The Fowler Law Firm PC Independent Business and Entrepreneur Preventative Law Program Services designed to help you AVOID costly legal disputes, rather than just defend them. Austin, Texas 78701 Tel: (512) 441-1411 Fax: (512) 441-1410 www.thefowlerlawfirm.com
An El Paso native, fluent in Spanish and English, Steve Campos is a graduate of the University of Texas Law School where he received the President s Award for Leadership and was selected as an Outstanding Young Man of America. A former President of the Christian Legal Society and a formidable trial lawyer, Steve prides himself on sensitive and caring solutions for those most in need, and has achieved great success in no small part due to his clints enthusiastic referrals and recommendations, and the high professional and moral standards with which he has practiced his entire career. A fifth generation El Pasoan who graduated from the University of New Mexico with a law degree and an MBA, Patricia Cofty is an accomplished attorney whose impressive practice includes mediation and arbitration, areas of expertise that she utilizes to help her clients obtain favorable outcomes in a way that keeps civil law civil. A former marketing executive with a background in the fine arts, Patty is lauded as an effective attorney developing creative alternative resolutions for disputes in a wide array of areas. In addition to her professional talents, Patty devotes much of her time to the Christian Legal Society and her community. From an Odessa, Texas family that has to date produced six accomplished attorneys including his father, his brother, and three first cousins, Jack Cunningham is a graduate of Texas Tech University with a JD and an MBA who received prestigious awards as a law student, including the American Jurisprudence Award for Legal Analysis and for Legal Research. In addition to bringing extensive and distinguished business experience to The Fowler Law Firm, Jack is also an accomplished litigator in many legal areas and former Vice President of the Christian Legal Society who has earned the respect of his clients and peers for his professional talents and leadership. Originally from Florida, Laura Fowler attended Baylor Law School on a scholarship and began her legal career as a Navy JAGC prosecuting saboteurs and scoundrels in exotic ports throughout the Orient and Western Pacific. A trial lawyer by training whose work has made her one of the most sought out attorneys in the state, her true delight is writing and speaking as she enters her third decade of law practice. Her electronic newsletters and presentations and preventative law programs reach a weekly readership of over 17,000 and are designed to help her readers avoid costly litigation, a pioneering approach that has served her clients well. A lifelong resident of Travis County and graduate of the University of Texas School of Law, Robert Penn Fowler is his family s third generation of Texas lawyers. Widely respected for his depth of knowledge in real estate, and having grown up and worked in Fowler family businesses related to law and title transactions, Bob is revered for his familiarity with land and title issues in Travis County. The national Martindale Hubbell Legal Directory has awarded him with an AV rating, the highest possible recognition, in acknowledgement of the high regard in which he is viewed by his colleagues and clients alike. A celebrated trial lawyer and graduate of the University of Texas School of Law with highest honors and a member of the Texas Law Review editorial board, whose grandfathers Judge Robert Lee Penn and James Malcolm Harris were both accomplished lawyers, Malcolm Harris is board certified in civil trial and personal injury law. His handling of complex and multi-party lawsuits is the stuff of legends and has rewarded him with exceptional success and an impeccable reputation among his peers. A member of the Texas Bar since 1961, Malcolm now uses his extraordinary talents and experience to serve The Fowler Law Firm as Chief of Litigation.
Teresa Harris is a graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara and the University of San Diego School of Law. Fluent in Spanish and English, she has a rare combination of skill and experience in both plaintiff and defense related litigation, and has earned the respect of her peers as a fierce and accomplished trial lawyer. Among the kindliest ferocious lawyers one could ever meet, Terri is well known for her tireless efforts to help anyone and everyone who asks, and enjoys a stellar reputation with her clients who praise both her high ethical standards and her personal dedication and commitment to each and every matter that she handles. A graduate of the University of Central Florida and the University of Florida College of Law with highest honors, having served as a law clerk to the judges of Florida s Fifth District Court of Appeals for two years, and joint-licensed in Texas and Florida, Robert Hoofman is a consumate bankruptcy and replevin attorney, much sought-out by both lawyers and financial institutions to represent and counsel with them on these issues. In addition to his success in the courtroom, Robert is an immensely popular public speaker and seminar leader on bankruptcy and foreclosure topics who has co-authored numerous articles on these subjects. A graduate of the Air Force Academy and the University of Texas School of Law, Thomas O Meara is board certified in civil trial and personal injury law. While he relishes fierce legal battle, he is also a much sought-out certified mediator, an accomplished author and a popular public speaker. Recently returned from a mission trip serving on the faculty of the University of Livingstonia in Malawi, Africa, he handles complex real estate, probate and litigation matters, and passes on his extensive knowledge by providing Continuing Legal Education to fellow attorneys and training future lawyers as a professor at Texas State University and Concordia University. Joint-licensed as an attorney and certified public accountant in Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and his home state of Kentucky where he attended the University of Louisville School of Law, John Pearce provides both legal and accounting services to an amazingly diverse group of clients. As a former Eagle Scout, he gives tirelessly of his time and resources to a host of charitable and civic organzations including the Boy Scouts and Rotary Club. Highly respected by his peers, John also serves on the Board of Directors of the Texas Society of CPAs and served as treasurer for the Business, Corporate & Tax Section of the Austin Bar Association. A native El Pasoan educated at Princeton University and Baylor Law School, Manuel Manny Rivera is a highly skilled legal writer and researcher, editing to final much of the work of the more senior lawyers in the firm in a wide array of law practice areas. He also enjoys and excels in client interviews where his courtesy and humor have lightened the load of many a client, and earned him a stellar reputation through their referrals. Formerly the head of the bankruptcy division at Fulwiler Law, Manny is an expert on the federal regulations in bankruptcy who has served as an advisor to many other Texas attorneys adapting their practice to the new law. An Eagle Scout, a graduate of the Naval Academy (who attended Woodstock), the University of Houston where he received an MBA and St. Mary s University where he received a law degree, a joint-licensed attorney in Texas and Florida and a registered patent attorney who is board certified in intellectual property, Nevin Shaffer is an accomplished lawyer who relishes both representing clients and training them to represent themselves. As a much sought-out speaker and author on topics related to copyright, trademark and patent law, he always enlightens and delights his audiences.
The Fowler Law Firm offices at 919 Congress Avenue, one block south of the Texas Capitol. We are a forward thinking firm with a keen sense of family tradition in the practice of law. Our ten attorneys and five support staff carry forward the tradition of excellence established in Austin by our predecessors, Judge Robert Lee Penn, I.D. Fowler and James Malcolm "Mac" Harris more than one hundred years ago. Our attorneys are experienced, and expert, in numerous areas of Texas law. While our attorneys are proud of their many successes in the courtroom, the true focus of this firm is assisting clients in avoiding costly legal mistakes and disputes through the concept of preventative law. Regularly published legal updates, on-site risk management training, and certified continuing education for professionals, in both the public and private sector, are some of the many ways the firm works to achieve this goal. The firm prides itself on its ability to provide legal services and training in each of the firm's practice areas in both English and Spanish. Our attorneys and support staff are committed to giving back to the community. For many years, they have contributed to a variety of education and community foundations. In addition, regular meaningful public service and pro bono work are a part of the personal and professional philosophy of every attorney and support staff member of this firm. The attorneys and support staff of THE FOWLER LAW FIRM P.C. are so grateful to so many of you who have helped to make our firm a success. The Fowler Law Firm P.C. is a full service law firm whose attorneys have many years of experience in serving the diverse needs of independent businesses, entrepreneurs, non-profits, education institutions and private individuals. We never charge a client a fee or incur any expense until the client understands and agrees. In addition, we often counsel with your clients and friends and give them the information they need at no charge when we cannot truly be of service. For more information or to refer a matter to us please contact us at (512) 441-1411 or visit our website at www.thefowlerlawfirm.com. The Fowler Law Firm, PC Attorneys & Counselors at Law Austin, Texas 78701 Telephone: (512) 441-1411 Facsimile: (512) 441-1410 www.thefowlerlawfirm.com
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