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Melissa Orozco Garci Martin
also known as Melissa Garcia Martin, Melissa G. Martin
About Melissa
Biography
We make your business our business by helping you avoid and resolve problems at work. We focus on our client's goals by defining what is important to you and then formulating a plan to give you the best chance in achieving those goals.
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Licensed in Texas for 22 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2003
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Location
Garcia-Martin & Martin, P.C.
12946 S. Dairy Ashford Rd., STE. 220, Sugar Land, TX, 77478
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Melissa Orozco Garci Martin's Reviews
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Posted by Ashley B. | April 8, 2015
Great Lawyer and Great Person
Melissa has provided me with legal advice and contract write up for the purchase of my two companies. She is extremely thorough in her work and helped me to look at the deals from all angles. Melissa also offers me legal advice on any business issue that has arisen including employment issues, cont...
Posted by Darren | March 22, 2015
very professional
Melissa Martin is an excellent attorney. She is professional, knowledgeable, efficient and timely. I will continue our relationship with her for the long term and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney that you can trust. Sincerely, Darren J. Talley Talley Financial Al...
Posted by Jeremiah | March 11, 2015
Awesome Business Formation Experience
When it came time for us to form our LLC, Melissa Garcia-Martin was our first choice. She was everything we were looking for in a small business lawyer. Mrs. Martin and her assistant were both very quick to respond to any questions or concerns my partner and I had about forming our partnership. Not h...
Melissa Orozco Garci Martin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer on employment litigation matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Melissa and I have collaborated on creating strategic alternatives for a large international client. She blends practical experience with strong technical expertise. I highly recommend her to prospective clients."
"Melissa is a thoughtful, well organized and highly proactive lawyer. I have greatly enjoyed spending time with her. I strongly recommend her."
"Melissa is a very professional attorney. I always recommend her to my clients. They are very happy with her services. I enthusiastically endorse her!"
"I've known Melissa for a few years now and I love that she is always consistent in her work product. Not only does she get the job done, but she does it well. Melissa is an outstanding attorney and a wonderful person."
"I endorse Melissa Martin for legal advice for your small business. Melissa is a strong advocate and knows how to help you with the legal pitfalls and challenges that arise as you build your business."
"Melissa Martin is an honest, intelligent, and dedicated attorney. Her successful efforts in the field of employment law are widely known by her peers, especially in Fort Bend County and Harris County. If you are an employee who has been mistreated by a former or current employer, or if you are an employer facing workplace related accusations by a current or former employee, Melissa Martin will educate you regarding your rights, or obligations, and will shepherd you through the legal process in a manner that best protects your interests. Melissa is hardworking, and she will tell you the informed truth about your case. She is known and respected by the Judges as well as her opponents in the Courts in which she fights for her clients. I fully recommend Melissa Martin for her conscientious and relentless work in the field of employment law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is caring and compassionate. She's a true advocate for her clients."
"Melissa is knowledgeable, meticulous, and compassionate. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is a very knowledgeable Labor and Employment attorney. I have enjoyed having the opportunity to get to know her."
"Melissa is excellent counsel in both transactional and litigation matters. She is of the highest integrity and I have referred her to dozens of people over the years with positive feedback from all."
"Melissa is an amazing attorney. She takes the time to find out her clients' needs and wants and works tirelessly to obtain those goals. She puts this same effort into many charitable and non-profit organizations throughout her community."
"I endorse this lawyer for being ethical and knowledgeable."
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Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Houston's Top Lawyer-Labor & Employment, H Texas Magazine
2016
Houston's Top Lawyers-Labor & Employment, H Texas Magazine
2015
Houston's Top Lawyers-Labor and Employment, H-Texas Magazine
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Houston's Top Lawyers-Labor and Employment, H-Texas Magazine
2013
Best Attorneys in Ft. Bend County, Living Magazine
2012
Board Member of the Year, Central Ft. Bend Chamber
2006
Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
N/A
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Shareholder/Attorney, Garcia-Martin & Martin, P.C.
2003 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Abbott, Simses & Kuchler, APLC
2001 - 2002
Law Clerk, 157th Civil District Court-Harris County
Associations
2015 - Present
Central Ft. Bend ChamberChairman of the Board
2015 - Present
Harris County Dispute Resolution CenterVolunteer Mediator
2015 - Present
Texas Lawyer's Groupmember
2015 - Present
Martindale Hubbellmember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Business Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Access HealthBoard Member
2013 - Present
TexanaAdvisory Board Member
2013 - Present
5th Circuit Court of AppealsAdmitted to Practice
2012 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2009 - Present
Fort Bend County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Fort Bend Lawyer's CareVolunteer Attorney
2011 - 2012
Ft. Bend County Bar AssociationSecretary
2010 - 2013
Ft. Bend County Women's CenterBoard Member
2004 - 2007
Hispanic Bar Association of HoustonBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Non-Compete Case
After we presented evidence that the non-compete was unenforceable, the Judge ruled in our client's favor.
Work Force Commission Appeal
Client who had resigned due to hostile working conditions was granted unemployment benefits after arguing that our client had no choice but to resign and therefore should be granted unemployment benefits.
Non-Compete Case
Obtained Injunctive relief after we proved the enforceability of the non-compete agreement.
FLSA (overtime case)
Successfully resolved an overtime case for a client whose employer failed to pay overtime.
Non-compete case
Obtained injunctive relief proving enforceability of a non-compete and recovered a monetary settlement favorable to the client.
Education
2002
South Texas College of Law
Speaking Engagements
2016
Employment Law Lunchinar Series
Hiring Policies and Procedures
2015
Employment Law in the Bend
Employment Law Overview
2009
U of H Small Business Development Ctr
Business Law
Publications
2011
Inside Rose-Rich Magazine
The Pitfalls of Overtime Law
2010
Inside Rose-Rich Magazine
Understanding Non-Compete Agreements
2010
Inside Rose-Rich Magazine
Identifying an Employee vs. an Independent Contractor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers