Johanna is the Office Manager and bookkeeper for the law firm. Johanna has a Finance Degree from Angelo State University. She is involved in church ministries and is the mother of two children: Eric and Krystle DeHoyos. Eric and Krystle are both graduates of Angelo State University. She enjoys gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.
Krystle has been employed with the Law offices of Rick DeHoyos, PLLC since 2013, serving as a legal assistant focusing on personal injury cases. She works closely with the attorney’s and clients at every step of the personal injury process, from filing claims through settlement funding.
Her legal career began while she was still in high school where she gained experience as a file clerk and runner before advancing into the role of legal assistant. Over the years, she has developed a strong passion for helping individuals navigate challenging situations and advocating for clients with compassion and professionalism.
Krystle earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Government and a Master’s Degree in Applied Psychology from Angelo State University. She also holds an adjuster’s license and is a qualified all lines adjuster, providing her with additional insight into the claims and settlement process.
Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, playing golf, and watching baseball.
Debra earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology in 2015 from Angelo State University. She later completed her Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Angelo State University in 2021.
She brings extensive experience in criminal justice, with a background focused on rehabilitating adult offenders, reducing recidivism, and supporting juveniles and their families. This foundation has shaped her compassionate and detail-oriented approach to legal work.
In 2023, Debra joined the Law Offices of Rick DeHoyos, PLLC as a legal assistant, where she works on both pre-litigation and litigation personal injury cases. She assists attorneys throughout the entire lifecycle of a case by supporting case development through resolution. She is also known as the office party planner.
Debra plans to continue her education at The University of Texas at Austin to pursue certification as a paralegal.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, shopping, attending concerts, running, iced coffee, and spending time with friends and family. Above all, she values her role as a Godmother to her two godchildren, Beau and Jolee.
Maria earned my Paralegal Certificate from Penn Foster in 2019 and obtained her Property & Casualty and Life & Health insurance licenses in 2021. She worked as an Insurance Agent for three years, gaining valuable experience in the insurance industry. Her background in both the legal and insurance fields has given Maria a well-rounded understanding of personal injury cases and the importance of advocating for clients.
Outside of work, Maria’s greatest joy is her family. She’s married to her husband, Donny, and is the proud mother of four children—Juan, Trinity, Calliope, and Nysaa. She is also a proud grandmother to two-year-old granddaughter, Nevaeh. Maria’s family is her greatest motivation and inspires her to work hard, continue learning, and give my best every day.