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Gary William Cunha

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  • Waco, TX
  • Licensed for 22 years
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About Gary

Hello, and thank you for viewing my information. I primarily handle family and divorce cases in the Central Texas area (cases that are filed in courts located in McLennan County, Texas).  I am a municipal prosecutor for two cities.  I also handle some bankruptcy (for creditors), business, general civil litigation, personal injury, real estate, tax, and wills & estate planning cases in the Central Texas area. I hold 3 degrees, a doctor of jurisprudence, a bachelor of science in business management, and the police officer standards and training. I live in Hewitt, Texas with my wife, two sons, two dogs, four fish, and a bird.


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My hobbies include working out, working on cars and making Youtube videos about the cars, and playing golf and softball when time permits (which it usually doesn't).  I was the coach the lawyers team in the annual doctors vs. lawyers charity softball game that went on for about 10 years and have coached little league baseball, girls softball, and adult softball teams. 

Practice areas

General practicePersonal injuryBankruptcy and debtFamily
  1. Family: 90%

    Divorce, Annulment, Child Custody and Support, and Pre-marital counseling

    22 years

  2. Bankruptcy and debt: 5%

    Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Debtor and Creditor representation. Current President of the Central Texas Bankruptcy Bar

    24 years

  3. Personal injury: 3%

    car accidents, wrongful death, pain and suffering, slip and fall

    22 years

  4. General practice: 2%

    Include business formation, tax, real estate/property, criminal defense, traffic tickets.

    23 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

100 N. 6th #604
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Gary Cunha, P.C.

100 N. 6th #604
Waco, TX, 76701

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
TXEligible To Practice In Texas 199812/05/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers7
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Republican Nominee for 74th District Court JudgeMcLennan County Republican Party2004
Candidate Justice of the PeaceMcLennan County Republican Party2002
Justice Norvell Memorial AwardDelta Theta Phi1998
DeanDelta Theta Phi1996
PE Student of the YearBurlingame High School1987
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyGary Cunha, P.C.1999 - Present
AttorneyHelton and Associates P C1999 - 1999
Legal Assistant and AttorneyHerring and Associates1997 - 1999
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Central Texas Bankruptcy Bar AssociationPresident2013 - Present
Family Law section SBOTmember2004 - Present
Bankruptcy section SBOTmember2004 - Present
General Practice section SBOTmember2004 - Present
Central Texas Bankruptcy Bar Associationmember1999 - Present
Waco McLennan County Bar Associationmember1998 - Present
McLennan County Criminal Defense Lawyers Associationmember1998 - Present
State Bar of Texasmember1998 - Present
Central Texas Bankruptcy BarVice President2011 - 2013
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Stratford Healthcaresoftware owners manual1994
Stratford Healthcaremonthly newsletter1994
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Baylor UniversityDoctor of Jurisprudence1997
CSU StanislausBachelor of Science1993
College of San MateoPolice Officer Standards and Training1989
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Waco LPA Spring SeminarBankruptcy2013
Republican Women of McLennan CountyJudicial Campaign, 74th District Court2004

Reviews

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Review Gary Cunha

Sole custody with supervised visits at my discretion.

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I was very scared when I came to his office. I have a little boy who wanted to see his Daddy. I wanted to find a way for that to happen,but at my discretion due to substance abuse issues. I wanted to be able to protect my son. I believe that kids should have a healthy stable environment to grow up in. With Mr Cunhas help I custom designed a plan that best suited my needs. I don't have to run back and forth to the courts. He helped me set up child support. He helped me to be fair, but to allow every opportunity for me to let his dad see him with supervision. If for some reason me and his dad cannot coparent, I have other people that can supervise visits. The peace of mind to know my ex cant just jump in the car and go snatch my son from school because he wants to, is priceless. To know I whole heartedly picked the best family lawyer, with my sons interest has blessed me. He is honest, he has experience and is the best advocate for children in Mclennan County.
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Hired attorney

fantastic!!!

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Mr. Cunha was absolutly fantastic! He truly had all of his ducks in a straight row, was really on top of our case in what had to be done and when, and how to fill out the paperwork. When we observed some of the other lawers in the 341 meeting, we thanked the Lord that we were led to Gary's office.

excellent performance

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I had several charges to take care of down in San Marcos, TX. Mr. Cunha was very professional, courteous, and swift in handling my case. He was very informative and helpful during the entire process. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Thanks again Mr. Cunha.

excellent lawyer

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Gary was very informative...he answered every question I had. He was very professional. He worked very hard to get me through my bankruptcy with no problems. Every thing went very smoothly. I was nervous about court and Gary assured me everything would be fine and it was. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

Wonderfully Amazing

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Gary helped me get through a very rough time. I couldn't have gotten through it without him. Will work hard for you, keep you informed, and truly take care of you. You won't find anyone better to have in your corner. I highly recommend him!!!

Attorney endorsements

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Walter Hnot,, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
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Gary is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

Ali Ebrahimzadeh

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Mark Clay, Family Attorney on Oct 18, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Cunha. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first.

Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Kimberly Pinkerton, Family Attorney on Jul 16, 2015
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I highly recommend Gary. He is an asset to the legal community and well respected. He always goes the extra mile for his clients.

Alicia Hall, Family Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
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I endorse Gary. He is well respected by his peers and extremely knowledgeable in the area of family law. I highly recommend him.

Gina Gilstrap, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Angela Brown, General practice Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Danielle Dulaney, Family Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Hilary Bell, Family Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Pavel Savinov, Family Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Steve Fischer, Family Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Gary is a long time Waco attorney. He is often helping other attorneys gain knowledge and learn for himself on our Texas Attorney Groups. I endorse this lawyer.

Patricia Waddell-Stanley, Family Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Kathryn Shepherd, General practice Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Robert von Dohlen, Family Attorney on Dec 19, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Highly active and well-respected in the legal community. Gary understands the difficulties and fears his clients face when dealing with Family Law issues.

Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
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I endorse Gary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Abby Allford, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 31, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lewis Giles, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 24, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. I have personally seen the hard work that he puts in for his clients. He is very knowledgeable about the ins and outs of bankruptcy.

Denton Lessman, General practice Attorney on Jun 7, 2007
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I endorse this lawyer's work. focuses representation on bankrupcy and family law related matter

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$150-$350/hour
    RATES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.25%-50%
    • Pro-bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.5%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card