Texas Lawyers - Waco

Firm: Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee

900 Washington Avenue, 7th Floor , Waco , Texas 76701

Practice Areas: Business Organizations, Contracts, Estate Planning, Landlord & Tenant, Probate

Jeffrey Armstrong has a broad practice that includes business organizations, business litigation, probate litigation, and family law. As both a certified public accountant and an attorney, he is uniquely qualified to advise his clients on both transactions as well as litigation. Mr. Armstrong’s clients include municipalities and local governments, physician practices, local and statewide businesses, and various individuals. His practice is usually evenly split between probate/probate litigation, family law, and business law. Mr. Armstrong is able to counsel his clients on the vast majority of issues they face, whether it involves appearing at the courthouse, negotiating a beneficial contract or settlement, or on the legal and tax consequences of potential business decisions.. Prior to beginning his law career, Mr. Armstrong was employed as a certified public accountant by Pricewaterhouse Coopers, LLP. Mr. Armstrong has served as an adjunct professor at Baylor University School of Law at different times. Mr. Armstrong became a partner with Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC in 2009.

Firm: Law Office of J.R. Vicha

304 N 6th St , Waco , Texas 76701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Born in Waco, TX, J.R. Vicha is a graduate of Axtell High School. In 2000, he graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, graduating with a class rank of first out of 757. Following college, he worked as a McLennan County Probation Officer from 2001-2002. In 2004, he graduated from Baylor Law School. While at Baylor Law, he was invited to join the Baylor Law Review, an honor extended only to those who are in the top 15% of their law school class. He served the Baylor Law Review as an Executive Editor. Following graduation from law school, he worked as a staff attorney at the Brazos River Authority from 2004-2006. While at the BRA, he practiced law in many areas including, water rights, real estate, oil and gas, municipal and contract law. In 2006, he was hired by then District Attorney John Segrest and immediately began handling both misdemeanor and felony cases. When current District Attorney Abel Reyna took office in 2011, J.R. was promoted to Chief Felony Prosecutor in Waco’s 19th District Court, where he served until his departure from the district attorney’s office in 2014.

Firm: Blanchard and Thomas

205 M-B Industrial Dr. Woodway, Texas 76712 , Waco , Texas 76712

Practice Areas: Family

Kristin Kaye is a Senior Attorney with Blanchard & Thomas, LLP. She has over ten years of experience litigating primarily Family Law and CPS matters. Throughout her legal career, she has tried over fifty jury trials, ranging from simple traffic violations to complex capital murder cases. She continually proves herself more than capable of handling every aspect of a case from consult, to negotiation, to jury argument.. One of the most-treasured compliments Kristin has received is, “you're the first person who ever made me feel like they cared about my case.” This is a truth Kristin strives to impart on all clients she represents at B&T. She will work hard to earn the right to be your attorney indefinitely, not just for your current legal issue. She is zealous, fierce, and passionate advocate in and out of the courtroom. She can be trusted not to back down from any fight unless it is in your best interest and at your request.. Before joining the team at B&T, Kristin served as an Assistant District Attorney in McLennan (Waco), Harrison and Anderson Counties. In those positions, she initially handled a variety of criminal cases from misdemeanor traffic tickets to felony capital murders. She later represented the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (also known as CPS) before ultimately becoming a felony level prosecutor assigned to the Crimes Against Children Division. Through those experiences, Kristin became particularly adept at both storytelling and public speaking. She often moved jurors to tears in her closing arguments due to her ability to convey her passion for protecting children and the jury’s ability to make positive change through their verdict. She also developed a knack for speaking with children on their level and helping them express their hardships in a public forum. She has perfected the art of being welcoming and gentle with children while remaining direct and calculated with adult witnesses, attorneys, and Judges.. Kristin holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary's University School of Law (2011) where she was a member of the Mock Trial Team and National Black Law Students Association Mock Trial Team. Her team made it to the national level competition in Boston, Massachusetts. Additionally, Kristin participated in the St. Mary's University School of Law Clinic where she helped represent low income clients in family cases and other civil law matters. Kristin earned her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2006.. Kristin is a native Texan, born and raised in San Antonio. She is currently a member of the McLennan County Defense Lawyers Association, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the State Bar of Texas Family Law Section. In her free time, Kristin enjoys yoga, journaling, horror movies, gardening, listening to true-crime podcasts, and spending time with her two young children. If asked, her family would say her specialty in the kitchen is fried chicken wings, and enchiladas with a tomatillo-based sauce.

Firm: Kristen Parker Law

510 N Valley Mills Dr Ste 406 , Waco , Texas 76710

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I graduated from Vanderbilt University (B.A.) and Baylor Law School. I'm a former prosecutor and love being in the courtroom. This job is a good fit for me because I believe we have a duty to take care of each other and the world we live in.. Being arrested or charged with a crime is a stressful time, especially if it is your first experience with the criminal justice system. Each client has his or her own concerns and priorities. We will work to find a solution that best meets the needs of your case— whether that means challenging the legal grounds for your charge, resolving the case quickly with as light a punishment as possible, or presenting the evidence in a trial. You have the right to a fair trial where prosecutors must prove all elements of every charge, beyond a reasonable doubt.. I know that good people can make mistakes and false accusations are often made. There is a lot at stake and you deserve to be treated with dignity and care. I understand that a criminal record will follow you as you make your way in life--it’s necessary to keep that record as clean as possible in order to have all doors open in the future.. I'll advocate for you at pre-trial. If a resolution can’t be reached, we will leave no stone unturned in preparing the best defense. When I’m working as your lawyer, you will be more than a case file or number in the system. I will patiently answer your questions and return your calls.

Firm: Greater Waco Legal Services

Po Box 689 , Waco , Texas 76703

Practice Areas: Real Estate

Firm: Baylor Law School

1114 S University Parks Dr , Waco , Texas 76706

Practice Areas: Government

Firm: Baylor Law School

1 Bear Pl Unit 97288 , Waco , Texas 76798

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Extraco Banks N.A.

Po Box 7813 , Waco , Texas 76714

Practice Areas: Probate

Firm: Callahan and King

100 N. 6th St. , Waco , Texas 76701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: McLeod & McLeod LLP

801 Washington Ave Ste 500 , Waco , Texas 76701

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Family , Personal Injury

3501 W Waco Dr , Waco , Texas 76710

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

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.

Firm: The Zimmerman Law Firm P.C.

3501 West Waco Drive , Waco , Texas 76710

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

John B. LeJeune joined The Zimmerman Law Firm in 2002. He became a partner in the firm in January, 2006.. John earned his undergraduate degree at Ripon College in Ripon, Wisconsin in 1990. He studied History and Political Science and participated in ROTC, theatre, and the Debate/Forensics team. John earned his Juris Doctor from Baylor University School of Law in 2002. There, he was a member of the Order of Barristers, appeared on the Dean’s List, and was awarded the Matt Dawson Advocacy Award.. Prior to joining the bar, John served in the US Army as an enlisted infantryman and later as a Cavalry officer. He was medically retired in 1999. John is a lifetime member of the Third US Cavalry Association and the Disabled American Veterans of America. John is also a member of the American Legion (Waco Post #121) and rides his motorcycle with the American Legion Riders and Patriot Guard. He also volunteers time for Shriners Children's Hospitals and the Baylor Law School Veterans Legal Clinic.. John is a member of the McLennan County and American Bar Associations and a member of the Texas Pro Bono College. He is licensed to practice law in Texas state and Federal courts.

Firm: Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee

900 Washington Avenue, 7th Floor , Waco , Texas 76701

Practice Areas: Corporate , Discrimination, Employment & Labor , Insurance , Wrongful Termination, Employment & Labor

Firm: Fugate Law Office

7215 Bosque Blvd Ste 120 , Waco , Texas 76710

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Consumer Protection, Debt Collection

Firm: John Donahue

1701 Austin Avenue , Waco , Texas 76701

Practice Areas: Federal Crime

Firm: Carpenter & Croft

5400 Bosque Blvd Ste 210 , Waco , Texas 76710

Practice Areas: Business

Firm: Atkins Wright, PLLC

901 S. Valley Mills Dr. , Waco , Texas 76711

Practice Areas: Consumer Protection, Corporate , Environmental , Estate Planning, General Practice, Personal Injury, Probate

Firm: Freud Law P.C.

100 N 6th St , Waco , Texas 76701

Practice Areas: Violent Crime

Firm: Naman, Howell, Smith and Lee, L.L.P.

PO Box 1470 , Waco , Texas 76703

Practice Areas: Civil ,Class Actions,Employment & Labor ,Environmental ,Products Liability,Toxic Substances

Firm: Brown Trial Firm

7901 Fish Pond Road , Waco , Texas 76710

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Birth Injury, Trucking Accident, Wrongful Death

I am a third generation trial attorney. Both my dad and grandfather were trial attorneys.  I went to Baylor University and was a premedical student.  I graduated with a degree in biology, but since the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree, I went to law school.. I have represented people who have been injured in serious trucking and automobile accidents, babies who have been injured as a result of medical errors at birth, and people who have been injured as a result of medical malpractice and other types of serious accidents.. I am an adjunct professor at Baylor Law School teaching Personal Injury Trial Law.  I have given talks across the country to labor and delivery nurses about the types of medical mistakes that I have seen in my birth injury cases to help educate these nurses on steps that they can take to prevent injuries to babies in the future.