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Cynthia L. Benavides

Attorney
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Career

Cindy has been helping everyday people in her role as a transactional attorney for over 15 years. She is a former high school teacher/coach turned lawyer. Upon graduation from law school, Cindy spent a decade honing her skills in real estate, business law, estate planning and probate at a prestigious law firm in the Rio Grande Valley.

 

In 2017, Cindy opened Benavides Law Firm. Her passion for helping others combined with her work ethic and diligence make for successful transactions and happy clients. In 2020, Cindy joined forces with Edwards Abstract & Title Company by opening their Mid-Valley location. The venture gives Cindy the ability to better serve her real estate clients.

 

In 2022, Cindy added her brother-in-law, Rene Benavides (J.D.) to Benavides Law Firm in an “of counsel” capacity to grow a personal injury practice in the Rio Grande Valley.

 

Background

 

Cindy (Rodriguez) Benavides was born in Harlingen, Texas and grew up in La Feria, Texas. She is a graduate of La Feria High School. Cindy is married to Alex Benavides (J.D.). They are the proud parents of two children: Alexandro Benavides, Jr. and Marcus Bo Benavides.

 

Education

 

  • University of Texas – Bachelor of Arts English
  • Texas Tech School Law – Juris Doctorate
  • Texas Tech Rawls College of Business – Master of Business Administration

Areas of Practice

 

  • REAL ESTATE
  • BUSINESS LAW
  • ESTATE PLANNING (Pre-Death Matters)
  • PROBATE (Post-Death Matters)
  • FAMILY LAW (Adoptions & Name Changes)

Bar and Court Admissions

 

  • State Bar of Texas

Former and Current Professional and Community Activities

 

  • Prospective Board Member of the Texas Lawyer’s Insurance Exchange
  • Award Recipient for Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) Above and Beyond Award 2021
  • Leadership State Bar of Texas 2009
  • Award Recipient for HCBA Member of the Year 2008
  • Past President of the Women’s Bar Section – HCBA 2008
  • Participant in pro bono work for Texas Rural Legal Aid in Hidalgo County
  • Member of State Bar of Texas
  • Member of the Hidalgo County Bar Association
  • Member of Weslaco Chamber of Commerce