Godwin Ronquillo PC Welcomes Former Judge Marilea Lewis as Of Counsel to Head Family Law Area

Dallas, TX, July 06, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Godwin Ronquillo PC, a Texas trial and appellate firm with offices in Dallas and Houston, takes great pride in announcing that Former Judge Marilea Lewis has joined as Of Counsel and will be heading the Family Law Litigation practice. Having served as an Associate Judge and a District Judge, her unique experience gives her a wider understanding of the matters brought into family court and underscores both proven ability and highly respected experience.

She is a fifth generation Texan and provides a strong leadership background which is well suited to address family law issues head-on while sustaining a sincere commitment to family values, justice for children and families and to the improvement of the community overall.

Donald E. Godwin, Chairman and CEO of Godwin Ronquillo, explains, “The insight, strength and passion that Marilea has gained in her multiple terms on the bench brings a new level of service to our clients and we are very pleased to have her with us. The job is much more than simply providing legal services, it is about helping people through the stress and uncertainty of extremely difficult times.”

Being Board Certified in Family Law and a certified mediator, Judge Lewis is pioneering a new dimension for Godwin Ronquillo as the Firm seeks to enhance its Arbitration and Mediation practice in the Family Law, Civil and Commercial areas.

Marcos Ronquillo, President and COO of the Firm adds, “We feel that Marilea is the right person at the right time on a number of levels. Her leadership in Family Law is tremendous and her skill in Arbitration and Mediation adds expanded services while not diminishing our reputation as tough litigators.”

A graduate of Baylor University School of Law, Marilea Lewis has written numerous articles and is a frequent speaker at seminars and classes throughout Dallas County and the state. When asked about her new position, Judge Lewis commented, “Family Law is an area that touches all of our lives. At Godwin Ronquillo I will be able to exercise the skills acquired during my years of private practice and service on the bench. The Firm takes tremendous pride in their tradition of representing the best interests of the client and I am looking forward to this great opportunity.”

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