Capitalizing on her 17 years of experience as a teacher and principal in the field of public education, Susan Soto helped students and their parents navigate the education system and supported teachers and other school district employees in employment matters.
In 2020, Susan closed her private school law practice and joined Lone Star Legal Aid as a Staff Attorney in the Conroe Branch Office.
Practice areas
Client-centered work at the third largest free legal aid provider in the U.S.
2 years, 75 cases
11 years, 150 cases
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2011 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 292 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2021 |
Houston's Top Lawyers List | H Texas Magazine | 2017 |
Top Lawyers list | Houstonia Magazine | 2017 |
Houston's Top Lawyers List | H Texas Magazine | 2016 |
Top Lawyers List | Houstonia Magazine | 2016 |
Houston's Top Lawyers List | H Texas Magazine | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Staff Attorney | Lone Star Legal Aid | 2020 - Present |
Admitted to the federal bar | United States District Court (So. Dist. TX) | 2013 - Present |
Attorney at Law | The Law Office of Susan H. Soto | 2012 - 2020 |
Associate Attorney | Watts & Associates | 2011 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Houston Bar Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Lions Clubs International | Member | 2002 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Houston Lawyer | A Parent's Guide to Working with School Districts to Resolve Conflicts Involving Unique Needs of LGBTQ Students | 2017 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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South Texas College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
University of Houston | Master of Education | 1999 |
State University of New York, College at Fredonia | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1990 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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HBA Seminar | "A Teacher, a Student, and a Parent Walk into a Bar..." (school law for lawyers) | 2018 |
CLE luncheon | "A Teacher, a Student, and a Parent Walk into a Bar..." (school law for lawyers) | 2018 |
Public Forum | Presentation on Parents' Rights | 2016 |
Public Forum in Katy, TX | Panelist: The State of Local Public Education | 2011 |
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Chigozie Odediran, Education Attorney on Jan 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. As an education attorney myself, I can state with no reservations, that Ms Soto is vastly knowledgeable in this area. Her experience is incomparable. Great attorney to have on your side.
Cynthia Hatchett, Education Attorney on Jun 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
We are fortunate to have such a fine lawyer in our community. I endorse this lawyer.
Chigozie Odediran, Education Attorney on Jan 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. As an education attorney myself, I can state with no reservations, that Ms Soto is vastly knowledgeable in this area. Her experience is incomparable. Great attorney to have on your side.
Cynthia Hatchett, Education Attorney on Jun 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
We are fortunate to have such a fine lawyer in our community. I endorse this lawyer.
Karri Axtell, Education Attorney on May 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Susan is a kind and compassionate attorney who represents her clients with great skill and professionalism. She is a pleasure to work with and is a tremendous asset to the Texas Bar.
Sherrie Travers, Education Attorney on Jan 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Not only is Susan Soto an excellent attorney, she is a former educator. She is an expert in education law from the inside out. Ms. Soto is respected by both judges and lawyers. I endorse her without reservation.
Lori Laird, Education Attorney on Jan 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Susan has an excellent reputation in the community and extensive experience in the area of education law. I endorse this attorney.
Andrew Tolchin, Education Attorney on Dec 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Susan Soto for education law. Susan comes to the legal profession with years of real world experience as an administrator in the education system. Susan also knows education law and is a zealous advocate for her clients. I fully endorse Susan Soto.
Mario Vasquez, Education Attorney on Dec 20, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Ms. Soto is an excellent speaker on behalf of school employees in grievances and terminations, I endorse and recommend her in the field of education law.
Christopher Leroi, Education Attorney on Sep 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Soto is really a superb attorney. I love reading her answers to questions on Avvo and learning from her expertise and her incredible advise. I have been an attorney, judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and law professor, and I still learn from her every day. I would highly recommend her to everyone and anyone on Avvo.
Malosack Berjis, Education Attorney on Jun 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Howard Lewis, Education Attorney on Mar 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Soto is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services.
Mary Stevenson, Education Attorney on Mar 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I heartily endorse Susan Soto. Her background in both education and law make her knowledgeable and competent to tackle a wide variety of clients' school law needs. Susan is also personable and diligent and will take utmost care to insure that her clients receive excellent representation.
Kevin Jones, Education Attorney on Mar 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Soto's 20+ years of experience as a school principal makes her uniquely qualified to handle education related legal issues. She knows her way around the school system as only an insider can. Her work as a school administrator gives her insight most lawyers don't see. I endorse this lawyer.