Sofia Straus
Sofia Maria Straus is a dedicated bilingual plaintiff’s attorney with eight years of experience in the legal field, currently in her fifth year at the Law Office of Domingo García L.L.P. Throughout her career, she has exclusively represented plaintiffs, managing a high-volume litigation caseload of approximately 150 active cases. Sofia is committed to advocating for her clients and has tried numerous cases, most recently finishing back-to-back trials. Beyond the courtroom, she is deeply involved in professional legal organizations, serving as the Women’s Caucus Chair for the Houston Trial Lawyers Association and on the Board of Advocates for the Texas Trial Lawyers Association.
Her commitment to community extends beyond law. Sofia serves on the board of the Queensbury Theatre, a professional theater in Houston’s City Center, reflecting her passion for supporting the arts. She also actively mentors law students, giving back to the next generation of attorneys through programs like South Texas College of Law Houston’s Lawsuits initiative. Sofia’s bilingual skills allow her to serve Spanish-speaking clients effectively, further broadening access to justice.
Sofia’s academic foundation includes a bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston, completed in 2012, and a J.D. from South Texas College of Law Houston, where she graduated a year early in 2017, ranking in the top third of her class. Her professional achievements include recognition as one of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and a pending Rising Star nomination from Super Lawyers in 2026. Balancing a rigorous legal career with leadership roles and community service, Sofia continues to make a meaningful impact both in and outside the courtroom.
• South Texas College of Law Houston- J.D.
• Heidelberg Center for Latin America
• Universidad de Cádiz
• University of Houston- B.A.
• Houston City College- A.A.
• National Trial Lawyers Association Top 40 Under 40
• Super Lawyers Rising Star
• Langdell Scholar
• Queensbury Theatre Board
• Phi Alpha Delta
• Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Fellow
• Houston Trial Lawyers Association
• Texas Trial Lawyers Association
• Pug Hearts of Houston
• BakerRipley
• Garland R. Walker American Inn of Court
• Queensbury Theatre
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my excellent education. I went to the University of Houston for my undergraduate degree and graduated in 2012. While I was still in school, I worked as the manager of a recording studio and was involved with the Recording Academy, which puts on the Grammy Awards. That was a fun experience. I then started law school in 2015 at South Texas College of Law Houston and graduated a year early in 2017, finishing in the top third of my class. That took a lot of hard work. Since then, I've been working as a bilingual plaintiff's attorney, and I now manage about 150 cases in litigation. I also serve as the Women's Caucus Chair for the Houston Trial Lawyers Association and sit on the Board of Advocates for the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. I'm really passionate about supporting women in this field because I know how far women have come and how hard we still have to work to be successful. The first Harris County juror who was a woman wasn't until 1954, and women weren't even allowed to get credit cards until the 1970s, until 1974. The fact that women in this career path have been able to break glass ceilings and keep that door open for generations like me and the generations moving forward is incredibly important to me. When I saw that this recognition was specifically for women, I was really called to participate because I do think we need more spotlight on women making changes.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is that I can be a strong, successful woman in the legal field while working hard to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others in my community.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this field is to embrace your strength—being a strong woman is your superpower and key to success.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge—and opportunity—in my field right now is managing a high-volume caseload of 150 cases while making a meaningful impact in the community through my work as a trial attorney.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are giving back to the community and supporting causes I believe in. In addition to my role as a trial attorney, I serve in professional associations like the Women's Caucus Chair for the Houston Trial Lawyers Association and on the Board of Advocates for the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. I also serve on the board for Queensbury Theatre, a professional theater in City Center, Houston, because I believe in supporting the arts. In my personal life, I enjoy gardening in my backyard and going to yoga every week with my law school best friend. I just went yesterday, and it's a nice little reset. I believe in being mentally and physically flexible, and these activities help me maintain balance while working hard in my community.