Leading The Law Office of Valerie H. Waddell since 2024, she is a dedicated attorney for the Juvenile Mental Health Court.
SUGAR LAND, TX, November 07, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Valerie H. Waddell, Esq. has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Waddell is an esteemed attorney at law with over 20 years of experience in the legal profession. Leading The Law Office of Valerie H. Waddell since 2024, she is a dedicated attorney for the Juvenile Mental Health Court. In this role, Ms. Waddell works closely with children in the court system, conducts criminal court appointments, handles family cases and manages all client communication.
Ms. Waddell's devotion to justice has been instrumental in her success as an attorney specializing in family law, criminal law, juvenile law, and protective orders. Her daily presence in court also underscores her commitment to her clients. Before establishing her practice, Ms. Waddell was a junior partner at Bastine & Associates from 2022 to 2024. During her tenure, she was pivotal in training new attorneys, guiding them through their first trials and helping them navigate the complexities of the legal system. This mentorship was instrumental in shaping the careers of many young lawyers.
Before starting her legal career, Ms. Waddell spent two years as a teacher at Madison High School. Although teaching was rewarding, she realized her true calling lay in law. Inspired by her mother, a professor, and her father, a minister, Ms. Waddell decided to pursue a career where she could leverage her skills in argumentation and advocacy.
Ms. Waddell holds a Bachelor of Arts in Drama with a single subject teaching degree in English from San Diego State University earned in 1993 and a Doctor of Jurisprudence, magna cum laude, from Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University in 1999. She has been admitted to practice by the Texas Bar Association.
Ms. Waddell is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Fort Bend County Bar Association, the Fort Bend Criminal Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas. Her involvement in these associations reflects her commitment to staying current with legal developments and contributing to the broader legal community.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Waddell is deeply involved in civic activities. She provides pro bono services through Fort Harris County and Fort Bend County Legal Aids and participates in indigent defense efforts in Fort Bend County. Ms. Waddell's dedication to public service has earned her a Certificate of Participation from the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
Ms. Waddell is eager to expand her law firm by hiring support staff and additional associates to better serve her clients and community. She credits her success thus far to her determination and desire to move forward.
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