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Scott D. Smith is a highly accomplished trial and arbitration attorney with more than two decades of experience representing clients in complex litigation and regulatory matters. His practice focuses on business and commercial disputes, including breach of contract, fraud, tortious interference, trade secret misappropriation, and employment-related issues such as non-compete and non-solicitation agreements. Scott has extensive experience in the financial services industry, representing firms and advisors in litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings across the country. He has successfully argued appeals in both the New York State Appellate Division and the Texas Fourteenth District Court of Appeals. In addition to his litigation skills, Scott is well-versed in probate matters, representing estates and heirs in fiduciary disputes and property misappropriation claims. Known for his strategic approach and results-driven advocacy, Scott has earned an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell and the Platinum Client Champion designation. He is an active member of the legal community, holding leadership positions in the Houston Bar Association and participating in various professional organizations. Scott’s dedication to his clients and his ability to navigate complex legal challenges make him a trusted advocate in high-stakes cases.

My law practice is dedicated to providing clients with one on one communication and resolving legal disputes in the most timely and economical manner as possible.

Mr. Weaver, the Principal Attorney at The Weaver Law Firm, is double Board Certified in Residential Real Estate Law and Commercial Real Estate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization—an achievement that reflects his deep knowledge and dedication to the practice of real estate law. He enjoys helping both individuals and businesses in a wide range of real estate matters, including disputes and transactions. Known for his ability to handle high-stakes litigation and complex deals, Mr. Weaver has built a reputation for delivering big-firm quality at reasonable costs.. Over the course of his career, Mr. Weaver has been recognized with some of the highest honors in the legal profession. He has been continuously named a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters and Texas Monthly, a distinction awarded to no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in Texas. He has also been listed among the Annual Top Attorneys by Thomson Reuters, recognized by Houstonia Magazine as one of Houston’s Top Lawyers, and given a 10.0 rating by Avvo for his professional background, experience, and qualifications.. Mr. Weaver has earned the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating, the highest peer-reviewed distinction for professional excellence in legal knowledge, ethical standards, and communication skills. He was further honored with the Judicial Edition of the AV Preeminent Attorney Award, based on evaluations from judges who recognized him as achieving the highest rating for both legal ability and ethics. The State Bar of Texas has acknowledged Mr. Weaver for exceeding its aspirational goals of public service, and the Texas Bar College of the State Bar of Texas granted him membership in its Society of Legal Scholars for leadership in the legal community and legal education.. In addition to his practice, Mr. Weaver has been called upon to serve as a testifying expert in real estate law. He has testified on behalf of the State of Texas after being engaged by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas and the Texas Department of Transportation, and he has also been retained by fellow attorneys for his expertise. His opinions on legal issues have been sought by major news outlets including the Washington Post, KHOU 11, ABC 13 Houston, Univision, Fox News, and the Houston Chronicle.. Other news outlets like Business Insider, San Antonio Express News, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, The Independent, The US Sun, the Daily Mail, and Yahoo News have reported on Mr. Weaver's experience or one of his cases.. Mr. Weaver’s dedication extends to mentoring and leading attorneys who themselves have been recognized by Best Lawyers as Ones to Watch and as Super Lawyers. Clients frequently commend his work, with consistent 5-star reviews on Yelp and Google Business Reviews.. A seasoned trial lawyer, Mr. Weaver has tried numerous jury and non-jury cases, giving him a litigation background that ensures strong protection for clients both in court and during pre-litigation negotiations. Together with the attorneys at The Weaver Law Firm, he represents clients in state and federal courts as well as before the Texas Court of Appeals.. Mr. Weaver’s practice encompasses both litigation and transactional real estate matters. On the litigation side, he represents clients in disputes involving title issues, boundary conflicts, adverse possession, fraudulent lien removal, foreclosure, partition, condemnation, contractual disputes, fiduciary duty claims, HOA matters, commercial lease obligations, and financing disputes. He also handles alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration.. On the transactional side, Mr. Weaver advises clients and title companies such as Stewart Title and Fidelity National Title in matters including closing document preparation and review, acquisitions, financing and dispositions, purchase and sale agreements, seller-financing documents, commercial lease drafting and negotiation, executory contracts, post-foreclosure redemption, and restrictive covenant preparation and interpretation. He also assists with pre-closing due diligence on zoning, environmental and land use restrictions, as well as the preparation and filing of mechanic’s liens, variances, and easements.

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.

Joe Gonyea is a Houston Criminal Defense, Civil Transaction, and Civil Litigation Lawyer. He represents individuals and businesses in all stages of the justice process.  He has obtained reversals of convictions and favorable jury verdicts in state and federal courts across the country, and has negotiated multi-million dollar transactions across the world.

Jason is one of the nation's top trial lawyers for one reason: when he represents a client, he's all in. No matter how tough the fight. No matter how big the challenge. When it matters most, he's there for people who have been wronged. He takes every case personally, treating each client like family while he fights to rebuild their lives.. When people need to win, they call Jason. He's won several verdicts and settlements worth more than $100 million, dozens of results worth more than $10 million, and more than 200 results worth $1 million or more. In total, he's secured billions for his clients with victories in all 50 states. In a testament to his effectiveness in court, Jason has been asked to work on the nation's toughest cases by over 200 firms and attorneys.. He's won historic victories for injured children against major pharmaceutical companies, verdicts that have set a precedent for future pharmaceutical cases. Jason represented families who lost their husbands and fathers to the sinking of the El Fargo cargo ship. After the Deepwater Horizon explosion, Jason was the top representative of those injured in the blast.. In all, Jason has helped tens of thousands of people get the results they deserve.. Jason also regularly receives the legal profession's highest honors. He has been recognized by multiple prestigious publications for many years running, including the Best Lawyers in America®, Super Lawyers®, Top 40 Under 40, and others. At the top of these honors, Jason regards his inclusion as a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates as his highest achievement. The Inner Circle is a list of the leading lawyers in the nation, as membership extends to only 100 trial attorneys in the U.S. Jason was selected before the age of 40, crowning him the youngest member of this elite organization.. Jason is married to Kisha Itkin, President and Owner of Theorem Vineyards. Together, with their children, the Itkins are active members and proud supporters of the Houston community. They support many causes individually and through the Arnold & Itkin Foundation.

In addition to his work as a trial attorney, national and international corporate development advisor and attorney for numerous Houston area businesses and individuals, Robert Ray is a jury psychologist and Chief Trial Consultant for Veritas Research, L.P., a leading national jury consulting company with offices in Houston, Denver and Sacramento.  Since 1998, Dr. Ray has provided research and courtroom consulting to attorneys in cases throughout the United States. His consulting, theme development and strategy advice has been sought by attorneys representing individual plaintiffs to Fortune 500 defendants in national mass tort litigation. He has provided research and consulting advice in mass tort actions such as tobacco and pharmaceutical litigation to insurance disputes and entertainment and publishing cases.. Dr. Ray earned his Ph.D. in social psychology from the University of Nebraska’s Law & Psychology Program. Before his Ph.D., Dr. Ray earned his law degree at South Texas College of Law in Houston, and was a briefing attorney to Texas’ Sixth Court of Appeals. Before entering the world of trial consulting, Dr. Ray practiced trial law for over twelve years, and tried over forty cases to jury verdict.  He also holds a Master of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Nebraska and his Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from The University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Ray is actively licensed to practice law in Texas and Nebraska, a member of the American Society of Trial Consultants, the American Psychology and Law Society, the College of the State Bar (Texas), a Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation and volunteers his time advising men on interview dress and appearance for Career Gear Houston.

I founded this firm and brought to it a wide-range of both legal and professional experience. I have previously been associated with several law firms, owned my own private practice, been the general counsel for a corporation, served as a municipal judge, worked as a bank loan and servicing officer and organized and served as the president of a national bank. These experiences provide unique insights into both personal and business decisions are impacted by the law.. The practice of law is all about issues that people face in their business and personal lives and prefer to work with their attorney on a one-on-one basis. I take a hands-on approach to the practice of law, personally meeting with you, and working hard to protect your interests.

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

I am a CPA and a trial lawyer.  I am also AV Peer Review Rated by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the highest rating possible by judges and other lawyers, for professional excellence, legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication skills, legal experience and legal ethics.. The Coffman Law Firm is a business litigation firm. We represent individuals and small and medium size businesses throughout Texas and across the United States in a broad range of trial and appellate matters, including antitrust, agriculture, contracts, intellectual property, technology, consumer cases, disasters, complex commercial litigation and class actions.  We do not represent insurance companies and typically do not represent large corporations.. No one will out strategize us, out research us, out write us or out work us.  Our law practice is based on the following core values:. WE ARE GOAL SETTERS.  Setting—and achieving—objectives is important to our clients and second nature to us.. WE ARE SELF-MOTIVATED.  We are internally driven to win.  We will not back down from a fight.  There are no problems—only opportunities to succeed.. WE ARE STRATEGIC.  We work hard to stay three steps ahead of the competition.. WE ARE RISK TAKERS.  Progress always involves risks.  We carefully assess the pros and cons associated with important decisions in order to minimize risk.  However, when the time comes, we are not afraid to pull the trigger and move forward.. WE ARE WELL NETWORKED.  We are connected—both technologically and from the human perspective.  Our networks are a source of support and information critical to our success.. WE ARE WELL PREPARED.  We go the extra mile to be ready to address the twists and turns that will arise during your case.  No one will out prepare us.. WE ARE NIMBLE.  We embrace technology.  We quickly and efficiently respond to our clients’ needs.. WE TAKE ACTION.  We assess the situation, prepare for the challenge and take action when warranted.  Timing is a critical part of our case strategy.

Huynh & Huynh, PLLC offers real-world experience, sound advice, and a results-oriented legal team for high net worth individuals, health care professionals, and their businesses. Our mission is to serve as the primary resource for our clients' personal, financial, and business growth.. Dr. Huynh has over 25 years of experience in general dentistry. He is highly involved in governmental healthcare regulation for provider advocacy, serving on many boards of directorship of political and legislative action committees and local chambers of commerce. Dr. Huynh holds an undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Texas at Austin, his DDS degree from Baylor College of Dentistry, and received his JD degree from South Texas College of Law-Houston.. Dr. Huynh is the founder of HQH Dental Association, a multi-location, multi-specialty provider group practice. As a practicing dentist and small business owner, Dr. Huynh dealt with employment law, state and local government regulations, insurance law, state and federal tax code, and administrative law affecting small business owners. Dr. Huynh has been highly successful developing and implementing business practices that focus on both the business and personal growth of health care professionals. Today, he is highly involved in provider advocacy regarding governmental health care regulation and similar fields. He has also served as an elected volunteer board member for the Greater Houston Peer Review Board, Dental Political Action Committee, and Legislative Action Committee.. Huynh & Huynh, PLLC is a team of business transaction attorneys with backgrounds in small business, health care, asset protection, estate and tax planning and property law. We assist those looking to start up a business, professionals practice transitions, healthcare business structuring and consulting, commercial real estate transactions, strategic tax planning, and estate planning.. Huynh & Huynh, PLLC gives you access to helpful health care practice attorneys as well as business transaction attorneys in the Houston area. We are committed to excellence, and offer our clients deep real world experience in handling their transactions, investments, projects, and disputes. Many business owners rely on a multitude of individuals to grow their business, but these experts typically do not communicate and coordinate with one another unless there's a problem. Often, these support relationships are fragmented and fail to address the business owner's needs as a whole, leaving the business owner to orchestrate and maintain separate relationships with each advisor. The attorneys at Huynh & Huynh, PLLC advocate for a holistic approach. Our firm takes pride in developing relationships with our clients in order to provide them with efficient real-world business solutions.

Dwaine Massey, a board-certified trial lawyer, and the Massey Law Firm, an AV-rated commercial trial firm, represents plaintiffs and sometimes defendants in business divorce, breach of contract, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, other business tort and catastrophic personal injury matters. For nearly two decades, the firm has represented entrepreneurs, business start-ups, mid-sized companies, and established national and international corporations in corporate and commercial litigation ranging from insurance disputes to trade secret actions. Where possible, the firm operates on contingent or hybrid fee arrangements to mitigate the economic risk to its clients who lack the financial resources to pursue their rights to the fullest or the ability to risk the capital necessary to the aggressive pursuit of their claims.. BACKGROUND. Dwaine Massey was born and raised in Houston.  His father, a native of southeast Louisiana, dropped out of high school in the ninth grade to start working as a laborer in the oil and gas industry there.  His job relocated him to Texas where he met Massey's mother, a native Texan from Huntsville.  She worked in retail.  From his parents, Massey learned the value of hard work, a desire to fight for the wronged and a Christ-centered faith.. Massey was educated in the public schools of the Houston ISD and attended the University of Texas on a full academic scholarship.  Dwaine graduated with a BBA in Accounting and Honors Business with honors. After obtaining a CPA license, he returned to earn his law degree from the University of Texas School of Law.  He later returned to school to earn a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary.. Massey married his college sweetheart one year after they graduated from the University of Texas.  They have two daughters, the oldest of whom was born during Massey's second year of law school and is now in her fourth year of medical school. Her younger sister, a recent college graduate, is living in Brooklyn, New York and commuting to her first job on Wall Street.. EXPERIENCED TRIAL LAWYER. Massey, who is board-certified in personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, has tried numerous jury trials and bench trials and has successfully argued before appellate courts.  He does all in his power to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients and is often called on to take over pending cases. Massey believes that our jury process is one of the best dispute resolutions mechanisms the world has ever known. It is not surprise that he has the utmost respect for the collective wisdom of those selected to serve.

Charles J. Argento & Associates is committed to personal attention for all clients, at all times. Charles J. Argento & Associates knows that an Accident, Injury or Wrongful Death has serious legal consequences for both you and your family. If you have no health insurance, we can arrange for medical care near you. Over the years, Charles J. Argento & Associates has earned a solid reputation for protecting the legal rights of Houston, Texas clients and winning them the maximum compensation after a personal injury. If you've been injured by somone, your time to report the injury and make a claim is very limited. Contact the Houston Law Offices of Charles J. Argento & Associates for a free consultation from one of our Houston Personal Injury Lawyers. Charles J. Argento & Associates represent people in the following types of Cases: Car Accidents, Auto Accidents, Truck Accidents,  18 wheeler accidents, accidents, Injuries, Personal Injury, wrongful Death, unsafe or defective Products, work accidents and other accidents causing injury or loss of life.

Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate. Flat-fees are available. Call for a free consultation.. My practice focuses on helping clients with probate, estate planning, guardianship, wills, trusts, real estate, and small business needs.  Please take advantage of our free phone consultation at.. Originally from Provo, Utah, Randall Perrier has practiced law in Texas since 2002. Mr. Perrier earned his law degree from the University of Idaho School of Law and furthered his legal education at New York University School of Law, where he obtained a post-law degree in taxation. Upon graduating from NYU, Mr. Perrier was recruited by Baker Botts, LLP to work for their Houston office in the Business and Estate Planning group (renamed the Private Clients group). Mr. Perrier is certified by the State Bar of Texas in Estate Planning and Probate Law.. Mr. Perrier left Baker Botts, LLP in 2005 to found Perrier & Associates, P.C., which allowed him to expand his practice areas. Mr. Perrier continues to focus his practice on estate planning and probate, real estate litigation and business formation and operation. Mr. Perrier’s office is located on FM 1960 Rd. West (renamed Cypress Creek Parkway) and serves clients in from all over Houston, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball, and Conroe and Montgomery County.

At the Law Office of Kristin Kline, we provide experienced and affordable family law services.  We understand that you are going through a difficult time, and our goal is to help you resolve your family matter with as little emotional and financial turmoil as possible. During these times, it's important to have a caring, compassionate, and honest attorney on your side. Kristin has over 19 years experience representing clients in all areas of family law including divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, adoption, estate planning, and probate. Call today to set up an appointment to speak with Kristin one on one.  She will take the time to answer your questions and explain how she can help you fight for your rights.. Kristin Kline has lived in Houston, Texas all of her life. She grew up in Fort Bend County and graduated from Dulles High School. After graduating from high school she attended college and received her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Houston, majoring in Criminal Justice. Upon graduating from college, she became a paralegal and worked for a prominent Houston law firm for 10 years before deciding to go to law school. After graduating from Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Kristin started her own law firm focusing primarily on family law issues.

#LorraineCoatsBusinessAndLegalAdvisor - #HoustonTX#CoatsBusinessConsulting Powered by #KWCommercial. Connect with me on LinkedIn:. Small Business Legal Advisory & Commercial Real Estate Services in Houston, Texas. I'm Lorraine, a dedicated and optimistic #BusinessConsultant #LegalAdvisor and #CommercialBroker based in Houston, Texas. I’m a Native Houstonian, graduated from the University of Houston Law Center in 2005, and have been working as an attorney throughout Texas for over 17 years. In my free time, I love to write short fiction and have translated this into professional editing services. I'm a word and grammar nerd! Professionally, I love the energy of working with small businesses and being able to set them on a path for growth. A big business starts small!. As a Trusted Business Advisor, my extensive real world experience gives me a unique perspective and makes me a valuable asset to my clients. From my own hands-on background, I know your operational funds are precious. Allocation of those funds need to be precise and effective. My specialties include advising start-ups, #HoustonEnergyCorridor industrial and office sales and leasing, investor development, contract law, corporate compliance, commercial transactions, and marketing management.. In 2008, I transitioned from a litigation-based practice to in-house counsel roles and have since served as a C-Level Executive in a variety of positions and industries, including Oil & Gas, Entertainment, and Renewable Energy. With over 17 years of executive, cross-industry experience, I am able to effectively advise my clients with any and all of their small business needs. My experience includes, but is not limited to: business model development plan implementation, planning corporate identity & branding, customer relationship management, authoring policies and procedures, authoring contracts, risk management, #humanresources including #employeeonboarding, and #negotiations.. I am a visionary, high-performing C-Level Executive and Trusted Business Advisor who creates innovative ways to establish strategic, mutually beneficial partnerships and a superior customer experience, with a proven record of financial, corporate, and market growth. I’m a skilled communicator at all levels who effectively optimizes team performance, and am a flexible thinker adept at building rapport with key stakeholders and implementing pivotal marketing strategies that drive revenue.. Does your company need expert guidance to reach the next level? If so, you've come to the right place. Get to know me to see how I can help take your organization from Point A to Point B!. 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Start-ups and young companies often need a lot of legal services, but cannot afford to hire a full time staff attorney. By serving as a fractional #ChiefLegalOfficer, I can provide guidance on an as-needed basis that better fits within your budget. With over 17 years of cross-industry experience, I am dedicated to responsiveness and white glove service. As a connector of people, I’m motivated to move clients forward and grow.. SKILLS & CREDENTIALS:. Juris Doctorate (University of Houston Law Center, 2005)Bachelor of Arts Plan II (Honors Liberal Arts -- The University of Texas at Austin, 1997)State Bar of Texas License #24047860Texas Real Estate Commission License # 795242. I specialize in the Houston, Texas area but am licensed to practice both law and commercial real estate within the entire state of Texas.. Looking for an experienced Legal Advisor in Houston, Texas?If you are looking for a #trustedlegaladvisor, I would love to help! 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