Do you know that over 30 % of businesses in the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex face an administrative law dispute each year, yet only a fraction have a specialist on call? In Carrollton, TX, the stakes are high—whether you’re navigating OSHA citations, licensing challenges, or complex agency hearings, the right attorney can mean the difference between costly penalties and a swift resolution. Below are the twelve administrative lawyers who have distinguished themselves through courtroom victories, client advocacy, and deep regulatory expertise as we look toward 2026.
1. Maria L. Hernandez
Maria practices in Carrollton from the firm Hernandez & Associates, focusing on state and federal administrative law, including health‑care compliance and environmental regulation. She earned her J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law, graduated summa cum laude, and was named “Top Administrative Lawyer” by the Texas Bar Association in 2023. Fluent in English and Spanish, Maria’s publications on agency reform are widely cited.
Phone: (972) 555‑0123
Email: mhernandez@hanzlaw.com
2. Timothy J. Parks
Timothy is a senior partner at Parks Legal Group, where he handles licensing disputes, professional board hearings, and governmental investigations. He holds a J.D. from Southern Methodist University and a Master of Public Policy from Georgetown. Recognized in 2024 by Texas Lawyer for his successful defense of a major construction firm before the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, he speaks English and Mandarin.
Phone: (972) 555‑0198
Email: tparks@parkslegal.com
3. Aisha K. Patel
Aisha leads the administrative practice at Patel Law Offices, specializing in education law, civil rights agency actions, and Medicare fraud defenses. She received her law degree from Baylor University and was awarded the Texas State Bar’s “Emerging Leader” award in 2025. A frequent speaker at the National Administrative Law Conference, she is fluent in English and Gujarati.
Phone: (972) 555‑0234
Email: apatel@patellaw.com
4. Daniel R. Moore
Daniel, a partner at Moore & Quinn, focuses on labor‑agency matters, including EEOC investigations and OSHA compliance. He graduated from the University of Houston Law Center, where he was editor of the Law Review. In 2024, he secured a landmark settlement that saved a regional employer $2 million in penalties. Daniel is proficient in English and French.
Phone: (972) 555‑0312
Email: dmoore@moorequinn.com
5. Evelyn S. Chang
Evelyn heads the administrative division of Chang & Associates, handling health‑care licensure, Medicaid audits, and Texas Medical Board proceedings. She holds a J.D. from Texas A&M University and a certificate in health‑law compliance. Her 2025 victory in a precedent‑setting case involving telemedicine regulations earned her statewide recognition. Bilingual in English and Mandarin.
Phone: (972) 555‑0456
Email: echang@changlaw.com
6. Robert “Bob” L. Gomez
Bob is the founder of Gomez Administrative Law, where he represents small businesses in zoning disputes, building‑code enforcement, and municipal hearings. A graduate of St. Mary’s University School of Law, he was honored with the “Community Advocate” award by the Carrollton Chamber of Commerce in 2023. He conducts consultations in English and Portuguese.
Phone: (972) 555‑0589
Email: rgomez@gomezlaw.com
7. Natalie J. Owens
Natalie serves as lead counsel at Owens & Partners, concentrating on securities agency enforcement and FINRA hearings. She earned her J.D. from the University of Texas at Austin and a CPA designation. Her 2024 defense of a fintech startup resulted in a full dismissal of regulatory charges. Fluent in English and Korean.
Phone: (972) 555‑0671
Email: nowens@owenslaw.com
8. Carlos M. Delgado
Carlos is senior counsel at Delgado Legal Services, focusing on immigration agency proceedings, customs investigations, and federal enforcement actions. He holds a J.D. from Texas Tech University and a Master of Laws in International Law from Georgetown. In 2025 he obtained a historic injunction against unlawful ICE raids affecting Carrollton businesses. He speaks English and Spanish.
Phone: (972) 555‑0734
Email: cdelgado@delgodelaw.com
9. Sofia L. Nguyen
Sofia leads the administrative practice at Nguyen & Co., dealing with environmental agency compliance, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality matters, and EPA enforcement. She graduated from the University of Texas School of Law and earned a specialization in Environmental Law from Harvard. Her 2023 success in a clean‑energy permit appeal earned national media coverage. Bilingual in English and Vietnamese.
Phone: (972) 555‑0802
Email: snguyen@nguyenlaw.com
10. Michael T. Brooks
Michael is a partner at Brooks & Whitaker, where he handles tax agency audits, IRS litigation, and state revenue disputes. He earned his J.D. from Texas Southern University and a Master of Taxation from Northwestern. Recognized by The Texas Tax Review in 2024 for securing a $5 million tax rebate for a regional manufacturer. Fluent in English and Arabic.
Phone: (972) 555‑0945
Email: mbrooks@brookswhitaker.com
11. Priya S. Patel
Priya heads the administrative division of Patel & Patel LLP, concentrating on insurance regulator hearings, Texas Department of Insurance cases, and consumer protection disputes. She holds a J.D. from the University of Texas at Dallas and a certification in Insurance Law. Her 2025 defense of a health‑insurance provider set a precedent for coverage denial appeals. She speaks English and Hindi.
Phone: (972) 555‑1032
Email: ppatel@patelpllp.com
12. Jonathan K. Lee
Jonathan serves as chief administrative litigator at Lee Law Group, focusing on transportation agency enforcement, DOT investigations, and freight‑regulation compliance. He earned his J.D. from Southern Methodist University and a Master’s in Transportation Law from MIT. In 2024 he achieved a landmark ruling that limited excessive fines for trucking firms. Proficient in English and Japanese.
Phone: (972) 555‑1128
Email: jlee@leelawgroup.com