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Ms. Smith is a magna cum laude graduate of Texas Woman's University with a Master's and JD from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. She was first licensed in Arkansas in 2001, and has been licensed in Texas since 2010. Her practice is focused on providing estate planning, Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and probate in Collin County, Texas. Ms. Smith will visit those who are home-bound and also visits clients in hospital, nursing homes, and other facilities when needed.

Mike Price has been representing citizens accused of crimes since he was a student in law school. While many of his fellow students were in class listening to professors tell them what the law was, Mike was in the Dallas County Criminal Courthouse learning first-hand how the system really works. This experience early in his legal education convinced Mike to dedicate his professional career exclusively to the defense of those people and businesses accused of crimes by local, state or federal authorities.. While many of Mike's colleagues like to focus on their past experience as a prosecutor or judge, Mike stays focused on achieving results in the courtroom.. "The best lawyer to defend a person accused of a crime is an attorney who has devoted his entire career to defending the rights of people rather than trying to put people in jail or prison.". Mike has handled over 4,000 criminal cases since 1995. He has prosecuted none. These cases have ranged from simple misdemeanors, DWI's, assaults, drug possession, grand jury representations, rapes, robberies, murders and complex white-collar federal investigations. This wealth of experience has come from where it matters the most: The Defense side of the table--Representing persons accused of a crime. Mike has a firm belief that the only way to handle a criminal case successfully is to investigate and prepare every case as if it were going to be tried in front of a jury. By doing this, every case gets fully investigated and the best resolution for every client can be achieved, even if the case does not ultimately end in a trial. Most "Former Prosecutors" are not skilled and experienced in criminal defense law, cross-examination, defense experts, or investigating a case from the defense prospective. Even prosecutors that have been 'criminal defense lawyers' for many years sometime never lose their 'everyone's guilty' mentality. This is a huge gamble to take when you are considering the effects of a criminal charge on your freedom, family, and career.. Mike Price was born in North Carolina in 1970. He moved to Sherman, Texas, in 1973 and graduated from Sherman High School in 1988. Mike completed his undergraduate studies at Austin College in Sherman, Texas, and graduated cum laude in 1992. Austin College is a small, private Presbyterian school known for its academic excellence. While attending A.C., Mike was a 3-year varsity team letterman on the Austin College Football Team. He was selected as a Texas Interscholastic Athletic Association Academic All-Conference member in 1989, 1990, and 1991. In 1990, Mike and the 'Kangaroos' advanced to the NAIA Division II National Playoffs. He received his Juris Doctor degree in 1995 from Southern Methodist University School of Law in Dallas. While at SMU, he was a student attorney in the SMU Law School Criminal Justice Clinic. After representing many clients throughout the criminal process, including jury trials, Mike was chosen to be the Supervising Student Attorney for the next class of students in this program. He was admitted to the Texas State Bar in 1995.. After graduating from law school, Mike began working for the legendary criminal defense attorney George R. Milner. Mike became a partner in his firm in 1998. In 2001, Mike became Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. While most attorneys have to practice 10, 15 or 20 years to reach the experience level necessary to achieve Board Certification, Mike met the rigorous requirements and passed the exam after being licensed for only 6 years. In 2002, Mike became the Managing Partner and a founding member of Milner & Finn, a law firm dedicated to the exclusive defense of criminal cases in both state and federal court. In 2006, Mike became Board Certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is now one of only a handful of attorneys who is certified in Criminal Law at both the state and national level, and the ONLY one in Collin County with both of these certifications.   In addition, Mike has been named a "Texas Super Lawyer" by Texas Monthly Magazine every year since 2005, and he has been named a D Magazine 'Best Lawyer of Dallas', Best Attorney in Frisco by Frisco Style Magazine, and 'Readers Choice' for Best Criminal Lawyer by the Dallas Observer.   He is also "AV" Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating for both ethics and legal ability.

Megan is Passionate. She helped launch a start-up, New Avenue Dentistry, with her husband in February, 2016. An entrepreneur at heart, she empathizes with the stress of owning a business.. “I love learning about a business and asking the right questions to make sure they are protected. You don’t know what you don’t know, so you don’t know the right questions to ask. I hate seeing companies in trouble because they waited too long to sit down with someone who knew the right questions to ask.”

Matt Herzog grew up in North Dallas. After receiving Bachelor Degrees in Political Science and Russian Language from an out of state university, Matt returned to the Dallas area to study law at Southern Methodist University. During law school, he was active in interscholastic advocacy competitions, representing SMU at competitions in Florida, Texas, and California. Upon graduation, cum laude, Matt was inducted into the Order of Barristers, a nationwide honor given to top student advocates.. Before finding a home at The Barber Law firm, Matt worked at a Dallas defense firm funded by the largest insurance company in the world. There, he learned how cases are defended and the circumstances under which defendants pay to settle lawsuits. Matt now uses this unique insight to his clients’ advantage.. Matt has represented clients in cases involving negligence, product liability, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and other personal injury matters.. He enjoys traveling, riding motorcycles, and studying Russian.

Leslie D. Ware is a lawyer and entrepreneur living in Dallas, Texas. He has extensive legal experience and has practiced intellectual property law for over 20 years. He specializes in patent management, patent licensing, and patent litigation. He is now the CEO of PanOptis Patent Management, LLC. Les Ware grew up in Texas and attended Southern Methodist University and obtained a B.S. in Political Science in 1989, and graduated with a J.D. from SMU Dedman School of Law in 1992. For more information please visit

Laura joined Starr Law Firm, P.C. in 2014. She received her undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University, graduating with a B.S. in political science. Laura attended law school in Chicago, Illinois at DePaul University College of Law where she received a certificate in business law. During law school, Laura externed for the Honorable Michael F. Otto at the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois and was a member of the International Commercial Arbitration Moot Team. She was also a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. As a member of Starr Law Firm, P.C. Laura focuses in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianships and Real Estate Transactions.

Justin T. Crain is a reputable estate planning attorney and partner at Crain & Wooley. Mr. Crain is a licensed attorney with the Supreme Court of Texas. He has also been licensed as a Risk Manager and an Agent with the Texas Department of Insurance. Mr. Crain holds the Associate Risk Manager designation with the American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters.. Justin has been recognized by the Texas Bar College as one of the best-trained attorneys in Texas. He is a member of the State Bar of Texas’ Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section, The National Elder Counsel, and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. He is committed to providing ongoing education regarding important estate planning and financial issues. Justin has achieved Martindale Hubbell’s Gold Champion status on and was selected as one of the top three estate planning attorneys in Plano, TX by Three Best Rated.

John Baker is a Founding Partner with the law firm of Baker | Moran. John represents electric utility companies and pipeline companies in all facets of right of way acquisitions, including due diligence, contract negotiations, document review, and eminent domain matters. With the great demand for energy infrastructure in Texas, clients have also looked to John for representation in commercial real estate transactions, including purchase of real property for, among other things, gas processing facilities and electric substation facilities. John is also a certified instructor for the International Right of Way Association.

Jason Zendeh Del is one of the founding members of The Zendeh Del Law Firm, PLLC. His practice primarily focuses on protecting the rights of individuals and corporations who need aggressive and creative representation.

Jason M. Tyra is a knowledgeable and reputable lawyer who is licensed to practice law in Texas. Attorney Tyra is also a Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in the states of Texas and New York, as well as an ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner. In the past, Attorney Tyra contributed to Bitcoin Magazine and Coindesk, writing about tax and accounting issues that impact entrepreneurs and individuals who employ virtual currencies as a means of payment and to store wealth. Jason is also a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the campaign in Afghanistan. He has a stellar reputation for remaining accessible to the clients he serves and always welcomes remote collaboration with financial planners and accountants when possible. To find out more about the legal advice and advocacy Jason M. Tyra delivers for clients throughout Dallas, please arrange a consultation today.

James T. Chiles has dedicated his career exclusively to criminal defense here in the Lone Star State. He has several years of experience defending felonies including murder, family violence and domestic assaults, aggravated assault with deadly weapon, sexual assaults and crimes against children, drug crimes, gun charges, and all variety of misdemeanors.. Mr. Chiles has handled hundreds of cases in at least 20 counties throughout the State of Texas, primarily the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and surrounding counties. He takes particular pride in an extremely high rate of dismissals.. Mr. Chiles graduated with a Juris Doctorate from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law. Mr. Chiles was the Chief of the SMU Criminal Justice Clinic and was a post-bar intern at the Capital Habeas Unit of the Federal Public Defender’s Office, Northern District of Texas. Mr. Chiles has since been in private practice, and has learned criminal defense primarily for working for prominent criminal defense lawyers with decades of experience.. Mr. Chiles was born and raised in Dallas. In college he was the National Debate Tournament Quarter-Finalist. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he coached teams to multiple Texas State and National Championships. Mr. Chiles believes that his experience as champion debater and coach since 2009 excellently contributes to his written and oral advocacy in an aggressive and outside-the-box approach to criminal defense. He aspires to be one of the best criminal lawyers in Texas.. Mr. Chiles’ primary area of knowledge is in criminal procedure, the Texas rules of evidence, and the 6th Amendment’s right to confront accusers through the crucible of cross-examination.

Jack Beesley has over 11 years experience fighting for his clients in the courtroom. Jack handles cases from initial consult all the way through jury trial.

I understand that a divorce can be one of the most overwhelming experiences in a person's life. I am a strong advocate of Collaborative Law which helps my clients maintain their dignity and privacy, while focusing on their true goals and interests. The collaborative approach makes it easier for parents to work cooperatively and in the best interest of their children after their divorce. This approach also helps my clients to make the best financial decisions. I treat my clients with respect and compassion.  I take pride in my attention to detail, my preparedness and my knowledge of the law.. I have been certified as a Family Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1987 and a Qualified Attorney Mediator since 1991.. My husband and I live in Plano. We have two wonderful two adult children and four totally adorable grandchildren.

I  have practiced law continuously since 1993. I am admitted to practice law both in Florida (by the Florida Bar) and in Texas (by the State Bar of Texas). I am also admitted to practice law before the United States Supreme Court and numerous federal courts with jurisdiction in Florida and Texas. Since year 2000, I have been Board Certified, Labor & Employment Law, by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I am a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).I graduated High School in Bradenton, Florida. I attended the University of South Florida, in Tampa, Florida, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A., 1986) and Master of Arts degree (M.A., 1987). After graduating, I worked for several years as an investigator for the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and as a compliance officer for the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). I then attended the Southern Methodist University School of Law in Dallas, Texas and graduated with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D., 1993).. About My Law PracticeAfter graduating law school, I went to work for a boutique employment law firm and learned the employment law business from the ground up. In year 2000, I started my own law practice and have continued to concentrate my practice on the employment relationship to this day.. Why I became a Lawyer. My interest in being a lawyer was sparked early in my life as a result of a childhood illness that left me with a permanant  disability. As I came of age, I learned the power of the law to level the playing field as I could see how it helped me to overcome barriers not otherwise possible because of my disability. This is one the main reasons I decided to become a lawyer.

I’m Trevor Theilen. For over 14 years, I practiced criminal law and administrative law (“license law”) as a Texas prosecutor. Today, I’m laser focused on protecting your freedom and your right to work.I became a lawyer to go to court and win. I chose criminal law and license law because they give me the chance to do that regularly for individuals and small businesses. I am not afraid of judges, and I love juries. I will carefully explore and explain all of your options, but if a trial or a hearing is your best chance at success I don’t hesitate to jump in and fight for you.My license defense work spans across all of Texas - I work remotely when possible, and travel when necessary.My criminal defense work focuses on North Texas counties (Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, Tarrant, Kaufman, & Hunt) since criminal work usually requires in-person court appearances.Every client and case are unique. Each one deserves representation crafted around its specific needs. My clients and I nail down exactly what they hope to achieve before we move forward. I regularly update my clients on their cases, and I expect them to keep me updated as well.I mainly communicate with clients on the phone, through texts and emails, or on video. This approach allows me the flexibility to work with clients across the entire state and at uncommon hours. If we need to meet in person, my office is in beautiful downtown McKinney - I’m happy to meet you there by appointment.My time as a criminal prosecutor plus my 12 years as a license prosecutor for the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (also known as "TDLR”) give me experience and perspective that few other attorneys can offer. Most criminal defense attorneys practice little to no administrative law involving licenses. Most administrative law lawyers do not work in criminal courts regularly.I spent 6 years using criminal law and administrative law for a licensing agency in special license courts. For licensed professionals facing criminal charges or licensing punishments like fines, license suspension, probation, or revocation, I can pull back the curtain and chart the best course forward. When it’s time to show who you really are in a courtroom or to a licensing board, you’ll be glad to have me on your side.

In his spare time, Kelly enjoys spending time with his wife Britnee, 11-year-old son Jamie, and 8-year-old daughter Averee.  Kelly is also an avid college sports fan, an occasional golfer, and a (long ago lapsed) weekend warrior runner and biker.  His most recent hobby is attempting to master the art of grilling and smoking on the backyard grill.

In 1991 Lisa began her legal career as a litigation attorney with Streich Lang in Phoenix. In 1994 she moved back to her home state of Texas to work as a tax attorney with the Dallas law firm of Johnson & Gibbs. When Johnson & Gibbs disbanded in 1995, Lisa began practicing family law in Plano. In 1997, Lisa partnered with Sharon Easley to form Easley & Marquis. After 15 years in practice with Sharon, Lisa joined with Hastings Hanshaw and Collin Kennedy in 2012 to start a family law practice with the firm of Hanshaw Kennedy Marquis. In April of 2015, Lisa joined the firm of Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser, P.C. to head up their Collin County office, which opened in Plano on April 1, 2015.. Lisa is well known for her work in collaborative law, successfully handling more than 100 cases. She has been secretary, vice-president and president of the Collin County Bar Association, chair of the Collin County Bench/Bar Foundation and vice-president of the Plano chapter of the American Business Women’s Association. She is an active member of the Association of Networking Professionals, in which she has held the positions of Vice-President and President for multiple terms. Lisa has also served as a Girl Scout Leader in Celina and on the church council of Rejoice Lutheran Church in Frisco.

If you are facing a complicated divorce, custody battle, or other family law issue, seek dedicated legal representation that strives to achieve positive outcomes for you and your family.. Alma Benavides has years of experience handling contested and uncontested family law matters.  She has been actively involved in the Dallas county and Collin county courts.. Alma Benavides educates her clients so that they are aware of their rights while assisting individuals in achieving a better tomorrow during the emotional turmoil of family law matters.

I'n not looking to do what is right for me.  I'm looking to do what's right for you.  You are the client.  Your interests are paramount.  Whatever the legal matter, you will be treated like a person, not a case file.  With over 17 years of experience handling divorce, custody, adoption, spousal support, child support, estate planning and probate, I'll find solutions to your legal issues.  My goal is to protect you, make this incredibly painful process a little easier and listen to what it is you need even if all you need is to vent.  I'm understanding and protective of my clients and their rights.

I work to help individuals avoid the courthouse in resolving their
family law disputes. Divorces and modification suits are hard enough
without burdening the couple with the gristmill of litigation. I firmly
believe that, equipped with the right team of collaborative
professionals to guide you, you and your spouse will be able to
negotiate an agreement that is more creative, more beneficial, and more
satisfying than anything a perfect stranger in a black robe could
devise.

I was born and raised in Aurora and currently reside in Aurora with my wife and son. In addition to my law practice, I serve on the Board of two local not-for-profit organizations, CASA Kendall County and the Aurora Public Library. I am also a den leader for Cub Scouts Pack 312.. I often represent individuals serving in a fiduciary capacity. This would typically include executors, administrators, guardians, trustees, partners, officers and directors. My practice takes me as far east as Cook County, as far north as Lake County, as far west as DeKalb County and as far south as Kankakee County.. A large part of my law practice is dedicated to real estate (residential, commercial, agricultrual). Whether representating a buyer or seller, my firm provides excellent service and affordable rates.  In most situtations, my firm charges a flat rate and only receives compensation if the transaction closes.

I was born in McAllen, TX.  During middle school, my parents decided to move to Plano, TX, for new and exciting work opportunities.  After attending multiple years of high school at Plano West Senior High, I dropped out and received my G.E.D. Though the odds of returning to school and completing my higher education were against me, I did return. I began taking courses in Community College and after taking a criminal justice class, I knew my true calling was law.  Immediately thereafter, I transferred to Texas Tech University and began my quest to become an attorney by majoring in Psychology and Political Science. One month after graduating from Texas Tech, I moved to Michigan to attend law school.  Throughout law school, I assisted a small law firm with employment and criminal litigation.  Although the law firm was small, the attorneys showed me that David could actually beat Goliath.   I assisted in a wide array of cases, everything from representing class action Fair Labor Standards Act claims to general illegal criminal searches.    After law school, I returned to Texas and began assisting the Dallas City Attorney’s office in employment matters.  My job responsibilities included investigating EEOC complaints filed by employees, investigating City of Dallas employee misconduct, and assisting in the termination procedures.  I then began assisting in the misdemeanor division of the Dallas County Public Defender’s office where I handled many types of misdemeanors charges for indigent clients.

I understand that law is a service business. Our firm strives to provide the highest quality legal services to our clients at rates that are substantially below those charged by "Biglaw" firms.

I represent seriously injured individuals and the families of wrongful death victims in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Collin County, Dallas County, Tarrant County and across the State of Texas.   Most of the cases I work on involve car accidents, truck wrecks and other motor vehicle accidents.

I know why I love what I do.  Government contracts law is a great area of the law and it is closely tied to our nation's history.  The acquisition system's evolution reflects our nation's development and it reflects our social and economic policies as well as our political challenges.. In December 2013 I retired after over 26 great years with Raytheon (Raytheon had acquired Hughes in 1997).  Raytheon and I continued to work together because I was consultant to Raytheon until February 2015.  At that time, I had the privilege of joining a firm that I have known and respected for over three decades -- Steptoe & Johnson.. MISSION STATEMENT. My mission statement is to add value to my clients by offering sound solutions to their legal challenges.. Further, in the government contracting, intelligence, and national security areas, we need to consider the beneficiaries of our work -- the public, the warfighters, and the intelligence community.  Those of us who work in government contracting have a special responsibility and we must operate within and protect a procurement system that should strive to ensure integrity in awarding and in performing contracts.. Practicing law in this area for over three decades has provided me with important lessons.  I learned the importance of timely communication, candid answers, the need to be a good listener, and the value of asking questions.  I understand client time constraints and the need to avoid surprises.  My experience taught me that clients seek more than just a summary of the law from their lawyer  They want a solution in order to address the challenge in front of them.. Disclaimer:  some of the content on this site, including testimonials or endorsements, may be considered attorney advertising under applicable state laws.  Prior results do not constitute a guarantee or warranty of a similar outcome.