For more than 25 years, Thom Kobelan has successfully represented hundreds of individuals in the Austin and Central Texas area in family law matters, including: divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, parental rights, visitation, and restraining orders. He can help guide you through this challenging time in your life.
Child Custody and Visitation
For more than 25 years, Thom Kobelan has successfully represented hundreds of individuals in the Austin and Central Texas area in family law matters, including: divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, parental rights, visitation, and restraining orders. He can help guide you … more
If you are facing criminal charges, you need to contact an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney immediately. Contact the law offices of Howard & Kobelan for a free consultation.
DUI/DWI
Thom Kobelan has successfully represented hundreds of individuals who have been accused of crimes in the Austin and Central Texas area. He defends against misdemeanors and felony charges, and regularly represents individuals charged with assault, DWI, theft, fraud, and drug … more
Wrongful Death
When you have lost a loved one in an auto accident, medical malpractice, product defect, or other accident, it is up to the family to pursue a wrongful death claim. It is important that you act quickly as there are certain limitations as to when you may pursue a claim. If you believe that a loved one has died due to the actions of another, please contact the law offices of Howard & Kobelan to set up a free consultation.
Sex Crimes
Theft
Misdemeanors
Thom Kobelan has successfully represented hundreds of individuals who have been accused of crimes in the Austin and Central Texas area. He defends against misdemeanors and felony charges, and regularly represents individuals charged with assault, DWI, theft, fraud, and drug possession. Thom will provide you with an initial assessment of your case, and inform you of the legal process and the potential ramifications you may face if convicted. He will work with you to help build and implement the strongest possible defense.
The law firm of Howard & Kobelan has focused its practice in the area of employment law for over 25 years. We represent employees in the Central Texas area in connection with a wide range of legal issues such as claims of discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, workers compensation retaliation, FMLA retaliation, whistleblower retaliation, unemployment benefits claims, and wage and hour claims. Derek Howard and Logan Howard have successfully represented hundreds of clients in all areas of employment law, and they provide both employees and employers with the sound legal advice and individualized solutions that their cases require.
Wrongful Termination
Wrongful Termination Wrongful termination refers to a situation where an employee is fired in violation of the employee’s rights. Because Texas is an at-will employment state, employees have limited legal recourse against their former employers when they feel as though … more
Employment Discrimination
Discrimination based on a person’s race is illegal in Texas and violates both state and federal law. Race discrimination may include the following: Racial slurs; Failing to hire an individual based on that individual’s race; Denying an employee a pay … more
Employment Contract
Wrongful termination refers to a situation where an employee is fired in violation of the employee’s rights. Because Texas is an at-will employment state, employees have limited legal recourse against their former employers when they feel as though they have been wrongfully terminated. An employee can be fired for a good reason, a bad reason, or no reason at all; so long as the employee is not fired based on discriminatory reasons, retaliatory reasons, in breach of an employment contract, or in violation of some other legal rights the employee has.
Employment Litigation
Our experienced attorneys can assist you in any of your Employment disputes. All employees should understand the rights and remedies they may be entitled to.
Non-compete Agreement
A non-compete agreement or covenant not to compete is a contract under which an employee agrees not to work for a competing business, within a certain geographic location, and for a specific period of time. It is becoming more common … more
Severance Agreement
Employers oftentimes offer severance agreements to employees that are subject to being terminated. Employers are not legally obligated to offer severance agreements, but may choose to do so for a number of reasons. A severance agreement will generally specify the … more
Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment is illegal in Texas and violates both state and federal law. Sexual harassment can be verbal or physical conduct that is sexual in nature, and may include the following: Unawanted sexual advances; Sending sexually suggestive emails or displaying … more
Car Accidents The law firm of Howard & Kobelan has successfully represented individuals in the Austin and Central Texas area who have been injured in auto accidents. Whether you or a loved one has sustained a minor or serious injury, … more
Medical Malpractice
If you or someone you love has been injured as a result of the negligence of a hospital or medical professional, it is important that you know your rights. Although doctors, nurses, and other health care workers are often times experienced at what they do, there are times that these individuals act with negligence and make poor decisions that can seriously harm someone. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due to what you believe to be medical malpractice, please contact the law offices of Howard & Kobelan to set up a free consultation.
Auto Accidents
Disability Discrimination
Discrimination based on a person’s disability or perceived disability is illegal in Texas and violates both state and federal law. Disability discrimination may include the following: Comments or jokes about a person’s disability; Failing to hire an individual based on … more