Ernie Garcia, Founder, Senior Attorney

Our founder is Ernie Garcia, a former English teacher in HISD, and father of 5. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, writing, traveling and hanging out with his dog, Jack. He is passionate about educating Landlords on how to run their rental businesses at peak profitability. 

Ernie Garcia grew up in Alice, a small South Texas town. He came to live in Houston in 1996 when he enrolled at The University of Houston. After graduating cum laude with a degree in English in 2000, Ernie Garcia went on to teach in public school, beginning his career at McReynolds Middle School in HISD teaching 8th Grade English.

After three years as a Houston ISD teacher, Ernie transferred to the Spring Independent School District to teach in the same district where he lived. While Ernie enjoyed his six years as a middle school educator, he knew he wanted to pursue a new field. In November of 2006, Ernie was accepted into South Texas College of Law, where he began classes the following January.

While studying law, Ernie Garcia was a member of the Hispanic Law Students Association, where he served as Treasurer and President. He graduated in December of 2009 as a published member of the distinguished South Texas Law Review. Ernie Garcia received his license to practice law in May of 2010.

Ernie is the proud host of an amazing Facebook Community: Texas Landlords, with over 5,000 members. He’s also the star of our YouTube channel, Ernie Garcia Landlord Attorney, with over Ten Thousand loyal subscribers. We welcome you to join our FB group, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads!   

Dante James, Attorney

Dante has graduated from Thurgood Marshall School of Law, where he participated in the National Competitive Mock Trial team and the Criminal Defense Clinic.

After passing the UBE in October 2022, Dante began working at the Harris County District Attorney’s office where most of his time was spent prosecuting individuals in the Domestic Violence Division.

Most recently, Dante gained experience working at an Insurance Defense law firm where he acquired the bulk of his trial experience in Justice of the Peace, County, and District courts.

In his spare time, Dante enjoys spending time with his dogs, Callie and Blue, cycling around Houston, and spending time with his family and friends.

He brings his passion for Law, strong litigation background, and dedication to client advocacy to the Law Offices of Ernie Garcia, where he is committed to helping clients defend their most valuable assists.

Archita Nair, Associate Attorney

Archita Nair is an Associate Attorney based in Houston, Texas, with a focus on litigation, real estate, and business-related matters. She is committed to providing practical, client-centered solutions and approaches each case with thoughtful strategy, attention to detail, and clear communication.

Archita earned her Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston and is licensed to practice law in Texas. She has experience in litigation and legal research, including drafting pleadings, analyzing cases, and supporting legal strategy in fast-paced environments.

While in law school, Archita served as President and Founder of a student organization focused on negotiation and advocacy, where she led programming centered on practical dispute resolution skills. She also served as President of the South Asian Law Students Association and was an active member and competitor in Alternative Dispute Resolution competitions, further strengthening her ability to communicate effectively, think strategically, and advocate for strong outcomes.

Known for her collaborative approach and positive attitude, Archita enjoys building strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike. She is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses move forward with practical, results-oriented legal guidance.