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Peter Clarke
Peter J. Clarke, Esq. received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hofstra University in
Hempstead, New York in 1989. In 1993, Peter moved to Houston, Texas to attend the Thurgood Marshall School of Law (TMSL) at Texas Southern University, where he obtained his Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude, in 1996. While at TMSL, Peter competed on the school’s National Moot Court team. Following graduation, Peter clerked with the Honorable Carl E. Stewart, Circuit Judge (Chief Judge 2012-2019), for the United Stated Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in Shreveport, Louisiana.
In 1997, after his clerkship, Peter returned to Houston and established the law firm of Clarke Law, PLLC. He practices in the areas of plaintiff’s personal injury, contracts, civil litigation, arbitration and mediation. Peter has been a certified mediator since 2004 and an arbitrator since 2001, where he has served on numerous arbitration panels and rosters, including the U.S. Postal Service/NALC/APWU/NPMHU panels, Southern District of Texas and the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services (FMCS) rosters.
Peter has been a former guest Professor of Law at TMSL, lecturer for the Sports & Entertainment Law Society at TMSL, and a lecturer at the Texas State Bar Minority Attorney Program. Peter has been or is currently a member of the Texas State Bar, American Bar Association, National Bar Association, Houston Lawyers Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Houston Trial Lawyers Association and the Trial Lawyers College.
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PRACTICE AREAS
Transactional
Personal Injury
Contracts
Melika Charles Is passionate about helping clients navigate complex legal matters with confidence, clarity, and personalized attention. Her experience includes personal injury litigation, where she advocates for individuals and families seeking accountability and fair compensation, as well as transactional law, where she assist businesses and individuals with contracts, compliance, risk management, and other legal needs.
She is someone who enjoys getting to know her clients, understand the goals and challenges that are unique to their circumstances, and developing practical legal strategies designed to protect their interests. Whether advocating for a client in litigation or helping a business prevent legal issues before they arise, Melika strives to provide thoughtful, responsive, and results-focused representation while making the legal process as understandable and manageable as possible.
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PRACTICE AREAS
Transactional
Personal Injury
Contracts
Robert May Jr. is a graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law. He received his bachelors in Political Science and Philosophy from Sam Houston State University. During his time at Thurgood Marshall School of Law, he was given numerous awards for his oral advocacy in Mock trial competitions and received the honorary Order of the Barrister's designation.
Before attending law school, Robert built a decade long career in Medical Device Sales. However, Robert felt called to more and to take his skills for problem identification and problem solving to law school. While attending law school, Robert was on the TMSL National Mock Trial team. He also served as class president for his 2L year, and was selected to represent the student body as a member of the Professional Student Task Force. These unique positions allowed Robert to harness and sharpen his skillsets in advocacy for others.
Since his 1L summer, he has clerked at Clarke Law, working on a range of cases including motor vehicle collisions, defamation and premises liability. During this time, he has championed the notion that no matter the facts, "Advocating for others is the mission." He is a proud member of the team and he looks forward to representing clients through every stage of litigation once he passes the bar.
PRACTICE AREAS
Transactional
Personal Injury
Contracts
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Paolo Ramirez works as a paralegal on our team. He graduated from the University of Houston’s paralegal program and has an Associates degree in Science from Lonestar College, he is planning on continuing his education to receive his bachelors in history and enter law school. He is passionate about helping others, and wishes to pursue a side of law in which he is able to help those in need of proper representation. Paolo is also fluent in both English and Spanish.
In his days away from the office, Paolo loves to spend time with his friends and loved ones, discovering new places Houston has to offer as well as traveling.
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Jules Perrodin is a graduate of Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With nearly three years of experience in personal injury law, he has gained valuable insight on both the pre-litigation and litigation sides of the field. Jules is currently preparing to begin law school as he continues his journey toward becoming an attorney.
He is committed to integrity, honesty, and compassion, which guide his work and his dedication to helping clients achieve the outcomes they deserve.
Outside of work, Jules enjoys spending time with friends and family, embracing spontaneous adventures, or finding peace in nature during moments of solitude.
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Alecea Peel is a Langston University graduate, with Two Associate Degrees and a Bachelors Degree in Corrections. She has Three years of legal experience as a legal assistant, and a deputy criminal court clerk.
As a daughter of veterans who was raised overseas she loves being able to connect with people of all backgrounds. She values the importance of clear communication, confidentiality, and careful preparation in every aspect of the legal process. She is committed to assisting the attorneys with extensive legal research and trial preparation to ensure clients receive the best possible outcome from their cases.
Outside of work, she enjoys doing fun activities with her family and traveling.