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Trial attorney attorney at Samavati & Samavati Law Firm.

Kevin Michaels graduated from the University of Houston Downtown Campus after serving in the United States Army where he received several decorations and awards. While working full time at a law firm, Kevin attended South Texas College of Law, graduating in May 1992. After graduation, Kevin practiced at this firm for over 5 1/2 years, focusing on consumer and commercial disputes, wrongful termination, medical malpractice, personal injury, premise liability and toxic tort cases. In July 1997, he joined a well-respected defense firm where his practice centered on commercial and civil litigation, personal injury defense, legal malpractice defense, insurance bad faith defense and general litigation involving a wide range of matters. Kevin opened his own practice in January 2000. Mr. Michaels is a certified mediator and qualified to mediate disputes under the Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Procedures Act. He is also a Member of the Texas Mediator Credentialing Association in addition to being a member of National Arbitration and Mediation.. Mr. Michaels’ practice areas include commercial and civil litigation, including breach of contract, business disparagement, business fraud, and non-compete and non-disclosure clause litigation, business and transactional law, collections and creditor litigation, employment and insurance litigation, and commercial real estate to include multi-party funding, entity creation and 1031 exchanges. He has represented individuals, small businesses and corporations in litigation in state and federal district. Additionally, Mr. Michaels also acts as outside general counsel for several of his corporate clients.. Kevin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available, as established by confidential opinions from members of the Bar, his peers. Kevin is licensed to practice in all state courts in Texas in addition to the federal district and bankruptcy courts in the Southern, Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. He has represented a wide array of clients both in and out of Texas. Many of his clients come from referrals from other lawyers - colleagues, co-counsel or opposing counsel - a testament to the confidence the legal community has in his work and reputation. The clients come from a diverse background that includes business executives, real estate developers, other professionals, entrepreneurs, and partnerships and corporations of all sizes.

Josh is Board Certified in Labor & Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Josh represents a diverse variety of clients including individuals and businesses. Josh focuses primarily on litigation with an emphasis on labor & employment matters, corporate transactions, and aviation. Josh is an experienced airline transport pilot with more than 20 years and 6,500 hours of flying experience. Josh is often sought for expert testimony and media consulting in aviation-related matters.. In addition to managing The Verde Law Firm, PLLC, Josh served as general counsel for a Houston-based oilfield services company. While serving in that capacity, Josh worked with outside legal counsel and financial advisers to guide the company through a complete financial restructuring that resulted in the elimination of nearly $100 million in contingent liabilities and a nine-figure sale of assets. The Verde Law Firm, PLLC continues to advise energy companies in employment matters, restructuring, and contracts.. Knowing the importance of pro bono work and giving back to the community, the attorneys at The Verde Law Firm, PLLC are encouraged to volunteer their time and expertise to assist those clients who are not able to afford legal representation. In connection with this commitment, Josh has volunteered at the legal clinic at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston and has served on the Houston Bar Association Fee Dispute and Law & The Media Committees. The Verde Law Firm, PLLC attorneys committed to additional community pro-bono assistance following the devastating impact of Hurricane Harvey on Houston and volunteered at the University of Houston Law Center. Josh earned the CARE recognition badge from the State Bar of Texas for his commitment to pro-bono work. Josh also served as the technology committee chair for Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg during her transition into office in 2017.. Josh has obtained successful results for clients in state and federal courts in Texas and has won appeals in Texas appellate courts and the Fifth Circuit.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.