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Melanie M. Lira is the founder of the Lira Cazares Immigration Law. She is a native of San Antonio, Texas, where she received her Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s School of Law. She has been honored for her commitment to human rights and social justice and received the Alice Wright Franzke Feminist Award and the Justice Alma Lopez Women in Law Leadership Award. Further, she received recognition from the Texas Access to Justice Foundation for her pro bono service.. Before beginning her own firm, Melanie worked at a local law firm practicing removal defense. Her experience and dedication to immigration rights has lead her to work in various ways with several organizations and firms such as, Tahirih Justice Center,  Faegre Baker Daniels, and Akin Gump.  Melanie has experience in family based immigration, naturalization, VAWA, U visa and SIJ petitions, consular processing and removal defense.. She is admitted to practice law in Texas and is fluent in Spanish.

Meet Todd Marquardt. Todd Marquardt received his Bachelor’s Degree in Government from New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico and earned his Juris Doctorate at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. It’s no surprise, then, that he has chosen to run his practice across these two states, maintaining a license to practice in both.. Todd worked for the Social Justice Clinic at St. Mary University School of Law as a Student Attorney for one year. During that time, he represented clients in divorce, child custody, and won an appeal with Social Security. Following law school and the Texas Bar Exam, Todd worked in a law office focusing on guardianship, a litigation law firm, and helped build an estate planning firm to six attorneys with comparable support staff.. Todd is the sole owner and managing attorney of Marquardt Law Firm, P.C. He built the law firm to accommodate clients so that people who need legal services have an advocate who is approachable and accessible. In order to provide the best service, Marquardt Law Firm, P.C. has hired smart and compassionate team members who walk with clients through their legal issues. Todd relentlessly pursues excellence to make sure clients know the law firm is going above and beyond for them.. Todd has developed a strong referral network throughout the legal industry. When potential clients come to him with legal issues outside the areas in which he focuses, he introduces those in need to an attorney that he is confident can handle their unique issue. Todd’s goal is to never close the door on a relationship, whether the final answer lies within his office or elsewhere.. A family man and small business owner himself, Marquardt’s mission is to help adult children care for their elderly parents and to advocate for business owners. Todd and his wife are the proud parents of two sons and a daughter. Todd’s mission is to serve God by leading his family, vocation, community and country with the gifts and talents God has given him. He enjoys golfing, watching baseball, and hunting. He is a member of the Rotary Club, active in his church, and involved with the San Antonio Coalition for Veterans.. Marquardt Law Firm’s Service to You. Marquardt Law Firm focuses on Business and Estate Law in Texas and New Mexico. Marquardt Law Firm would like to help you plan in advance before something bad happens. At Marquardt Law Firm, we anticipate the unexpected and plan for the unknown by establishing legally enforceable plans to reduce future conflict.. We can help you understand the legal process. We are careful and thoughtful about helping you start a new business, incorporate your growing company, or protect your legacy and plan your Will and estate.. Marquardt Law Firm’s Client Service. Marquardt Law Firm cares about you. The difference between the service we provide and the service any other attorney provides is that we’re approachable and accessible. Marquardt Law Firm answers the phone and returns phone calls. We’re not too busy to talk to you. We value your concerns. Our goal is to provide excellent customer service as well as excellent legal service.

MEET ATTORNEY MICHAEL DE LA PAZ. At the Law Office of Michael R. De La Paz, we have been helping people since 1996. We understand what people go through after suffering a serious injury or wrongful death, and we know how to help them. We take the time to get to know you and what the best solution is for your individual situation while we begin gathering evidence and laying the foundation for a highly effective case that will deliver the best possible results.. Our firm has been able to achieve successful results against well-resourced opponents ranging from insurance companies to manufacturers and other businesses. We know how to fight and win in even the most difficult circumstances. Our experience is one of the keys to our ability to succeed for our clients.. Our focus is on securing the full compensation you need to help you through your recovery and to help you with all your needs, including current medical bills, lost wages and future care needs. We want you to have access to everything you need to be able to face the future with confidence.. Let us put you and your needs first.

Medical Malpractice Defense. Provides defense of various medical negligence and professional liability claims against physicians, hospitals, nurses, nursing homes, and other healthcare providers throughout Texas.

Matthew D. Massar has a diverse practice focused on commercial real estate, natural resources, and business matters. He represents a variety of clients looking to navigate the legal issues associated with ownership transactions, ongoing management, and reorganization of specialized property types (whether commercial, agricultural, residential, or assets produced through ownership of same) - utilizing his unique business background and seasoned legal experience to provide timely, reasoned and valuable advice.. Mr. Massar performed his undergraduate studies at the Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, where he earned a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Public Administration/Economics; and earned his law degree from St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas, serving on The Scholar Law Review (as a Staff Writer and Comment Editor), and being a member of the Phi Delta Phi Legal Honors Fraternity.

Mary completed her undergraduate studies with Bachelors of Science in Biology, Chemistry and Nursing at St. Mary’s University and The University of the Incarnate Word, worked on her Masters in Neurosurgical Nursing and is a 1988 graduate of St. Mary’s School of Law.  She has been licensed to practice in the Texas state courts and before the federal bar since 1989 and has served the practice of law in many capacities:  as General Counsel to United Service Automobile Association, Staff Counsel to Liberty Mutual and SAFECO Insurance Companies and as a trial attorney in private practice. Mary is also a Registered Nurse and has been certified by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.  She was honored with the Vera Brau Award for Nursing Excellence and Advocacy. Mary concentrates her defense trial practice principally in the areas of complex litigation including contracts, commercial and personal injury litigation (1st and 3rd party), insurance coverage and regulatory issues, construction law, professional liability, corporate and health law.

Mark I. Unger is a family lawyer, mediator and consultant in San Antonio, Texas, and has. been highly involved with the integration of law and technology since approximately 1998. In. addition to his practice, he launched Muse Legal Tech Consulting in 2015 to focus on legal. technology and to help create greater efficiencies for law firms, having spoken at many legal. technology and family law CLE’s across the state and country.. He filed the first electronic appellate brief in the State of Texas in 1998 (CD-Rom w/ links to. case-law) and the first electronic pleading in Texas District Courts (in the prior eFiling. system) in 2003.. He’s been recognized as one of “San Antonio’s Best Lawyers” regularly since 2007, one of the "Best Lawyers in America" since 2020 and is. a “FastCase 50” Award Winner for 2016. He is former Chair of the Computer Council of the. State Bar of Texas (and has been an active Council Member since 2001), former President of. the San Antonio Bar Family Law Section and sits on numerous legal technology committees,. including the Supreme Court’s Judicial Committee on Information Technology (JCIT) since. 2007. He has been Chair of the San Antonio Technology committee/section since 2000.

Mark A. J. Fassold was born in Rantoul, Illinois. Upon graduating from H. M. King High School, Kingsville, Texas, Mark enlisted into the Texas Army National Guard and later attended Officer Candidate School graduating first in his class as Distinguish Honor Graduate. In 1994 (as the first of his immediate and extended family to attend college), Mark earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Texas A&I University with a perfect 4.0 grade point average earning a Woodrow Wilson Fellowship to attend Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. In 1996, he earned a Master in Public Policy degree and a scholarship to attend Harvard Law School. In 1999, Mr. Fassold obtained his Juris Doctoris degree from Harvard Law School.. During his five years at Harvard, Mr. Fassold qualified and served as a “statistical expert witness” whose expert opinion was adopted by the court in G.I. Forum v. Texas Education Agency, 87 F. 667 (W.D. Tex. 2000) over the opinions of professors from the University of Texas and the University of Michigan. In that case, Mr. Fassold performed regression analysis establishing that Texas’ high school graduation exam had a disparate impact on ethnic minorities controlling for factors such as socioeconomic status, school quality, curriculum and numerous other factors.. Upon graduation, from 1999 to 2001, Mr. Fassold served as a Briefing Attorney to the Honorable Hayden W. Head, Jr., United States District Court, Southern District of Texas, Corpus Christi, Texas. While a Briefing Attorney, he was given permission to represent, pro bono, a family member who had been sued for negligence. During the trial of that case, his first, Mark obtained a unanimous verdict of no liability in favor of his client in what had been previously described by several attorneys as a sure loss for Mark’s client.. Since 2001, Mr. Fassold worked with the same group of attorneys first at Jenkens & Gilchrist and then Jackson Walker. In February 2008, Mark made partner at Jackson Walker. During his time at these firms, he prosecuted and/or defended hundreds of cases in the areas of complex business litigation, intellectual property litigation, and product liability litigation. As lead attorney, Mr. Fassold has tried and won jury verdicts in state and federal courts. Mark has a national practice and has represented clients before specialized courts such as those at the United States International Trade Commission.. Mark is married to Angela Christina Fassold. Mark and Angie have a son Anthony and a daughter Mia.

Marco Bass from Eagle Pass!. Marco was born on the border, but bred in San Antonio.. He received his bachelors, master of arts, and doctorate of jurisprudence all from his beloved St. Mary’s University.. Marco only focuses on personal injury matters -- such as accidents and injuries -- with offices in San Antonio and Eagle Pass.

Manny has been the trusted advisor to some of the largest companies in the world, small family owned businesses, and thousands of homeowners, homeowners associations, non-profit agencies, and government entities. He has represented companies and organizations throughout the US, the EU, Latin America, and Asia. He has served in C-Suite roles at some of the most important publicly traded companies on the planet. He is frequently called upon to help clients manage crisis, resolve litigation, or counsel them through the complexities of sophisticated projects. But, most often, he is brought in to find the “win”.. Manny has dedicated his career to three primary areas of practice: Client advocacy, dispute resolution, and government relations. As an advocate, he has represented Fortune 100 clients in courts throughout the United States. He has successfully litigated hundreds of cases and is a go-to resource for sophisticated clients facing complex litigation and large liability exposure. He is also an arbitrator and mediator who is frequently appointed by parties and courts to bring finality to disputes and help crafting mutually agreeable resolutions to lawsuits. He is a top-tier panel member of the American Arbitration Association and NAM. Arbitration matters over which he has presided, include:. As a government relations advocate, Manny is frequently retained to assist his clients in maneuvering through the wheels-within-wheels of government. He is a sought-after guide to the client that needs government related problems resolved quickly. Manny brings problems solving methodology and rigorous analysis to the table. The secret to our success is in knowing how to create solutions where others can’t. His government relations practice focuses on economic development, the manufacturing industry, international investment, and crisis management. Clients have included Toyota, Herbalife, Walgreens, utility companies, automotive industry suppliers, family offices, healthcare networks, foreign investment funds, university systems, renewable energy firms, and R&D companies.. Manny is licensed to practice Texas and federal courts.

Luis Eduardo Guerrero was born in México and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, where he graduated top of his class from PSJA Southwest Early College High School. He then went on to attend Texas A&M University where he graduated in 3 years with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Geology, Petroleum Track. During his time at Texas A&M University, Luis was a member of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, participated in the Smithsonian’s Latino Center Young Ambassador program, and was involved in Undergraduate Research through the College of Geoscience.. Luis attended St. Mary’s University School of Law right after his undergraduate degree, during his time in law school he worked for Congressman Vicente Gonzalez, from District TX-15 in Washington, D.C., interned at the Bexar County Family Justice Center with Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid, helped reform and re-established a vocational school in his Rio Grande Valley, and worked for a local personal injury law firm before working for The Gámez Law Firm.. Luis has a passion for helping others and picked this career path because of the direct impact it can provide to injured families. Every case is different and he understands this, he hopes to create a personal connection with every client he comes across. He understands that an accident or death does not only affect the victims, but those closest to them. Luis continues to be very active with his community in Pharr and is always willing to help out in any way possible.

Lori Hanson is a litigator with 23 years of experience in commercial litigation, healthcare, insurance defense and coverage issues, employment law, government defense, and appeals. Mrs. Hanson’s practice is diverse, but specialized in the area of litigation. She has substantial experience in medical negligence defense, contract, fraud, DTPA, civil rights, and constitutional law issues. She represents clients in all aspects of litigation and preparation of cases from pleadings through trial and appeal.

Lockhart Law Firm brings you more than 25 years of legal and medical experience resolving disputes in San Antonio, Bexar County and surrounding communities. Whether you are injured in a car accident, ending a marriage, negotiating a child custody agreement or protecting your family with a valid estate plan, our focus is on you and your interests from start to finish.. Licensed as a registered nurse in 1978, attorney Cathleen Lockhart has experience in medical and care issues, guardianship, family law and corporate risk management. Her expertise in the medical field gives the Lockhart Law Firm an edge when analyzing medical reports, facts, and continuing and special care needs.

Lisa founded her law firm in order to provide her clients with more personal attention in resolving their legal matters in a timely, efficient way, and to be able to better help those in need of legal services. Her practice focuses on estate planning, estate settlement and litigation, elder law, real estate, and tax controversy matters.. Lisa earned her Bachelors of Business Administration degree in Accounting from the University of Miami before going on to earn her Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law. She is licensed to practice in the State of Texas and is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas and United States Tax Court. Lisa is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the State Bar of Texas Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law Section, the State Bar College, and the San Antonio Bar Association.. Prior to starting her own law practice, Lisa worked as a legal services attorney where she was able to represent hundreds of clients in issues ranging from simple estate planning matters to landlord/tenant and real estate litigation. Lisa has litigated cases in federal and state courts and at all times, has served as a tireless advocate for her clients.  Following her tenure as a legal services attorney, Lisa went on to work for a national tax consulting firm, where she counseled and defended dozens of companies with regard to their Internal Revenue Service disputes.. Lisa is particularly passionate about representing elderly clients and protecting them from fraud and abuse, helping them obtain appropriate support in the home, safeguard their assets, and plan for the future. Lisa enjoys counseling all of her clients on how to make provisions for future generations and how to leave a legacy for their loved ones, no matter how large or small their estate may be. She believes that estate planning is not simply a way to distribute assets, but rather, a way to provide for your family and loved ones in a meaningful way.. Aside from her dedication to the practice of law, Lisa is also committed to her community. She is a native Texan and has called San Antonio home for over a decade. During that time, she has been involved with various social organizations. Lisa provides pro bono legal services for senior citizens through the San Antonio Bar Association and is a volunteer for Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts. In her free time, Lisa enjoys exercise, cooking, music, reading, and her Siberian husky, Presley.

Lisa Duke grew up and went to school in San Antonio, Texas. Ms. Duke went on the achieve her Bachelor's Degree at Wesleyan University. She attended the University of Texas School of Law, where she graduated with her J.D. and was admitted into the State Bar of Texas in 2000. Ms. Duke was an Assistant Attorney General of Texas and partner at Anderson and Duke, P.C. before she opened her own practice, focusing on family law. Ms. Duke is a current officer of the Family Law Section of the San Antonio Bar Association.

Lawyer (Serious Injury | Wrongful Death): I handle personal injury cases for clients and their families by caring for each client as if each person is my family. I focus on understanding you, your story, your pain, and struggles through your eyes and the eyes of your loved ones, so that I truly know and feel how you and your life have changed. Then, I can tell your story in a way that the responsible party and jury feel the devastating losses suffered by you and your family. If it is important to you, it is important me. It is one thing to say it, and it is another thing to live it.. In 2011, I was in a car accident caused by a careless driver. I suffered life-changing injuries–chronic neck and back pain. Every minute and every day since, I have struggled and continue to struggle with constant pain, the loss of some of the important parts of and relationships in my life, and the realization that I will never be the person that I once was. I use this pain to fuel my passion to understand more deeply what each person and their loved ones have been through, to feel your pain, and to show your story at a deep, emotional level that resonates with everyone who hears and sees it. So, my calling, my passion, the reason why God put me on this earth and through these struggles is to help those who suffer as I have suffered and more and to provide them hope-to make a difference.. In 2018, Israel and his legal team obtained one of the Top 10 Jury Verdicts in Texas (practice area of Personal Injury) according to .

Laurie is a San Antonio native and graduate of Trinity University and St. Mary's University School of Law.  She is an active member of the Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Section of the State Bar of Texas (REPTL), is a graduate of the REPTL Leadership Academy, and has spoken frequently on issues related to title insurance and probate and estate issues to law students, community groups and at State Bar seminars.  Laurie is a proud member of the Junior League of San Antonio.

Laurence “Larry” Kurth is a Board Certified Civil Litigator with 30 years of experience litigating all types of legal disputes from products liability to personal injury to property damage to contract claims to insurance actions. He is well-versed in the legal community of Bexar County and has appeared before virtually every sitting judge in The County, from J.P. Courts to the Fourth Court of Appeals. He has selected in the neighborhood of 100 juries from Brownsville to Dallas. Mr. Kurth’s practice includes representation of business and insurance clients before all State and Federal Courts as well as representing Bexar County, the City of San Antonio, and the City of Converse in various matters. He is a seasoned first-party insurance attorney with experience in policy drafting, interpretation, and coverage issues for both the insurance industry and business consumers alike.

Laura Pazin-Porter was born in Florida and later moved to South Texas with her family. She is a graduate of the University of Texas Pan-American and the St. Mary’s University School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctorate in 2001. She had previously served as an associate for the firms Rhodes Vela and Lyons & Rhodes, P.C.. Laura provides Tom Rhodes Law Firm, P.C. with experience in complex civil litigation, appellate law, and civil trial work. She has participated in litigation cases in many U.S. states and has assisted in a case returning one of the largest jury verdicts in U.S. history.. Laura is an active member of the American Association for Justice, the Federal Bar Association, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and the San Antonio Bar Association. She currently serves as the President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association. She is admitted to practice in courts in Texas, New Mexico, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Lance Curtright, a native of Lincoln, Nebraska, has practiced immigration law since 2001. He is Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.. Mr. Curtright has successfully represented hundreds of clients in deportation proceedings. His successes include the published decision Matter of Lamus, 25 I&N Dec. 61 (BIA 2009) (Immigration Judge may not deny a motion to reopen based solely upon the government's opposition). He has written articles about the applicability of the unlawful presence bar to immigrating to the United States and has spoken about immigration law related issues at immigration law conferences.. Mr. Curtright earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Dallas (UD) in Politics. While at UD, he studied in Rome, Italy for a semester. He graduated from UD cum laude in 1998. After college, Mr. Curtright attended law school at the University of Nebraska. He was selected to be on the school's National Moot Court team. The team competed against teams from other law schools in mock appellate cases. They placed second in their region and were able to advance to the final national rounds. In law school, Mr. Curtright was selected to the "Order of Barristers" based upon his advocacy skills. He graduated from law school with distinction.. Mr. Curtright is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Federal Bar Association, and the San Antonio Bar Association.. Mr. Curtright is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, the Western District of Texas, the Southern District of Texas, the Northern District of Texas and all Texas State courts. He speaks Spanish.

Kurt Gransee is a founding member of Rush & Gransee, L.C. Mr. Gransee started his legal career at a large defense firm where his legal skills were honed. Then Mr. Gransee joined the Bexar county District Attorney's Office where he quickly rose through the ranks after successfully trying a variety of criminal cases. Kurt Gransee has taken the skills he developed and created one of the pre-eminent law firms in San Antonio.. Mr. Gransee primarily limits his current practice to those individuals charged with State or Federal crimes. Mr. Gransee has a reputation of going the extra mile to get his client the justice they deserve. We have used to our advantage the foremost experts in accident reconstruction, medicine, computer forensics and psychology. By using the appropriate experts in a criminal case our clients can get justice, whether it's a not guilty or a greatly reduced sentence. Unlike many other criminal defense firms we have a fully staffed law firm, with a legal library, high speed copiers, and the ability to try a criminal case using high tech audio visual aids to persuade a jury.. Kurt Gransee has been voted by his peers and listed as one of San Antonio's Best Lawyers, for the past 11 years in the annual legal poll conducted by the monthly magazine "Scene in SA". Mr. Gransee was identified as one of San Antonio's best lawyers in Criminal Defense Law. Mr. Gransee has represented clients and litigated cases in a wide variety of criminal cases including injury to a child "shaken baby", internet child porn, Intoxication manslaughter, intoxication assault, DWI, and money laundering. Mr. Gransee has handled State and Federal cases throughout Texas, and in Federal District Court.

Known for his aggressive and thorough approach, Dacbert fights to ensure our client's story is told and represented in a way that is clear and concise. Whether you have been in a car wreck or got a speeding ticket Dacbert has your back from beginning to end.. Leon Dacbert is a life-long resident of San Antonio. After graduating from Trinity University, he earned his Law degree as well as his masters in business administration with honors at St. Mary’s University. Since becoming licensed, he has dedicated his career to fighting for the rights of those who have been oppressed.. Car accidents: Insurance companies have one simple goal, make money for their shareholders. That is why they have teams of people to give victims of auto accidents pennies on the dollar of what they truly deserve. Leon Dacbert has experience in fighting these insurance companies and representing clients to the fullest extent. Call today for a free consult and no up front cost to you.. Traffic Tickets: You have options when dealing with a ticket. Never just straight pay the ticket since that will impact your insurance rates and will add points to your license which can lead to a suspended license and surcharges. I can help keep the ticket off of your record and also take care of the ticket without you having to show up and wait. Call now and let me take care of you ticket today!

Kimberly joined the Law Office of Lisa A. Vance in 2013. Previously, she worked as a title attorney in the oil and gas industry focusing on title defects and correct calculations of royalty interests. Highly proficient in analyzing the minutiae of complex financial transactions, she is often found surrounded by spreadsheets and corporate  documents.. Reflecting on her current practice, she is particularly grateful to work for a firm that truly seek holistic healing and resolution in the midst of otherwise turbulent litigation. For that reason, she is a huge proponent of mediation. Kimberly counts empathy and her ability to listen as central to her practice. She advises clients to speak candidly, as that will enable her to best represent you effectively.

Kevin has been a licensed attorney in Texas since November, 1998.  Prior to his career in law, Kevin served in the U.S. Navy as a missile fire control technician.  After his military service, Kevin attended Marquette University on a full scholarship, and then transferred to the University of Wisconsin at Madison where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree.. Upon graduation, Kevin was accepted into the St. Mary’s University School of Law, where he received his Juris Doctor Degree in 1998.  He then took and passed the Texas Bar Exam and promptly opened his own law office. Since then, he has dedicated himself to helping the victims of personal injury accidents secure the compensation they deserve from negligent individuals, companies, and institutions.. In 2002, Kevin joined forces with attorney Chris Mayo and together they formed the law firm Stouwie & Mayo, PLLC.  Since he began practicing law, Kevin has successfully represented hundreds of injured people in many different types of cases.. In 2007, Kevin was honored with the distinction of Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.  According to the statistics available from the State Bar and the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, approximately 10% of all attorneys in the state of Texas are Board Certified in any specific area of expertise.. In order to be Board Certified in a specialty area, an attorney must complete the following:. Kevin is also a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, the San Antonio Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice.  He is also admitted to practice in all Texas State Courts, and the United States Federal District Courts for the Western District of Texas.. Outside of the courtroom and his work, Kevin remains active with his wife Lucia.  They reside in San Antonio with their three daughters, one son, two dogs, and two cats.

Kerrisa Chelkowski's law office is located in San Antonio, Texas. She is a former Bexar County Assistance District Attorney. At the Bexar County DA's office Kerrisa was assigned to the appellate and trial divisions of the office. During her time in the appellate division she handled over 30 cases including death penalty appeals. Within her first year at the office she handled Stewart v. State, a significant DWI case which found itself to the Court of Criminal Appeals. Kerrisa argued that case to the Court of Criminal Appeals in front of a packed house of more than 400 spectators with successful results. Kerrisa also argued numerous times in front of the Fourth Court of Appeals in San Antonio, Texas.. During her time in the trial division Kerrisa tried many cases to juries and to judges of various courts. Kerrisa left the office in 2004 and started her own practice. She concentrates on criminal defense handling both state and federal cases. She continues to try numerous cases to juries every year with (so far) a winning record. Further, she has represented many people in the federal courts across Texas including defendants in the Southwest Airline case where the court dismissed the indictment against her client after filing motions and presenting arguments to the court. Kerrisa is also a Special Prosecutor for the Medina County District Attorney's Office.. Last year Kerrisa presented oral arguments to the United States Court of Appeals for Fifth Circuit in New Orleans, Louisiana. The appellant's sentence was reversed and remanded for a new sentence. Kerrisa has also represented clients on writs of certiorari to the United States Supreme Court. Including both state and federal appeals Kerrisa's name is on over 35 published opinions.. In January and February of 2007, she was featured in NSIDE, a San Antonio business journal, along with other successful business people from generation X. Further, she is a contributing writer for the journal. Her latest article The $25,000 Martini, discusses the financial impact a DWI can have on a professional's life and career. A 1998 University of Texas at Austin alum and 2001 Texas Tech Law School graduate, Kerrisa has built a solid reputation defending high profile cases throughout Texas with successful results.