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11200 Broadway, Suite 2705, Pearland Town Center Building 700, Pearland, TX, 77584
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Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent firm, great to work with
Here's a positive review for Hatchett Law Firm: Working with Hatchett Law Firm has been an excellent experience during a difficult time. The entire team is nothing short of amazing—smart, responsive, and empathetic. Their attention to detail throughout the entire process has been unparalleled. ...
Thank you so much for this very kind and impactful review of your experience of our team. We will continue to pray for your peace and comfort as you journey forward. Please let us kow if there is anything we can do to support you further.
Posted by Gita | October 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Absolutely the best!!!
I want to express my sincere appreciation for the legal services provided by Attorney Cynthia Hatchett and her distinguished law firm. If I were to detail the extent of my positive sentiments towards her and her team, I could write a book. From the very first conversation I had with Attorney Hatche...
Posted by Abegail J. | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
One day my life changed
One day my life changed with a threatening phone call from a relative revealing something that I had NO knowledge about. After speaking with 3 other attorneys THAT DID NOT KNOW each other, they ALL referenced Attorney Cynthia Hatchett for my case. Attorney Hatchett reached out to me and listened ve...
Posted by Bri | August 15, 2023 | Probate
Highly recommend
I called The Hatchett Law Firm in need of a probate attorney unfortunately I needed an attorney in Florida. I had called a lot of other attorneys and none of them were as responsive as this one. I called and one lady said an Intake manager would call me back. Not even 5 minutes had passed and Ms. Ang...
Thank you so much for this kind review. I'm glad to know that Angelene did her best to take care of you, even if you could not hire the firm.
Posted by Don | July 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
My son's guardianship process
I came to the firm back in September 2022 very confused and a little bit afraid of the guardianship process here in Texas. My 15 year old son Daniel's mom had unexpectedly passed, and while she did have a will and a trust set up, I had assumed that the life insurance policy left to him would be aut...
"I cannot say enough amazing things about working with Ms. Hatchett. The level of professionalism, respect, congeniality, and kindness from Ms. Hatchett, her attorneys, and staff impressed me from day one. Absolute first class firm!"
"Attorney Hatchett is a very knowledgeable and caring attorney. She did a wonderful job representing her client and helping to ensure that the guardianship was established. Attorney Hatchett is truly professional and a great attorney!"
"My clients are very important to me. Sometimes they have legal matters that I do not handle. One is probate and another is Wills. However, that is Cynthia's area of expertise. I refer my clients to her for those matters because I know they will have a very good and competent lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"Cynthia has a wealth of experience that proves very beneficial to the clients she serves. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently handled a mediation for her. It was a pleasure working with her. She is very efficient and knows what she is doing. She is thoroughly prepared. I look forward to working with her again."
"Cynthia is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Cynthia's clients and her colleagues are all in full agreement that she is a compassionate, sensitive, knowledgeable practitioner who prides herself on being intensely prepared for any matter that she takes on. She mixes skill and personal warmth in a way that allows her to represent her clients with patience and effectiveness. She is a highly experienced attorney whom I strongly recommend."
"Ms. Hatchett is a knowlegeable and talented advocate for her clients. It is with pleasure that I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms Hatchett has a wealth of experience that serves not only her clients, but the legal community really well."
"Ms. Hatchett is a knowledgeable and conscientious resource for her clients and others in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Hatchett is an asset to the legal community and the public in general. She is a true advocate for her clients. I endorse and highly recommend her."
"Ms. Hatchett aids the legal community and the community at large with her thoughtful responses to legal inquiries."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is talented and creative at finding ethical solutions for those she serves."
"Cynthia is a true professional. While I certainly have a biased opinion, I sincerely endorse this lawyer."
"I met Cynthia in my 3rd year of practice 17 years ago. She has been a great resource and mentor for me as an attorney and a business owner. She has always encouraged me to live by faith and to use my practice to serve others. I have also worked along side her on cases and Cynthia always demonstrated the highest level of dedication, integrity and compassion."
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Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2023
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2022
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2022
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2021
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2020
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2008 - Present
Attorney, Hatchett Law Firm
2002 - 2008
Wealth Advisor- Vice President, JP Morgan Private Client Services
1996 - 2002
Managing Partner, Hatchett Law Firm
1991 - 1996
Partner, Boudreaux, Hatchett, Washington and Sparks
2021 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2019 - Present
Houston Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Attorneys in Tax and ProbateMember
2015 - Present
Brazoria County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Professional Women in Business Club of Pearland/FriendswoodMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust SectionMember
1993 - Present
Disability and Elder Law Attorneys AssociationMember
1991 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2015 - 2016
Christian Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - 2017
Rotary ClubMember
2015 - 2017
Counseling Connections for ChangeBoard of Director
2015 - 2016
Fort Bend County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2021
Professional Women in Business Club of Pearland/FriendswoodBoard Member
2006 - 2007
Houston Bar AssociationCommittee Co Chair
2006 - 2006
Attorneys in Tax and ProbatePast President
2001 - 2007
Texas Bar FoundationFellow
1998 - 2003
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
1994 - 2006
State Bar of Texas Diversity in the Profession CommitteeCommittee Member
1993 - 1995
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1993 - 2008
Houston Bar AssociationMember
1992 - 1995
American Bar AssociationMember
Jury determined that the girlfriend was not the spouse and children prevail.
Case resolved!
Case resolved!
Court found in favor of our client and set aside the transfer of the property that was wrongfully converted thus returning a substantial asset to the estate. Case eventually settled through mediation.
Case settled for a substantial amount (confidential) despite the damaging evidence against the teenager.
Jury found in favor of our client, including an award for attorneys fees.
Jury held in our client's favor finding that she was entitled to full share of estate as a child adopted by estoppel.
Guardianship was initiated for the Aunt and the Deeds were set aside and property returned to her estate.
1991
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1991
JD/MBA
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2022
8 Secrets to Saving Money During Probate
2022
Hanging Your Shingle
2021
Hanging Your Shingle
2021
Creating Your Legacy
2020
Hanging Your Shingle
2020
Protecting Your Legacy
2018
What you need to know about the Heirship and Guardianship Process in Texas
2015
Casting a Vision-Building a Legacy
2008
2006
Conference Planner/Speaker
2005
Role of the Corporate Trustee
2004
Role of Fiduciary
1997
The Ad Litem Operating Manual
1995
Ad Litem Certification
1994
Conference Roundtable Leader/Event Committee Planner
2008
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