Trusted Legal Representation for Family, Criminal & Estate Law in Braeswood
Trusted Legal Guidance
Serving Braeswood and the Braeswood Medical Center Corridor with Dedicated Legal Expertise
Call the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC at (281) 810-9760. We have served Braeswood families and businesses for over 20 years, providing trusted legal counsel across family law, criminal defense, and estate planning. Our commitment to Braeswood residents is reflected in our deep roots in this community and our presence serving the entire Medical Center corridor.
The Braeswood region is centered in Houston’s prestigious Medical Center area and serves multiple surrounding communities including West University, Bellaire, Meyerland, and the greater Houston metroplex. Each area brings unique legal challenges—complex property division in high-net-worth divorces, custody disputes affecting multiple school districts, and sophisticated estate planning for business owners and professionals.
Our attorneys understand Braeswood’s character. We represent families navigating life transitions, individuals facing criminal charges, and business owners protecting their legacies with aggressive advocacy and genuine care.
Key service areas:
- Representation across Harris County District Courts and Criminal Courts
- Complex family law and custody matters across multiple school districts
- Criminal defense, DWI, and felony representation in Harris County courts
- Estate planning, probate, and business succession for Braeswood professionals
- Free initial consultations available—call or submit the form below
Tailored Legal Solutions for Each Client's Unique Case in Braeswood
While our Houston law firm has extensive experience in family law, we understand that no two cases are the same. Braeswood families often face unique challenges involving relocation, high-net-worth asset division, business interests, and co-parenting across Harris County’s vast geography, which is why we tailor our approach—whether through mediation, collaborative law, or litigation—to fit your specific circumstances.
Regardless of the path your case requires, our team has the skills, knowledge, and tools to guide you from start to resolution. We have extensive experience representing Braeswood residents in the Harris County Family District Courts, giving us valuable insight into the judges, opposing counsel, and procedures that can impact your case. Our criminal defense and estate planning teams bring the same dedication and expertise to every practice area.
We offer comprehensive family law and estate planning services, including:
Family Law
Family Law in Braeswood
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Family Law in Braeswood
Braeswood courts handle a high volume of family law matters affecting families across multiple school districts and complex asset situations.
Custody & Support
Child custody disputes often involve multiple school districts and complex support calculations unique to high-net-worth Braeswood families.
Criminal Cases in Braeswood
Braeswood courts handle a high volume of criminal matters with experienced prosecutors and extensive law enforcement resources.
DWI & Felony Defense
DWI arrests and felony charges carry serious consequences including license suspension, fines, and imprisonment.
Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense in Braeswood
Braeswood courts handle significant volumes of criminal charges. DWI arrests, property crimes, assault charges, and drug offenses constitute the majority of criminal dockets. Law enforcement and prosecution resources are extensive throughout the region. Effective criminal defense requires immediate action, aggressive investigation, and experienced negotiation with prosecutors who handle hundreds of cases annually.
Bryan Fagan defends clients facing serious criminal charges in Braeswood and Harris County courts. We challenge evidence, file suppression motions when warranted, negotiate plea agreements strategically, and take cases to trial when necessary. Our criminal defense practice focuses on protecting our clients’ rights and achieving the best possible outcome—whether that means charge dismissal, reduction, or favorable trial verdict.
Time is your most critical asset in criminal defense. The moment you’re arrested or charged, evidence must be preserved, procedures must be documented, and your constitutional rights must be protected. Contact our Braeswood office immediately.
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Estate Planning
Estate Planning in Braeswood
Braeswood has significant wealth concentrated in real estate, business interests, and investment portfolios. The median home value in many Braeswood neighborhoods exceeds $400,000. Business ownership is prevalent across the technology, healthcare, energy, and finance sectors. Smart estate planning protects these assets, minimizes taxes, and ensures smooth transitions to heirs.
Bryan Fagan provides comprehensive estate planning including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, Medicaid planning, and business succession strategies. We help Braeswood families avoid probate, protect assets, and preserve their legacy for future generations. Whether you need a basic will, a revocable living trust, or complex estate planning addressing your business and family needs, we’re here to help.
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Property & Assets in Braeswood
Braeswood properties and business assets require comprehensive estate planning to ensure smooth transitions and tax efficiency.
Probate & Legacy Planning
Proper estate planning in Braeswood avoids costly probate delays and reduces tax burden on your heirs.
Probate in Braeswood
Probate courts in Harris County handle estate administration, asset distribution, and court supervision of the settlement process.
Guardianship Proceedings
Minor and adult guardianship cases require court approval and ongoing compliance with Texas guardianship law.
Probate & Guardianship
Probate and Guardianship in Braeswood
Probate courts in Braeswood and surrounding Harris County handle estates of all sizes. Guardianship proceedings protect minors and incapacitated adults. These are technical, court-supervised processes requiring precise compliance with Texas law and specific court requirements. Professional guidance ensures proper administration and protects families.
Bryan Fagan guides families through probate administration, guardianship proceedings, and estate settlement across Braeswood and Harris County. We handle the technical requirements and court filings so families can focus on the transition. If you’ve lost a loved one without a will or trust, or if a family member becomes incapacitated, our probate team is ready to help.
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Our Practice Areas
Comprehensive Legal Solutions for Every Life Challenge
Whether you’re facing a family dispute, criminal charges, or planning your estate, our experienced attorneys are here to guide you through every step.
Family Law
Trusted guidance helps families navigate divorce, custody, and support matters.
Criminal Law
Strategic defense protects your future, rights, and freedom from prosecution.
Estate Planning
Thoughtful estate planning protects assets, loved ones, wishes, and legacies.
Probate
Skilled probate counsel settles estates, resolves disputes, and preserves meaningful family legacies.
Guardianship
Experienced advocates bring clarity, care, and protection to guardianship decisions.
Adoption
Thoughtful legal guidance supports families throughout every unique path toward a successful adoption.
Personal Injury
Skilled advocates fight for medical care, compensation, and post-collision justice.
Family Law
Trusted guidance helps families navigate divorce, custody, and support matters.
Criminal Law
Strategic defense protects your future, rights, and freedom from prosecution.
Estate Planning
Thoughtful estate planning protects assets, loved ones, wishes, and legacies.
Probate
Skilled probate counsel settles estates, resolves disputes, and preserves meaningful family legacies.
Guardianship
Experienced advocates bring clarity, care, and protection to guardianship decisions.
Adoption
Thoughtful legal guidance supports families throughout every unique path toward a successful adoption.
Personal Injury
Skilled advocates fight for medical care, compensation, and post-collision justice.
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Experienced Attorneys
Whether you’re facing a family dispute, criminal charges, or planning your estate, our experienced attorneys are here to guide you through every step.
Bryan Joseph Fagan
Bryan Fagan is the Owner and Managing Attorney of the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC — one of Texas’s most recognized family law firms, with offices across Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, The Woodlands, Kingwood, Humble, Richmond, and beyond. A certified member of the College of the State Bar of Texas and a member of the Houston Bar Association’s Family Law Sector, Bryan has spent his career building a firm that delivers high-end family law representation to Texas families across every major market in the state. Born and raised in Atascocita in Northeast Houston, Bryan comes from a close-knit family of four siblings, including two adopted brothers. His father was an engineer and his mother was a teacher. He is the first — and only — attorney in his family.
Kimberly P. Washington
Kimberly P. Washington is the Senior Managing Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, working directly within a firm built by Texas family law attorney Bryan Fagan. She leads a structured, strategy-driven legal representation.
With over a decade of family law experience, Kimberly plays a central role in overseeing complex divorce and custody cases — helping ensure that every case aligns with the firm’s core approach: clear strategy, strong advocacy, and better long-term outcomes for families.
Courtney Berry
Courtney Berry is the Supervising Attorney of Operations at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan —
overseeing estate planning, probate, and guardianship legal operations across the firm’s Houston
practice. Her role places her at the center of the firm’s quality control and operational excellence,
ensuring that every client matter meets the standards Bryan Fagan has built his organization around.
Beyond her oversight role, Courtney handles estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters
directly — bringing senior-level attention and operational precision to clients who need estate and
Probate work done right the first time.
Glenda Clausell
Glenda Clausell is a Supervising Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan’s Houston Corporate headquarters, overseeing legal quality, client outcomes, and attorney operations across one of Texas’s largest family law firms. Licensed since 2008, Glenda brings 16+ years of legal experience and a firm-wide perspective to both her supervisory role and her individual client work.
Her position at the center of the firm’s operational structure means that clients working with Glenda benefit from both her personal legal experience and her oversight-level understanding of how every part of Bryan Fagan’s legal system functions.
Carrie Marquis
Carrie Marquis is a senior Houston divorce and family law attorney with more than 30 years of experience handling child custody modifications, enforcement actions, and complex property matters. With a background in accounting and finance, she brings a strategic and practical approach to resolving issues that arise after a family law order is already in place. Carrie works closely with clients to identify what needs to change, develop a path forward, and pursue outcomes that better reflect their current circumstances.
Carl J. Ritter
Carl J. Ritter is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, bringing one of the deepest legal resumes on the team to contested divorce, custody, and probate cases in Houston. With service in the U.S. Air Force JAG Corps and 10 years with the Texas Attorney General’s office, Carl has spent his career inside the legal system — from military tribunals to state court litigation.
With 35+ years of combined legal experience, Carl handles the cases that demand courtroom confidence, procedural precision, and a proven track record. His clients are families who need an attorney who has already handled thousands of cases like theirs.
Peter Sayadzad
Peter Sayadzad is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, representing Houston families in divorce, custody, and family legal matters with clear communication, honest guidance, and steady advocacy. Licensed in Texas since 2018, Peter brings a focused, client-centered approach to every case he handles.
Peter serves clients throughout Northwest Harris County — including Cypress, Spring, and The Woodlands area — from the firm’s Cypress Creek Parkway location. His commitment to honest, straightforward communication sets him apart in a field where clients often feel left in the dark.
Brittney Archie
Brittney Archie is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, focused on child custody and family law matters for Houston families. Licensed in both Texas and Arkansas, Brittney brings dedicated advocacy to parents who need their rights protected and their children’s futures secured.
Her practice centers on helping parents navigate one of the most consequential legal processes they will ever face — custody disputes — with clarity, structure, and unwavering commitment to their outcome. Working within Bryan Fagan’s system, Brittney ensures that every step of your custody case is handled correctly.
Kennisha Norman
Kennisha Norman is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC, serving clients from the firm’s Houston office. With nearly two decades of legal experience, Kennisha brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to helping individuals and families resolve complex legal matters.
Prior to joining the firm, Kennisha operated her own practice, The Dabney-Norman Law Firm, for 18 years, focusing on family law and estate planning. That depth of independent practice means she brings real-world case management, negotiation experience, and deep knowledge of Harris County courts to every client she serves.
Kennisha is also a certified special education teacher — a credential that speaks to her lifelong commitment to advocacy, education, and service to others.
Delphine Maddox
Delphine Maddox is a family law attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC, serving clients from the firm’s Houston office. Delphine is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate challenging legal situations with compassion, determination, and a genuine commitment to ensuring every client feels heard and represented.
From her very first internship in a juvenile court to her work in child welfare and private family law practice, Delphine has been drawn to cases where having the right advocate in your corner makes a real difference. She believes effective legal representation requires not only knowledge of the law — but empathy, clear communication, and a deep understanding of what clients are going through during the hardest moments of their lives.
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FAQs About Our Braeswood Legal Services
Find answers to common questions across our three practice areas.
Harris County courts consider many factors: the child’s age, health, school stability, relationships with each parent, each parent’s work schedule and stability, and any history of abuse or substance issues. Braeswood custody cases often involve multiple school districts, complex support calculations, and high-value assets. Our family law team has extensive experience with these complex factors and knows how Braeswood judges approach custody decisions.