, strategizing, selecting a jury, and the battle of a contested case. I take pride in representing my clients through extremely trying circumstances in their life, and am proud to have secured Not Guilty verdicts on their behalf. It takes someone who knows what they are doing in a court room to defend anyone accused of a crime in Texas. I am unafraid to stand and deliver in front of a group of strangers and advocate voraciously on my client's behalf.. I grew up in Houston, Texas, both in my personal life and attorney life. I learned how to defend DWI and Criminal Defense cases in the 4th biggest city in the nation, practicing there for four years until relocating to Austin, Texas. Now I am proud to offer my services to all citizens accused in the Austin, Travis County, and surrounding areas, inclunding Williamson County, Travis County, Hays County, and Bexar County.

I have practiced law in Texas since 1988.  Since 1993, my practice has specialized in working with physicians, nurses, physician assistants and pharmacists.  I enjoy representing health care professionals before their licensing agencies and the State Office of Administrative Hearings.  In my practice, I have worked with many healthcare professionals who suffer from chemical and/or mental impairment.  I am experienced in the area of Administrative Law and Health Law, and I always try to give personalized representation unique to my individual client's needs.. I also work as the Field Representative for the state wide impaired physician committee, sponsored by the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association.

I am the President and CEO of my law firm,  which I founded in 1976. Our firm represents those injured in accidents, both on the job and otherwise. Throughout the years we have built our reputation by fighting for the rights of individuals that are being denied their benefits or those who need assistance in obtaining a just resolution of their claim. Our office is in Austin, Texas.  For more information on the firm, please visit our website.. I am the past President of the State Bar of Texas as well as past President of the American Bar Foundation and the Travis County Bar Association. I have been on the Board of Governors of the American Bar Association (ABA), led the Texas legal delegation to the ABA, and have been chair of the Texas Bar Foundation. I, and my firm, have the highest rating (AV), by the Martindale Hubbell Law Directory which is reserved for a small percentage of selected attorneys in the U.S.. In March of 1973, I left on the last planes out of Vietnam, at the end of the Vietnam War. I had been drafted after my first year of law school. Soon to be published is a book, which I co-authored with John Hagan, titled, Last Plane Out of Saigon.

I am licensed to practice in all Texas state courts, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. I am currently a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Austin Bar Association. I am also a certified mediatorand I mediate disputes in family and business civil law.. I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a BBA of Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Management and a BA in Government. While there, I was a member of Sigma Alpha Mu.  I am also a life member of the Texas Exes and an annual contributor to the Longhorn Foundation. I also served as District Justice for Texas for Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International.. While in law school, I received two Dean's Service Awards and was twice recognized in Who's Who Among American Law Students while attending Drake University Law School. During law school, I was very active in the Student Bar Association, I wrote for The Gavel, and I held several leadership positions in several student organizations, including the National Lawyer's Guild, the Latino Law Society, and Phi Alpha Delta, among others.. I am also an avid runner, and when I am not practicing law or spending time with my family, I am a coach for Team In Training (endurance training program and fundraising arm of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society), helping people train to complete a marathon or half marathon. I have been a marathon coach for over 15 years.. I have two children, who are both high school seniors in the 2015-16 school year and will be attending college here in Texas next year.

I am a seventh generation Texan and grew up in central Texas. I went to the University of Texas for both my undergrate and law degrees and have spent my entire legal career helping people fight criminal accusations.  I handle all misdemeanor and felony cases, including drug cases, DWI/DUI charges, juvenile matters, and all types of assaults (family violence, strangulation, sexual assault).

I am a serious advocate for my clients, focused on a great result and a good value.  My primary source of business is referrals from satisfied clients.

I am a lawyer with nearly 30 years experience in several areas of the law.  Licensed in Texas, Missouri & Illinois, I practice primarily in Austin, Texas but accept matters from across Texas, as well as across the country.. One particular focus area of my practice is labor & employment law, which I am a certified as a specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.  That is my proven area of expertise, but I do a lot more.. I have considerable experience in state and federal court litigation, as well as arbitration.  In addition, more and more disputes are resolved in arbitration or through ADR, another area where I have practiced my entire career.. Internet & social media law is another area that people are finding themselves needing legal help -- whether in identity thefts cases, data breaches, social media bullying or defamation. We can help in that area too.. Finally, I have a soft spot for and help families with special needs kids in various areas, including special ed issues, disability accommodations, and guardianship matters.. For more info about me, my interests, the law firm or my blog, please visit my website at .. Thanks!. Chris Bourgeacq

I am a civil practitioner with a background in British and American law. After attending law school in England, I returned to Texas to complete an LLM with University of Texas School of Law. I worked at a litigation firm practicing family law for a year and a half before opening Gullett Law Firm.. I strongly believe  in giving back to the legal community. I am the chairperson of the Pro Bono Committee for Texas Opportunity and Justice Incubator, and I work for local pro bono clinics on a regular basis.

I am a certified public accountant and Board certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.   I love the opportunity to meet new people and work with families in planning for their future and the legacy they leave behind.   On the probate side, I strive to make the process as simple as possible at an extremely difficult time for many of my clients.

I am a Board Certified trial advocacy specialist with extensive jury trial experience.  The focus of my practice is DWI Defense and Personal Injury.

I am a board certified family law attorney located in downtown Austin. My goal is to provide you with the highest quality legal services. I strive to protect each client individually while maintaining respect for Biblical values and the institutions of marriage, the family and our legal system. I will walk with you as you navigate difficult changes and challenges that affect your life and your children's future. Together we will determine whether litigation, dispute resolution, or a combination of both is your best path and in your children's best interest.

I am 100% committed to getting you the best outcome I possibly can when you retain me.  I am dedicated to making sure that you are able to reach me whenever possible.  My staff and I do everything we can to ensure that we make this unfortunate time in your life as easy on you as we possibly can.  I am a former prosecutor, and I have personally taken close to 100 cases to verdict before a jury in both California and Texas.  Most of these cases have been DWI/DUI cases.  I have personally trained law enforcement officers on how to investigate DWI/DUI cases, write reports related to DWI/DUI cases, and testify in court related to DWI/DUI cases.  I am highly experienced and willing to do whatever it takes to get you best results within the confines of legal ethics.

Guillermo Gonzalez has been Board Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1996 and was awarded an AV rating (very high to preeminent legal ability) by Martindale-Hubbell in 2003.

Greg Reed represents clients with disability claims including Social Security disability claims, long term disability claims, ERISA disability claims and ERS disability claims. He is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Personal Injury Trial Law.. Mr. Reed is a founding partner of Bemis, Roach & Reed, which was established in 1993. Mr. Reed grew up the son of a United States Air Force fighter pilot spending most of his young life in Europe and Japan, finally settling in Houston for high school. Mr. Reed was a Houston police officer and detective for 10 years. During his time as a police officer he took classes and earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston Downtown in 1988. He then moved to Austin to attend law school. In 1991 Mr. Reed graduated from the University of Texas School of Law earning his J.D. He was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1991.. Gregory Reed has been AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale Hubble® 2002 to present and has been rated Super Lawyer 2011-2016 by Thompson Reuters.. He is admitted to practice in all the State Courts of Texas, U.S. District Courts, All Texas Districts and United States Court of Appeals-Fifth Circuit.

Gary is a practicing trial lawyer in Austin, Texas. Gary earned a Bachelor of Arts from Schreiner University in 1989, and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law in 1992. Upon admission to the State Bar of Texas, Gary served as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Texas from 1993 to 1995. Subsequently, Gary worked as an Associate Attorney with Flahive, Ogden, & Latson, P.C., the preeminent workers’ compensation insurance defense firm in the State of Texas. During Gary's tenure with Flahive, Ogden, & Latson, P.C., Gary defended hundreds of workers’ compensation claims throughout the State of Texas.In 1997, Gary joined Paul Schorn in forming the law firm of Rodriguez & Schorn, P.C. For five years, Rodriguez & Schorn, P.C. represented employees in connection with all phases of workers’ compensation claims. The firm also represented employees of non-subscribers and provided representation for claims of workers’ compensation retaliation; discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, age, religion, and disability; and violations of the Texas Whistle Blowers Act.. In 2002, Gary and Allen Craddock formed Rodriguez & Craddock, P.C.  For almost nine years the firm provided zelous representation to injured employees in the Austin San Antonio area.Currently, The Law Office of Gary L. Rodriguez focuses on trial law, workers' compensation law, and serious personal injury cases, including representation of employees of non-subscribers.  Gary has represented hundreds of injured employees at Benefit Review Conferences, Contested Case Hearings, and in Appeals to the Appeals Panel.  Gary has tried twelve new law Workers Compensation cases to juries, winning nine, losing two, and one ended in a mistrial.  In addition, in June of 2004, Gary tried a two week non-subscriber wrongful death jury trial in Judge Margaret Cooper's court (353rd Judicial District, Travis County), which resulted in a seventeen million dollar jury verdict—10 million in actual damages and 7 million in punitive damages—against Borden’s Milk. Gary is also a licensed vocational nurse, and his other professional associations include membership in the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association, the Austin Bar Association, and the Hispanic Bar Association.  Additionally, Gary is a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas, and a graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College.  In addition, Gary was a speaker at the Advanced Workers’ Compensation Seminar sponsored by the Texas State Bar, and his topic was Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits and Wrongful Death Claims.

Fernando Ruiz originates from Brownwood Texas and was awarded his bachelor’s degree at The University of Texas at Austin in 2006. He received his Juris Doctor at the University of Arkansas and became a licensed attorney in the State of Texas in 2011.. He began his legal career working tirelessly for the immigrant community in Deportation, Consular Processing, and Family-Based Immigration. Coming from an immigrant family, he understands the urgency of resolving criminal matters in a competent manner with immigration consequences in mind.. At his prior employment, he worked with the indigent community in Hays, Caldwell, and Travis County to assist in providing quality criminal representation to individuals that may not have the resources to adequately represent themselves in criminal proceedings.. He has also dedicated himself to being the voice of abused and neglected children working as Ad Litem Guardian for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization of Travis County and Northwest Arkansas.. During Law School, he was awarded the Robert F. Fussell Top Pro Bono Student Award for his countless voluntary hours. He interned for Circuit Judge Division III Jay Finch, who handled the majority of juvenile cases in the area. Mr. Ruiz interned for Wal-Mart Legal and Legal Aid of Arkansas. During his tenure with Legal Aid of Arkansas, he helped women who were victims of abuse with obtaining protection orders and with other legal issues.. Fernando's familiarity with the multitude of Courts in Central Texas makes him an effective advocate in his client’s legal matters.

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Erik enjoys hunting and fishing when he's not spending it working on his house.  Erik also enjoys welding and other construction related activities.

Emily S. Rickers graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 2004 and began practicing law in the Rio Grande Valley.  She began her legal career handling probate cases and real estate matters, bringing water, wastewater, and clear title to substandard rural developments. These complex cases helped develop her creative and practical approach to solving difficult problems, working with government entities, elected officials, private landowners, and financing sources to achieve her clients’ goals.  Since then, her practice has expanded to include estate planning and administration, guardianships, and real estate litigation, as well as family law, where Emily found her experience with complex property matters valuable in resolving cases with significant community estates. During the 82nd and 83rd legislative sessions, she also represented clients’ interests before the Texas Legislature as a registered lobbyist.  She is admitted to practice before all Texas courts, as well as the U.S. Southern District of Texas.. As a former legal services lawyer, Emily believes in using her legal skills to serve the community.  Prior to attending law school, she worked as a legal advocate for residents of a family violence shelter.  In 2012, Emily founded a nonprofit with partner Carlos Salinas to advocate for low-income Texas families on matters of family violence, housing access, and property tax relief.  She is especially proud of her affiliation with the Rio Grande Valley Multibank CDFI, which during her service as a board member launched a program to replace predatory payday loans in South Texas.  She was an officer of the Poverty Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, and a subcommittee chair of the Supreme Court of Texas Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee.  Emily and earned a B.A. from Davidson College in 1998 in Political Science and a concentration in International Studies. She is fluent in Spanish and sings with the Chorus Austin Symphonic Choir.

Elder Law and Veterans Benefits, Certified Guardian ad litem (Texas), VA Accredited Attorney. Retired military. Ready to help with Powers of Attorney, Advanced Medical Directives, Medicaid planning and eligibility, Trusts and Living Wills, and VA benefits including Aid & Attendance.. Family caregiver for three parents in their mid-80s.  I know what dealing with aging parents and facing end of life decisions with dignity really means.. Business, contracts and biotechnology patents.  Let me help you get your company started, grow, and prosper!

DonMichael Barbour is a Senior Associate in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Austin office, where he primarily practices Military Law.. DonMichael graduated early from high school in 1995, in order to enlist in the U.S. Army at 17 years old. He served on active duty a field artillery soldier for three years. After completing his enlistment, DonMichael then transitioned to a Reserve unit while he attended college at St. Mary’s University, where he was appointed as a cadet into the ROTC. After graduating from St. Mary’s with a bachelor’s degree in business, DonMichael was presented a commission into the U.S. Army JAG Corps in 2003, and attended Thurgood Marshall School of Law, graduating summa cum laude.. He also served for two years as a clerk to Judge Jennifer Walker Elrod, who is now on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. In 2006, he began his service as an officer in the JAG Corps.. Serving as a military attorney on active duty for nine years, DonMichael gained extensive litigation experience, leading hundreds of thorough investigations and successfully defending against the highest charges, including capital murders, espionage, and sexual assaults. DonMichael himself, as well as the teams of legal professionals he led, consistently provided excellent representation, timely and accurate legal advice, and outstanding results to soldiers and military leaders. His career spanned all aspects of military law, including military trial prosecution, criminal defense, operational law, administrative law, and investigations into commanders and staff. For his time in service to the U.S. Army, DonMichael earned numerous honors, including being awarded the Army Meritorious Service Medal.. Upon retiring from the U.S. Army, DonMichael served for three years as an Assistant District Attorney for Dallas County, prosecuting criminal offenses and overseeing ten local courts. DonMichael sorely missed serving military members, and so he chose to pivot and dedicate his career to non-profit work, providing pro bono and reduced-fee legal assistance to active-duty military members, veterans, and their families. His areas of practice included criminal defense in courts-martial and state level offenses, applications for discharge review, VA claims and disability assistance, and family law and CPS cases. DonMichael’s experience and desire to help service members eventually led him to create a non-profit called the Veterans Legal Foundation, in Dallas, Texas, providing representation to qualifying veterans and their family members.