Harlingen, TX

Alexander Begum

Alexander Begum, the founding shareholder of The Law Giant, Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers, is a dedicated personal injury attorney with offices in San Antonio, Brownsville, Dallas, McAllen, Laredo, Houston in Texas, and Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Albuquerque in New Mexico. Licensed to practice law in Texas and New Mexico, he has been advocating for the rights of his clients since 2003. Driven by a deep desire to help those in need, Alexander’s commitment to service remains the guiding force behind his practice. Throughout his career, Alexander has championed clients in need, representing individuals who have been injured, killed, or harmed through no fault of their own. He has litigated against some of the largest insurance companies and corporations in America. Alexander has a deep belief in giving back to the communities in which he serves. His dedication to giving back has shaped his legal approach and positively impacted the local communities in which he practices. Alexander has donated millions of dollars over the years to local causes, charities, children in need, and communities in need. Alexander Begum is a trial lawyer who fiercely advocates for his clients and never backs down from a challenge. He takes pride in helping individuals hold powerful companies and insurance companies accountable, especially when they attempt to deny responsibility. Driven by a deep commitment to justice, Alexander combines unwavering determination with genuine care for his clients, making him a trusted ally in their fight for fairness. Outside of his professional life as a Texas injury attorney, Alexander enjoys traveling, learning about new and diverse cultures, and studying history. A former collegiate tennis player, he still enjoys the sport in his free time. Spending time between Texas and New Mexico, he values time with family and friends and maintains strong connections within his local community. Whether fighting for clients in court or serving his community, Alexander Begum embodies a blend of legal expertise and compassion, making him a trusted advocate for those who need it most.

Jesse Gonzalez

Jesse Gonzalez, founder of J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys, is always fighting tooth and nail for victims of personal injury accidents across the Valley. He recently had to fight a different, more personal, and nearly lethal battle with COVID-19 itself. He was born in McAllen, Texas on July 11, 1968. He worked as a migrant worker for 17 years. He graduated from the University of Texas-Pan American in 1992 with a Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master’s in Educational Administration in 1995. He earned his Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s School of Law in 2000. He was admitted to the Texas Bar in 2001. He has over 20 years of experience. He has won numerous awards from prestigious legal organizations and has been featured in many local and national lawyer magazines, news channels, and radio stations. He created digital legal services, a virtual consultation service that earned him a place in The National Law Journal’s 2021 Plaintiff’s Lawyers Trailblazers List. He is committed to excellence and is part of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Kathryn Snapka

Kathryn “Kathy” Snapka is a Board Certified personal injury attorney specializing in medical malpractice, pharmaceutical litigation, birth injury, and Wernicke’s Encephalopathy cases nationwide. With over 40 years of experience handling complex negligence and injury cases, she ranks among the top 3% of Texas attorneys in Personal Injury Trial Law. A Texas Super Lawyer since 2003, she leads her firm in handling complex medical error cases, healthcare provider negligence claims, and surgical mistakes across Texas and New Mexico. Her expertise in patient advocacy and medical standard of care litigation has earned her Martindale-Hubbell’s highest AV rating and recognition from the American College of Trial Lawyers.

Michael Cowen

Michael Cowen is the co-founder of Law Giant Injury Lawyers, dedicated to protecting the rights of injury victims in New Mexico and Texas. He joined Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft in New York in 1996, which ignited his passion for helping the injured. Licensed in Texas and New Mexico, he has extensive experience in a wide variety of injury cases, excelling in gathering and analyzing evidence. He is also the author of several books and host of the "Trial Lawyer Nation" podcast.

Alexander Begum

Alexander Begum is the founding shareholder of Law Giant Injury Lawyers, with offices in Texas and New Mexico. Licensed in both states since 2003, he advocates for clients injured or killed due to others' negligence, litigating against major insurance companies and corporations. He is committed to giving back to the community, donating millions to local causes and charities. A trial lawyer, he fiercely advocates for clients, holding powerful entities accountable.

Sonia Rodriguez

Sonia Rodriguez has represented plaintiffs for nearly 20 years in personal injury trial and appellate law. She is licensed in Texas and admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and all U.S. District Courts in Texas. In 2004, she achieved a verdict exceeding $2 Million in Val Verde County, Texas, as the first Mexican American woman to do so. She was named a "Texas Rising Star" in 2005 and 2006.

Richard Storm

Richard Storm is a Texas personal injury lawyer at The Law Giant, Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers, where he represents clients in various practice areas, including personal injury law, serious vehicle collisions, large truck accidents, product liability, insurance issues, and healthcare-related matters. Attorney Storm has experience with both large and small firms, and for years he has lead and managed attorneys, conducted trials, hearings, depositions, motions, and mediations. With trial experience of over 150 + jury trials as lead counsel, attorney Storm has an expansive law career that spans over 31 years. He has represented thousands of clients in all types of legal matters, and has argued cases across the State of Texas in over 50 counties and precincts. His wide experience is an invaluable resource to his clients and the firm, making him among the best at The Law Giant, Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers. In his spare time, attorney Storm is active in his children’s Scout Troop serving in adult leadership over 13 years. With the blessing of a wife and family of three children, he spends weekends or vacation time with his family or at sporting events. His hobbies include, Bar-B-Que, fishing, hunting, scuba, and mountain biking. He follows a personal philosophy that life should include a balance of faith, love, work, integrity, learning and growth.