Crockett, TX

Jeff B. Badders

Jeff B. Badders, a Nacogdoches native, earned his Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1978 and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Baylor University Law School in 1981. Admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1982, he has since dedicated his practice to personal injury law, assisting thousands of clients in East Texas. He is a member of several professional associations and has received multiple 'Best Attorney' recognitions.

William R. Pemberton

William R. Pemberton is a seasoned Texas litigator with over 50 years of experience, admitted to practice in Texas since 1972 and before the U.S. Supreme Court since 1975. He is certified in Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy by the National Board of Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy, as a Civil Trial Advocacy Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, and in Civil Trial Law and Personal Injury Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization Certification. He is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and maintains a client rating of 5.0 out of 5.0. His practice areas include Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Criminal Law, and Family Law.

Heath Badders

Heath Badders, eldest son of Jeff Badders, earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2016 and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas the same year. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from Stephen F. Austin State University. Heath actively collaborates with his father, fighting for their clients in personal injury cases.

Mari Badders

Mari Badders graduated summa cum laude from Wake Forest University in 2013 with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Japanese Studies. She earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2015 and was admitted to the Texas bar in 2016. A former US Army officer, Mari has experience with the District Attorney's office and now works with Jeff Badders to protect clients' interests against insurance companies.

Matt Hancock

Matt Hancock, an East Texas native, earned his Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from the University of Texas at Tyler and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2009. Admitted to the Texas bar in 2009, he initially represented insurance companies for six years, gaining valuable litigation experience. Now at Badders Law Firm, he leverages this insight to advocate for injured individuals and their families.