Jason D Bath

Jason D. Bath | Commercial & General Insurance Litigation

Jason Bath is a trial lawyer. His devotion to creative legal solutions attracts a client base which includes Fortune 500 corporations, small family companies and high net worth  individuals. Bath’s practice is devoted to matters involving commercial, energy, banking, trucking and general insurance litigation. With a proven  track record, he is often called upon to appear for clients in high stakes litigation matters.

Bath has a reputation for aggressively and efficiently defending cases in state and federal courts, both locally and nationwide. No matter the complexity, he approaches all cases from the client’s perspective. In addition to keen courtroom skills, Bath utilizes his  expertise to reach settlements and avoid litigation costs for his clients. “The  best results can be obtained by taking a progressive approach to  the tried-and-true practices of the past, creating harmony where tradition meets innovation,” says Bath. His philosophy is to build long-term relationships by providing high-caliber legal representation in a cost-effective, client-responsive manner.

Bath graduated from Texas A&M University in 1996 with a degree in Economics and received his law degree from South Texas College of Law in 2000. He is a member of the State  Bar of Texas, Federal Bar Association, Texas Young Lawyers Association, Houston Bar Association, Houston Young Lawyers Association and the Trucking Industry Defense Association.

JASON D. BATH
BUSH & RAMIREZ,  LLC
Commercial  & General Insurance Litigation
24 Greenway Plaza, Ste. 1700
Houston,  TX 77046
713-626-1555
www.bushramirez.com

James Carlos Canady

Gauthier, Houghtaling & Williams, LLP, Civil Litigation

Carlos Canady concentrates his practice on civil litigation, with a specific emphasis on catastrophic personal injuries, 18 wheeler accidents, plant explosions, product liability claims and bad faith hurricane insurance claims. He has been particularly busy lately handling several hundred property claims stemming from Hurricane Ike. Canady earned his Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law and his Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Houston. Prior to law school, he served in the United States Marine Corps as an infantry rifleman in Panama City, Panama.

 

 

 

 

 

2323 S Shepherd Dr., Ste. 1002
Houston, TX 77019
713-343-1614
www.ghwlegal.com

Patrick C. McGinnis

Gauthier, Houghtaling & Williams, LLP, Civil Litigation

Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Patrick McGinnis has litigated personal injury, product liability, and various commercial cases since 1993.  Following Hurricanes Rita and Ike, McGinnis has recovered millions for residential and commercial property owners against the largest insurance companies. McGinnis is now sought by commercial property owners in various states to handle large wind and hail claims. These experiences make McGinnis well-suited to handle all types of litigation.

 

 

 

 

 

2323 S Shepherd Dr., Ste. 1002
Houston, TX 77019
713-343-1614
www.ghwlegal.com

Edward F. Downing III

Gauthier, Houghtaling & Williams, LLP, Civil Litigation

Edward F. Downing, III is a nationally known expert in product litigation where his work has led to redesigns of products to prevent serious burn injuries to children, including the redesign of gas fired water heaters and recall of mini bikes. Mr. Downing has also litigated commercial and residential insurance claims on behalf of property owners who have suffered losses due to natural disasters. He has obtained numerous jury verdicts netting his clients amounts exceeding $1 million. His almost 30 years experience in litigation qualifies him to handle a broad array of litigation needs.

 

 

 

 

 

2323 S Shepherd Dr., Ste. 1002
Houston, TX 77019
713-343-1614
www.ghwlegal.com

Brian Lopez

Engvall & Lopez, LLP, Litigation

Engvall & Lopez, LLP, is a small, results driven firm that prides itself in the detail and attention it devotes to each individual case. The firm has successfully resolved, by trial and settlement, cases ranging from severe, personal injury cases to large construction and insurance coverage disputes. The firm has selected the best and the brightest personnel at every level, in order to provide quality work product and to render the best results for clients. Confidence, writing skills, personal skills and judgment are emphasized as the standard at the firm. Mr. Lopez’s practice concentrates within the construction litigation realm, as well as employment and personal injury cases.

 

 

 

 

1900 St. James Place, Ste. 210
Houston, TX 77056
713-787-6700
www.ellawyers.com

John Engvall

Engvall & Lopez, LLP, Litigation

Engvall & Lopez, LLP, is a small, results driven firm that prides itself in the detail and attention it devotes to each individual case. The firm has successfully resolved, by trial and settlement, cases ranging from severe, personal injury cases to large construction and insurance coverage disputes. The firm has selected the best and the brightest personnel at every level, in order to provide quality work product and to render the best results for clients. Confidence, writing skills, personal skills and judgment are emphasized as the standard at the firm. Mr. Engvall’s practice is a mix of severe personal injury, large property
damage, and construction cases.

 

 

 

 

1900 St. James Place, Ste. 210
Houston, TX 77056
713-787-6700
www.ellawyers.com

Sipra Boyd

Daughtry & Jordan, PC, Real Estate

Sipra S. Boyd is an associate with Daughtry & Jordan, P. C. Her firm represents over 250 property owners’ associations in various counties throughout Texas. She is dedicated to representing and fostering responsible property owners’ associations. Sipra is admitted to practice in the U. S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and is a member of the Houston Young Lawyers Association, the Houston Bar Association, and the Galveston Bar Association. In 1997, Sipra graduated from Southwestern University with a B.A. in Political Science and received her J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2000.  Sipra lives in Houston with her husband, Scott and their daughter, Samantha.

 

 

 

 

17044 El Camino Real
Houston, TX 77058
281-480-6888
www.daughtryjordan.com

J.L. Carpenter

Law Offices of J.L Carpenter, Criminal Defense

J.L. Carpenter is a determined and dedicated criminal defense attorney who protects the rights and freedom of people accused of criminal offenses. Having first practiced as a prosecutor, J.L. Carpenter has worked both sides of the aisle, prosecuting and defending people facing criminal charges. In addition to gaining trial experience as a prosecutor, Attorney Carpenter has trained under highly skilled defense lawyers, including the Honorable Craig A. Washington and well-respected attorney Chip B. Lewis. Outside of the courtroom, Ms. Carpenter volunteers for organizations and programs that concentrate on recovery and rehabilitation as an alternative to jail sentences.

 

 

 

 

12645 Memorial Drive, #F1, Ste. 169
Houston, TX 77024
713-201-6767
www.houstoncrimdefense.com

Will Adams

Adams Law Firm, Personal Injury

Will Adams is Double Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and Civil Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.  He is a life member of the prestigious Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and a Director of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. Will helps injured people and their families pursue personal injury and wrongful death claims arising out of automobile, bus and 18-wheeler crashes, and harms caused by construction, plant, and oil field companies. 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Ste. H205
Katy, TX 77494
281-391-9237
www.adamslawfirm.com

Hagan Noll & Boyle

Hagan, Noll & Boyle, Commercial Litigation

Chad Hagan, David Noll and Joseph Boyle have represented Fortune 250 and other companies in commercial litigation matters for over ten years. They lead a successful law firm handling nationwide cases from California to New York and Texas to Canada and were recently recognized by Super Lawyers® as Rising Stars for securing hundreds of millions of dollars in intellectual property judgments. Representing CEOs and vice-presidents in executive employment lawsuits, and championing claims for stockholders in shareholder oppression and corporate squeeze-outs are also important areas of their practice. They are honored to be named “Top Lawyers” by H Texas magazine.

820 Gessner, Ste. 940
Houston, TX 77024
713-343-0478
www.hnbllc.com

Joe Ray Rodriguez

Joe Ray Rodriguez, Criminal Defense

When the outcome of your criminal case could affect the rest of your life, finding a lawyer who is proven and respected should be your highest priority.  Attorney Joe Ray Rodriguez has dedicated his career to defending the rights of those accused of committing a criminal offense.

With an established courtroom record, Mr. Rodriguez has attributed his success to an uncanny ability to connect with jurors.  Attorney Joe Ray Rodriguez has earned a reputation for taking the time to investigate all aspects of cases to ensure optimal outcomes for his clients.  While Mr. Rodriguez has gained notoriety for his clever and easy to remember telephone number- 713-Wasn’t-Me, his client base continues to grow because of his dedication to his clients and his willingness to try tough cases.

Call for an appointment today!

 

3000 Weslayan St., Ste. 365
Houston, TX 77027
713-927-6863
713-522-3232
www.713WasntMe.com

Heather Peterson

Heather Peterson, Criminal Defense, White Collar

Heather Peterson earns success through the energy, creativity and tireless attention to detail she devotes to each client. Whether a complex corporate investigation or a white collar jury trial in federal or state court, Heather has learned during her twelve years of practice that there is no substitute for hard work and total commitment to the client. Because of her thorough preparation and analytical skills, Heather is confident she knows more about the details of each case than anyone else in the courtroom. Heather has experience in a broad array of white collar and corporate investigations including government contracting, energy trading, political corruption, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, wire fraud and conspiracy. Heather has been essential to the success of Foreman DeGeurin & Nugent since joining the firm in1999.  Alongside accomplished trial attorneys Mike DeGeurin and Paul Nugent, she has won “not guilty” verdicts in a wide range of cases in state and federal courts. Heather has been recognized as a Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2008, an honor earned by only the top young lawyers in Texas.

Nugent & Peterson
914 Preston, 8th Floor
Houston, Texas 77002
713-227-4000
Info@nugentpeterson.com

*Not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Dagnee “Dee” McKinney

Personal Injury, Criminal Defense & Family Law

Prosecutors, insurance companies, and opposing counsel have all served to place Dagnee “Dee” McKinney up against some tough opponents over the past 13 years. Experience working at two large, Houston law firms provided the background she needed to open her own practice. She now focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Success breeds attention, like being featured in “Who’s Who in Black Houston” and being one of H Texas’ “Lawyers for the People” four years in a row.  Dee says she puts her clients first, making a promise to do her “very best”, which is no small matter.

When Dee was an undergrad, she pursued Legal Studies from the University of St. Thomas where she also earned a Master’s degree in Education. Her law degree comes from South Texas College of Law, 1998, where she also earned the Corpus Juris Secundum award for excellence in Torts. She is past and present member of many trial lawyer associations including the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Texas, Houston and American Bar Associations. She is also a past President of the Fort Bend County Young Lawyers Association.

Dee has represented some of Houston’s newsworthy on sensitive matters, and it’s her “diplomacy”, she says, that has brought praise from judges for not turning her cases into media spectacles.

6001 Savoy Drive, Suite 208
Houston, TX 77036
(832) 242-7000
www.settleorsue.com

Jerry Redmond

Jerry Redmond, Labor & Employment

Not all lawyers are the same. When it comes to ensuring your business is in compliance with all relevant labor, employment and immigration laws, it is essential that you have an attorney that specializes in these areas and has a proven track record of successfully defending all employment related matters.  For more than a decade, Jerry Redmond, Jr., a partner with the law firm of Conner & Winters, LLP, has successfully defended businesses in labor and employment matters, provided guidance on litigation avoidance and assisted individuals and corporations with their immigration needs.

Through careful examination of the facts specific to each matter, Redmond has successfully defended a number of large cases for corporate clients and assisted both corporations and individuals in obtaining a variety of visas and U.S. residency. “Not only does it give me great satisfaction when I help an individual secure authorized status in the U.S., but also when I assist companies with litigation avoidance or vigorously defend their interests in actions filed by union and non-union employees.” This expertise is why Redmond has been called upon to share his knowledge and experience with the public by serving as a panelist on the Texas Lawyer’s Labor and Employment and Immigration Roundtables.

440 Louisiana, Suite 1150
Houston, TX 77002
713-495-2422 (main)
713-398-3131 (cell)
www.cwlaw.com

Painter Law Firm PLLC

Painter Law Firm PLLC | Brain Injuries, Serious Medical Malpractice

Painter Law Firm fights for people suffering from devastating brain damage or a serious injury caused by medical malpractice.

Texas law makes it hard for medical malpractice victims to find justice in court.  That’s why it’s  important to choose a law firm with experience handling medical malpractice cases.

Attorney Robert Painter attended medical school, with a full U.S. Army scholarship.  In his second year, he switched his career into health law.  He served as an Army hospital administrator for two years before starting law school.  Robert practiced law for six years at a mega-firm, where he defended doctors and hospitals.

Since founding Painter Law Firm in 2006, Robert only represents victims of medical malpractice.  He said, “I know what hospitals, doctors and big companies do to fight off people with legitimate cases. At Painter Law Firm, we use that know-how to combat for our clients every day.”

Attorney Taunya Painter joined the practice in 2008, after a distinguished career as director of international trade at the headquarters Wal-Mart Stores, and previously as legislative counsel in the U.S. Senate. Taunya uses her corporate insights to pursue justice for the firm’s medical malpractice clients, and also handles a variety of business matters.

Painter Law Firm PLLC
12750 Champion Forest Dr.
Houston, TX 77066
Tel. 281-580-8800
Fax 281-580-8802
www.painterfirm.com

Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend

Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend

For over 60 years, the law firm of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend has helped victims who have suffered catastrophic injuries, lost loved ones to wrongful death, or have been economically harmed in business disputes. The law firm’s core values focus on each lawyer’s dedication to every client’s quest for justice, as well as the protection and enforcement of their legal rights.

Abraham Watkins has earned the respect and trust of clients, lawyers and judges throughout the state because of its emphasis on preparation, innovation, legal knowledge, legal expertise and courtroom advocacy. The firm is a true trial law firm, led by senior partner Nick Nichols and board certified partners Randall Sorrels*, Benny Agosto, Jr.*, and Daniel D. Horowitz, III*. The attorneys specialize in handling industrial injuries, big rig crashes, product liability claims, aviation disasters, maritime mishaps, and automobile wrecks for plaintiffs.

Nick Nichols has been named among the Best Lawyers in America for the past 22 years. For the last four years, Texas Monthly Super Lawyers® has selected Randall Sorrels as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Texas. Benny Agosto, Jr. is President-Elect for the Hispanic National Bar Association and Daniel D. Horowitz, III is currently a director of the State Bar of Texas.

Working with lawyers and clients throughout the state and nation, Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend offers free legal consultation on new matters and handles most cases on a contingency fee basis.

*Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

ABRAHAM, WATKINS, NICHOLS, SORRELS, AGOSTO & FRIEND
800 Commerce Street
Houston, TX 77002
713-222-7211
www.abrahamwatkins.com

Hagans Burdine Montgomery & Rustay

Hagans Burdine Montgomery & Rustay

Rigorous Preparation. Sound Analysis. Creative Strategy. Exceptional Client Service.

Practicing these principles, Hagans Burdine Montgomery & Rustay earns the respect of adversaries and the trust of clients.  The firm is known as an essential resource for high stakes litigation and arbitration with successful results in virtually every aspect of business litigation and energy disputes. Additionally, the firm handles insurance coverage and bad faith matters, catastrophic injury and product failure cases and trial work in a variety of subject areas. Representing clients on both sides of the docket gives the firm a unique understanding of the perspectives of its adversaries, resulting in a qualitative advantage for clients.

In an age where most disputes are settled short of trial, rigorous preparation for trial has become a lost art. Hagans Burdine Montgomery & Rustay is a firm of trial lawyers.  Every matter is prepared for trial, every time. The firm draws upon decades of legal experience, creativity, sound legal reasoning, and old fashioned hard work to develop and achieve a strategy for the desired result. The firm is devoted to ensuring that it never loses sight of how the dispute and its resolution impact the client. Client success and satisfaction are the firm’s unwavering objective.

The firm believes in itself, its approach, and in the clients and cases it accepts. The firm’s willingness to share risk through its results-based fee arrangements communicates to clients, tribunals, and adversaries alike that the firm has confidence in its clients and their matters.

Top row (L to R): Scott Burdine, Carl Kulhanek, Fred Hagans,* Kendall Montgomery and Jenn Rustay*
Bottom row (L to R): Austin Barton, William Hagans, Paula Mathers and Bernard Lo
*Voted H Texas Top Lawyer

HAGANS BURDINE MONTGOMERY & RUSTAY
3200 Travis, 4th Floor
Houston, Texas 77006
713-222-2700
www.hagans-law.com

Johnson, Johnson & Baer, PC

Johnson, Johnson & Baer, PC | Criminal Law, DUI/DWI

Johnson, Johnson & Baer, P.C. represents citizens and companies facing criminal charges. With over 50 years of combined trial experience, the lawyers of the firm have successfully represented hundreds of clients. Dane Johnson is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and handles only criminal cases. Leslie Johnson limits her practice exclusively to defending those clients charged with DWI/DUI and other alcohol related offenses. With over 20 years of criminal defense experience, Alan Baer handles all types of criminal matters. Jordan Lewis represents clients in all aspects of criminal law.

Johnson, Johnson & Baer, P.C. is devoted to providing its clients with the highest level of representation possible, while giving personal attention to each individual. The firm limits the number of clients each lawyer handles in order to properly allocate the appropriate resources to each case.

The firm’s attorneys believe every individual deserves quality representation. They challenge the government each and every step of the way through the criminal process. Guilt or innocence is not the question; whether the government can prove a client’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt is the only question.

With referrals from judges, police officers, previous clients, and other civil and criminal lawyers, the firm has distinguished itself as one of the “go to” criminal defense firms in Houston. With its proven results, Johnson, Johnson & Baer, P.C. has a reputation for fighting and winning the toughest of battles.

JOHNSON, JOHNSON & BAER, P.C.
1018 Preston, 4th Floor
Houston, TX 77002
713-222-0400
www.dwi-houston.com

Cynthia Diggs

Cynthia Diggs | Divorce Law

Holmes, Diggs & Eames’ managing partner Cindy Diggs has been named a Houston Top Lawyer for 2011.  Cindy Diggs is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.  She graduated from The University of Texas School of Law in 1984 and has practiced in the Houston area for 26 years.

Cindy Diggs has been recognized by Texas Monthly as a “Texas Super Lawyer” for the last two years in a row. On Diggs’ Houston team are attorneys Debra Herndon, Dana Remy, Nathan Prihoda and Tesha Robaszkiewicz.

Holmes, Diggs & Eames’ attorneys are committed to partnering with our clients to help guide families through what is often the most difficult time of their lives.  The firm provides a manageable plan customized to help each client reach their goal in many legal matters including:

• Divorce
• Family Law
• Complex property & asset division
• Child Custody
• Grandparent’s rights
• Paternity
• Mediation

Holmes, Diggs & Eames is one of Texas’ largest family law firms, with offices in Dallas and Denton as well as Houston.  The firm’s clients include professional athletes, entertainers, best-selling authors and individuals involved in local, state and national business enterprises.

CYNTHIA DIGGS
Holmes, Diggs & Eames, PLLC
5300 Memorial Dr., Ste. 900
Houston, TX 77007
713-802-1777
www.houstondivorceoffice.com

Taft L. Foley II

Taft L. Foley II | Personal Injury

David stood bravely in the shadow of Golliath and defeated the menacing giant with one stone. Through the leadership of David, the Israelites proved that faith and high morality can conquer tyranny. The Foley Law Firm’s success against powerful corporate interests and insurance companies has earned the firm’s reputation as “giant killers.” Taft L. Foley is a preeminent, personal injury lawyer and truly a rising star among Houston’s legal community. The law firm’s repertoire includes several multi-million dollar jury awards and hundreds of clients whose expectations have been exceeded.

Taft L. Foley’s unrivaled courtroom success is equally matched by his dedication and proven track record as a community activist. Attorney Foley graduated cum laude from the University of Massachusetts Amherst where he obtained bachelors’ degrees in Legal Studies and African American history. Upon graduation from Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Attorney Foley went on to become the youngest Director of Legal Advocacy Programs for the Houston NAACP. In 2005, Attorney Foley founded The Foley Law Firm where he created the firm’s Community Development Initiative. The Initiative consists of an HIV/AIDS activism program, a poverty program, and a mentorship program. Attorney Foley’s tireless efforts to eradicate the social ills imposed by disadvantage have had a profound impact on the Houston community.

The Foley Law Firm is a personal injury practice dedicated to the zealous representation of individuals who have been injured or killed in accidents. The Firm has obtained several multi-million dollar jury awards against corporations and insurance companies. In 2010, the Firm obtained a six million dollar jury award against an 18 wheeler company by exposing the company’s reckless disregard for the safety of others. In April of 2011, The Foley Law Firm obtained a jury award of over a million dollars for the family of a man killed in a work related accident. Time and time again, The Foley Law Firm has stood against titans and has emerged victorious.

“I enjoy demonstrating to our clients that with faith and determination, justice can prevail even in the midst of overwhelming odds and adversity,” says Attorney Foley.

In April of 2011, Taft L. Foley was awarded the Francis Williams Advocacy Award by the Houston Lawyers Association for his demonstration of unrelenting and vigorous defense of significant issues of concern for the African American community that impact social change. In 2001, 2004 and 2005, Attorney Foley received the Houston NAACP Alex Award for Legal Excellence. Attorney Foley is a life member of the NAACP, and a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church.

Taft L. Foley is an active participant with various community service organizations. His weekends are often spent building houses with Habitat for Humanity or feeding the homeless. Attorney Foley is currently working on his second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has studied at Eternal Martial Arts in Pearland, Texas, for the past four years. Taft L. Foley and The Foley Law Firm are the epitome of top lawyers.

ATTORNEY TAFT L. FOLEY II
405 Main St., Ste. 640
Houston, TX 77002
832-778-8182
www.thefoleylawfirm.com

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