Rafael C. Rodriguez
Helping You with All Your Legal Needs
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Biography
Rafael is a proud native of a small town in West Texas (Fort Stockton), where he spent his youth camping in Big Bend National Park and on drilling rigs with his father learning the oil and gas industry that has long-fueled much of the West Texas economy. Rafael credits his work ethic and “never-say-die” attitude to his parents, both of whom worked blue-collar jobs during Rafael’s adolescence to help their children succeed.
Rafael left home to play Division I football in the Big XII Conference, where he received several accolades for his performance on and off the field, including being selected as an Arthur Ashe Sports Scholar and recognized multiple times on the Big XII Honor Roll.
After college, Rafael returned home to work as a roughneck on a drilling rig before attending Baylor Law School.
During his first year of law school, Rafael lost his only brother in a tragic ATV accident. Despite this setback, Rafael returned to school one week later and eventually competed on several national moot court and mock trial teams. Rafael was recognized for his outstanding performance on Baylor Law School’s moot court and mock trial teams, including winning several best brief awards and several top oral advocate awards.
After practicing law in Texas at some of the largest law offices in Texas for nearly a decade, Rafael decided it was time to write the next chapter of his life-long pursuit of excellence and justice. Rafael formed Rodriguez Legal, PLLC with the goal of providing his clients with the same, top-notch legal service that he had provided at his former large firms.
Among his clients, colleagues, and opponents, Rafael is known for being a confident, zealous and relentless advocate, qualities which he attributes to his upbringing in West TX, and his experience as a college athlete & working in the West TX oilfields. He is respected in the courtroom and thrives on his feet talking with judges/juries.
Need legal help? Call Rafael. 432.400.4001Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Energy, Oil & Gas Law
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Attorney Attorney
Year: 2012 - Current
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Professional Associations
State Bar of Texas # 24081123 Member (2012 - Current)
Dallas Bar Association Member (2012 - Current)
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Member (2012 - Current)
Awards
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2021 Texas Rising Star
Texas SuperLawyers 2021.0
Note: The Texas Rising Stars list, published by Thomson Reuters, recognizes the top young lawyers in the State of Texas based on nominations from attorneys across Texas and an extensive review process, and only 2.5% of attorneys in Texas receive this distinction.
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2020 Texas Rising Star
Texas SuperLawyers 2020.0
Note: The Texas Rising Stars list, published by Thomson Reuters, recognizes the top young lawyers in the State of Texas based on nominations from attorneys across Texas and an extensive review process, and only 2.5% of attorneys in Texas receive this distinction.
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2019 Texas Rising Star
Texas SuperLawyers 2019.0
Note: The Texas Rising Stars list, published by Thomson Reuters, recognizes the top young lawyers in the State of Texas based on nominations from attorneys across Texas and an extensive review process, and only 2.5% of attorneys in Texas receive this distinction.
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2016 Texas Rising Star
Texas SuperLawyers 2016.0
Note: The Texas Rising Stars list, published by Thomson Reuters, recognizes the top young lawyers in the State of Texas based on nominations from attorneys across Texas and an extensive review process, and only 2.5% of attorneys in Texas receive this distinction.
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2017 Texas Rising Star
Texas SuperLawyers 2017.0
Note: The Texas Rising Stars list, published by Thomson Reuters, recognizes the top young lawyers in the State of Texas based on nominations from attorneys across Texas and an extensive review process, and only 2.5% of attorneys in Texas receive this distinction.
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2018 Texas Rising Star
Texas SuperLawyers 2018.0
Note: The Texas Rising Stars list, published by Thomson Reuters, recognizes the top young lawyers in the State of Texas based on nominations from attorneys across Texas and an extensive review process, and only 2.5% of attorneys in Texas receive this distinction.
Education
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Baylor University B.A. (2007) | Political Science
Honors: Activities: Football Team
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Baylor Law School J.D. (2012)
Honors: Activities: National Moot Court and Mock Trial Teams
Websites
https://www.RDZlaw.com
Rodriguez Legal - Law Office - Attorney Rafael C. Rodriguez
Fort Stockton Law Office - Rodriguez Legal
205 South Nelson Street, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
Monday: 8 AM - 6:30 AM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 9 AM - 2 PM
Sunday: Closed
(432) 400-4002