Top best Bankruptcy Lawyers Near me in ZIP 77002

With nearly a decade of legal practice and two decades in client relations, Casey W. Smith is committed to helping individuals and businesses navigate complex legal challenges. His approach is deeply client-focused, underpinned by a belief in treating every client like family and understanding their unique legal and personal concerns. Mr. Smith's unique perspective, gained from having been on both sides of the attorney-client relationship, enriches his practice with empathy and insight, allowing him to provide nuanced and effective legal counsel. His legal journey began as a paralegal, graduating among the top 5 of his class. He further honed his knowledge with a Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies from the University of Houston–Clear Lake, graduating cum laude, and later obtaining his Juris Doctorate from South Texas College of Law–Houston. Mr. Smith is known for his resilience, hard work, and determination, traits that he applies diligently to each case. He is actively involved in the legal community through his affiliations with the Houston Young Lawyers Association, State Bar of Texas, and Houston Bar Association, reinforcing his dedication to both his clients and the profession.

With a distinguished career in bankruptcy and financial restructuring, R.J. Shannon provides strategic legal counsel to clients facing financial distress. His practice spans debtor and creditor representation, trustee matters, and high-stakes bankruptcy litigation. Whether negotiating out-of-court settlements or advocating in complex adversary proceedings, Mr. Shannon leverages his deep industry knowledge to protect his clients’ interests and achieve favorable outcomes.. Mr. Shannon has successfully represented clients in major restructuring cases across the country, including Texas, New York, and Delaware. His comprehensive experience and legal acumen extends beyond litigation, as he also advises on corporate, financial, and real estate transactions, helping clients navigate potential risks and avoid financial pitfalls. His ability to balance legal precision with business pragmatism makes him a trusted advisor in distressed financial situations.. Prior to private practice, Mr. Shannon clerked for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas and the Court of Appeals of Maryland. His early career experience in the construction industry provides additional insight into business operations and contract negotiations. Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyers "Rising Star" from 2021 to 2024, Mr. Shannon continues to be a leader in bankruptcy and business law.

Laura focuses her practice on commercial and complex litigation.  She has successfully tried cases to jury verdict and prosecuted appeals before federal and state courts in Texas.  Laura’s practice encompasses a wide variety of commercial and civil matters ranging from contract to fraud disputes.  Laura is also a Certified Mediator and has mediated attorneys’ fees, construction contract, fiduciary duty, fraud, homeowners/condominium association, insurance, landlord-tenant, real estate, and tort disputes.. Laura is a former member of the Board of Directors of the Harris County dispute Resolution Center, which is a non-profit corporation sponsored by the Houston Bar Association and funded through Harris County, providing free alternative dispute resolution services to the resident of Harris County.  She is also a former Co-Chair of the Tomorrow’s Attorney Pipeline Program (TAPP), which is dedicated to increasing diversity in the legal profession by targeting diverse high school students and providing them concrete, motivating opportunities to learn about the law and begin planning for her law school education.  Laura also volunteers her time with a number of community service programs, including the Interprofessional Drug Education Alliance (IDEA), Meals on Wheels, and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA).. Laura was associated with three national firms in the Houston area prior to founding The Coe Law Firm, PLLC.

Julie M. Koenig is proud to serve her community with over 31 years of legal expertise. Ms. Koenig practices bankruptcy law in Brazos, Grimes, Harris, Jefferson, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Walker, and Waller Counties in Texas.. Ms. Koenig is recognized with the distinguished AV Preeminent®Rating by The Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™. This is a significant accomplishment, a testament to the fact the Ms. Koenig’s peers and legal professionals rank her as obtaining the highest level of professional excellence. These ratings reflect a combination of excellence in the areas of ethical standards and legal ability; which are based on performance in five key areas: legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication ability and legal experience.. Ms. Koenig has also been honored by Martindale-Hubbell® as a Preeminent Women Lawyer in 2013. Ms. Koenig is one of the select few in Texas to receive this recognition, as only 5% of all female lawyers in Texas have achieved this rating.For more information about The Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™, please visit: MARTINDALE-HUBBELL®. Ms. Koenig was admitted to the State Bar of Texas on November 10, 1988 and admitted to practice in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas on March 17, 1989; in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas on September 9, 1989; the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Texas on November 13, 1996; and in the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals on October 12, 1989.. Ms. Koenig is a member of the State Bar of Texas, The College of the State Bar of Texas, the Federal Bar Association, the Houston Bar Association, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and a former member of the Texas Young Lawyers Association and the Houston Young Lawyers Association. She is also a former member of the Houston Women's Bankruptcy Conference and a member and former Secretary/Treasurer and former Vice President of the Houston Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, f/k/a the Houston Association of Debtor's Attorneys.. Ms. Koenig is a distinguished speaker, and has presented topics at many seminars, including the International Bankruptcy Seminar.. Ms. Koenig received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Texas A & M University in 1981 and received her Doctorate of Jurisprudence Degree from South Texas College of Law in May, 1988. Ms. Koenig practiced with the law firm of J. Craig Cowgill and Associates from 1989 until 1998. Ms. Koenig was in private practice from 1998 until 2001.. In 2001, Rodney Tow and Julie Koenig formed a partnership and started Tow & Koenig, PLLC, a boutique law firm, specializing in all types of bankruptcy matters.. Ms. Koenig's legal practice consists primarily of bankruptcy and related matters, both for creditors, debtors and Trustees with the firm of Cooper & Scully, PC. She handles Chapter 7 & 11 Bankruptcies for both individuals and businesses and Adversary Proceedings in the Federal Bankruptcy Court. She also represents Chapter 7 Trustees.. Ms. Koenig is a Master Gardner and loves fishing, hunting and hiking in the great outdoors.

I defend people on trial and appeal in state and federal court in Houston, Texas, and anywhere else I am needed.. I also defend the First Amendment in civil court by defending defamation (libel and slander actions).. I am board-certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and AV-Rated by Martindale Hubbell.. Please check out my website for information, including video interviews with me. Also, please read my blog. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call and tell me how I can help you.. Thank you,. Mark

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.