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I became Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) in 2006. TBLS states Board Certified attorneys in the area of Personal Injury Trial Law are experts in representing clients in litigation based on an individual's injury from automobile accidents, professional malpractice, defective products or negligence by another. Since receiving my license in 1993, I have represented clients throughout the State of Texas as well as clients in other states. I have assisted people injured in 18 wheeler, bus, and car crashes; boating and ATV incidents; accidental shootings; day care neglect incidents; premises defects incidents; product defects incidents; and general negligence incidents.

Born in Waco and raised in Colleyville, before started working as a young paralegal with his father and grandfather.. John graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1992 from Baylor University, with a major in English and a minor in Rhetoric & Argumentation before attending Texas Tech University School of Law, where he graduated in 1995 with a Juris Doctor degree.. John was later admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1995. During his time as an attorney, he has had extensive trial experience in personal injury law.

I was born in Washington, D.C., and spent the first 10 years of my life on the east coast before moving to Texas in 1990. We settled in League City, Texas, where I went to elementary through high school before attending the University of Texas at Austin. In 2002, I finished my undergraduate education at Baylor University, where I obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations. In 2006, I obtained my J.D. from the University of Tulsa and was admitted to the Texas Bar in 2007.. My loving and beautiful wife, Jill, is a talented physical therapist. We moved to Austin for the rich history, scenic views, and beautiful weather and enjoy how active and alive the city is. We spend our free time running around Town Lake, checking out the local music and arts scene, and enjoying the local parks and lakes. Golf, barbeques, and watching football are my favorite pastimes.. Being able to represent individuals who have suffered an injury or other loss as a result of the irresponsibility of another was my motivation for going to law school. I love what I do and take pride in the fact that my education and efforts are used for the betterment of our society, for the protection of our laws, and for maintaining the integrity of our civility.

I have been licensed in Texas since 2009. I gained experience in several areas of civil litigation, including personal injury, products liability, contrast disputes, real estate, construction and oil & gas.. Since joining Shaw Cowart in 2012, I have been admitted to appear in all Federal Districts in Texas. My practice is currently focused on representing both individual plaintiffs and corporate defendants in personal injury and products liability claims in state and federal courts across the country.. I am a member of the Texas State Bar Association and the Austin Young Lawyers Association and live in Austin with my wife, Rachel and our son.

I was born in Houston and grew up in Hallettsville, TX. For several years I lived in Estevayer-le-Lac, Switzerland where I attended L’Institut du Sacré Coeur. I achieved fluency in French and studied international commerce and law. I returned to America and enrolled at Texas A&M University where I got a BS in Agribusiness. I spent the next two years working in the banking industry, and then enrolled in Baylor Law School. While at Baylor Law, I did an internship with the law firm of Cabinet du Kap-Herr in Paris, France. I also served as the law clerk for the 54th district court in McLennan County, TX. I graduated from Baylor Law in 2009. I went to work in Beaumont TX For the Ferguson firm where I practiced Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Law. While at the Ferguson Firm, I tried several cases and obtained many favorable results including $825’000 settlement in an on the job closed head injury, $350’ verdict in a slip and fall case, and a $500’ settlement in a carbon monoxide exposure case. I then returned to Waco and joined Giles & Giles in 2011 where I practice Personal Injury, Criminal, and Family Law. I am married to Sabrina Braus and we have one Daughter named Madlenne and a son Named Dos. I consider myself a sports fan, and I enjoy all sports, but there is a special place in my heart for College and Professional Football. I am also a very poor golfer. I am passionate about being a lawyer, and I especially love being in the courtroom. I am licensed to practice Law in Texas state court as well as in the Eastern, Southern, and Western Districts of Texas. I am a member of The State Bar of Texas, Texas Young Lawyers Association, Delta Theta Phi Legal Fraternity, McLennan County Bar Association, TTLA, and The Aggie Bar Association.

Oscar Wilde said imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Ryan comes from a family of attorneys and judges who are all honorable, competent and focused on serving others. They embody the true calling of being an attorney. Ryan knew very early on that he wanted to be just like them. After attending law school at Baylor University and becoming an attorney, Ryan now understands the satisfaction they must have felt when a client’s life had been improved because of the service they provided. When Ryan isn’t busy at the office, he likes to spend his time with his wife and four children. He also enjoys reading, serving his community and playing golf.

I was born into a thinking, working class family. My father, a great trial lawyer, is the smartest man I have ever known. My grandfather was the kindest man to ever walk the planet. He is a 30YR General Motors Union Man who never called in sick a day in his life. I thank them bought for teaching me to understand hard work.. I attended University of Texas and graduated Cum Laude in 2000. I stayed at the university and received a masters in early American studies. I went on to SMU law school and have been practicing since 2004. In my career I am proudest of three things. First, that while always practicing in family and criminal law I have never had a single bar complaint of any kind. I attribute this to always being available to clients and prepared at all times. Second, I went three years from 2010-2013 without a single adverse decision in a family law matter. That included two male custody jury trials and over twenty (20) live hearings on custody or support. Finally, while practicing on over fifty (50) courts and twenty (20) counties I have never been sanctioned or contempted on a single issue. I believe respect for courts and their personnel adds directly to my ability to help clients. In my entire career I have never been one minute late for any court appearance. Because of hard work and trial experience I am always able to help the people of central Texas. Being an honest lawyer matters.. My grandmother taught me to read early and I will forever be grateful to her for my love of language and words. To this day, I am a heavy reader and enjoy history and politics. While I love a good book and playing online games on my xbox1, I find it hard to stay indoors. I am an avid bass fisherman and a part time drag racer, many times winning Angler of the Year and qualifying number 1 in a true 10.5 drag race. I think life experience creates a sepcial ability to help others in real life situations.. Of all my accomplishments, the one of which I'm proudest happened in 2005 when Alicia Fanning became my wife. She is my best friend and a source of strength and inspiration.

Chris Harris earned his B.A. at Stephen F. Austin State University in 1993 and his Juris Doctor at Baylor University Law School in 1997. He has been practicing law for over two decades and provides legal representation in criminal defense, commercial litigation, family law, estate planning and probate, personal injury, and wrongful death. He is also a Certified Texas Mediator offering mediation services to help clients settle contested issues outside of court. His goal is to help clients understand the legal process and to alleviate their concerns and stress. This is accomplished through ongoing communication so that he and his clients can work together towards the best possible outcome.

J.D. Ressetar is a 1996 graduate of Texas Christian University and a 2009 graduate of Baylor University School of Law.  He has broad experience representing individuals in litigation and arbitration matters.  J.D. has successfully prosecuted hundreds of claims involving serious personal injury, wrongful death and product liability.  J.D. is a member of the McLennan County and American Bar Associations and the State Bar of Texas.  He joined the firm in 2009 and was named a partner in 2014.  Prior to law school, J.D. worked as an investment analyst in New York City, where he earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (“CFA”) designation.  Due to working in the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, he moved from New York City to Denver to join an insurance consulting firm.  Mr. Ressetar and his wife, Chelsa, married in 2004 and have three daughters.