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About Manuel Diaz Law Firm
Manuel Diaz Law Firm is considered by many to be among the top law firms in Texas, having a demonstrated track record of aggressive, results-driven representation and impeccable client support.
Having established a reputation among Texas top law firms, attorney Diaz and his team have represented thousands of clients all across the Longhorn State. Our firm believes that everyone deserves justice and high-quality legal representation, for a reasonable price.
We stand committed to fighting for your rights and are here to guide you and your family through what may be one of the most difficult times in your lives.
MANUEL DÍAZ
Attorney
Attorney Diaz is a native of Mexico City and was raised in Brownsville, Texas. Before founding the Diaz Law Firm, PC in Dallas, attorney Diaz worked as a corporate attorney with a top U.S.-based international law firm and was a partner at a boutique litigation firm in Dallas. Attorney Diaz earned his Juris Doctor Degree at the SMU Dedman School of Law and received his undergraduate degree cum laude from Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business. Attorney Diaz also earned an Associate Degree in Spanish and English Translation from the University of Texas at Brownsville.
EDUCATION
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
Dallas, Texas
J.D., 2007
HONORS:
Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA)
President 2006-2007
Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business
Dallas, Texas
B.B.A., 2004 (Cum Laude)
University of Texas at Brownsville
Brownsville, Texas
A.A., Spanish/English Translation, 2002
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
Dallas Bar Association
Texas DWI Defense Lawyers Association, Director
Dallas CASA, Board of Directors
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, Fellow
Dallas Committee on Foreign Relations, Term-Member
Mexican-American Bar Association
Dallas Hispanic Bar Association
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
JEFFERY MORROW
Attorney
Attorney Jeff Morrow was born and raised in Geneva, NY. He graduated with honors from LeMoyne College in 2000. Attorney Morrow completed his bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a minor in Spanish. Attorney Morrow then attended the University Of Miami School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor in 2004.
Attorney Morrow has committed his career to protecting and defending the rights of those accused of committing a crime. He began his career as a criminal defense attorney in New York in 2005, handling DWI cases exclusively. He became an Assistant Public Defender in Monroe County, New York in 2006. He represented more than a thousand clients in his time there and tried cases ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. He became an Assistant Public Defender for the newly formed Ontario County Office of the Public Defender in 2010. In 2011 he was appointed as the First Assistant Public Defender.
Attorney Morrow has experience trying all types of criminal cases. He tried his first murder case in 2013, winning an acquittal for his client on the charge of Murder in the 2nd Degree. Attorney Morrow relocated to Dallas in 2014 with his wife and daughter. Attorney Morrow’s practice is focused exclusively on criminal defense.
EDUCATION
LeMoyne College
Syracuse, NY
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, minor in Spanish, with Honors
2000
University of Miami School of Law
Coral Gables, FL
Juris Doctor
2004
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
Texas State Bar
New York State Bar
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
JOHN HELMS
Attorney
Attorney Helms has been a trial lawyer for over 20 years. As a formal federal prosecutor who never lost a trial, Attorney Helms brings a great deal of knowledge and legal expertise to the firm. Along his career Attorney Helms has worked on Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Securities Fraud and Drug Crime cases, among others. Attorney Helms has also represented some of the country’s largest corporations, including Microsoft, Bank of America, ACE Cash Express, and Philip Morris.
EDUCATION
University of Texas School of Law
Ithaca, NY
JD, 1990
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH
B.A. English, 1987
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
Dallas Bar Foundation
Texas Bar Foundation
LANGUAGES
English
JODI COPENAHAVER-LIUKKONEN
Attorney
Attorney Jodi D. Copenahaver-Liukkonen was born in Ohio and raised in Colorado. Attorney Copenahaven-Liukkonen graducated from the University of Southern Colorado in 1997, where she received a bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Her passion in helping families led attorney Copenahaven-Liukkonen to pursue law school. In 2004, attorney Copenahaven-Liukkonen obtained her Juris Doctor degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Attorney Copenahaven-Liukkonen helps her clients obtain the best possible resultson a wide variety of Family Law cases.
EDUCATION
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Lansing, Michigan
J.D., 2004
University of Southern Colorado
Pueblo, Colorado
BASW, 1997
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
Family Law Section
Criminal Law Section
Juvenile Law Section
State Bar of Minnesota
Certified Civil and Family Law Mediator, State of Texas
Trained Custody Evaluator
LANGUAGES
English
TIFFANY DUONG
Attorney
Attorney Tiffany M. Duong is a native of Vietnam and raised in Dallas, Texas. She is currently an Associate Judge for the cities of Colleyville and Keller, Texas. In 2004, she graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a minor in Business. Thereafter, she attended St. Mary’s University School of Law and graduated in 2008. During law school she received the Dean’s Scholarship Award and the Texas Young Lawyers Association Minority Scholarship. She spent many years of her legal career as counsel for the Civil District Judges of Bexar County before becoming a member of the judiciary in 2017. At Diaz Law Firm, Attorney Duong handles a variety of Family Law cases.
EDUCATION
St. Mary’s University, School of Law
San Antonio, Texas
J.D., 2008
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
B.A., 2004
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
Phi Delta Phi International Legal Fraternity
LANGUAGES
English
Vietnamese
MARCO LERMA
Attorney
Attorney Marco Lerma was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He received his Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law and received his Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from Santa Clara University.
While at Santa Clara University School of Law, Marco shifted his focus to Intellectual Property and Business Law. After obtaining his license, Marco worked as an attorney in an immigration firm in San Francisco, representing clients involved in difficult asylum and deportation proceedings.
In January 2019 he joined the Abogado Manuel Diaz Law Firm.
EDUCATION
Santa Clara University School of Law
Santa Clara, California
J.D., 2016
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, California
B.S. Biology, 2012
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of California
LANGUAGE
English
Spanish
ANDREA AGUILAR
Attorney
Attorney Andrea Aguilar obtained her Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary’s School of Law in 2010. She also attended Baylor University where she graduated magna cum laude and received a Bachelor of Business Administration.
During her career, she opened our own practice for a year and then joined the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES), a non-profit immigration legal aid firm. While working as the Managing Attorney in for them, she helped establish the Dallas and Fort Worth branch offices. Since then Andrea has worked as private-practice attorney.
In 2010, she was licensed by the State Bar of Texas and is currently part of the Abogado Manuel Diaz Law Firm were her primary focus is Immigration Law.
EDUCATION
St. Mary’s School of Law
San Antonio, TX,
J.D., 2010
Baylor University
Waco, TX,
Business Administration B.S., 2005
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
American Immigration Lawyer’s Association (AILA)
LANGUAGE
English
Spanish
DANIEL BARNES
Attorney
Attorney Daniel Barnes is native to Fort Worth, Texas. He earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Texas Wesleyan Law School and received his bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Texas Wesleyan College.
During his career, he has worked in criminal law both as a prosecutor and defense attorney, family law and civil litigation.
He is currently part of the Abogado Manuel Diaz Law Firm were his primary focus is Family Law.
EDUCATION
Texas Wesleyan Law School
Fort Worth, TX
J.D. 1997
Texas Wesleyan College
Fort Worth, TX
B.S., Chemistry
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
LANGUAGE
English
BIJU PILLAI
Attorney
Attorney Biju Pillai is native of Dallas, Texas. He earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Thomas University and received his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State Polytechnic University.
While in law school he volunteered at the Legal Services of Greater Miami researching legal issues which helped the attorneys with their goals of providing free civil legal services for the low income communities.
During his career he has worked with Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, where he was able to gain valuable experience in family law.
He is currently part of the Abogado Manuel Diaz Law Firm were his primary focus is Family Law.
EDUCATION
St. Thomas University School of Law
Miami Gardens, FL
J.D., 2006
California State Polytechnic University Pomona
Pomona, CA
B.S., Business Administration
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
LANGUAGE
English
Jazzmond Turner
Attorney
Attorney Jazzmond J. Turner is a native of Dallas, Texas. She earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Thurgood Marshall School of Law with honors and received her bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a concentration in Criminology and a minor in Political Science from Louisiana State University.
While in law school, she participated in the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Legal Clinic where she acted as an associate criminal defense attorney under the supervision of licensed attorneys.
In 2019, Attorney Turner joined the Manuel Diaz Law Firm where she continues to work in criminal defense.
EDUCATION:
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Houston, Texas
J.D., 2019
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
B.A., 2015
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
LANGUAGES
English
Juan Gacia
Attorney
Attorney Juan Garcia is native of Grand Prairie, Texas. He earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University Of North Texas Dallas College Of Law and received his bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Texas at Arlington.
While in law school, he interned for the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office and Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, and he has also volunteered for the annual Dallas County Expunction Expo.
He is currently part of the legal team at Manuel Diaz Law, and his primary focus is civil law.
EDUCATION
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas
B.A., Criminology and Criminal Justice
UNT Dallas College of Law
Dallas, TX
J.D., 2019
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
American Bar Association
LANGUAGE
English and Spanish
Krista Harvey
Attorney
Attorney Krista Harvey is native of Belton, Texas. She earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Oklahoma City University, she completed her bachelor’s degree from Texas State University in Healthcare Administration in three years.
While in law school, she developed a passion in civil and human rights, which led to a career in immigration law.
She is currently part of the legal team at Manuel Diaz Law Firm, and her primary focus is on immigration law.
EDUCATION
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas
B.H.A., Healthcare Administration
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
J.D., 2018
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
American Bar Association
American Immigration Law Association
Dallas Bar Association
LANGUAGE
English
Rebeccah Tejada
Attorney
Attorney Rebeccah Tejada was born and raised in Floresville, Texas. She graduated from Baylor University in 2013 with her Bachelors in Speech Communication. Thereafter, she earned her Juris Doctor from Texas A & M University School of Law in 2016. During law school, Attorney Tejada worked at a criminal defense firm located in Fort Worth, Texas and was also on the mock trial team for two years. Attorney Tejada was license to practice law in May 2017.
In June 2017, Attorney Tejada became an Assistant Criminal District Attorney for the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office. During her time as an Assistant Criminal District Attorney, Attorney Tejada had over forty misdemeanor jury trials. She has tried various types of cases, such as DWI’s, Assault-Family Violence, Resisting Arrest, and Theft.
In August 2019, Attorney Tejada joined the Manuel Diaz Law Firm where her main focus in Criminal Defense.
EDUCATION
Texas A&M School of Law
Fort Worth, Texas
J.D. 2016
Baylor University
Waco, Texas
B.A., Speech Communication, 2013
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
Tarrant County Bar Association
Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association
Texas Aggie Bar Association
LANGUAGE
English
MITCHELL DOOLEY
Attorney
Attorney Mitchell Dooley earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Arkansas where he graduated magna cum laude and received his bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara.
He has worked as a former prosecutor where he led the auto-theft task force before beginning his criminal-defense career. He has tried over 100 cases and has vast experience in both misdemeanor and felony cases.
He is currently part of the Abogado Manuel Diaz Law Firm team where his main focus is Criminal Defense.
EDUCATION
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas
J.D. 1994
University of California at Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
B.S., Economics 1986
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
American Bar Association
LANGUAGE
English
MICHAEL POOL
Attorney
Attorney Michael Pool was born and raised in Arlington, Texas. He graduated from The University of Texas at Arlington after completing his Bachelor’s degree in History (Pre-Law). Attorney Pool then attended St. Mary’s University School of Law, in San Antonio, Texas, where he earned his Juris Doctor in 2001.
Attorney Pool has a vast array of experience having been an Assistant City Attorney in Arlington, Texas, prosecuting Class C Misdemeanors; an Assistant County Attorney in Laredo, Texas, handling prosecution of child protective services cases; an Assistant District Attorney in Victoria, Texas, prosecuting all levels of felonies, including capital murder; and a criminal defense attorney defending all levels of misdemeanors and felonies across the state of Texas.
He is currently part of the Abogado Manuel Diaz Law Firm team where his main focus is Criminal Defense.
EDUCATION
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas
B.A. 1997
St. Mary’s University School of Law
San Antonio, Texas
J.D. 2001
Professional Associations and Memberships
State Bar of Texas
American Bar Association
Language
English
JEREMY HOBBS
Attorney
Attorney Jeremy Hobbs is native to Dallas, TX. He earned his Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and received his bachelor’s degree in political science with a minor in criminal justice from the University of North Texas where he graduated with cum laude honors.
During his career he has dedicated himself to defending clients charged with misdemeanors of any class in the Dallas, Tarrant, Collin and Denton counties.
He is currently part of the Abogado Manuel Diaz Law Firm team where his main focus is Criminal Defense.
EDUCATION
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law
Ft. Worth, TX
J.D., 2011
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
Political Science, 2008
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
State Bar of Texas
LANGUAGE
English
What makes Manuel Diaz Law Firm one
of the
best law firms in Texas?
Top quality legal representation
Respectful and Timely Communication
Care, Compassion and Empathy
Dedication
to Results
Flexible payment plans and options
Unparalleled Client Service
Positive Client Ratings
and Reviews
Meet Manuel Diaz and His Team
Legal Team
CEO Attorney Diaz is a Mexico City native, raised in Brownsville, Texas. He is the Founder and CEO of Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. Read more
CLO Attorney Morrow has committed his career to protect and defend the rights of those accused of committing a crime. Read more
CLO Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, he attended Texas Tech University where he received his undergraduate degree in Finance in 1985. Read more
Managing Attorney, Immigration Section Immigration board certified attorney, and part of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Read more
Managing Attorney, Family Section She attended the University of Arkansas William H. Bowen School of Law and earned her JD in 2009. She was on Law Review and served as an assistant research editor for the publication. Read more
Managing Attorney, Intake Section He studied aerospace engineering at Mississippi State University. He earned two engineering degrees. His first job out of college was in Fort Worth where he fell in love with the area. Read more
Managing Attorney, Criminal Section Attorney Dooley has over 30 years of experience and has tried over 100 cases and has vast experience in both misdemeanor and felony cases including murder and sexual assault cases.
Sr. Associate She was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi. She received her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Jackson State University and earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Mississippi College School of Law. Read more
Sr. Associate She is a Fort Worth native, she graduated from TCU with a B.A. in English and a minor Criminal Justice in 2002. She earned her J.D. from Texas Tech School of Law in 2005 after interning with several different District Attorney’s offices. Read more
Sr. Associate Attorney Jeremy Hobbs is native to Dallas, TX. He earned his Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and his bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas.
Sr. Associate John Rightmyer earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary’s University and his master’s degree in economics from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Read more
Sr. Associate She is originally from India, she secured the 11th rank in her home state’s statewide law entrance examination and excelled in all of her law classes before migrating to the United States. Read more
Sr. Associate Attorney Marissa Young is native of Dallas. She earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Texas Tech University and Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas A&M University. Read more
Sr. Associate Attorney Miguel A. Soto-Pastrana was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He graduated from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, with a Bachelor in Criminal Justice in 1998. . Read more
Associate Attorney Ashley Edwards was born in Austin, Texas, and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. She graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor of Science in Law and Constitutional Studies. Read more
Associate Attorney Cynthia A. Maldonado was born and raised in Weslaco, Texas in the Rio Grande Valley. She graduated from Baylor University in 1997 with her Bachelors in Political Science. Read more
Associate Attorney Janel Okafor is from Mesquite, Texas. She graduated from Baylor University in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in History. She earned her Juris Doctor in 2017. Read more
Associate Attorney Jessica Warren proudly born and raised in the lone star state of Texas. More specifically, she was raised in Fort Worth and Arlington. She Been a solo practitioner for 7 years. Read more
Associate Attorney Messeret Fessehai earned her Juris Doctor degree from UNT Dallas College of Law. Currently practicing as a criminal defense attorney with the Manuel Diaz Law Firm. Read more
Associate Attorney Tanisha Taylor was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. She was raised by a single mother who instilled the value of hard work in her from a young age. Read more
Of Counsel As a former federal prosecutor who never lost a trial, he brings a great deal of knowledge and legal expertise to the firm. Read more
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