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What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues? I believe that one of my roles as an attorney is to educate my clients about their case. For clients to make decisions about their lives, they need to understand the legal issues in their lawsuits. They need to know what their rights are, what their options are, and what different things to expect both during the process of the lawsuit and as possible outcomes. It is my job to discuss these matters with my clients and to educate them.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients? If a client has prepared a document that they wish me to review, I will gladly do so. I often ask clients to keep information for me in written form so that I may review it and become more familiar with their issues and the facts of their case. Occasionally, I have clients who prepare correspondence, and they want my approval and comments before sending it. I consider it wise of my client to seek this kind of input. Now and then, I have someone who wishes to retain me simply to review and comment on a document. When this is an appropriate role, I will gladly do it.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves? On occasion, I have coached clients who want to represent themselves. Part of my analysis in deciding whether to have this kind of relationship with a client is that client's ability to understand the legal issues and to remain rational and neutral in making decisions about the case.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer? I was looking for a career that required good communication skills, close contact with people, and an opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. I also wanted a career that would not be mundane or dull, and that would continually present a challenge. Family law certainly meets all of these criteria. It's never dull!

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer? My philosophy is that everything we do in life and everything that happens to us should serve to make us better people and that includes better at our careers. Probably the single thing that has impacted me most as a family lawyer is being a parent. It is not until one has a child that one can truly appreciate the bond and commitment that comes with parenthood. When I have a case that involves the relationship of a child and a parent, I am even more committed than I was before I had a child at making sure that my representation of my client serves to preserve and improve that parent-child relationship.

The second experience that has made me a better lawyer is my own personal experience as a client or party in a lawsuit. I recognize the need that I have had for good quality legal representation, and I know that my clients deserve the same kind of empathy, courtesy, and dedication that I was blessed to have when I needed it.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice? I chose litigation because I love being in the courtroom. The mental competition is invigorating. The planning and strategizing is exciting. It's like a sparring match, only mental instead of physical. Being in trial has an intensity that can be addictive.

I chose family law because it gives me the opportunity to help people through difficult times. Also, each case is different from the others I've had, and each is just as important to the people living through them. In family law, no two days are alike and we are never bored.

I chose collaborative law as soon as it came to Texas, because I had long recognized that litigation is often harmful to families. Litigation is by its nature adversarial, and it is often difficult to keep cases from escalating in animosity. Collaborative law provides a structure for reaching agreements outside of litigation, even in very difficult cases. I have always been skilled at seeing all aspects of a situation, and I have an ability to understand differing perspectives. These skills coupled with an empathetic nature make me a natural at collaborative law.

What do you like best about your career? I like working with people. I like the continuing challenge. And I like the variety.

Tell us about your law firm: We are both very informal and highly professional. You may drop in to the office and find me in jeans and barefoot, but my work product is always top quality. We use first names, and we are both casual and courteous.

What are your strengths and style? Like many martial artists, I believe in seeking a peaceful route if it is appropriate or possible, but I'm not reluctant to use force when it is needed.

My best attribute is probably my ability to communicate - both in writing and orally. I am able to talk with people from all walks of life and I am an attentive listener.

I believe that everyone should be treated with courtesy and respect, an attitude that helps get things resolved. Even if we have to go into battle, I prefer to play clean and to take the high road in all matters. This style of dealing with the court and my opposing counsel has earned me a good reputation as an attorney with integrity, which in turn serves my clients well.

I prefer to prepare for hearings and trial, and I am not comfortable "winging it." My intention if we are in litigation is to win, and that is best done by hard work prior to any court appearance.

Personal Interests: My personal interests are my twelve year old daughter, martial arts, and rock climbing.

My daughter is imaginative and fun, always in action, and very loving.

I have been taking martial arts for about six years. I have achieved the rank of first degree black belt, which means that I am in the advanced class, the same class that has the amazing martial artists I've admired for so long. Part of what I love about martial arts is how positive it is - the values are of self-discipline, respect, courtesy, and honor. I think martial arts helps to keep me young because I am interacting with (and competing against) other martial artists who are much younger than me.

I started rock climbing in 1973 at the age of 15. I have been a member of the local climbing club, Texas Mountain Raiders, since 1994. I am their local trip coordinator and an officer for the club. I have always been happiest when I am out on a crag somewhere, feeling the sun on my back, listening to the breeze play through the leaves in the trees, and feeling the scaly scratchiness of the rock against the skin on my arms and legs as I inch upward, one crystal or flake or nub at a time. I recently married my climbing partner, so we explore the vertical world together frequently.

Scott Morgan is a board certified Texas family law attorney who has represented clients in Harris County and Fort Bend County divorce and family law cases since 1994.

Tony R. Bertolino is the Managing Partner with Bertolino LLP who is available to handle a diverse set of legal needs for his clients. His featured areas of representation include; trial and appellate litigation in both state and federal courts, debtor and creditor issues, business formation and contracts, and disputes regarding construction law. He also has experience working with clients on matters concerning entertainment and sports law, for which is he licensed as a Talent Agent and a Sports Agent in the state of Texas, as well as real estate, internet litigation, bankruptcy, legislative and governmental affairs, family law, and eminent domain.
Most of Mr. Bertolino’s work is devoted to issues requiring litigation and, in addition to his admission into the Texas Bar, he is licensed to practice in ten federal courtrooms, including the 5th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Mr. Bertolino received his law degree from the South Texas College of Law in Houston, during which time he was both a Member and an Assistant Editor for the South Texas Law Review. He is able to communicate with clients in both English and Spanish, expanding his ability to serve the diverse population of Texas. His pro bono work includes time provided to the Legal Services of South Texas and Texas Rural Legal Aid.
Mr. Bertolino has also been named a Texas Rising Star for 2011 by Texas Super Lawyers. The Rising Stars list is comprised of the top up-and-coming Texas attorneys who are 40 or younger or have been in practice for fewer than 10 years. Rising Stars are selected based on nominations by members of the elite Texas Super Lawyers list. Only 2.5 percent of Texas attorneys were chosen for this honor.

Cari Brownlee provides legal services in Harris County, Brazoria County and Galveston County.

This is a full service law firm that provides quality representation for individuals and businesses in the State and Federal trial and appellate courts throughout Texas.

Retired Officer from the Michigan State Police.

I have a small solo practice and intend to remain a general law attorney.

Strategic Legal Counsel for You and Your Business

Dasher Law Offices is a full-service, interdisciplinary law firm for those who seek to work with smart, practical and cost-conscious legal counsel.

We strive to integrate our experience and expertise with your own to reduce uncertainty and minimize obstacles and legal risks for optimal results.

For over two decades, we have offered broad legal services and creative counsel to a vast array of people and businesses, who want the individual attention of a personal lawyer, together with the sophistication and state-of-the-art technology of a comprehensive law firm.

Dasher Law Offices offers strategic legal counsel for you and your business, including transactional support and documentation, as well as litigation services and trial attorneys for clients involved in a variety of industries; including, but not limited to, manufacturing and industrial, wholesale and retail, construction and development, finance and investment, education, performing arts and entertainment, sales and service, real estate, medical and health and commerce.

We are available to collaborate with corporate and in-house counsel, as well as lawyers from other jurisdictions and limited practice areas, for attorney referrals.

Civil & Commercial Litigation
Divorce, Custody, Property Division & Family Law
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Serious Accidents & Personal Injury Law
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Licensed by the Supreme Court of the State of Texas; Licensed by the State of Arizona Supreme Court; Member of State Bar of Texas, 1983; Member of State Bar of Arizona, 1983; Admitted to practice in the United States District Court in and for the Southern District of Texas; United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit; United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit; and the Supreme Court of the United States of America

Featured in the June 2008 issue of H Texas Magazine, Attorney Robert L. Woods has earned the respect of the Houston community. After retiring as a Lieutenant from the Houston Police Department, he founded Woods Law Firm, P.C.,, a professional corporation committed to providing experienced investigation and aggressive representation.

A graduate of the prestigious FBI National Academy, he holds a degree in criminal justice from Sam Houston University and a law degree from South Texas College of Law. He is licensed to practice law in all county and district courts of Texas, the Texas Court of Appeals, the Texas Supreme Court and the United States District Court Southern District of Texas. For additional information, please visit the link below.

If you suffer from serious personal injury, contact Woods Law Firm for a free consultation. Call 713-651-1115 (local) or 1-877-720-6925 (toll free) or send an e-mail message.

Located in midtown Houston, Woods Law Firm offers ample free parking and is wheelchair accessible. Spanish translation is available. Servicios del intérprete disponibles.