Recognized in the 2026 Best Law Firms® Rankings

Zendeh Del & Associates has been recognized for excellence in the 2026 Best Law Firms rankings. The program’s 16th edition evaluates firms using client references, peer reviews, interviews with industry leaders, and analysis of firm data. This cycle included over 110,000 client references and more than 200,000 evaluations across 127 practice areas in 188 local jurisdictions. 

Best Law Firms serves as a trusted benchmark for quality legal representation. Placement in these rankings signals consistent results, strong client feedback, and peer respect. It helps people compare options by practice area and location, then choose a team with proven performance. For local clients, it means you can hire with confidence and expect clear guidance at every step.

Our Client Care Pledge

The legal team at Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC wants every client to receive the highest professional standards. We pledge:

  • To treat you with respect and courtesy.
  • To handle your legal matter competently and diligently, in line with the highest standards of the profession.
  • To exercise independent professional judgment on your behalf.
  • To charge a reasonable fee and explain in advance how that fee will be computed and billed.
  • To return your telephone calls as promptly as possible.
  • To keep you informed and provide copies of important documents.
  • To respect your decisions on the objectives to be pursued in your case, as permitted by law and the Rules of Professional Conduct, including whether to settle.
  • To preserve client confidences learned during our lawyer-client relationship.
  • To work with other participants in the legal system to make it more accessible and responsive.
  • To exhibit the highest degree of ethical conduct in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct and the Rules of the State Bar.

How We Help Clients in Galveston

If you are dealing with an arrest or investigation, start with resources that explain your options in plain English. Acting early can protect your rights and shape the outcome.

The Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC Team

Jonathan Zendeh Del

Trial Attorney

Gabe Perez

Trial Attorney

Carolyn Zendeh Del

Certified Mediator, Attorney

Chase Waterwall

Trial Attorney

Dorothy Porretto

Office Manager, Paralegal

Pedro Ruiz

Judge

Legal Assistant Zaira Banda

Zaira Banda

Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Colleen Herndon

Colleen Herndon

Legal Assistant

What to Expect When You Contact Us

  • A short intake that respects your time.
  • A direct conversation about what happened, your goals, and your timeline.
  • A step-by-step plan that explains deadlines, potential defenses, and likely next actions.
  • Regular updates so you always know where your case stands.

Local Experience That Benefits Your Case

Working in Galveston County courts helps us anticipate procedures that affect scheduling, negotiations, and trial strategy. We prepare each file with the level of detail required for motions practice and courtroom presentation, and we explain those decisions in a way that is easy to understand. You get the benefit of focused preparation and clear communication throughout the process.

Why This Recognition Matters in Real Life

Awards do not decide cases, people do. That said, being recognized in the 2026 Best Law Firms rankings reinforces qualities that matter to you right now. It reflects consistent client service, peer feedback, and sustained results across practice areas and jurisdictions. When your liberty or record is at stake, choosing a team known for performance and professionalism can make a real difference.

Give us a call or reach us at our Contact Page. Tell us what happened, your timeline, and your goals. We will explain your options and build a plan that fits your life.

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Jonathan Zendeh Del

Attorney South Texas College of Law Houston, Georgia State Bar, Texas State Bar

After practicing law in Oklahoma, Jonathan returned to his native Galveston to establish Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC, where he and his wife are law partners.

Year after year, Jonathan is named in Super Lawyers® Magazine and featured in Texas Monthly Magazine. Jonathan has achieved an AV Preeminent® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and has a 100% Client Review Rating. Jonathan has been named on The National Trial Lawyers’ “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” list. Jonathan has also received an Avvo Rating of 10.0 Superb for his experience, industry recognition, and professional conduct as a lawyer.

Jonathan practices in the areas of DWI/DUI defense, criminal defense, and personal injury law.

Areas of Expertise: DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury




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