Justice Patricia O’Connell Alvarez (Ret.)

Fellows
Practicing In: Texas
Member Since: 2024
888-413-6630

Location

Alvarez Dispute Resolutions, PLLC
Post Office Box 1420
Helotes, TX  780123

About

Having a distinguished career as a trial attorney and judge, Patricia Alvarez brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record to her role as a mediator and arbitrator.

With 12 years of experience as a judge in the Fourth Court of Appeals and 26 years as a trial attorney, Justice Alvarez brings a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and the intricacies of why cases are won or lost at trial. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is committed to facilitating fair and amicable solutions for diverse clients by highlighting the risks involved in trying a case and encouraging efficient resolution.

Skilled in:

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Legal and Factual Analysis
  • Negotiation
  • Active Listening
  • Decision-Making
  • Communication
  • Fluent in Spanish

Background

BAR ADMISSIONS
1987, Texas: 1992.
Florida (Non-Practicing Member)
U. S. District Court, Southern (1991), Northern (1991), Eastern (1991) and Western (1989)
Districts of Texas
District of Columbia Court of Appeals (2003)
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1989)
U. S. Supreme Court (1992)

Education / Training

Duke University School of Law, LLM, 2023
University of Texas at Austin, J.D., 1987
University of Texas at San Antonio, B.B.A., 1982 (MBA Studies-Degree not obtained)
Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico 1974-1979 (Administración de Empresas)

Fees

Types of Cases Mediated

Mediation Services

Justice Patricia Alvarez offers expert mediation services to facilitate amicable agreements between disputing parties, leveraging her extensive legal experience.

Arbitration Services

Focused on delivering fair and binding resolutions, Justice Alvarez conducts arbitration with a deep understanding of legal complexities.

Private Judging Services

Providing neutral judging services on the request by all parties to hear cases and make a judicial decision that, by agreement, may or may not be appealable.

Comprehensive Dispute Resolution

Offering a full spectrum of dispute resolution services, Judge Alvarez ensures tailored solutions for each unique case.