Atty. Melissa Bazan
Melissa Bazan was born and raised in Harlingen, Texas. She received her Bachelors of Arts in History from the University of Texas at Austin and Doctor of Jurisprudence from Thurgood Marshall School of Law.
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Melissa Bazan is an Associate based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Gregory Law, PLLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, child support, and paternity. Admitted to practice in Texas (2009). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Texas (B.A. History, 2006). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Melissa Bazan was born and raised in Harlingen, Texas
- She received her Bachelors of Arts in History from the University of Texas at Austin and Doctor of Jurisprudence from Thurgood Marshall School of Law
- Ms. Bazan was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in November 2009
- While in law school, Ms. Bazan served as a student attorney for the Wills and Probate Clinic
- She also participated in the Loyola Law School study abroad program at the United Nations’ University for Peace in Ciudad Colon, Costa Rica studying international human rights and environmental law
- Ms. Bazan has been an associate attorney with Gregory Law, PLLC since December 2009 where she has mainly focused her practice on family law matters
- Ms. Bazan has been appointed as an amicus attorney to represent the best interests of children in Harris County, Texas
- She also delivered an oral argument before the Second Court of Appeals for a civil matter in 2012
- When Melissa is not practicing law, she enjoys traveling, watching college football, exploring Houston, and spending time with family, friends and her two dogs, Addy and Otto
- PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS • State Bar of Texas • State Bar of Texas, Family Section
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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