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Carolyn Carollo

Attorney
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My clients know their business; I know the law. It’s my job to give them legal perspective on their issues and advocate for them in any dispute. I like being the voice for my clients.”
— Carolyn Carollo

Carolyn Carollo represents clients in commercial litigation both in state and federal court, as well as in alternative dispute resolution forums such as mediation and arbitration proceedings. Carolyn has litigated cases from inception to trial and has served as a first- and second-chair attorney in multi-week trials. She also assists clients in the drafting and negotiating of contracts, including purchase and sale agreements and master services agreements.

Carolyn has considerable experience with bankruptcy and creditor’s rights, a focus that began when she served as a summer clerk for Judge Jeff Bohm in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. She has represented numerous creditors in bankruptcy proceedings to protect clients’ lien rights and obtain recovery from debtors’ estates.

Carolyn began her legal career in the fall of 2012 after graduating as valedictorian from South Texas College of Law where she was among the Order of the Lytae and a Dean's scholar. She has devoted substantial time to protect the rights of children. While a law fellow at Children at Risk, Carolyn crafted and recommended policy to the Texas legislature to protect children from human trafficking.

Primary Focus & Experience

Recent Significant Engagements

  • Recovered $19 million jury verdict for fraud relating to client’s purchase of interests in an oil and gas field.
  • Successfully prosecuted and defended against fraudulent transfer and preferential transfer claims in bankruptcy proceedings, including defending an asserted $5 million dollar preference claim.
  • Defended client to avoid imposition of injunction which would have curtailed clients’ business operations.
  • Successfully represented client in arbitration proceedings for breach of contract. Obtained full relief sought by client.

Admissions

  • State Bar of Texas
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
  • Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

Education

  • J.D., South Texas College of Law, summa cum laude, 2012
    • Law Review, Assistant Articles Editor
    • Law Fellow for Children at Risk Public Policy and Law Center
    • Top student in Texas Pretrial Procedure, Property II, Corporate Taxation, Payment Systems, and others
  • B.S., University of Houston, magna cum laude, 2009
    • Honors College
    • Dean’s List

  • I highly recommend their services.

    “They are responding to all my communications via email, text or phone call in a timely manner. They are answering all my questions and simplifying their responses so I can understand everything that is going on and what to expect in my case.”

    - Z. A.
  • I am very thankful for his legal representation.

    “I am truly grateful for the exceptional and professional service and support Trey Hendershot and his legal team provided my organization. Trey patiently walked us through the legal process and did an incredible job representing us.”

    - C. B.
  • They've always come through for me.

    “Been Working with these folks for around two years now. I have multiple people on the team who constantly have my back. I've had to ask for immediate help multiple times. They've always come through ...”

    - Joseph D.
  • Your law firm has impressed me to no end, and should anyone I know ever need legal representation, I will be sure to refer them to you.

    “I wanted to take a moment to thank you & your legal team for all of your assistance in handling my case. I am very pleased with the outcome. It means a great deal to me to be able to continue to work ...”

    - Dr. R
  • We sincerely appreciate your dedication and drive in straightening out the most difficult situation in our life.

    “Thank you again for your incredible support and professionalism in helping us resolve the business conflict. We sincerely appreciate your dedication and drive in straightening out the most difficult ...”

    - Raga and DC Gunnia

Why Choose Our Team?

Committed to Integrity and Honest Service to Each Client
  • In Business Since 1987.

    Let us put the full force of our 100+ years of combined experience to work for you.

  • We Serve Clients Throughout Texas and the Nation.

    We handle matters from the Red River to the Rio Grande and beyond.

  • We Believe in Prompt, Personal Attention.

    As a boutique law firm, we unite real experience with personal attention.

  • We Want to Be Your Law Firm for Life.

    We take a vested interest in our clients' success -- from start to finish.

  • We Shoulder the Legal Burden.

    And let you get back to business.

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