From the Start, Thanks for Reading

Thanks for reading. My first blog (or attorney "blawg") is a general introduction about me, my philosophy toward the practice of law, and my perspective on the everyday type of laws. BTW, my blawg title, Everyday Texas Law, is a reflection of the type of law to be blogged rather than the frequency of the blogs.

I attended undergrad and law school at the University of Texas at Austin because I enjoyed the warmth of the south and, all things considered, UT was a great school. I earned academic scholarships, pledged a sorority, worked up to three jobs at one point, and laughed often. My wonderful husband and I met in college and now have two beautiful children to whom I am completely biased.

The practice of law is both fulfilling and humbling. Still, I believe in the power of one person. Thus, when I can educate and empower individuals, I will by providing pro bono legal services for the low income segment or by making quality legal resources accessible to the hard working middle class.

The American family is being pulled in many different directions. Families should be respected and preserved. Laws and entities which threaten the family should be challenged. Government should remember that it only exists at the will of the people and should restrain its interference. Nonetheless, I am grateful to our U.S. troops and take pride in saying that I am an American citizen.

Despite the plethora of lawyer jokes, most clients receive competent legal advice, effective advocacy, and creative, problem solving counsel. To elevate the bar, here are a few things to which I commit to being:

• An attorney who will not be ashamed at night of her conduct during the day.


• An attorney who will not hide things to project an image.


• An attorney who will pray with her clients and the opposing side.


• An attorney whose rates reflect her need not her greed.


• An attorney who appreciates both book and street knowledge.

• An attorney who believes that God wants her to defend the rights of the wronged, the fatherless, and the widowed.

Christ is my pattern. He went to the cross to protect others. His disciples risk their lives to stand up for what is right. I will do no less. I try to follow Him in every decision I make. Doing so led me to the practice of law. This is where I fight for what is right. I have been trained for this battle and I willingly accept.

So, this is Alicia Fortson. Welcome to my thoughts.