Here for you, every step of the way

Providing advice that matters.

Personal Injury

Texas Personal Injury Attorney Advocating for Your Right to Fair and Just Compensation

Mediation

Retired District Court Judge and Mediator Guides Parties Through the Alternative Dispute Resolution Process

Local Counsel

Honorable Judge
Pat Sebesta knows
Brazoria County

A life-long resident of Brazoria County, Pat Sebesta has been serving Brazoria County since 1993 with measurable success as both an attorney and a judge. As a judge since 1999, Pat Sebesta presided over 700 jury trials in Brazoria County that have ranged from the simple to the most complex.   Civil cases have included wrongful deaths, toxic torts, product liability, DWI deaths, medical malpractice, car wreck personal injury cases, property disputes, wills and trusts, aviation, and many more. Criminal matters have ranged from speeding appeals to capital murder cases where the state was seeking the death penalty.  Pat Sebesta understands the challenges and pressures that comes with every case and is here for you, every step of the way.  

1993

Began Practicing Law as a Brazoria County Prosecutor

1999

Elected Judge of the County Court at Law No. 2 and Probate of Brazoria County

2003

Elected Judge of the 239th District Court of Brazoria County and re-elected for five terms, a total of 20 years of service

2023

Established Pat Sebesta Law Firm, PLLC

Located in the Heart of Angleton on Block 1 of the Old Angleton Townsite, the Historic Gayle House was built in 1911 by James Ray and Alma Gayle.

The house has been in the Gayle family for four generations and has served as both a residence and an office continuously since its construction. Prior to The Pat Sebesta Law Firm moving into the historic home, retired Judge James Ray Gayle, III utilized the Gayle House as his law office.

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Mediation Services in Brazoria County

At Pat Sebesta Law Firm, P.L.L.C., mediation services are offered across Texas by retired judge and attorney Pat Sebesta, who is dedicated to helping parties resolve legal issues outside of court. As a skilled and impartial mediator, Sebesta facilitates discussions in various types of disputes, including personal injury, family law, and contract disputes. Mediation provides an opportunity for involved parties to exert control over the legal process, often yielding faster and more predictable results than traditional litigation. By fostering a constructive environment, mediation aims to help adversaries become collaborators, working towards resolutions that are mutually satisfactory. The approach centers on effective communication and encouraging parties to generate creative solutions, which are then formalized with the assistance of legal counsel.

Mediation presents distinct advantages compared to litigation, such as being quicker, less costly, and affording greater privacy. It is a nonbinding process, allowing parties the flexibility to explore resolutions without being compelled to agree to unsatisfactory terms. Furthermore, mediation can help maintain valuable relationships by encouraging cooperation and reducing conflict-related stress. The mediation process not only preserves personal and professional connections but also places important decision-making into the hands of the parties involved rather than the court system. For individuals in Texas, especially in Brazoria County, experienced mediation services and resources are easily available.