also known as Chelsie King Garza, Houston Personal Injury Attorney
Chelsie Garza is an experienced litigator who has tried cases extensively in state and federal of the office, Chelsie Garza’s life is dedicated to her two children. In order to balance a busy litigation docket and a family life, she hones her skill of multi-tasking and exploits her inability to accept down time. Chelsie grew up sharing time between the small California Death Valley town Trona and New York/New Jersey metroplex. This dichotomy between small town and big city illustrates her ability to fit in anywhere. She was educated on the East Coast, completing her undergraduate degree inNew Jerseyand law school inWashington,DC, yet she has put down roots inTexas.
Just as she dedicates herself to her children, she pours herself into each and every case. Chelsie recently tried a medical malpractice case for a client who will forever have a colostomy as a result of a botched hysterectomy. Chelsie was able to obtain a verdict which was intended to compensate her client for past and future damages. Prior to that, Chelsie successfully settled a claim with a major medical provider after her client was tragically rendered a quadriplegic following a routine exam. She was able to obtain lifetime support for the client and his family.
Not only does Chelsie work to help those who have suffered horrible injuries; she has also worked on many pro bono cases. She recently handled a case that positively changed the coming and going rule for the entire State ofTexasin regards to workers’ compensation. Her work on a case for former Houston Police Officer, Eluid Hinojosa, helped get him workers’ compensation benefits after he was injured during the call of duty. Chelsie worked as a zealous advocate and was able to obtain a ruling that set precedent.
Chelsie is also actively working to improve the community and is a member of the Tahirih Justice Center. This organization was founded in 1997 to provide immigrant women and girls legal assistance to help them gain legal protection and immigration status under U.S. Law. While managing an extensive case load and donating her time to worthy causes, she still makes time for fun. Recently, she placed third in the First Annual Abraham, Watkins Skeet Shoot.
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Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2015 | Personal Injury
Professional and Knowledgeable
Chelsie King Garza was very helpful to me. I needed support for filing an automobile injury claim and found her to be at all times very knowledgeable and supportive. I was from out of state and especially needed someone who understood the local legal environment and who could at the same time help me...
Posted by Robert and Laura | March 13, 2012 | Personal Injury
Wonderful and Tustworthy Group to Work With
Several months ago my sister and I believed our elderly mother may have suffered a life changing injury and we decided to pursue a legal course to determine whether she had a case or not. Our mother lives in Texas and we live in Colorado and Connecticut. Not knowing any lawyers in Texas, I went to ...
"Chelsie King Garza is one of the most outstanding lawyers in the Houston Area. She has the experience, skills, and overall ability to get the results clients need at trial. Hands Down one of the best trial attorneys in Texas."
"I unequivocally endorse Chelsie. She is very well respected in the legal community and is committed to her clients and getting the best result for her clients."
"Chelsie Garza has an ability to pay meticulous attention to detail while being able to see the big picture. She is extremely personable. Ms. Garza is a fantastic litigator who can explain difficult concepts to both clients and juries."
"Chelsie is one of the finest litigators you will find. Her passion for helping her clients is unmatched."
"Chelsie is an excellent medical malpractice attorney. She works very hard to obtain the best possible results for her clients and is highly regarded in the legal community. It is with great honor that I highly endorse Chelsie Garza."
"Chelsie is highly respected for her medical malpractice skills, and is often asked to speak to groups on case intake and management best practices. I recommend working with her."
"I endorse this lawyer. She has worked with me for several years at Abraham Watkins. She has a painstaking attention to detail, works hard for her clients, and has excellent legal skills. I would recommend her for any litigation matter, she is an asset to our firm."
"I endorse this lawyer. She worked for me for several years at a prior law firm. She works hard and has great legal skills. I would recommend her for any litigation matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chelsie is a top-notch litigator and person. She is personable, intelligent, and aggressive as a lawyer."
"Chelsie Garza has served as an excellent resource both to me and to the legal community at large. She frequently speaks on, and consults with other lawyers about, developments in the medical malpractice field. I would not hesitate to send a case to her."
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2015
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2015
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2015
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2014
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2014
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2014
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2014
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2013
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2013
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2012
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2011
Fellow, Houston Young Lawyers Association
2007 - 2014
Associate, Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend
2001 - 2006
Associate, Porter & Hedges, LP
2000 - 2001
Associate, Riker, Danzig, Scherer, Hyland & Perretti, L.L.P.
1999 - 2000
Law Clerk, Kenneth MacKenzie, Prising Judge Chancery, Superior Court of New Jersey
2014 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Women and the Law SectionChair Elect
2014 - Present
Texas Women RainmakersSteering Committee
2014 - Present
HBA Legal LinesVolunteer
2013 - Present
Tahirih Justice CenterCampaign Coordinator - Texas Bighearted Attorneys Campaign
2013 - Present
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial LawyersMember
2011 - Present
Association of Women AttorneysMember
2011 - Present
Women & the Law Section of the State BarCouncil Member
2011 - Present
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2015 - 2016
State Bar of Texas, Women and the Law SectionChair
2015 - 2015
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2014 - 2014
Tahirih Justice CenterCo-chair BigHearted Attorneys Campaign
2013 - 2013
Executive Mom's SocietyDirector of Sponsorhip
2013 - 2014
HBA Gender Fairness CommitteeCo-Chair
2013 - 2014
State Bar Women in the Law SectionVice-Chair of Membership
2012 - 2013
Houston Bar AssociationCommunities in School Committeee Member
2011 - 2014
Houston Bar AssociationGender Fairness Committee Member
Jury verdict of $1.9 million
Confidential settlement was reached
Case was settled for 4.2 million
Confidential settlement
$1,223,000 verdict
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JD - Juris Doctor
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Lessons from Our Past - History of Women and the Law
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Building and Enhancing Your Law Practice
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Mental Anguish: The Overlooked Element of Damages
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How to Succeed in a Plaintiff's Practice
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How to Obtain Potential Clients
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Practicing Personal Injury Litigation Today
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