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I defend people accused of domestic assault in Austin, Texas.  My clients are the type of people who plan for their futures and generally make good choices in life. Being accused of a crime is one of the most stressful situations that many of my clients have ever faced.  My clients also understand that a conviction on their criminal records will do permanent damage to their reputations and their careers.. I do not represent common criminals.  My clients are good people that cannot afford to NOT to be represented by an exceptional attorney that focuses on defending people accused of domestic assault in Travis County.  Protecting my clients from a system that treats all defendants like common criminals is my foremost concern.. A more complete profile is available at .

As a board-certified specialist in criminal law, Kelly Gier will use her more than 12 years of legal experience to help you navigate the criminal justice system. She became interested in criminal law during an investigative journalism class in college. The class gave her the chance to help investigate a death penalty case of a wrongfully convicted man. Ms. Gier traveled across the city of Chicago and the state of Illinois to track down witnesses who corroborated the man’s innocence. Years later, with the assistance of Northwestern Law students, this man was exonerated.. The experience inspired Ms. Gier to apply for law school at the University of Texas in Austin. In her studies, she focused on criminal law and interned at the Texas Defender Service. Here, she investigated other death penalty cases and looked for information that would support clemency petitions and habeas corpus writs. Ms. Gier also worked with the University of Texas capital punishment clinic for more than a year investigating another case of a man on death row.. In addition, Ms. Gier worked with the University of Texas juvenile justice clinic. During her time in juvenile court, she represented clients and handled their pleas and dispositions. She also prepared cases for trial.. From 2007 to 2010, Ms. Gier worked at the Travis County Attorney’s Office, and from 2010 to 2016, she worked at the Travis County District Attorney’s Office. During her time as a prosecutor, Ms. Gier tried dozens of cases in front of both judges and juries. As a misdemeanor prosecutor, she handled primarily assault family violence and DWI cases. As a felony prosecutor, she handled offenses ranging from aggravated sexual assault, aggravated robbery, and intoxication manslaughter to burglaries, thefts, and drug cases. Ms. Gier also conducted numerous bond hearings, probation revocation hearings, and suppression hearings.. In the juvenile division of the DA’s office, Ms. Gier conducted multiple certification hearings and disposition hearings for determinate sentence cases. In addition, she handled transfer and sex offender registration hearings.. Ms. Gier wrapped up her time at the District Attorney’s Office in the Public Integrity Division where she investigated and indicted cases of corruption and complex financial crimes.. In 2017, Ms. Gier began working at the State Commission on Judicial Conduct where she investigated complaints of judicial misconduct and handled pre-suspension and appellate proceedings in those cases, including a hearing in the Texas Supreme Court.

John has been practicing law in Colorado since 1998.  He the founding member of Eckelberry Law Firm, LLC, established in 2006, in charge of the family law and bankruptcy practice areas for the firm.  During his almost 20 years of practice, John has helped hundreds of client's achieve personal and financial "fresh starts", while developing short and long term life plans.  In addition, John has had experience in many other areas of the law, including real estate, personal injury, employment, landlord/tenant, business, criminal, and contract law.

My goal is to provide aggressive, effective defense for my clients. Facing a criminal allegation can be a very stressful experience, and I work hard to achieve great results and communicate effectively with my clients.I help good people in bad situations. Let me help you. I am a phone call or text away at. You can also reach me via email at As always, all conversations are confidential.. Since graduating at the top of my law school class half a year early, I have focused on defending clients charged with criminal offenses throughout Western Washington.  I opened my office in Marysville, Washington with no clients, and quickly became one of the most successful attorneys in Snohomish County through hard work, strong legal analysis, and unusually good results.. Unlike some defense attorneys in this area, I have never been, nor sought to be, a prosecutor. My allegiance has always been to the defense of individuals who are being prosecuted by the government.  I will not go easy on the prosecution, or sell you out to make a quick deal with former colleagues. I will fight for you, and you alone.. I routinely go to conferences and seminars to keep abreast on the new trends and tactics being used throughout the country. My results, courtroom presence and dedication to my clients has resulted in prosecutors and judges referring people they care about to me for help.. When I am not working, my hobbies include fishing, boating, playing golf and spending time with my family.

A native North Carolinian from Lumberton, Ron Scott grew up as the son of a Pastor; observing his parents serve in the local community allowed him to experience first hand the indelible fulfillment the effect of serving can have effect on a person and the lives of many. It had a profound effect on why and how he practices law today. Subsequent to serving in the U.S. Navy he studied Theology and Law. Ron’s affinity for the law and desire to serve was the impetus for the opening of his practice in Southeastern North Carolina.. Ron’s determination to protect the rights of individuals, families- the citizenry in tandem with his philosophy, “that he is here to solve client’s problems,” has led to the proliferation of his practice throughout numerous Courts in counties across North Carolina.

Experienced Domestic Violence attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Domestic Violence attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Domestic Violence attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Known for her empathetic and non-judgmental listening skills, Caitlin Royse has a natural ability to connect with people undergoing divorce. She strives to help clients navigate the legal process with dignity and encourages them to be active participants in shaping the life they wish to live on the other side of the process.. "I want my clients to be the architects of their own futures and I will do everything in my power to support their goals and aspirations.”Caitlin is experienced in representing clients in times of crisis and is particularly passionate about domestic violence advocacy. She creates effective safety plans in high-risk situations and works to create a peaceful and stable future for her clients. She is also highly skilled in developing creative parenting plans for co-parents with strained relationships.. Although she is a strong advocate in litigation, Caitlin strives to resolve cases outside of court whenever possible. She takes firm but reasonable positions on behalf of her clients and her people skills make her an exceptional negotiator.. Originally from Oklahoma, Caitlin moved to the Pacific Northwest to attend the University of Washington School of Law as a visiting student with plans to stay. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, theater, and performing at local venues as a jazz singer.

I am a graduate of the University of Iowa with a BS in Biology/Science Education.  While I attended Iowa I served as a research and teaching assistant for the Education and Biology Departments.  After graduation I attended Memphis State University of Law.  I was a member of our National Mock Trail team, graduation speaker and President of my graduating class.  Since graduation I have practiced only as a criminal defense attoreny looking out for the rights of the individual accused.   I never was a former prosecutor who backed the lying police and bias system one day and then claimed that I  was looking out for the best interests of a person accused when I became a defense attorney the next day. I was Certified  in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization the first year I was eligble for such honor  (1997) and followed it up by receiving my Board Certification in Juvenile Law in 2006.  I am the only attorney officed in Tarrant County who is certifed in these two areas of law and  1 of  only12 attroneys, 90,000 total, Certified in Criminal and Juvenile Law in the State of Texas.

Experienced Domestic Violence attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Domestic Violence attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Angela Hallier, the Firm's Founding Partner, was admitted to the Arizona State Bar in 1990. She has been a Certified Family Law Specialist since 1996 and is serving her eighth year on the Family Law Advisory Commission of the State Bar of Arizona, a committee that oversees the certification process for family law specialists. Angela chaired the Commission from 2007-2010. Angela was a member of the Family Law Division of the Arizona State Bar Executive Council from 1999-2000. She has been named a 'Super Lawyer' by superlawyers.com for the seventh year in a row and is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest competency and ethical rating given. She is also a judge pro tempore of the Maricopa County Superior Court. Angela frequently speaks at legal education seminars and at public events. She authors a divorce education column that appears in the Arizona Business Journal and the Arizona Foothills Magazine.. Angie is also the author of The Wiser Divorce. In the book, she applies her years of knowledge and experience to offer positive strategies and smart, practical advice that lead you through the divorce process and to your next best life. Read more about the book at , or click here to buy The Wiser Divorce.. Other achievements include:. Admissions: Arizona State Bar, 1990; U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, 1991; U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, 1991.. Education: University of Nebraska, College of Law (J.D. with Distinction, 1990); University of Nebraska (B.A., 1987).. Member: American Bar Association; State Bar of Arizona; Maricopa County Bar Association; Arizona Women Lawyers Association; Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, Women Presidents' Organization (WPO).. E-mail:

Experienced Domestic Violence attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

TRUSTED.  SMART.  CREATIVE.  CARING.   Everyone at Grossman Law Offices strives to embody those words each and every time we work on behalf of a client.  With our practice limited strictly to family relations law, we know that our clients are going through an incredibly difficult, emotional and uncertain time.  Keeping that in mind each and every day helps us help our clients.  The legal process can be difficult, unfriendly and confusing at times.  A Grossman Law client will always have a partner, an advocate, a counselor, an advisor and a friend, helping them at each step of the process.

Utah divorce lawyer Russell Gray enjoys helping people solve their problems. That is why he practices family law. As heartbreaking as divorce can be, he knows he has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on his clients’ lives.. “I find it very rewarding to help a client accomplish something they didn’t think was possible,” Mr. Gray said.. Mr. Gray takes pride in his creativity. He understands that it sometimes takes some outside-the-box thinking, in order to find a solution to complicated family law matters.. Mr. Gray always warns his clients at the outset that divorce takes a lot of patience and perseverance. There might be some bumps in the road, but it is important to stay focused on the end goal.. “This is a really difficult process,” he said. “It can take a lot of time and a lot of work on my part. There are a lot of ups and downs. But, at the end, your life will be better.”

I've handled more than 5,000 DUI cases, 7,000 family-law cases, have mediated or arbitrated more than 2,800 domestic cases in Oakland County, and have been regularly selected to do so by judges and colleagues. I am also highly experienced in sophisticated business, property and financial issues.. I have led the judicial election campaigns of scores of Oakland County judges (more than 200), further enriching my belief in the proper administration of justice, and am a former member of the State committee that recommends judicial salaries.. I am a career-long member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and the Family Law Section of the Oakland County Bar Association. I am former member of the Board of Directors of HAVEN, and has a long-time involvement with the Child Abuse and Neglect Council.

My legal expertise focusses mostly on Domestic Violence, Assault, No-Contact Orders and DUI defense, stressing negotiation in many cases to obtain discreet outcomes, avoiding trial when in my clients' best interests.  My clients are my top priority.  I am accessible to them and work tirelessly, late hours and weekends too when needed, to fight for their rights and protect them.  In the courtroom, when you are charged with a crime, when I am your criminal defense lawyer I am your best and often your only friend.. In the DUI/criminal defense arena, I at effectively presenting to the prosecutors and the courts the flaws in the police work and reports and the client’s compelling circumstances.  I have absolutely helped my clients avoid a lot of jail time from my various aggressive, tactful and creative approaches, some of which I pioneered.  I am experienced in creating unique and time-proven approaches to criminal defense matters. That is why I have a record of success as a criminal defense litigator and have helped so many people save their jobs, their reputations, their driver’s licenses, etc.  I have been helping people save their driver’s licenses and protecting their freedom for over three decades.  I have been told many times that I saved clients from very tough legal dilemmas, huge prison terms, and did “a stunning job” representing and defending them. I continuously research the latest cases, legal treatises, scientific literature, and articles about drunk driving defense, criminal defense and family law, allowing me to be on the cutting edge always. I take a holistic approach to every client, as each person and their case and history is different and unique, and as every client has different legal goals.  I know how to read and scrutinize a police report to find all the issues of improper, dishonest and weak police work seeing all the ‘angles’ to bolster your defense.  I know how the system works and how to best present you and your case in court and to the prosecutor. I have been practicing law in the King and Snohomish County area since 1986, with over 30 years of experience in criminal, DV and DUI defense.  I am a member in complete good standing with the Washington State Bar Association and belong to several professional associations.  I have also been a member of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers the American Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Lake Forest College (1972), where I majored in Chemistry and International Relations, was consistently on the Dean’s List and was nominated Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society (the only honor society for college and university students of government in the United States).. I received my law degree (J.D., Juris Doctor) from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago in 1982, graduating “with distinction,” in the top 11% of my graduating class, winning a moot court competition, and was elected by the law school faculty to the esteemed “Order of John Marshall,” an honorary law student scholastic society.  I passed both the Illinois and Washington State Bar exams the first time I took them.  Getting your case dismissed, always my initial goal with every single case, is always my highest priority.  I have gotten innumerable charges and cases dismissed.  Whether you’re facing a DUI, an Assault or DV charge, a felony or a misdemeanor, I know what a tough time this is for you and I'd like to meet with you so we can go over your case.

Experienced Domestic Violence attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.