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11200 Broadway, Suite 2705, Pearland Town Center Building 700, Pearland, TX, 77584
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Posted by Veronica | December 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Probate
A Rock Through A Storm
Attorney Hatchett and her team have been such a rock through the storm that I have been going through with settling my late husband’s affairs. Cynthia’s knowledge and expertise has given me the upmost confidence that every detail is being handled appropriately and as quickly as possible. Without her ...
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 Angie | August 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Greatest Attorneys
This Law Firm was highly recommended to me. Attorney Cynthia along with the entire team of the Hatchett Law Firm have been very supportive and helpful while providing excellent legal counsel for my case. I'm grateful to have them for my case.
Posted by Jonathan | June 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Mrs. Hatchett cared for me as a client and as a person in need
I needed an attorney to help me become my father's guardian. I did not even know where to start looking. An attorney friend who lives out of state researched the Hatchett Law Firm and recommended them based on his research. I am the luckiest person since Hatchett Law and I started doing business to...
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Guardianship
We hired Cynthia to gain guardianship of my 84 yr old mother, who had been diagnosed with dementia and exhibited increasingly troubling symptoms. Turned out Mom was being exploited by her boyfriend and another woman, who were working to gain control over her finances and did not want her taken from...
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review of your experience working with our firm. Because of the details of this review, I am certain I know who you are. I want to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing our firm to help you at the most difficult time in your mother's life and your life. You handled yourself honorably throughout the ordeal. Your mom's legacy is in your hands and I know it is safe with you! God Bless!
"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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