Family Law
Odds are that if an individual has firsthand experience with the legal system, it is usually the result of a family law related issue. Somewhere in the neighborhood of 50% of marriages end in divorce, and most divorces involve contested issues, such as custody determinations, child support, and property divisions. Many divorces are finalized through agreed resolutions, but if the parties cannot come to agreement, mediation and/or a trial may be necessary.
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Custody
- Child Support
- Adoption
- Property Division
- Name Changes
Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense involves representing clients in cases that are initiated by the State of Texas for alleged violations of criminal laws. The lowest level of criminal offenses in Texas is a Class C misdemeanor. Next is a Class B misdemeanor, Class A misdemeanor, State Jail felony, 3rd Degree felony, 2nd Degree felony, 1st Degree felony, and the most serious offense is a Capital felony.
- Drug Cases
- DWI & DUI
- Assault
- Weapon Offenses
- Occupational Licenses
- Probation Revocation
- Felonies
- Misdemeanors
- Juvenile Delinquency
Civil Litigation
Civil Litigation is the broadest of legal categories; consequently, it is simply impossible to list every type of case that falls under this heading. However, some of the more common types of cases include: vehicle related accidents, contract disputes, and real estate related issues (including landlord/tenant disputes). Civil litigation often involves the filing of a lawsuit; however, cases can be resolved by pre-trial negotiations. The remedy sought in civil litigation is usually limited to monetary compensation for the wrongful act of the other party. However, civil litigation can also involve cases where the remedy sought is a judge’s order requiring a party to take or refrain from taking some action.
- Lawsuits (Plaintiff & Defense)
- Personal Injury
- Consumer Protection (DTPA)
- Real Estate
- Construction Defects
- Premises Liability
Business Law
Business Law, like civil litigation, is a broad area of law that often overlaps civil litigation. In general, business law comprises legal services provided to businesses. More specifically, this area of law:
- Entity formation
- State Filings
- Contract review/drafting
- Employee Relations
- Debtor/Creditor
- Regulatory Compliance
Probate/Wills/Estate Planning
Most people associate estate planning with will preparation. And while a will is certainly an important component of an estate plan, a will is just one part of a complete estate plan. A well crafted estate plan may include not only wills, but power of attorneys, medical directives, and trusts. People who fail to create an estate plan automatically take the default estate plan created by the State. This default estate plan is designed to accommodate the needs of the many; consequently, an individual is usually better served by tailoring an estate plan to best suit his or her needs, rather than taking a default plan.
- Wills
- Trusts
- Probate
- Guardianship