Paralegal

Lisha Abbey

Lisha is a longtime resident of Houston, Texas. Always having had an interest in the law, she went back to school at Houston Community College during the Covid-19 pandemic, graduating early and with honors, to channel her passion for justice into a career. Swimming, skating, and spending time with family and friends is how she balances her work and personal life.

  • Award Member Harris ocunty Criminal Lawyers Association
  • Award Governor's Judicial Commendation
  • Award Executive Department Proclamation
  • Award State Bar of Texas
  • Award National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer
  • Award Appellate Court Division Judge
  • Award Appelate Court Rules Committee Judge

EDUCATION:

  • Houston Community College:
    • Associate of Applied Science (Paralegal Studies):  Certificate in Paralegal Technology, Legal Assistant; Certificate in Paralegal Technology, Law Office Clerk
    • Associate in Arts (Liberal Arts)
  • New York University (Organizational Behavior Studies)

AWARDS AND HONORS:

  • Honors Graduate (National Society for Leadership and Success)
  • Two-time Deans List recipient (Houston Community College)
  • Choctaw Nation Higher Education Award (The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma)

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS:

  • Communications Chair for the Indigenous People's Caucus for the Democratic Party of Texas
  • Member of Best Buddies International