Trusted Legal Representation for Family Law, Criminal Defense & Estate Planning in Midtown
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Serving Midtown and the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex with Dedicated Legal Expertise
Tailored Legal Solutions for Each Client's Unique Case in Midtown
We offer comprehensive family law and estate planning services, including:
Family Law
Family Law in Midtown
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Family Law in Midtown
Harris County courts handle a high volume of family law matters affecting families across Midtown's diverse neighborhoods.
Custody & Support in Midtown
Child custody disputes often involve multiple school districts and complex support arrangements across Harris County.
Criminal Cases in Midtown
Harris County courts handle a high volume of criminal matters with experienced prosecutors and judges.
DWI & Felony Defense
DWI arrests and felony charges carry serious consequences including license suspension and potential imprisonment.
Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense in Midtown
Nearby Cities We Serve for Criminal Defense:
Estate Planning
Estate Planning in Midtown
Nearby Cities We Serve for Estate planning:
Property & Assets in Midtown
Midtown properties and business assets require comprehensive estate planning.
Probate & Legacy Planning
Proper estate planning in Midtown avoids probate delays, reduces costs, and protects privacy.
Probate in Midtown
Probate courts in Harris County handle estate administration, asset distribution, and inheritance matters.
Guardianship Proceedings
Minor and adult guardianship cases require court approval and ongoing compliance with Texas law.
Probate & Guardianship
Probate and Guardianship in Midtown
Probate courts in Harris County and surrounding counties 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 Harris County courts. We handle the technical requirements and court filings so families can focus on the transition.
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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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Why Midtown Residents Choose Bryan Fagan Law Firm
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