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Paul Waldner
Vickery, Waldner, and Mallia
One Riverway
Suite 1150
Houston, TX 77056-1963
Phone: (713) 526-1100 | Fax: (713) 523-5939
http://www.justiceseekers.com
Zealous, Crazy Justice Seeker
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
We prefer to deal with various kinds of personal injury, wrongful death, auto accident and plaintiff commercial cases.
Sub-Categories
Personal Injury
- Dangerous Property
- Wrongful Death
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Construction Site Injuries
- Jones Act
- Slip & Fall
- Petrochemical Accidents
- Defamation
- Invasion of Privacy
- Design Defects
- Manufacturing Defects
- Frauds, Scams, Hoaxes
- Assault & Battery
- Child abuse
- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
- Police Misconduct
- Financial Malpractice
- Legal Malpractice
- Religious Malpractice
- Anesthesia Malpractice
- Birth Injuries and Defects
- Dental Malpractice
- Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
- Emergency Room Errors
- HMO Managed Case
- Medication Malpractice
- Prescription/Drug Malpractice
- Psychiatric Malpractice
- Surgical Errors
- Wrong Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Asbestos Mesothelioma
- Chemicals & Cosmetics
- Dangerous Drugs & Products
- Hazardous Waste
- Medical Products & Devices
- Toxic Mold
- Amputation
- Birth Injury
- Burn Injury
- Head/Brain Injury
- Paralysis
Bar Admissions
TX, May 1975
Bar Number: 20679800
Specialty Certifications
Personal injury trial law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization and National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Other Court Admissions
All Texas State Courts; the Federal Court for the Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas; the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals; the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals; and the United States Supreme Court.
Association Memberships
President, Texas Trial Lawyers Association; Past President, Houston Trial Lawyers Association; American Board of Trail Advocates (ABOTA); State Bar of Texas; the National Board of Trial Advocacy; the American Association for Justice; and the Houston Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I teach continuing legal education in the area of personal injury trial law, focusing on evidence, case selection, medical negligence and ethics.
Papers and Publications
No.
Example Cases
Here are several examples of cases I have worked with in the past:
I once represented a man who had 5 hours of brain surgery on the wrong side of his brain. I represented a family who had been incarcerated by doctors for over a year in a psychiatric hospital on a sham diagnosis, which resulted in federal indictments of all responsible parties. I also represented parents whose 16 year old had been served alcohol at a local restaurant/bar, became intoxicated and was killed driving home. I represented two teenagers whose vehicle was run over by a drunk truck driver hauling hazardous material.
Education
Degree:
Doctorate of Jurisprudence
School:
South Texas College of Law
City:
Houston
State:
TX
Year:
1975
Honors:
No
Focus and Accomplishments:
Worked in a legal internship during the day and attended law school at night.
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
University of St. Thomas
City:
Houston
State:
TX
Year:
1972
Honors:
Graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Political Science and Pre-Law.
Number of Attorneys
4
State Licensed In
Texas
Firm Focus and History
Andy Vickery and Paul Waldner have practiced law together for 15 years. Mike Mallia joined their partnership in 2006.
The firm handles primarily plaintiffs' personal injury trial cases. Additionally we handle plaintiffs' commercial litigation, and some intellectual property litigation.
Previous Employment Summary
I have been involved in the private practice of law my entire career. I began as a law clerk, and then worked as an associate with the firm. Later I became an owner/partner of a firm and merged it with Andy Vickery.
Activities and Awards
President of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and Past-President of the Houston Trial Lawyers Association. I am a lifetime member of the Board of Directors for Sheltering Arms Senior Services, and was Board Chair four times. For 30 years I have been a United Way volunteer. I mentor at JFK Elementary School, too.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
The clients should have a good general understanding on the legal issues that affect their case. It is the lawyer's responsibility to identify these issues, and to educate the clients on them.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Yes I am willing to review documents.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
If it has to do with a small matter (i.e. citizens' court) then I'd be willing to coach a client. On the other hand, if the matter is significant, I would counsel against Pro Se representation.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
My dad was a social worker and I wanted to be just like him. He told me that if I wanted to really help people, I could get a whole lot more done with a law degree than I could with a degree in social work. This inspired me to become a lawyer.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Six years in the Marine Corps gave me the discipline to do the work necessary to represent my clients. Working as a security guard on the night shift in college for four years, working as a salesman, pizza cook, shoe shine boy, construction laborer, house framer, grocery sacker, vendor, and a host of other jobs made me appreciate how devastating an injury can be to working people.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I chose this area of law because I wanted to represent individuals, not corporations. I enjoy the one-to-one contact with my clients. I could never get any job satisfaction out of helping corporations get more money. I like being on the side of the little guy. I consider myself a little guy.
What do you like best about your career?
The best things about my career are the friends I've made, the changes I've been able to create through the cases I've handled, the families I've been able to help and the intellectual challenge law presents me.
Tell us about your law firm:
It sounds like a cliché, but our firm is a family. Everyone helps everyone. If you're selfish, petty, jealous, gossipy, or back-biting you get shown the door. Everyone, from the receptionist to the senior partners would do anything necessary to pitch in and help one another.
What are your strengths and style?
Interpersonal relation is a strength of mine. I really, really like working with people. I like hearing their story. I like making them the center of attention. I like taking people who are virtually ignored in the other areas of their lives and making them feel important and special. I like for people to trust me and be confident that they've chosen the right human to help them.
Personal Interests:
I like to write and if you'd like you can read some of my short stories on our website: www.justiceseekers.com.
Office Manager/Assistant
Gwennie Stevens
Fax
(713) 523-5939
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
My receptionist speaks Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Yes, and they depend on the case.
Hourly Rates
This also depends on the case.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, we give initial consultations for the length of time necessary, given the circumstances.
Typical Retainer
No.
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