Questions You Can Ask The Criminal Law Expert
Prior to opening her own law firm, Lisa was a federal prosecutor for ten years with the United States Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District of Texas. Before joining the United States Attorney’s Office, Lisa was a state prosecutor at the Angelina County Attorney’s Office for three years. As a prosecutor, Lisa has unique insight into the investigation and prosecution of criminal cases. This experience allows her to provide a thorough and diligent evaluation of her clients’ cases and effectively defend their rights.
Following law school, Lisa was a briefing attorney and staff attorney to Justices Davie Wilson and Jackson B. Smith at the First Court of Appeals in Houston, Texas. As a briefing and staff attorney, Lisa was directly involved in the research and writing of opinions rendered by the justices. Lisa is a skilled writer, which is beneficial to her clients at all phases of the criminal process, from motions to appeals.
Former Experience
- Former Assistant United States Attorney,
- Eastern District of Texas
- Former Assistant County Attorney,
- Angelina County, Texas
- Former Briefing and Staff Attorney,
- Texas First Court of Appeals
Awards/ Recognition
- Exceptional Service Award by National Association of Former United States Attorneys 2012
- Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation (consists of less than 2% of all Texas lawyers)
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) 2012
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) 2012
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) 2012
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 2012
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) 2012
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 2012
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the Texas Department of Public Service – Criminal Investigation Division 2012
- Recognition for Outstanding Service as an Assistant United States Attorney by the Nacogdoches County Task Force Officers 2012
- Lisa has been married to Derek C. Flournoy, Angelina County Court at Law #2 Judge, for thirteen years. They have two children. They are both natives of Angelina County, where they are actively involved in the community.
Questions You Can Ask The Criminal Law Expert:
1. What things should I consider when choosing an attorney?
2. Do I need a lawyer that specializes in a particular field or can anyone represent me?
3. What steps should I take when accused of a DWI offense?