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Lori Elaine Hall Laird
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Biography
Lori Elaine Laird is a Texas attorney and mediator. Prior to becoming an attorney she was a police officer, serving as a patrol officer, a patrol sergeant, hostage negotiator and member of the department’s Honor Guard. She was also an instructor at the police academy teaching the United States and Texas Constitutions and Police Professionalism and Ethics to police officers from across the state.
Among her diverse skill set, she renders legal advice and support to her investigative team, appears as counsel before the Court in pre-trial matters, trial, litigation and appeals. She has the sound ability to conduct thorough legal research and an exceptional ability to understand and present complex legal theories in a courtroom setting. Ms. Laird is admitted to practice in all Texas State Courts as well as admission to the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas and the United States Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit. She is also a certified mediator and holds certification qualifying her as an advanced family law mediator.
Lori is an honors graduate from the University of Clear Lake receiving her Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She went on to receive her Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law where she was a Dean’s Merit scholarship recipient as well as a member of Phi Delta Phi- the honors legal fraternity. During her tenure at law school she was also a contributing writer for two law journals and Editor in Chief for one. She was also a journalist and eventually editor in Chief of the law school newspaper. Lori also worked for a local civil litigation law firm and interned at the First Court of Appeals in Houston, Texas.
When asked about her legal style, Lori characterizes it as follows: “I utilize all of the tools at my disposal. My experience as a police officer places me in a unique position in all types of cases to dissect a case, find inconsistencies and “get into the head” of the officers or other parties in the case. If mistakes where made–who better to be able to identify them then a former police officer–someone trained in investigation? My creative approach can often be the difference between a dismissal in a case, a reduction in charges or even a Not Guilty finding by a jury or judge. I feel at home in a courtroom and am a zealous advocate for my clients. I use my skills to obtain the best possible results for my clients.”
Lori applies the same approach, not just in criminal cases, but in all litigation cases–family law cases, divorces, custody battles, and personal injury or civil law cases. She believes strongly in the adversarial system and puts the opposing party to their burden of proof. She believes in passionately and wholeheartedly defending the needs and interests of her clients.
The best defense is a good offense and in the legal world that means hiring an experienced aggressive attorney who understand not only the law- but is also an astute student of human nature- how to negotiate, when to agree, when to fight, how to pick a jury and how to bring your personal story to the jury in a way that gets you the best possible results. Need legal help? Have a legal problem? Call today and let her develop a personalized action plan to assist you with your legal needs.
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Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
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Law Office of Lori Elaine Laird PPLC
711 W. Bay Area Blvd., Suite 420, Suite 107, Webster, TX, 77598
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Posted by Laura | May 24, 2012 | Family
WONDERFUL ATTORNEY
Lori is one of the best attorneys I have ever run across and I work in a Family Law firm. My boyfriend and I hired her for his divorce/child custody case in which he wanted primary of his twin boys. She was on the case for one year and took it to a 4 week jury trial (more progress than we had gotte...
Posted by Joni | November 21, 2011 | Child Custody
Truely Amazing!!!
Truely Amazing!!! Ended up going to trial in regards to a custody battle and we ended up getting more than what we asked for!! Lori was always available to help and answer questions whenever I needed her. She was comforting and really made such a difficult time easier. During trial she was a firecr...
Posted by Dale | May 08, 2011 | Family
The Perfect Divorce Attoney
Lori Elaine Laird is the perfect attorney to handle family and divorce law. She is very astute in her field, and has the presence of mind to be gentle when needed and aggressive when important. I give my personal recommendation of her service in divorce cases. She is a life saver for her clients. ...
Posted by Marcie | May 02, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Caring and Compassionate Lawyer
I had a very nasty divorce case. My ex husband was abusive and left me for another woman. I hired an attorney who was not helping me and my ex decided he would challenge me for custody of our daughter. Everything went downhill and my lawyer wasn't good enough to help me. Then I found Lori. Every...
Posted by Barbara | April 20, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Job
From our first meeting I knew I had the right attorney. She set me at ease , answered all my many questions and continually assured me that she was fighting for me. That was exactly what I needed! Lori is very knowledgeable of the law and creates a powerful presence in the courtroom. She has a passio...
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"I endorse Lori Laird for criminal defense and family law. Lori is highly respected in the legal community-- a lawyer's lawyer-- someone attorneys will contact for legal advice on how to practice even better. Lori is an accomplished trial attorney. Lori is extremely smart, knows the law, and very easy to talk to. Lori is even invited on to the radio show, "Ask the Expert", where she takes legal questions from callers and answers them on the spot. Without reservation, I endorse attorney Lori Laird."
"Ms. Laird is fearless as a lawyer who truly believes in "Justice for All". She provides clear insights on how the law works best for her clients and will strongly advocate for their legal rights. I highly endorse her for criminal and family law cases."
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"Lori is an amazing and effective attorney. She lead the crusade to remove an abusive and dishonest Judge from the bench in Galveston County. Her courage and thoroughness was a driving force in the removal case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lori is a fearless attorney who is not afraid to take on difficult cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Laird is a hard working attorney and gets excellent results for her clients."
"I saw Lori in action in Child Support Court and also watched her take on a horrible judge in Galveston County. She is fearless yet likeable which makes for a super combination."
"I know Lori as both a fellow lawyer in the community and a friend and I can tell you Lori's reputation is one of a person that knows her subject matter and knows how to get things done! Anybody would be fortunate to have Lori as their lawyer."
"Lori Laird is one of the best opposing counsels I have dealt with during my nearly 17 1/2 years of practicing family law in the Galveston County area. She is a tenacious advocate for her clients but also has the experience to know when and how to negotiate the most beneficial outcome for her clients. I would use Ms. Laird as my counsel if the need ever arose in my personal life."
"Lori Laird is an advocate for her clients and champions their causes. She knows what she is doing."
"Lori Elaine Laird was born arguing and winning. She has a natural ability in the court room that is a rare sight to see. She can think on her feet and is one of the most brilliant minds I've ever known. I have every faith in her abilities to represent clients in both civil and criminal litigation to the fullest. Her office staff is amazing and on top of everything."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2013
Top Contributor Litigation, AVVO
2013
Client's choice, AVVO
2013
Top Contributor Criminal Law, AVVO
2013
Top Contributor Family Law, AVVO
2013
Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
2012
Client's choice Family Law, AVVO
2012
Client's choice Litigation, AVVO
2012
Client's Choice Appeals, AVVO
2006
Volunteer Attorney, National Adoption Day
2006
Advanced Family Mediation, University of Houston
2006
Mediation Certification, South Texas College of Law
2005
Pro Bono Award, Galveston County Bar Association
2003
Winner, Spurgeon Bell Moot Court Competition
2003
Annotations Award, South Texas College of Law
2002
Advanced Westlaw Training Course, Westlaw
2001
Dean's Merit Scholarship Award, South Texas College of Law
2001
Legal Honor's Fraternity Membership, Phi Delta Phi
2000
Principle Based Leadership Skills, Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool
1999
Listed on National Dean's List, National Dean's List
1998
Oak Award, City of Baytown
1997
Dean's List, University of Houston- Clear Lake
1997
Dean's List, University of Houston- Clear Lake
1990
50 mile award, Harris County Sheriff's Academy
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Office of Lori Elaine Laird, PLLC
2014 - 2014
Attorney, United States Supreme Court
2008 - 2010
Patrol Sergeant, Baytown Police Department
2008 - 2010
Hostage Negotiator, Baytown Police Department
2006 - 2011
Partner, Laird ~ Valdez, LLP
2005 - 2014
Attorney, United States District Court Southern District Of Texas
2005 - 2006
Personnel and Media Relations Officer, Baytown Police Department
1998 - 2000
Instructor, Police Academy Instructor
1990 - 1997
Patrol officer, Baytown Police Department
Associations
2013 - Present
National Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2013 - Present
Federal Bar Association
2012 - Present
Texas Family Law Foundation
2011 - Present
Pasadena Philharmonic SocietyTrustee
2011 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Immigration and Nationality Law Section
2009 - Present
Galveston County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2009 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2009 - Present
College of the State Bar of Texas
2009 - Present
State Bar of Texas Family Law Section
2008 - Present
Bay Area Bar Association
2008 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Criminal Justice Section
Sample of Legal Cases
Sexual Assault
5 felonies charges- 5 not guilty verdicts
Sexual Assault
Mistrial. D.A. refiled case- but we plead it out to a deferred adjudicated misdeameanor assault-
Education
2004
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Houston, Clear Lake
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Galveston County Juvenile Justice CLE
Search & Seizure
2008
Galveston County Juvenile Justice
Juvenile Law
2007
Galveston County Juvenile Justice
Juvenile Law
2006
Law Office Management Course
Law Office Management
2002
Basic Police Academy
Police Professionalism and Ethics
2002
Basic Police Academy
Texas Constitution
2002
Basic Police Academy
United States Constitution
Publications
2014
Texas Monthly Magazine
Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2014
2014
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars 2014
2004
2004
2004
State Bar Section Report Corporate Counsel
Locked up or Locked out? Minority Stock Holders May Hold the Key! Spring 2004, Vol. 2, No. 1
2003
Currents: International Trade Law Journal
SPACE RESUSCITATION: CAPITALISM TO THE RESCUE? WHEN INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION BECOMES INTERNATIONAL COMPLICATION
2003
2003
Languages
English
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