Stephen A. Mendel
Houston, Texas · United States
★ 5.0 (64reviews)
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Stephen A. Mendel is a business law attorney in Houston, TX with 38 years of experience. Stephen focuses on contracts and probate cases.
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Attorneys & Counselors, Houston, Texas 77007
Client reviews · ★ 5.0 (64)
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- ★★★★★Not what you expect
Vikki ·
I have encountered several attorneys through out my life and have to rank Robert as the best of the best. He knows his stuff and has a way of making you feel comfortable in uncomfortable situations.
- ★★★★★Thomson Law Firm Review
Carolyna · business law ·
I recently hired Rob to make a few changes to my LLC and create a letter of liability for my accounts. I have a unique business and the letter of liability needed to be tailored to my specific needs. He got to it promptly and had everything I needed! Thank you Rob!
- ★★★★★Excellent Estate Litigator
Kevin · estate planning ·
I just want to say I am so glad that another attorney referred me to Mr. Colin Guy to represent me in contesting the disposition of my late father's estate. My stepmother decided she was going to disregard my his final wishes and try to steal my inheritance. Due to the relatively low dollar amount in volved, I was finding it hard to get someone to represent me. Colin listened to story, took my case, and forced her to pay me like my dad wanted. He did it because what she was doing was wrong,.not because there was alot of money in it for him if you are looking for a tough, smart, hard-nosed attorney that does not mind getting nasty if necessary, Colin is your guy.
- ★★★★★Warm and Friendly Estate Planning Attorney
Marida · estate planning ·
Attorney Schwartz was very professional and personable. He took time to answer all my questions regarding my will, health and POA. He reviewed all doucements with me. As a grandmother I feel very confortable that he addressed all my estate planning needs and concerns. I am recommending him to my friends and family.
- ★★★★★Probate
anonymous · estate planning ·
I hired Mr. Schwartz to assist me in a probate matter. He was professional, responsive, and knowledgeable. His knowledge helped me tremendously.
- ★★★★★Excellent
Tony Barrero ·
One of the best lawyers I have ever dealt with, she's responsive, and her attention to detail are second to none, I will recommend her 100 % She responded to our request the same day we reached out. she treated our simple problem like it was the utmost importance.
- ★★★★★Review of Services offered by Jeff Bock
Jacques ·
I have known Jeff for 5 years and I highly recommend him. He has been an excellent attorney and counsellor for our family and for people that I have referred to him. Not only does he bring expertise and excellent legal advice but he does it in a very friendly and caring approach. I feel very comfort able and secure in using his services.
- ★★★★★Jeffrey B. Bock, a Fine Lawyer
Harriet and Paul · estate planning ·
During the fourteen years that we have known Jeff Bock and have availed ourselves of his legal services, we have found him to be knowledgeable, communicative, and personable. He has assisted us with family members' estate settlements and our own estate planning, always with compassion and an understa nding of our family situation and needs. Along with his paralegal staff, we consider Jeff not only our attorney but also our friend.
- ★★★★★Incredible attorney
David ·
I have dealt with Mr. Bock for over 20 years. He is the most competent attorney I know. I would trust him with my life. Part of his appeal, besides his brilliance, is his ability to communicate at my level, so I feel comfortable dealing with him. If you are looking for an excellent attorney who c ares, and is honest, knowledgeable, and down to earth, Jeffrey Bock is the man to choose. David
- ★★★★★Great Lawyer
Christopher · family law ·
I retained Mr. King to help me in a hotly contested custody issue. Not only was he knowledgeable about the law, he showed compassion and understanding in a very stressful time. I would hire him again or recommend him to my friends and family.
- ★★★★★Business Owner
steve · real estate ·
Lee and his partner handled a ugly legal problem with me regarding real estate. He was very professional and helped me win my case and avoid further litigation. He was very informed of all the issues. Glad he was my lawyer. I would highly recommend him and use him again.
- ★★★★★The best lawyer I ever used.
anonymous · litigation ·
The best lawyer I ever met and did a speedily excellent job working on my case and closing it.
- ★★★★★Great
anonymous ·
It was great he made things more clear for me and told me what was wrong with my specific problem, I would've hired him but I'm only a minor. He made getting legal advice not scary and really easy!
- ★★★★★Age of majority
anonymous · family law ·
Mr King’s Consultation provided me with knowledge I was not aware of. He suggested some avenues I can explore to resolve the situation, however, my position is unique, as I can neither contact the bio-mom or the bio-dad for the information I would need to let my grandchild know he can leave. I am tha nkful Mr King reached out in answer to my questions. His last comment was that he cares. I believe he truly does!
- ★★★★★Excellent service with timely response and availability
Oswaldo ·
We meet Janson trough our CPA and we are very glad that we got the recommendation. Jason service and professionalism was exceptional, he made sure we understood he was and is available for any questions and concerns we had regarding his services and law questions in general. His turnaround for work a nd paperwork was timely and with very much attention to detail which made all process very smooth. We will definitely hire Jason and we strongly recommend his services.
- ★★★★★Estate Planning
Matt · estate planning ·
My wife and I were referred to Jason by our financial advisor for our estate planning documents, and we could not be happier. Jason is extremely knowledgeable and able to clearly and concisely explain the best way to draft the documents to match our particular and somewhat complex wants and needs. We would highly recommend using Jason and plan to continue working with him in the years to come.
- ★★★★★Convenient, uncomplicated, and a pleasant experience.
Steve · estate planning ·
Mr. Vance is easy to work with, he comes to you. He paid attention to my needs so we didn't need to go back and forth a bunch to get it right. He's also a pleasure to deal with, which helps when you are talking about your will.
- ★★★★★Updated Wills and Associated Documents
Chris · estate planning ·
Jason came recommended by our financial planner. He made the process easy. He met us in our part of town, so he was convenient. He answered all questions thoroughly, and handled the paperwork. It was a great experience.
- ★★★★★Got the Job Done
Dana · estate planning ·
My mother and I hired Mr. Vance after the death of my father to handle the probate. Even though our case was very simple, he was very thorough and concise on telling us each step and getting the matter accomplished as quick as possible. I would highly recommend his services.
- ★★★★★Professional, Caring Lawyer
anonymous ·
Ms. Wilson was a pleasure to work with. She sent us prompt, updated correspondence and answered all of our questions...even took time to call us on the phone. I highly recommend her since she truly seems to care about her clients. Thank you for your services.
- ★★★★★Awesome! Very honest, caring, and smart attorney. She won my case!!
anonymous · bankruptcy ·
Brittene Wilson is the most reliable attorney that I have worked with! I was being sued for student loans, and I was so devastated because if I lost my case it would possibly prevent me from going to grad school to continue my education. After calling several attorneys that either didn't want to take my case or were not qualified to take my case, I was at my wits ends. One day my mom was searching the internet and found Ms. Wilson’s law firm. We called to schedule a consultation with Ms. Wilson; she was very thoughtful and understanding. Plus, I could tell by speaking with her that she was very knowledgeable about the law. So I hired her to handle my case. She handled my case and communicated with the opposing counsel on my behalf. She was very timely with filing the necessary documents to the court. She was always very professional and kept me informed about my case. She won the summary judgment hearing against me. She was so diligent and because of her efforts and smart legal mind, the lawsuit against me was DISMISSED! I am so overjoyed and know that this could not have been done without Ms. Wilson’s expertise. I would highly recommend her to ANYONE that is looking for an attorney that is trustworthy, intelligent, great listener, and caring.
- ★★★★★Professional Squatter - Gone!
Kevin · bankruptcy ·
Thank you so much Brittene! We purchased a forclosure property that had a professional squater in it, using many tools on their side to prevent eviction such as multiple bankruptcies. We hired Brittene and her research quickly found the occupant had filed brankruptcy 1 too many times. Brittene c onvinces the DA and the constable the law is on our side and the constable was able to issue the Writ and get this professional squater out of the house. We took possession and are now able to rehab the property - soon to be re-occupied by a paying tenant.
- ★★★★★Products Liability Litigiation
M. Forest · personal injury ·
Jeff and I tried a products liability case in federal court a few years ago. And despite my assistance, Jeff was able to bring in a defense verdict for the product manufacturer. The jury was out about 30 minutes.
- ★★★★★Excellent Counsel
Mike ·
Mr. O'Dea is by far the most talented and dependable lawyers I have met. I have sought his counsel and representation on more than one occasion and he has provided outstanding advice and obtained excellent results. Whatever your legal needs, he is the best choice.
- ★★★★★Advice Outside the Box
Robert · business law ·
I consulted Mr. White when an insurance company failed to pay a casualty claim which I felt was covered by the policy. I anticipated a lengthy exchange with the company legal department, ending in litigation. Mr. White advised me not to be hasty in taking irrevocable steps, and to stimulate interna l discussions at the insurance company about the expense of litigation as opposed to the expense of paying the claim. He coached me through drafting a point specific letter to the insurance company(including citations of case law), which resulted in their reversing their decision and paying my claim without delay. I am confident that without his advice and coaching, I would have stumbled in an impasse which would have cost both me and the insurance company far more than this improved solution has cost. I am very pleased with Mr. White's work, and I recommend him without hesitation or exception. I will be pleased to consult him in the future, should need arise.
- ★★★★★MARK ALLEN WHITE Excellent !!
Niti ·
Mark White has been incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating. He had been very efficient and competent. We are so glad that we had Mark on our side as an attorney.
- ★★★★★Over Coming Poweful Big Time Firms and Lawyers
Michael · business law ·
Mr. White took over our case after several years and two (2) firms were not competent in handling a "Complicated Case " there words . Had to case which involved the buyer of our company which 2 years after purchase decided he was not going to complete/pay the agreed purchase contracts. This indi vidual filed many claims in the effort to discredit the seller (me) and therefore have the court dissolve the purchase agreements. All claims were dis-allowed by the court , Mr. White handled all of these claims which if with any of them we failed to win would have been created a Very Difficult legal position in our claim against the Buyer. Second and even More difficult suit again the Bank which financed part of the purchase. It was clear from documents from the new company and "The Bank" that it the bank was at times stopping the Buyer from moving away from his claims against the seller. Buyer asked permission from "The Bank" to settle and many payment to seller. The Bank" refused to allow. At trial the Chairman stated that it had not given permission to buyer, In an effort to protect and make sure it loans would be paid First The trial against the "The Bank " was a 5 day jury trial which we won on all counts. The Bank's was represented by a large well know firm with 3 plus attorneys and 3 other support personnel. Mr White's per-trial and trial presentation was Very Good ! He and we WON...
- ★★★★★Excellent Attorney
Nancy · business law ·
I met Mr. Scott when he was hired by our insurance company to represent our firm in a law suit that we had nothing to do with. He not only got us out of the suit, he saved us future risk expense and I liked his professionalism and style so much that I hired him for our firm and personally. He's bee n exceptional in all he's done for us.
- ★★★★★Ken Scott is an amazing attorney!
Phil · business law ·
Ken Scott represented my family business in a lawsuit that I considered to be frivolous by a person that had way too much money to burn. His approach was well crafted, his stance was unwavering, and his style was hard yet professional. Ken has a strong presence and a witty personality. He has a sol id integrity, is a truly honest person, and is a talented litigator who kept my family pushing toward a common goal cutting through the emotion. He's well prepared and a bulldog in court, understanding how to read a room and the politics at play in the courthouse; he knows when to push and when to pass. Ken supported us for almost an entire year; he saved our family business and my sanity; and I owe him double what I paid. Thanks to Ken's legal actions and the path he took, he is now only just a great friend of mine!
- ★★★★★Not calling back as promised
Mike ·
Mr. Jain initially was quite helpful in answering all my questions on a matter which he needed to consult with his associates before getting back to me. Unfortunately, he did not follow up with a call as promised, Even after following up with his office a week later. This is quite disrespectful of a persons time. This kind of treatment shows to me the kind of attention to 'small clients' or even certain details Mr. Jain would likely give. Maybe there were extraneous circumstances, but after calling his office and being assured he would be notified, I was lead to believe he was available, so I doubt it.
- ★★★★★Swift and excellent results!
anonymous · real estate ·
My attorney Ms. Walker was very responsive and received positive results on my behalf in a lease resolution case. I could not have done it without the assistance of the Roger G. Jain law firm. Many, many thanks.
- ★★★★★Divorce Case
anonymous · family law ·
“I was referred to Roger G. Jain & Associate by Prepaid Legal Services to handle my divorce case. Mr. Thomas Smith listened well to my initial conversation of why I was seeking a divorce. This gave me the confidence to proceed with him. Thomas has been very informative, knowledgeable, professional an d forward thinking. He got me the best Mediator in Houston to work on my case. I was forced into a divorce after 34 years of marriage which include adultery and an illegitimate child. I am grateful and appreciative for the outcome and the time frame of completion even with COVID. I truly appreciate you Thomas for the time you listen, talk and make things happen. I will definitely hire Roger G. Jain & Associate again."
- ★★★★★Seek other counsel
H ·
Seek other counsel. 4 months into the case, they raised the hourly rate 20+%. These are the people that give lawyers a bad name... Mrs. Kornblith will bill you for doing nothing. Mr. Smith can't complete a full sentence in court... and the star of the sh1t show, Roger Jain will blame it all on th e person paying the bill: you.
- ★★★★★Probate
Britney · litigation ·
I wanted to thank you for the excellent work you did as my attorney (Renea Mundis) and paralegal (Misty Nerren-Perez). I know you have a lot of clients, so your responses and determination meant a lot to me. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to you and for working tirelessly to ensure th at we did not lose this case. If it weren’t for your background and knowledge, the matter wouldn’t have been settled by now. Thanks once again for being so persistent, focused and professional. I can finally have closure and peace! I am forever grateful to you and your team!!
- ★★★★★Paul Freeman, Best Attorney at Law.
Sissi · business law ·
Paul Freeman prepared, filed documents and set up my LLC business with a dba also linked. His expertise, professionalism and dedication were admirable. He also took the time to explain all step by step.
- ★★★★★Business startup paperwork
Randall · business law ·
Paul filed all corporation paperwork necessary for me to start my new business in Texas. He even put together a great packet of forms for each new employee to make sure that all taxes and legal paperwork are done correctly. He's always available online for advice and further consultation.
- ★★★★★Business issue
anonymous ·
Paul was very knowledgeable, thorough, and handled our issue in a very efficient and professional manner.
- ★★★★★Estate Plan
Kyle · estate planning ·
I worked with Kevin to prepare an estate plan that included a component to ensure that my elderly parents were cared for without burdening my children. He did a great job of listening to my needs, explaining clearly and concisely, and then drew up the required documents in a manner that way beyond timely and my expectations. I'd definitely recommend him.
- ★★★★★Attorney
George · estate planning ·
Kevin was very thorough and professional in presenting and implementing an estate/trust plan that was tailored specifically for my situation. In addition his support staff, specifically Marisela Spaulding, was most accommodating.
- ★★★★★Very professional and knowledgeable
Phillip ·
Kevin handled the revision of my documents in a timely and professional manner. I felt confident that everything was done according to my wishes.
- ★★★★★Mrs.
Debbie · estate planning ·
I'm planning for my future while caring for my husband with Alzheimer's. I needed an elder attorney and my neighbor recommended Galligan & Manning. Kevin Horner is an explicit expert, uses language I can understand, and is very patient. I am a lot more comfortable now going forward.
- ★★★★★Highly recommended
Michael · litigation ·
I have known Ken for approximately ten years, during which time he has done work for several of my firms in many different capacities, ranging from contract dispute resolution, drafting a multi-state private offering, crafting incorporation documentation, as well as general business agreement and con fidentiality agreement reviews. I keep coming back to him because I know he will listen to me and what I am trying to do, be responsive to my inquiries along the way, and complete the work quickly and accurately.
- ★★★★★Kenneth Holt is a knowledgeable and highly skilled business and litigation attorney
anonymous · business law ·
Kenneth Holt is a knowledgeable and highly skilled business and litigation attorney. During the past ten years I have engaged Ken for a variety of commercial legal issues, including several litigation matters (permanent injunction successfully obtained, contract disputes favorably decided, defense o f a claim by a third-party contractor). Ken is a skillful courtroom litigator and is always superbly prepared. I have always been extremely satisfied with his representation and the results of the representation. I highly recommend Ken Holt’s representation for litigation, business or internet commerce issues.
- ★★★★★Real estate consultation
George · real estate ·
I have known Kenn for a number of years. Recently, I needed advice for a personal real estate transaction. Although I am a CPA and have been involved in similar transactions, Kenn was readily available to provide consultation regarding specific points of the transaction that I had not considered, an d enabled me to address them and achieve successful settlement. I heartily commend his services.
- ★★★★★Excellent attorney
anonymous · litigation ·
Ken was wonderful, knowledgeable and showed his great experience when handling a recent lawsuit for me. His patient with the situation kept me relaxed and added the confidence I needed to make it through this difficult time. I would highly recommend Ken Holt for an attorney.
- ★★★★★An Exceptional Estate Planning Attorney
Jerome · tax law ·
Mr. Jacob is very knowledgable in tax and estate matters. He met with us frequently and responded promptly to our questions. I don't think you can find a more concientious and personable tax and estate planning lawyer anywhere.
- ★★★★★Amazing lawyer
sharon · family law ·
I couldn't speak more highly of anyone than I do Mr. Wali. If you want someone to fight for you, he is your guy. His front desk staff is amazing and I can say that they are always around to answer any questions you may have about your case. He is working on my custody modification case and I am ve ry pleased with the results so far. My ex wanted me to have two days visitation. I got almost half custody. I know that I made a great decision to go with this firm. I have never seen anyone who will fight for a client like Ahson Wali.
- ★★★★★Great consumer protection with credit bureaus and collection agencies
Timothy Webmoor · bankruptcy ·
I had spent a year trying to remove an erroneous trade line on my credit report. Finally, under a time constraint to purchase a new home I contacted Ahson. He filed two cases, one against the collection agency and the other against the already embattled Equifax. He resolved the matter efficiently and timely. Not only was the negative trade line finally removed, but I received settlements from both parties. Nice to have some extra cash for closing costs!
- ★★★★★Honest, Tenacious, and Compassionate.
David · consumer protection ·
When I was ripped off by an out of state car dealership on eBay, Ahson came to the rescue and got my money returned as well as keeping the car! I was so impressed that I hired him for a personal injury case. He fought the big boys insurance team to a stand still and got me a fair settlement. He IS NOT afraid to go to court when needed. He is smart and versatile. I highly recommend him for ANY type of case.
- ★★★★★Excellent job
Ricardo · litigation ·
Ahson took my case and my case wasn't in a good shape plus I didn't help that much but we won the case thanks to his effort and work . I'm very thankful.
- ★★★★★Ahson is a lifesaver
Juan · criminal defense ·
I had been charged with drag racing, reckless driving, driving under restraint and driving with a suspended license and Ahson was able to get everything dropped with just a zero point ficticious plate charge. Ahson is a legend! It was my first time dealing with an attorney and I'm glad I chose Ahson first.
- ★★★★★Expert Advice During Trying Times
marilyn · estate planning ·
When my husband passed away several years ago, Mary walked me through the legal process, providing insights and advice that led me to make the right decisions. She is very professional and compassionate.
- ★★★★★Highly recommend
Julie · estate planning ·
My husband and I have had the pleasure of working with Mary Galligan and her firm several times. Mary originally did our will roughly 25 years ago and we again recently had it updated. Mary is very personable and knowledgeable with reliable expertise. We were very comfortable in trusting her to help us in making our will more compliant with changes both in our grown up family as well as new laws, tax rules, etc. We highly recommend Mary Galligan and her firm for their professional and caring touch.
- ★★★★★Great estate planning experience
Dinah · estate planning ·
We have worked with Mary Galligan on two occasions; first, to write our will and advance directives nearly 20 years ago, and more recently to update our estate plans. She is very knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and has a good "bedside manner." I would recommend her to others needing a comprehensi ve estate plan.
- ★★★★★Top-Notch Attorney
Joseph · business law ·
My insurance company completely ignored me until I hired Mr. Massey. They tried different tactics but Mr. Massey was always one step ahead of them. He did an excellent job for me; I highly recommend him. He knows what he is doing and how to get things done. He is honest, ethical and genuine. I'm so g lad that I had Mr. Massey on my side.
- ★★★★★A fabulous lawyer
Tony ·
I highly recommend Mr. Massey. He is intelligent, thorough and prompt. He achieved a great result for me. He also made the legal progress as efficient and less burdensome as possible. I am very grateful to him.
- ★★★★★Outstanding Attorney and Great Person!!!
BC ·
Attorney Massey is knowledgeable about the law and doesn't mess around. He is smart, honest, and aggressive. He was empathetic and understood why I needed him to represent me. He is a fighter and doesn't play any games. Attorney Massey even refunded overpayment when my case was successfully closed . I am SO thankful he returned my call. If you need legal representation, he is the attorney to call.
- ★★★★★Top attorney with impeccable integrity
Greg · business law ·
My business partner and I hired Dwaine in January 2017 to help us wind up a partnership with another individual. Over the next thirty plus months, Dwaine was our attorney with a resolution following a successful mediation during the summer of 2019. We would’ve never achieved this resolution without D waine. I recommend Dwaine highly for anyone considering a civil lawsuit. He navigated my partner and me through an adversarial partnership dissolution with a steady hand, a great deal of wisdom, and a thorough knowledge of the law. He is patient, focused, and creative. His work is excellent, as is his ability to communicate legal concepts so that one can make well-informed decisions. My partner and I would have never reached the resolution, nor would we ever attempt such a lawsuit, without him. If you enter a civil court in Harris County and see Dwaine, you definitely want him at your table. He is respected and admired by his peers. My partner and I consider his counsel essential.
- ★★★★★Outstanding lawyer
Saprina ·
He is one of the best lawyers in Houston and I would recommend him to all my friends and family because he stood the test of time as a lawyer should be and I would in the near future use him again.
- ★★★★★Very Professional
Betty · estate planning ·
Stephen Mendel has done several different transactions for me including my trust. He came highly recommended to me by my financial advisor. He really takes time when you meet with him to answer any and all questions. He never makes you feel rushed which is something that means so much to me. My da ughters plan on using him to put their trusts together. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional lawyer.
- ★★★★★Needs met!
Maryam ·
I was very happy with the services I received. They were very thorough, detail oriented and responsive .
- ★★★★★Mendel Law Firm is the BEST!
Bonnie · estate planning ·
My husband and I used Mendel Law Firm for our Estate Planning. It was a wonderful experience. In the several meetings that we held with Steve each one was very informative and he gave us some great ideas that we had not thought of. The entire personnel at the Mendel Law Firm was exceptional and v ery helpful. When we completed our estate planning we had a wonderful meeting, headed by Steve, explaining our wishes to our family. I would 100% recommend this law firm.
- ★★★★★Very professional
Nancy ·
Mr. Mendel and the staff were very professional and well mannered, everything was done in a timely fashion
- ★★★★★Awesome law firm
Eileen ·
Mr Mendel and his staff were so helpful to my mom and I. They took time for us , made us cookies and coffee and explained so much that we didn’t know. We are so thankful for them.
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