About Rebecca Cousins

Rebecca Cousins Brightwell practices regulation at her company, Rebecca C — Brightwell, PLLC, positioned in Lufkin, Texas. She has been a member of the Texas Bar since 2002. The firm focuses on injury claims but also handles a selection of other legal matters, which includes felony regulation, family regulation, and property making plans. With many areas of practice, she is well-geared up to assist clients with numerous legal wants across East Texas. She earned her J.D. from Baylor Law School in 2002, the place she targeted on legal proceedings.

Prior to that, she obtained a B.A. in Government and Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin in 1998. During her time in law school, she worked as a summer time clerk, which laid the inspiration for her professional legal career. Her early roles included serving as a legislative aide and researcher, which provided her with perception into the legislative process and the details of legal frameworks. Most of her practice involves personal personal injury cases, where she represents clients who have suffered because of negligence or wrongful movements. Cases usually move from preliminary consultations to negotiations and, when important, legal proceedings.

She additionally handles criminal protection matters, including DUI and DWI cases, ensuring that her clients obtain truthful representation. In household regulation, she assists with divorce proceedings and custody disputes, aiming to gain the best outcomes for households in transition. Before turning into a junior partner in 2017, she worked as an affiliate lawyer at her company, where she developed her skills in a number of areas of law. Her experience spans over two decades. This lets the attorney navigate complicated legal issues successfully. She has also developed a popularity for her work in business law, real estate law, and environmental law, making her a versatile attorney within the area.

Rebecca is dedicated to her network and often participates in nearby events and legal clinics. Her dedication to public service is clear in her involvement with a number of legal initiatives aimed toward improving get entry to to justice. She is understood for her approachable demeanor and her ability to connect with clients on a private degree, which supports to construct trust and rapport. As a nicely-rounded attorney, Rebecca Cousins Brightwell continues to expand her practice and adapt to the evolving area of law. Her broad background and commitment to her clients make her a respected determine within the Lufkin legal network. She stays passionate about advocating for those in need and providing effective legal answers for her clients.

Education

Baylor Law School

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) (2002) | Litigation

2002

University of Texas - Austin

B.A. (1998) | Government & Psychology

1998

Experience

Junior Partner

Skelton Slusher Barnhill Watkins Wells, PLLC
2017

Lawyer At Law

Rebecca C. Brightwell, PLLC
2007

Associate Lawyer

Fenley & Bate, LLP
2002

Summer Clerk

Fairchild Price Thomas Haley, LLP
2000

Summer Clerk

Shelby County/San Augustine County Judicial District Court
1998

Legislative Aide/Researcher

Office of the Speaker - Texas House of Representatives
1996

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas

Court Admissions

Texas State Courts State Trial Court · Admitted 2002

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Criminal Law DUI & DWI Family Law Divorce Bankruptcy Business Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Law Agricultural Law Asbestos & Mesothelioma Construction Law Domestic Violence Energy Oil & Gas Law Environmental Law

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Negotiations Litigation

Certifications & Awards

Admitted to Practice

5th Circuit Court of Appeals

Admitted to Practice

Southern District of Texas (US DISTRICT COURTS)

Admitted to Practice

Eastern District of Texas (US DISTRICT COURTS)

Office Locations

Main Office

 101 South First Street Lufkin TX 75901