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Born Chickasha, Oklahoma, August 20, 1961; admitted to Texas State Bar (1988); U.S. District Southern (1988), Western (1998), Eastern (2003) and Northern (2003) Districts of Texas. Education: Texas Christian University (B.B.A. 1984); Saint Mary’s University School of Law (J.D. 1987). Professional: Houston Bar Association (1988 – 1998); San Antonio Bar Association (1998 – present); Litigation Section – State Bar of Texas (1988 – present), National Institute of Trial Advocacy (2001). Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation. American Board of Trial Advocates; Top 15 Injury Defense Lawyer (San Antonio Scene Magazine). Over 100 verdicts in 25 counties.
Born San Antonio, Texas, August 22, 1963; admitted to Texas State Bar (1988); U.S. District Western of Texas (1992). Education: University of Texas at San Antonio (B.A. 1985); University of Texas (J.D. 1988). Professional: San Antonio Bar Association (1988 – present); Committee Member: San Antonio Bar Association District Court Committee and San Antonio Bar Association County Court Committee (1988 – present); Defense Counsel of San Antonio (Former Director).
Stephen K. Luxton is a seasoned litigation attorney with more than a decade of experience focusing on defending individuals and businesses in State and Federal court proceedings. His practice focuses on all areas of insurance defense litigation, including personal and commercial injury defense and first-party cases.
Stephen was born in Beaumont, Texas. He received his BBA from The University of Texas at Arlington and attended law school at St. Mary’s University, graduating magna cum laude. Stephen is admitted to Texas bar, the US District Courts, Western and Southern Districts of Texas, and the US Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit.
Stephen is a member of the American Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, San Antonio Bar Association, Texas Association of Defense Counsel, and the San Antonio Young Lawyers Association. He has been named a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star in Defense Civil Litigation every year since 2017.
Born Juarez, Mexico, 1992; admitted to Texas State Bar (2020); B.A., University of the Incarnate Word (2014); J.D., University of St. Thomas School of Law (Minnesota) (2019); member, Federal Bar Association, San Antonio Chapter (2021 – Present); member, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association (2021); member, Texas Trial Lawyers Association (2021).
Born Portales New, Mexico, 1994; admitted to Texas State Bar (2020); B.A., University of Nevada Las Vegas (2017); J.D., Baylor Law School (Texas) (2020)
Jim Matthews graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio. While in law school, Jim worked in the offices of the United States Attorney for the Western District of Texas, the Travis County District and County Attorney, and the Travis County Mental Health Public Defender. After law school, Jim worked at the New Braunfels firm of Hazel Brown Wright Reneau where he served multiple counties and clients in the areas of family and criminal law. In 2015 Jim opened his own practice in Travis County where he focused on criminal and child welfare law. Jim is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the San Antonio Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, the Austin Bar Association, and the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
As a former journalist and filmmaker who spent two decades creating stories and seeking the truth, Jim is highly skilled at listening to the details and facts of a case so he can effectively communicate your story. He grew up in Austin and attended the University of Texas where he earned a journalism degree. From there he began an award-winning career as a television sports anchor in California and Texas. After leaving television Jim worked as a media director for Ketchum Public Relations. In 2004, Jim opened his own company producing documentaries, corporate videos, television commercials and reality television shows. Jim also taught journalism for the American Forces Television network. He is the author of a baseball book scheduled for release next May titled “Shine The Light”. He is married and has two sons, one of whom practices personal injury law in Austin.
Estefan Rodriguez is a dedicated Texas attorney whose practice is centered around various aspects of insurance defense litigation. With a keen focus on personal injury defense and first-party cases, Estefan brings a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment to his clients.
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Estefan’s journey into law began with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Trinity University in 2015. Eager to deepen his understanding of business and law, he continued his education at St. Mary’s University, where he concurrently pursued a Master of Business Administration and a Doctor of Jurisprudence. In 2018, he was awarded his MBA, followed by his JD in 2019, the same year he was admitted to the Texas Bar.
Estefan’s professional background is rich and varied, providing him with a comprehensive skill set that serves his clients well. During his tenure at USAA, he played a crucial role in ensuring the company’s compliance with a myriad of state and federal laws pertaining to real estate transactions. This experience not only honed his legal acumen but also instilled in him a deep appreciation for meticulous attention to detail.
In addition to his work at USAA, Estefan also spent time as a family law attorney. This role allowed him to further refine his trial skills, navigating complex legal landscapes with empathy and precision. Estefan’s multifaceted experience has equipped him with the ability to approach cases from various angles, providing clients with a well-rounded and effective defense strategy.
Christina Hanson is an Austin native and has committed her legal career to prosecuting and defending personal injury cases state-wide since her admittance to the Texas Bar in 2020. Formerly a Plaintiff’s attorney for an Austin personal injury firm, Christina gained extensive experience handling depositions, hearings, trial preparations, and settlement negotiations on a wide variety of cases. She now uses her knowledge of both sides of the docket to effectively counsel her clients and defend their case through resolution. Her insurance defense practice encompasses all aspects of first-party and third-party claim litigation.
Christina graduated from Southwestern University in 2017, where she double majored in Psychology & Spanish, minored in Business, and competed in Division III women’s lacrosse. In 2020, she earned her law degree with a Special Distinction in Litigation from Baylor University School of Law. During her time in law school, Christina was recognized for her written and oral advocacy skills, winning two consecutive moot court championships and several writing awards, including 1st Place in Baylor’s Ultimate Writer Competition.
Christina is a member of the State Bar of Texas, American Bar Association, Texas Bar Association, Austin Bar Association, and Austin Young Lawyers Association. In 2022, she was selected to participate in the Austin Bar Association’s annual Leadership Academy and served on the fundraising committee for the Travis County renovation project of the Victim-Witness Room at the Gardner-Betts Juvenile Justice Center. She also serves on the Austin Bar Association’s annual Adoption Day Committee.