- Divorce
- Child SupportIn Bryan-College Station, as in many areas in Texas, most child support claims are resolved through specialized child support court proceedings. At Meece & Associates, our lawyers help clients from families of all backgrounds handle child support issues. We provide personal, honest and experienced service, listen to your story and work hard to achieve your goals.
- Child Custody and VisitationFor most parents, nothing is more important than their children. Child custody issues can be among the most emotionally sensitive: the more time the child spends with one parent, the less time he or she spends with the other.
- Adoption
- PaternityBoth parents can reap benefits from establishing paternity. For fathers, establishing paternity guarantees that their parental rights will be respected. Fathers who have established their paternity have the right to child custody, support, and visitation. They also have the right to protest if the mother tries to relocate or move far away with the child.
- Spousal SupportOur lawyers have been resolving difficult divorce cases in Bryan-College Station, Texas, for 25 years. Every divorce is different. You might be in conflict over your property in Brazos County, or throughout Texas, and how best to divide your assets and debts. You might be struggling with what constitutes a reasonable amount to ask for child support, or spousal maintenance. You might be at odds over how best to share possession of the children. You may not be a United States citizen and you may be concerned about how that will affect your rights as a parent. More than anything, you are probably wondering how any of these puzzle pieces can be put together in a form that will make the most sense for your family in a post-divorce world.
- Criminal DefenseThe ability to mount a successful civil or criminal appeal in Texas or federal courts is very different from arguing the original case. The Appellate Court requires that an appeal prove "the law of the case"; that is, no additional evidence will be allowed and the appeal is decided based on procedural elements that caused vital evidence to be either allowed or rejected in the original trial.
- DUI/DWIDWI is one of the most preventable and aggressively enforced crimes in Texas. DWI, or driving under the influence, can result in severe penalties with repercussions that can last years. If you have been charged with a DWI, DUI or any other crime in Bryan-College Station, or elsewhere in Texas, be sure that you have an experienced lawyer in your corner. Our lawyers are able to walk you through every step of the process, from arrest and posting bond, to trial or plea bargain.
- FraudIn Bryan-College Station and throughout Texas, white collar crimes, like fraud, mortgage fraud, securities fraud, embezzlement, computer and internet crimes, health care fraud, and identity theft, involve serious ramifications for those who are convicted. Given that many white collar crimes involve complex legal issues and lengthy criminal investigations, it is important that you protect your rights by obtaining legal representation. Our lawyers appreciate the seriousness of these charges and will work hard to prepare a strong defense to protect your rights. During the investigation or after charges have been filed, our lawyers will work closely with you to reduce or eliminate the penalties you are facing.
- White Collar Crimes
- Theft
- Misdemeanors
- Embezzlement
- Drug CrimesIn Bryan-College Station, or elsewhere in Texas, whether you are arrested for the possession of a small amount of marijuana or you are charged with a more serious drug-related crime, you may face significant criminal penalties that will impact the rest of your life. Our lawyers will thoroughly review your arrest and the events that led up to it, as well as any search and gathering of evidence, to determine whether the police violated your Constitutional rights during the process. If so, our lawyers will fight to get that evidence dismissed and to defend your rights.
- Assault
- Juvenile CrimesLocated in Bryan, Texas, our lawyers are dedicated to helping the families of juveniles charged with crimes. We understand that juveniles who commit crimes often do so impulsively. We also know that juveniles in the criminal justice system are in a very sensitive position in their lives. We are sensitive to the needs of families dealing with juvenile crime issues. Our lawyers know that when the future of your child is at stake you need an attorney that is familiar with the juvenile justice system. The justice system for juveniles is different than that for adults and it is extremely important to have an attorney that is familiar with the juvenile justice system on your side.
- Probation ViolationIn Bryan-College Station and throughout Texas, when you have already been convicted of a crime and have since been released from confinement, you may find that you are still dealing with numerous consequences in the form of probation. You may also find yourself facing charges for a probation violation.
- Identity Theft
- Internet Crimes
- Property DamageProperty crimes cover a wide variety of criminal offenses in Bryan-College Station and throughout Texas. The dollar value of the crime or the amount of property damage that occurs is often the determining factor in the prosecutor's decision to charge a suspect with a felony or a misdemeanor. Furthermore, if a theft or property crime is committed across state lines, federal prosecutors may take over the case, increasing the risks and severity of the possible punishments. Restitution can play an important role in resolving theft and property crime cases.
- Estate PlanningOur lawyers can help you during this most difficult time of your life. Proper planning can make life much easier for the family and friends we leave behind. Our lawyers are located in Bryan-College Station, Texas, less than two hours from Houston, Austin, and Waco, Texas. Whether your loved one dies with or without leaving a Will, our probate and estate administration services will give you the guidance you need to steer your loved one's estate through probate while minimizing taxes, court costs and expense.
- Probate
- ForeclosureAn attorney at Meece & Associates can answer your questions regarding collection matters. When you work with our team, we'll determine an appropriate course of action for your unique situation. If you're already in the midst of the foreclosure process, a lawyer from our team can assess your financial outlook and negotiate on your behalf with your lender. By speaking to a lawyer early, before your first missed mortgage payment, you'll have a better understanding of your options. And in some cases, early legal intervention may even help you keep your home.
- Debt CollectionThere are few situations more frustrating than debt collection. There are time constraints that may affect your collection efforts. If you fail to meet those time limits, you could lose your ability to collect your debt altogether. Whether you need to collect a debt owed to you or you are unable to pay a debt you owe, don't let this problem overwhelm you. Our lawyers, located in Bryan-College Station, Texas, can help you.