About
Phone: Address: 6243 IH-10 West Suite 801, 78201 Coordinates: 29.485785,-98.541150 Education: University of North Texas, B.A., Major: Political Science, 1995 Achievements: SATLA presents the award annually to honor the attributes that defined the career of Pat Maloney Sr., a legend in the Texas legal community. Past recipients of the award include Jim Branton, Clem Lyons, Tom Rhodes and Fidel Rodriguez., Pat Maloney Sr. Courage Award, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2016 St. Mary’s University School of Law, Distinguished Young Alumna, 2010 Top Personal Injury Plaintiff Lawyer, San Antonio Scene (2019-2020) “Best Lawyers in San Antonio” by SA Scene Magazine, 2019 “Texas Rising Star” designation by Texas Monthly and Law & Politics in 2005 and 2006 AV Preeminent* peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell Sonia was recognized by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and George Chandler for the TTLA Advocate best exemplifying balance, faith, tradition and professionalism, in the model of Reich Chandler. Reich O'Hara Chandler was born December 28, 1966 in Lufkin, Texas and ended his courageous 15-month battle with cancer on October 21, 2006., Reich Chandler Outstanding Advocate Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; St. Mary’s University School of Law, Distinguished Young Alumna, 2010 Top Personal Injury Plaintiff Lawyer, San Antonio Scene (2019-2020) “Best Lawyers in San Antonio” by SA Scene Magazine, 2019 “Texas Rising Star” designation by Texas Monthly and Law & Politics in 2005 and 2006 AV Preeminent* peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell Sonia was recognized by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and George Chandler for the TTLA Advocate best exemplifying balance, faith, tradition and professionalism, in the model of Reich Chandler. Reich O'Hara Chandler was born December 28, 1966 in Lufkin, Texas and ended his courageous 15-month battle with cancer on October 21, 2006., Reich Chandler Outstanding Advocate Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; Top Personal Injury Plaintiff Lawyer, San Antonio Scene (2019-2020) “Best Lawyers in San Antonio” by SA Scene Magazine, 2019 “Texas Rising Star” designation by Texas Monthly and Law & Politics in 2005 and 2006 AV Preeminent* peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell Sonia was recognized by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and George Chandler for the TTLA Advocate best exemplifying balance, faith, tradition and professionalism, in the model of Reich Chandler. Reich O'Hara Chandler was born December 28, 1966 in Lufkin, Texas and ended his courageous 15-month battle with cancer on October 21, 2006., Reich Chandler Outstanding Advocate Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; “Best Lawyers in San Antonio” by SA Scene Magazine, 2019 “Texas Rising Star” designation by Texas Monthly and Law & Politics in 2005 and 2006 AV Preeminent* peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell Sonia was recognized by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and George Chandler for the TTLA Advocate best exemplifying balance, faith, tradition and professionalism, in the model of Reich Chandler. Reich O'Hara Chandler was born December 28, 1966 in Lufkin, Texas and ended his courageous 15-month battle with cancer on October 21, 2006., Reich Chandler Outstanding Advocate Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; “Texas Rising Star” designation by Texas Monthly and Law & Politics in 2005 and 2006 AV Preeminent* peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell Sonia was recognized by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and George Chandler for the TTLA Advocate best exemplifying balance, faith, tradition and professionalism, in the model of Reich Chandler. Reich O'Hara Chandler was born December 28, 1966 in Lufkin, Texas and ended his courageous 15-month battle with cancer on October 21, 2006., Reich Chandler Outstanding Advocate Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; AV Preeminent* peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell Sonia was recognized by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and George Chandler for the TTLA Advocate best exemplifying balance, faith, tradition and professionalism, in the model of Reich Chandler. Reich O'Hara Chandler was born December 28, 1966 in Lufkin, Texas and ended his courageous 15-month battle with cancer on October 21, 2006., Reich Chandler Outstanding Advocate Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; Sonia was recognized by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and George Chandler for the TTLA Advocate best exemplifying balance, faith, tradition and professionalism, in the model of Reich Chandler. Reich O'Hara Chandler was born December 28, 1966 in Lufkin, Texas and ended his courageous 15-month battle with cancer on October 21, 2006., Reich Chandler Outstanding Advocate Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, 2015 The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; The BCWCC recognized Sonia for her leadership and service in San Antonio at it annual Constellation of Stars gala in 2013, Rising Star Award, Bexar County Women's Chamber of Commerce, 2013 The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; The SAISD Foundation recognized its distinguished alumna with the Inspire Award for leadership in San Antonio. Sonia is a 1990 graduate of Burbank High School in the SAISD., Inspire Award, SAISD Foundation, 2013 For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; For service and leadership in the area of women's empowerment., Woman Warrior Award, Annie's List, 2012 MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; MABA-San Antonio Award to lawyer practicing in San Antonio, Latina of the Year - Legal Profession Award, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio, 2011 Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; Sonia was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her professional and civic contributions in San Antonio., Inductee, San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, 2009 For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009; For service as President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association in 2009., Outstanding Leadersip, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, 2009 Bio: Sonia M. Rodriguez is a partner and attorney at Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock in San Antonio, Texas. An AV Preeminent* peer-review rated through Martindale-Hubbell, she brings over 20 years of experience in personal injury litigation, championing the rights of individuals affected by traumatic injuries. A native of San Antonio, she has built a reputation for relentless advocacy and her record of securing landmark verdicts. Focusing on brain injuries, motor vehicle collisions, including car, truck, rideshare, pedestrian and drunk-driving accidents, Ms. Rodriguez has consistently delivered exceptional results for her clients. In 2004, she made history as the first Mexican American woman to secure a jury verdict exceeding $2 million in Val Verde County, Texas. Her peers have honored her accomplishments with accolades such as the “Texas Rising Star” designation by Texas Monthly and Law & Politics, and she is frequently listed among the “Best Lawyers in San Antonio” by SA Scene Magazine. After graduating from Burbank High School, Ms. Rodriguez earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas before obtaining her Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 1999. While at St. Mary’s, she co-founded The Scholar: St. Mary’s Law Review on Minority Issues, reflecting her enduring dedication to elevating underrepresented voices in the legal discourse. Beyond her courtroom successes, Ms. Rodriguez has held prominent leadership roles within the legal community. She served as president of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association and remains a Sustaining Member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. Committed to nurturing future leaders, she advises the Young Women’s Leadership Academy and sits on the board of the SAISD Foundation. From 2005 to 2015, Ms. Rodriguez chaired the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women in San Antonio, demonstrating her commitment to justice, community engagement and the empowerment of others. *AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.