Kalandra Wheeler
Kalandra Wheeler is a Board Certified Houston/Austin employment lawyer.
  1. Your Texas-Sized Voice. Voting is how Texans make their voices heard. Whether it’s about who should sit in the Oval Office or how schools should be funded, your vote helps decide key issues. Elected officials make decisions that directly affect your daily life—from healthcare and education to taxes and transportation. Your vote says, “Here’s what matters to me.”’
  1. 2. Every Vote Counts. You might think your vote doesn’t make a difference, but elections can be incredibly close. Some races are decided by just a few votes, so every ballot truly matters. Whether you’re in a big city like Houston or a small city like Longview, your vote can make a significant impact.
  1. 3. Local Elections Are a Big Deal. While national races tend to get the spotlight, local elections are where you can see the most direct changes in your community. Texans vote for mayors, city council members, school boards, and more. Voting at the local level ensures your community’s specific needs are addressed.
  1. 4. People Fought and Died for the Right. Voting is not just a privilege—it’s a right that people died to secure. Throughout history, people have marched, protested, and even died to make sure that everyone, regardless of race or gender, can vote. By casting your ballot, you honor those sacrifices.

The Benefits of Early Voting in Texas

Early voting in is not just a matter of convenience—it’s practically a necessity for many. Starting on October 21, 2024, Texans will have a two-week window to vote early. Here’s why early voting is the smart way to go:

  1. 1. Skip the Election Day Stampede. Everyone knows that everything is bigger in Texas, including Election Day lines. Avoid the Election Day rush, skip the crowds, and get back to doing what Texans do best—living large.
  1. 2. It’s Perfect for Busy Schedules. Between work, family obligations, and the occasional BBQ, Texans lead busy lives. Early voting gives you flexibility, with multiple days and locations to cast your vote. You’ll find the time to vote without the stress of a one-day deadline.
  1. 3. More Accessible for Everyone. Early voting stations are often less crowded and easier to navigate for seniors and people with disabilities.
  1. 4. Life Happens, and Early Voting Is Your Backup Plan. Let’s be honest—things don’t always go as planned. Life’s curveballs could keep you from casting your ballot on Election Day. Maybe your car breaks down or you catch the flu. Early voting gives you peace of mind.
  1. 5. Boosts Voter Turnout. When more people vote, democracy gets stronger. Early voting encourages higher turnout by making it easier for everyone to participate. In a state as diverse as Texas, it’s vital that all voices are heard. Higher turnout also holds politicians accountable—they know they’ll need to represent the interests of all voters, not a select few.

Voting is the most powerful way Texans can influence the direction of our state and country. Early voting, starting on October 21, 2024. Whether you’re passionate about education, healthcare, or the economy, your vote matters. To find an early voting location near you click here. So, grab your boots, make a plan, and vote like a Texan!

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We asked Kalandra N. Wheeler, a Trial Attorney in the Houston office of Wiley Wheeler, P.C., to provide her sincere answers to a range of questions.  After reading, you will be more more abreast with the understanding and competency that Ms. Wheeler

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We asked Kalandra N. Wheeler, a Trial Attorney in the Houston office of Wiley Wheeler, P.C., to provide her sincere answers to a range of questions.  After reading, you will be more more abreast with the understanding and competency that Ms. Wheeler brings.

1.Why did you start practicing labor and employment law?

I wanted to be able to help people that otherwise might not find help. Labor and employment laws affect most of society.  And – whether our results help one or many – our work and efforts as employment lawyers touch people in a real way in their every day lives.

2. Who is your favorite Supreme Court Justice?

Thurgood Marshall.

3. What do you think is the most important part of a good case?

The client. Good facts and evidence are definitely important. But good clients are a lawyers’ most valuable asset.  A good client: (1) is invested in their case; (2) works or worked hard for their employer; (3) can tell their story clearly and concisely; and (4) is someone that a jury will find sympathetic and relatable.

4. If you could write a new law, what would it do?

The Texas Workplace Anti-Bullying law.  I hear the stories, the ones told by employees looking for help. And in far too many of those stories the law offers no solution.  Every employee that goes to work and works hard to do the job they are hired to perform should be able to do so without abuse, harassment, and bullying. There is no justification for bullying, not in our schools, and not in our workplaces.

5. Besides Rob Wiley, P.C., what is the most interesting job that you have had?

For a year before law school, I worked as a lube tech for Jiffy Lube.  I spent hot summer days, working on hot cars, changing oil or flushing transmissions or radiators.  I never had a customer come back with a complaint.

6. How do you market yourself differently than others?

I tell clients what they need to hear, not necessarily what they want to hear. Before a client begins down any path toward resolving an employment dispute, they need thoughtful, honest advice. I am a believer in justice and everyday people deserve competent representation in an arena that is difficult for non-lawyers to navigate.

7. What do you do when you’re not practicing law?

I spend time with family and friends.  I read true crime books.  I sew and draw.

8. How would you describe the color yellow to someone who could not see?

It’s not the intense heat of the sun during the month of August, but instead the softness of the sun on your skin just as the seasons change from Summer to Fall.  It’s warm. And soft to the touch.  It’s fresh squeezed lemonade with a hint of sugar.  Slightly cool, inviting, and happy.

9. What’s your favorite legal TV show?

Law & Order: SVU

10. If you could argue any case in history, what would it be?

The Karen Silkwood case. But really, I think that would be more about arguing and trying a case alongside Gerry Spence for the learning experience.

Kalandra N. Wheeler is a Trial Attorney in the Houston office of Wiley Wheeler, P.C.  She graduated from The University of Houston with a bachelor’s degree in political science.  Ms. Wheeler went on and received her law degree from The University of Arkansas.

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