Our Team
Attorneys
James D. Rosenblatt
President
James is the President of Rosenblatt Law Firm and Chair for the Transactional Section of Rosenblatt Law Firm. He brings with him 25 years of experience in Business Law and Strategic Planning.
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 1993
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, 1994
- Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, 1994
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 1994
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, 2010
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, 2010
- United States Supreme Court, 2003
Education:
- University of the Incarnate Word, 2001 – Master of Business Administration
- Emory University School of Law, 1993 – Juris Doctorate of Law
- Wesleyan University, 1990 – Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas
- San Antonio Bar Association
- American Bar Association
Recognitions/Awards:
- 2021 Best Lawyers in America (Best Lawyers.com)
James is the President of Rosenblatt Law Firm and Chair for the transactional side of the firm. He brings with him 27 years of experience in business law and strategic planning. Before founding Rosenblatt Law Firm, James worked as an associate for Davidson & Troilio, a regional law firm, where he worked on environmental, government, corporate, real estate and litigation work. He worked nationally as an associate for Akin Gump focusing on general Corporate Practice and associated securities, mergers, and related work. Before RLF, he worked as in-house general counsel for an international construction company, aiding in strategic planning, managing all legal issues, acquiring multiple offices across the country and Canada, directing human resources, and actively participating in financial planning, human resource, accounting, and risk management.
James graduated from Wesleyan University with honors with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Emory University with a Juris Doctorate, and the University of the Incarnate Word with a Master of Business Administration with honors. Over the years James has continued to stay active in the business community by Teaching MBA and Law courses at Texas A&M University, Kingsville (San Antonio Campus) and University of the Incarnate Word. He has held board positions on homeowners’ associations, development boards, leadership advisement organizations, and many other community engagement boards.
While James can most often be described as self-amused, he strives to be seen as a good listener, problem solver, and counselor. One of his most significant accomplishments is that Rosenblatt Law Firm still has many of its initial clients from 15 years ago when the firm opened, and these clients continue to be sources of referral today.
Jennifer Beldon Rosenblatt
Partner
Jennifer is Partner for the Litigation Section of the firm. She brings with her over 25 years of experience in Litigation and Appellate law.
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 1993
Education:
- Washington University, 1990 – Sociology and Psychology
- London School of Economics, Spring 1989
- Emory University, 1993 – Juris Doctorate of Law
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas
- Bexar County Woman’s Bar Association
- S.A. Impact
- William S. Sessions Inns of Court
Recognitions/Awards:
- 1990-1993 – Public Service Award: Student Legal Services
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2021, 2022 – Construction & Surety, Labor & Employment, Business & Corporate
Molly E. Neck
Senior Associate Attorney
Molly joined Rosenblatt Law Firm in 2014. She is a Senior Associate for the Transactional Section of the firm.
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 2008
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 2008
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas, 2008
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, 2008
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit, 2008
- U.S. Tax Court 2011
Education:
- Tulane University, 2002- Religious Studies
- St. Mary’s University School of Law, 2008– Juris Doctorate of Law
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas
- Bexar County Woman’s Bar Association
- San Antonio Bar Association
- San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
- William H. Sessions Inns of Court
- League of Women Voters
- Habitat for Humanity
- National Leadership Council
- Bexar County Women’s Bar Foundation LEAD Academy
Recognitions/Awards:
- Bexar County Women’s Bar Association, Belva Lockwood Outstanding Young Lawyer, 2013
- Texas Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2017
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2021, 2022 – Business & Corporate Law, Construction & Surety, Mergers & Acquisitions
Mary Lisa Mireles
Senior Associate Attorney
Mary Lisa joined Rosenblatt Law Firm in 2014. She is a Senior Associate for the Transactional Section of the firm.
Bar Admissions:
Texas State Bar, 2010
Education:
- Baylor University, 2007 – Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
- Texas Tech University School of Law, 2010 – Juris Doctorate of Law
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas
- Bexar County Woman’s Bar Association
- San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
- State Bar College
- Rotary Club of San Antonio
- Bexar County Women’s Bar Foundation LEAD Academy, inaugural class member
Recognitions/Awards:
- Texas Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2021, 2022 – Business & Corporate Law, Labor & Employment
Mary Lisa began her years of higher education studying philosophy at Baylor. She credits this foundation for her interest and tactical views at problem-solving. Following undergrad, Mary Lisa attended law school at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas on a full Regent’s Scholarship. During law school, she was an Articles Editor on the Administrative Law Journal and president of the Student Public Interest Initiative, an organization which helped raise money for law students to work in public interest and legal aid. Mary Lisa worked as a student attorney in the Family Law Clinic representing clients in family and social security matters. Also, she interned with Disability Rights Texas and several private firms.
Mary Lisa works on the transactional side of employment matters–making sure her clients are hiring, firing, and maintaining employees to protect their assets and minimize litigation. Her expertise is in drafting individual contracts tailored to her client’s needs.
Outside of work, Mary Lisa continues her passion for community involvement by volunteering with the Rotary Club of San Antonio and Snack Pak 4 Kids, a program dedicated to ending weekend hunger for kids in need, at a local elementary school. She also enjoys spending time with her sons and husband.
Elena Serna
Senior Associate Attorney
phone: (210) 562-2900
fax: (210) 562-2929
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 2010
- New Mexico State Bar, 2009 (inactive status)
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Education:
- University of New Mexico, 2005 – Bachelor of Arts Religious Studies/Philosophy
- St. Mary’s University School of Law, 2009 – Juris Doctorate of Law
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- Bexar County Woman’s Association
- San Antonio Bar Association
- Community Justice Program
Recognitions/Awards:
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2021, 2022 – Business Litigation, Insurance Defense: Commercial, PI Defense: General
Catherine A. Byers
Senior Associate Attorney
Bar Admissions:
Texas State Bar 2015
Education:
- Texas A&M University, 2008 Bachelor of Arts Communication
- Michigan State University, 2015 Juris Doctorate of Law
- Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC®)
Professional Association and Memberships:
- Bexar County Women’s Bar Association
- San Antonio Bar Association
- REPTL
Recognitions/Awards:
- San Antonio Scene, Rising Star Lawyer, 2020,
- Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2020, 2021, 2022
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2022 – Probate, Estate Planning & Trusts
During her free time, Cat is a special needs consultant, helping families with special loved ones obtain guardianship and preparing trusts. She also helped frontline workers at the start of the COVID pandemic with setting up basic estate plans. Cat enjoys watching Harry Potter, Spurs Basketball, and musicals.
Jeffrey W. Bryson
Associate Attorney
Bar Admissions:
- Texas, Washington, D.C.
Education:
- J.D. South Texas College of Law Houston, 2000
- LL.M. Taxation Georgetown University Law Center, 2001
- Certificate in Employee Benefits Law Georgetown University Law Center, 2001
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Texas; WealthCounsel (2018)
- San Antonio Estate Planners Counsel (2017)
- San Antonio Bar Association (2016)
- Business Networking International (2017)
Jeffrey Bryson found the perfect field of expertise that marries his love of numbers and rules: tax law. Dedicated to education, Jeffrey earned his Master of Laws Degree in Taxation and Certificate in Employee Benefits Law at Georgetown University Law Center and his Law Degree at South Texas College of Law Houston in consecutive years, and even passed the CPA and Bar exams on his first attempt. Today he continues his professional development with memberships in the State Bar of Texas, Washington, D.C. Bar Association, and the San Antonio Estate Planners Council.
Jeffrey joined Rosenblatt Law Firm in 2019 as an associate attorney for the Transactional side of the firm. Jeffrey brings to the firm over 15 years of experience in ERISA, Executive Compensation, Estate Planning, and Tax Law. Of paramount importance is delivering quality legal services to clients and surpassing their expectations.
Though his areas of expertise may seem dry, Jeffrey has a dynamic personality and is considered a faith and family-oriented man who doesn’t take himself too seriously. His personal motto is “Don’t sweat the small stuff.” He loves a good laugh, time spent at the barbecue grill, and coaching a local youth soccer league. His interests are varied, including Bible Study Fellowship, saltwater fishing; he loves photography, even offering professional services for family holiday portraits.
Jeffrey looks to his grandfather, Rear Admiral William C. Bryson, as an inspiration. Jeffrey states that Rear Admiral Bryson was a “genius and a gentleman,” a lifetime Naval officer, and Commander of the USS Iowa in 1954 and 1955. He models his grandfather’s dedication, drive, leadership in helping others advance and compassion for people in his own career, and has developed his own unique blend of clear communication, love of people, and genuine desire to help families ready to ensure their children are well cared for in the event of an unexpected tragedy.
Ashley Randol
Associate Attorney
phone: (210) 562-2900
fax: (210) 562-2929
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 2020
Education:
- Texas Tech University, 2016 – Political Science
- Louisiana State University, 2020 – Graduate Diploma in Comparative Law
- Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center, 2020 – Juris Doctorate of Law
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- San Antonio Young Lawyer’s Association
- Bexar County Woman’s Association
- San Antonio Bar Association
- State Bar of Texas
Recognitions/Awards:
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2021, 2022 – Real Estate Transaction
Ashley is a proud 2020 graduate of the Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center, after receiving her undergraduate degree from Texas Tech. While Senior Editor of the Board of Editors of the LSU Journal of Energy Law and Resources and President of the Federalist Society, Ashley ambitiously co-founded Texas Tigers, a student organization aimed at bridging the gap between LSU Law students planning to practice law in Texas. Texas Tigers provided resources for the Texas bar exam, networking opportunities with Texas employers and fellow Texans, and guidance on the Texas legal market and employment opportunities.
Ashley’s hard work, determination, and focus led her from the Texas Tech Raiders to the LSU Tigers and, finally, to join Rosenblatt Law Firm
Problem solving is Ashley’s passion. Ashley uses these skills to find unique solutions for client needs in all areas of transactional work, contract drafting and interpretation, employment matters, insurance, real estate, and construction law.
Ashley is a food connoisseur from fine dining to ice cream to fast food; she loves trying new restaurants, exploring the city, enjoying theme parks and funnel cakes, and spending time with family. But above all, Ashley credits her father as the person who inspired her work ethic and love of the law.
Chessa L. Akins
Attorney of Counsel
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 2008
- Florida State Bar, 2005
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 2009
Education:
- Texas Tech School of Law, 2005 – Juris Doctorate of Law
- Texas Tech University, 2005 – Master of Business Administration
- Texas Tech University, 2001 – Bachelor of Business Administration
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas
- Bexar County Women’s Bar Association
- San Antonio Bar Association
- William H. Sessions Inns of Court
- Midland Medical Alliance
- Midland County Bar Association
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2021, 2022 – Business and Litigation
A graduate of Texas Tech University School of Law, Chessa was a member of the Law Review as well a member of Phi Delta Phi while a law student. Additionally, she clerked for Judge Sam R. Cummings, United States District Court Judge for the Northern District of Texas. After graduating law school, Chessa was a senior associate at Hightower & Partners in Miami, Florida before returning to practice law in Texas.
At Rosenblatt Law Firm, Chessa predominantly handles litigation and real estate matters, striving to help clients achieve a resolution when they feel out of options. The achievement, Chessa considers most significant with the firm, was a defense verdict for a small, local restaurant tenant whose landlord sought an eviction and damages. Chessa and her husband, Scott, have four children. When she is not working, Chessa enjoys spending time with her family, running, cooking, and photography.
Nicole E. Jackson
Attorney of Counsel
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 2005
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 2007
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, 2007
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, 2007
- U.S District Court, Northern District of Texas, 2021
- United States Court of Federal Claims, 2021
- United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Texas, 2021
Education:
- St. Mary’s School of Law, 2005 – Doctor of Jurisprudence
- University of Texas, San Antonio, 2000 – Post-Baccalaureate in Secondary Education
- Troy University, 1998 – Bachelor of Science in Political Science
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas
- San Antonio Bar Association, Equal Opportunity Committee
- Texas Bar Foundation, Fellow
- San Antonio Bar Foundation, Fellow
- Bexar County Woman’s Bar Association, President, 2021
- Business Networking International, The San Antonio Chapter, Secretary, 2019 – 2020
- Texas Monthly, Super Lawyer Rising Star, 2014, 2015
- San Antonio Scene, Rising Star, 2012, 2013, 2016
- San Antonio Scene, Best San Antonio Lawyer, 2020
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2021, 2022 – Business and Civil Litigation
- The Grievance Process, American Board of Trial Advocates, San Antonio Chapter, November 2021
- The State Bar Grievance Discussion, Federal Court Practice Seminar, April 2021
- The Grievance Process and Common Violation, January 2020, FED Talks, Federal Bar Association
- Panel Discussion – When Women Lead, May 2016 – NAFE San Antonio
- How to Avoid the Penalty Pit Stop, The Grievance Process, December 2015 – TexasBar CLE, Family Law
- Prosecuting & Defending Truck and Auto Collision Cases, November 2014 – TexasBar CLE, Personal Injury
- Update on Automobile Accident Liability Litigation in Texas, August 2014 – Infinity Insurance
Nicole has 16 years of commercial and civil litigation experience in state and federal court as well as various administrative proceedings. Nicole represents clients in disputes involving breach of contract, premises liability, deceptive trade practices, wage and hour, sexual harassment, fraud, construction defects, and professional liability matters. Nicole has defended business owners in numerous fatality cases and other catastrophic loss cases, and when necessary, negotiated high-value settlements that limit unnecessary client exposure.
Nicole is active in local bar associations and has been a featured speaker at numerous CLE events, discussing the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. Nicole is the immediate past President of the Bexar County’s Women’s Bar Association and Foundation.
Nicole graduated from St. Mary’s Law School in 2005. While in law school Nicole was the President of the Phi Delta Phi legal honor society, member of the International Jessup Moot Court Team and research assistant for the Center for Terrorism Law.
Wendy L. Martinez
Attorney of Counsel
Recognitions and Education:
Bar Admissions:
- Texas State Bar, 1989
Education:
- The University of Texas at Austin, 1986 – Business Management
- St. Mary’s University School of Law, 1989 – Juris Doctorate of Law
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- State Bar of Texas
- Bexar County Women’s Bar Association
- San Antonio Scene, San Antonio Outstanding Women in Law 2022 – Appellate Law
Wendy is an Attorney of Counsel for Rosenblatt Law Firm. She joined the team in 2021 specializations in appellate and litigation support. Wendy graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 1986 with her Bachelor of Business Administration, and earned her Juris Doctorate of Law from St. Mary’s University in 1989. Wendy has over 31 years of experience working in appellate law. Before Rosenblatt Law Firm, Wendy worked at The Fourth Court of Appeals as the Chief Staff Attorney for 26 years.
Wendy’s biggest verification of a job well done is when she prevails at a hearing or an appeal. She is best known for her research and writing skills. Outside of law, Wendy is most passionate about her family and two sons.
One person she admires is Justice Catherine Stone. “She has overcome a lot and is a true success when it comes to law.” When Wendy is not at work, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family.
Staff
Carrie Flowers
Chief Operating Officer
Laura Orton
Legal Assistant
Michelle Murdoch
Legal Assistant
A graduate of San Antonio College, Michelle works as a Legal Assistant to various attorneys in the Transactional sections of the Rosenblatt Law Firm. Michelle has been a practicing legal assistant since 2017 and is always looking to gain more knowledge about her job. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys reading, listening to music, and spending time with her family. Her hobbies include crafting, wreath making, and going to the beach.
Angelique Fletcher
Legal Assistant
Angie works in the Litigation section. She has over 30 years of experience as a paralegal, primarily in insurance defense. Angie has a BA in English/Communications Arts from St. Mary’s University and an Associates degree in Lawyer Assisting from San Antonio College. Angie enjoys wood working and traveling.
Iliana Cuellar
Administrative Coordinator
Iliana brings over 15 years of administrative support experience to her role at Rosenblatt Law Firm. She provides administrative support for our office manager, Carrie Flowers. Iliana’s friends and family describe her as kind, adventurous, big-hearted, open-minded and determined. In her spare time, Iliana enjoys traveling, reading, swimming and baking. Her personal motto is “Change is inevitable, progression is a choice.”
Kari Guerrero
Administrative Assistant
Kari is responsible for client engagement at the Rosenblatt Law Firm. She is our leader in making first impressions and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Receptionist by day and college student by night, Kari is just a few credits away from earning her Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees in Political Science with a minor in Criminal Justice, then on to law school!
Jordan Montoya
Receptionist
Jordan works as a receptionist at Rosenblatt Law Firm office. She helps keep the office organized, creates our monthly newsletter, and provides excellent customer service. She is currently a student at The University of Texas at San Antonio majoring in Business Management. Jordan’s biggest achievement is being accepted into the honors program and maintaining a high GPA. When she isn’t at the office, Jordan enjoys reading history and baking delicious deserts.
