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Mr. Osborne is the managing partner of Osborne, Helman, Knebel & Scott, LLP.  Mr. Osborne practices primarily in the area of trust and estate planning, with an emphasis on taxation, asset protection, and international transactions.  Mr. Osborne is an author and frequent lecturer on numerous wealth transfer topics.  He has made presentations and published articles nationally and internationally on the subjects of asset protection, foreign tax compliance, international inheritance rights, and related cross-border topics. Mr. Osborne is the founding Editor of the International Estate Planning Guide, a publication of the International Bar Association.  Mr. Osborne is serving as Website Officer of the Individual Tax Private Client Committee of the International Bar Association, and he is a member of the Board of the Texas Chapter of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.  Mr. Osborne also devotes his time to non-profit organizations and is currently serving on the Austin Advisory Board of the Nature Conservancy, Texas Chapter, and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Advisory Council of the University of Texas.

Mr. Osborne is a partner of Osborne, Helman, Knebel & Scott, LLP.  His core practice is domestic and international estate planning with an emphasis on asset protection planning. A former adjunct professor of law at The University of Texas School of Law, Mr. Osborne devotes significant energy to lecturing and writing in his practice areas as well as helping clients with regard to all aspects of their estate planning.  He is a frequent author and lecturer on estate planning topics and has made presentations and published articles both domestically and internationally on the subjects of offshore trusts and asset protection planning.  One of the pioneers in the field of asset protection, Mr. Osborne conceived and was the original editor and a contributing author of the four-volume treatise, Asset Protection:  Domestic and International Law and Tactics, published by West Group in 1995 (a loose leaf service updated quarterly).  He was also the founding chair of the American Bar Association’s Asset Protection Committee.  Mr. Osborne is retained by foreign governments and financial institutions to advise them on trust and tax issues.  He has also been called upon to serve as an expert witness on both sides of the docket in cases involving asset protection planning.

Mr. Mierl provides effective and strategic representation of employers on all aspects of employment law. He has extensive experience with EEOC, DOL, TWC, and OSHA agency actions. Mr. Mierl has handled numerous non-competition, breach of contract, discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour litigation and arbitration cases.  He provides select individual representation of executives and business owners.

Mr. Matthews grew up in Austin and attended The University of Texas where he received a journalism degree. From there he began an award-winning career as a television sports anchor in California and Texas, including KXAN-TV in Austin from 1996-2000. After leaving television, Mr. Matthews worked as a media director for Ketchum Public Relations where he trained top corporate executives for Fortune 500 companies.  In 2004, Mr. Matthews opened Slipstream Films - a full-service production studio producing documentaries, corporate videos, television commercials and reality shows, working with notable clients such as Nokia, New Balance and Paula Abdul. Mr. Matthews has also taught journalism for the American Forces Television Network.Mr. Matthews graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio. While in law school Mr. Matthews worked in the offices of the United States Attorney for the Western District of Texas, the Travis County District and County Attorney and the Travis County Mental Health Public Defender. After law school, Mr. Matthews served multiple counties and clients in the areas of family and criminal law with Hazel Brown Wright Reneau. He is a certified ad litem for cases involving Child Protection Services and is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the San Antonio Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. Matthews is currently licensed by the Supreme Court of the State of Texas since 2013. His authentic style and commitment to his clients enables him to obtain the results you need.

Mr. Locke's interests include tennis, helping others, and real estate law.. He established the Palmer Drug Abuse Program in Corpus Christi in 1979 and in Austin in 2000 as programs helping teens and young adults recover from alcohol and drug abuse;. Conceived of and participated in obtaining designations of the Corpus Christi Aquarium as the Official Aquarium of the State of Texas, and. The Mexic-Arte Museum of Austin, Texas as the Official Mexican and Mexican American Fine Art Museum of Texas; and. conceived and participated in the implementation as chairman of the Corpus Christi Zoning and Planning Commission of the neighborhood zoning plan process for the city of Corpus Christi.

Mr. Knisely is a partner of Osborne, Helman, Knebel & Scott, LLP.   His practice primarily involves representing individuals and institutions in litigation, controversies, and appeals arising from and involving trusts, estates, wills, probate matters, and guardianships.  Mr. Knisely also handles appeals of all types of civil matters in both state and federal courts, and he has significant experience in insurance matters, general commercial litigation, and in representing charitable organizations in a variety of controversies.  After law school, Mr. Knisely served as a law clerk to both the Honorable Reynaldo G. Garza, of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the Honorable Felix Recio, of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas.

Mr. Kant, a native Texan from Houston, has lived in Austin with his family for the past thirteen years.  After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Saint Edward’s University, Mr. Kant was offered a merit-based scholarship for his exceptional academic performance to study at the University of Texas School of Law.  While earning his J.D., Mr. Kant honed his skills outside of the classroom through internships with the Travis County District Attorney’s Office and the Travis County Juvenile Public Defender.  There he gained the respect and recommendations of his supervisors and clients.. Fighting for the best interests’ of children and their families has been a hallmark of Mr. Kant’s professional career.  The highly personal intersection between family and the law when dealing with issues like divorce and child custody makes the assistance of a trusted, objective advisor essential.  With confidence and experience, Mr. Kant guides his client’s through this very difficult and taxing time, while protecting their most valued interests.. In addition to his family law practice, Mr. Kant handles estate planning, probate and guardianship issues.  From establishing trusts to plan for a child’s future, to drafting a will and powers of attorney in preparation for the unexpected, Mr. Kant instructs his client’s on how to best protect themselves, their assets and their families.

Mr. Jacks's practice focuses on seeking resolutions for complex business problems facing emerging and established businesses. Mr. Jacks represents individuals and businesses in partnership and shareholder disputes, protection of trade secrets, unfair competition, landlord-tenant issues, fiduciary duties, and breach of contractual obligations. Mr. Jacks also represents individuals and businesses in disputes arising under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act.

Mr. Ellwanger helps clients solve problems involving intellectual property and commercial litigation disputes, and regularly assists clients with their electronic discovery issues. He is an adjunct member of the trial advocacy faculty at the University of Texas School of Law.

Mr. Duke Hildreth has focused his entire legal career on criminal law and trying cases in court before a judge and jury.. Before joining Hildreth & Rueda Law as a defense attorney, Mr. Hildreth was a criminal prosecutor for over eight years. He tried crimes from DWI to felony murder. With all the knowledge he gained from working as a prosecutor, he understands how the prosecution thinks and acts in a criminal case, so he can plan a more effective defense for his clients.. Mr. Hildreth has tried hundreds of cases in his legal career and his been very succesful in achieving Not Guilty Verdicts for his clients.  His extensive trial experience is very advantageous in defending clients facing criminal misdemeanor and felony charges throughout Central Texas including the Austin metro area as well as Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, Caldwell, Bell, McClennan, Burnet, Llano, Comal, Bexar, Blanco, Gillespie and Guadalupe Counties.. Mr. Hildreth is passionate about the law, “I believe in my clients, and I believe in exhausting every avenue to achieve justice for my clients.”. When Mr. Hildreth is not working he enjoys spending his time with his wife and children.

Mr. De Leon is the founder of De Leon & Washburn, P.C., which was established on July 1, 1977. His practice focuses on the regulatory needs of insurance companies of all sizes, including transactional, and litigation matters. Prior to establishing the firm, Mr. De Leon was the General Counsel of the Texas State Board of Insurance, now known as the Texas Department of Insurance. From 1978 to 1987, Mr. De Leon served as Legal Counsel to the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Since 1990 Mr. De Leon has held the rank of Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas School of Law in the area of insurance regulation. Mr. De Leon was among the first group of attorneys Board Certified in Administrative Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 1989. Mr. De Leon is fluent in Spanish.. Mr. De Leon has tried cases to jury verdict and to the Court in various state court venues in Texas, and has argued cases before most of the state appellate courts of Texas and the Texas Supreme Court. In 2006, Mr. De Leon received a rare ruling from the bench before the State Office of Administrative Hearings, granting an insurance agent’s license application in a contested case hearing involving the Texas Department of Insurance. Mr. De Leon has worked with clients on transactional matters and the drafting of documents to bring transactions to a close. The transaction documents have included buy/sell agreements,loan documents, guarantees, confidentiality agreements and employment agreements. Mr. De Leon has also provided expert witness services on insurance issues as well as government relations services to clients on legislative matters.. Mr. De Leon has been married to Arleigh Stoune De Leon since September 15, 1973. Mr. and Mrs. De Leon are both native Austinites. They have raised three boys who now are successful in their own professional pursuits. He is a Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, and has served as President of both the UT Law Alumni Association and the UT Ex-Students’ Association.

Mr. Dancy is an insurance coverage and commercial trial lawyer. His broad experience gives him unique insight into the complexities of insurance and commercial disputes and includes construction defect, wrongful death, real estate, employment, and business ownership disputes. He has represented Fortune 100 companies, small businesses, and individuals. He also represents the occasional artist and creative entrepreneur with business, contract, and intellectual property issues and disputes.

Mr. Castellanos is a strong advocate for employee rights who understands that problems in the workplace can create some of the most troubling times in a person’s life. Mr. Castellanos works tirelessly to ensure that justice is carried out for each of his clients. He represents clients in both state and federal courts, as well as various administrative law hearings and unemployment disputes.. Mr. Castellanos’ practice focuses on representing employees, both private and public, against employers in discrimination cases. He also focuses on unpaid wages claims, unpaid overtime claims, whistleblower claims, and contractual disputes.. Mr. Castellanos is a graduate of the University of Texas School of Law. During law school, Mr. Castellanos focused his studies on labor and employment law. Mr. Castellanos participated in the Transnational Worker Rights Clinic, which helps low-income workers recover unpaid wages. Mr. Castellanos also completed a summer internship with the Texas RioGrande Legal Aid’s employment department.. While in law school, Mr. Castellanos also gained invaluable legal research and writing experience by serving as the Editor-in-Chief of the Texas Hispanic Journal of Law and Policy. Mr. Castellanos has demonstrated a strong commitment to fighting for social justice and giving back to the community by participating in various pro bono activities throughout his law school career.. As an attorney, Mr. Castellanos has devoted himself exclusively to labor and employment. As a testament to this he is Board Certified in Labor and Employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specializations, has been voted on of the Top Employment Attorneys in Austin according to Austin Monthly from 2019 through 2022, and has been named a Rising Star by Thomson Reuters in 2022 and 2023.. Mr. Castellanos is honored to have the opportunity to serve Texas workers in their employment disputes. Mr. Castellanos looks forward to continuing his fight against social injustice in Texas.. Mr. Castellanos is licensed to practice law in Texas. He is admitted to practice in all Federal District Courts in Texas, as well as all Texas state courts.

Mr. Casey has an AV® Preeminent Rating – the highest rating available from Martindale-Hubbell, the leading independent attorney rating entity.. Before moving to Austin in 2006, Mr. Casey practiced law in Houston and Dallas for eleven years, including six years with a highly respected international law firm. He has tried cases to jury verdict and has prosecuted appeals before appellate courts. His trials have involved contract disputes, fraud and securities claims, real estate and construction matters, and theft of trade secrets allegations. Mr. Casey gained valuable experience while serving on litigation teams for DuPont, Pfizer, Phillip Morris, Koch Industries, and other large companies.. Mr. Casey has written several continuing legal education articles and spoken at state-wide legal seminars. He co-authored “Taking Cover: Preserving Error When Hit With a Claim for Punitive Damages,” 47 Baylor Law Review 923 (1995). Mr. Casey graduated summa cum laude from South Texas College of Law in 1995, where he served on the South Texas Law Review, and obtained his B.A. from the University of Texas in 1992.. Mr. Casey is admitted to practice before all state and federal courts in Texas and before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He has extensive experience in all areas of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, trial and appeal. He also has significant experience advising clients regarding business law matters, including the drafting and negotiation of agreements.

Mr. Boasberg was born and raised in New Orleans, LA and moved to the Lone Star State to attend The University of Texas in Austin, TX. After receiving undergraduate degrees in Government and Business from the University of Texas; Shane attended South Texas College of Law in Houston, TX. While attending South Texas College of Law in Houston, Shane worked as a law clerk for the prestigious law firm of Gallagher, Lewis, Downey, and Kim. During this time, he gained experience in legal and appellate research and writing and trial preparation working one of the largest settlements recorded in United States jurisprudence history.. Mr. Boasberg graduated from South Texas College of Law in 2002 and began his legal career at Heard, Robins, Cloud, Lubel, and Greenwood LLP in Houston. In 2004, Shane moved back to Austin, TX to serve as General Counsel to the Honorable Senator Mario Gallegos in the Texas Senate. Following his time with Senator Gallegos, Shane worked for Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott where he worked on a wide variety of legal and political issues related to transportation and eminent domain While working for the OAG-Texas, Shane served as the Legislative Liaison between the Texas Attorney General-Transportation Division and the Texas Legislature.. Following his tenure with the legislature and the OAG-Texas, Mr. Boasberg reentered private-practice in 2010 and opened his law firm in Austin, TX with a satellite office in Houston, TX. He has handled almost every type of civil case at some point during his career. Shane is actively engaged with the community is a member of Texas State Bar, Austin Bar Association, and the Capitol Area Trial Lawyers Association. He was also selected to Texas Monthly’s list “Rising Stars” for 2012, 2014 - 2016. Only 2.5% of eligible Texas attorneys are chosen by Super Lawyer based on nominations from their peers. His dedication to advocating for his clients and the consistent ability to deliver desired results has earned him the reputation of being a trustworthy advocate who will provide quality legal services.

Modesett Williams, PLLC tries cases of all types throughout Texas and the United States. Jack is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law .  I am Board Certified in Civil Trial Law.  Between us, we have over 100 jury verdicts.. We have tried cases in over a dozen counties in Texas and have litigated in California, Florida, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Virginia and Wisconsin.. Jack and I have tried the most complex shareholder oppression and breach of fiduciary duty cases as well as multi-party medical malpractice cases and everything in between.. We spend a lot of time thinking about trials themes,  story-telling and simplifying the complex.  We do focus groups in-house on almost every case, sometimes more than one.. The Firm has a consistent record of success in business and commercial litigation.. We have one of the most active trial practices in Texas, averaging 4-6 trials per year on significant matters.

Modesett Williams, PLLC tries cases of all types throughout Texas and the United States. I am Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law . My partner, Walter Williams is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law.. I have tried cases in over a dozen counties in Texas and as a Firm, we have litigated in California, Florida, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Virginia and Wisconsin.. Walter and I have tried the most complex shareholder oppression and breach of fiduciary duty cases as well as multi-party medical malpractice cases and everything in between.. The Firm has a consistent record of success in nursing home abuse and medical malpractice litigation.. We have one of the most active trial practices in Texas, averaging 4-6 trials per year on significant matters.

Mike Hatchell heads the Firm's appellate practice group. During his fifty-year legal career, he has been lead counsel in over 400 appeals. He has argued 47 appeals or original proceedings in the Supreme Court of Texas, has argued en banc to the federal Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals twice, and has appeared in all fourteen courts of appeal in Texas. Mike has been recognized for 14 years by theTexas Lawyer "Go-To Guide" as one of the top five appellate lawyers in Texas and numerous times by Texas Monthly as a "Texas Super Lawyer." He is also one of 300 elected members of the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers. Mike serves on the Texas Supreme Court Advisory Committee and is a highly-rated lecturer on a variety of appellate issues and developing Texas law.

Michele Locke is a former Associate Court Judge that has returned to private practice to continue pursuing her passion for family law litigation.   As a Judge, Michele ran a Domestic Violence Court focusing on Protective Order Applications, divorce, custody, child support, enforcement and other family law matters.   For a period of time, she also ran the Child Protective Services Court.  She is knowledgeable in contested family law matters that involve issues of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, and child abuse. Her Court was a forerunner in addressing issues that related to Same-Sex relationships.. Prior to becoming a Judge, Michele ran a successful family law practice.  She handled all ranges of cases and successfully represented clients in all types of highly contested matters.. Michele is very active in the legal community and makes a point to share the insights she gathered working as a family court judge by presenting at various speaking engagements and Continuing Legal Education events. Michele’s areas of practice include Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Family Violence, and other family law matters.. Michele’s passion since law school has been family law.   As a child of divorce, step-mother of two girls, and a mother to three boys, Michele understands all too well the dynamics and complexities of divorce and the impact divorce has on the families undergoing these tumultuous times.. Michele understands how important each case is to every individual client. She prides herself on communicating clearly with her clients through every step of their case. She ensures they understand the strategy that will be employed and what options are available. Michele takes her role as a client advocate and litigator very seriously.

Michael Lovins is a personal injury attorney and trial lawyer based in Austin, Texas. He represents people who have been injured by the irresponsible acts of other people and companies. He has focused his professional career on helping clients get back on their feet after suffering serious injuries by getting them the most amount of money possible so that they can move on with their lives. By holding wrongdoers accountable, he tries to keep our communities safe and prevent other people from suffering similar injuries in the future. Michael advocates for his clients tirelessly and successfully, and has secured several settlements of more than $1,000,000 since opening Lovins Trosclair, PLLC.. Michael graduated from The University of Texas Law School in 2001. Immediately following law school, he landed a highly coveted job as a briefing attorney to U.S. Federal Judge James R. Nowlin, then the Chief Judge for the Western District of Texas. Michael then spent 4 1/2 years as an attorney with the law firm McGinnis, Lochridge & Kilgore, LLP (now known as McGinnis Lochridge, LLP), one of the most highly respected firms in Texas.. In August of 2010, Michael partnered with Pete Trosclair to further his efforts to help individuals who were harmed by the irresponsibility, carelessness, indifference, or maliciousness of others. Michael lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife of eighteen years and their two daughters and one son. He is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Texas Bar Foundation, Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association, and the Federalist Society.

Michael G. Burk was admitted to Bar, 1983, Texas & admitted to practicebefore U.S. Supreme Court & U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit; U.S.District Court, Western District of Texas.Education, *University of Texas* (B.A. with honors, 1973; M.A., 1976)*Harvard University* (M.A., 1979)Legal Education, *University of Texas* (J.D., 1982)Briefing Attorney to *Hon. James R. Nowlin*, U.S. District Court, WesternDistrict of Texas, 1982-83*AV Rated since 1991, Lawyers who receive the AV Preeminent® status havebeen awarded the highest ratings for their professional ethics and legalability by their peers. Fewer than 10% of attorneys receive this award.*Michael G. Burk, the founding partner of our business law firm, believes abusiness lawyer should approach any case from a strategic standpoint,employing a highly efficient approach to gathering evidence. Our litigationattorneys creatively strategize the most valuable solutions for clients.Businesses experience many challenges that may require legal advice andaction. From antitrust disputes to Whistleblower lawsuits, we understandthe nuances of financial law and the legal system. This expertise informsevery decision we make involving your case and helps us claim any fundsowed to you. We also take every step possible to protect the future growthand success of your enterprise.Individuals and business owners have relied on our legal expertise andcommitment to excellence at the Burk Law Firm, P.C. to providerepresentation, guidance, and solutions for their legal needs. We handlePlaintiffs’ Civil and Commercial Litigation and Commercial Arbitration.

Michael Eady has the unique experience of representing clients during the most challenging litigation environments.  Over the last two decades, he has been in the role of appellate counsel at trial (embedded appellate counsel) in dozens of high profile automotive product liability cases in Texas, Mississippi, Illinois, Nevada, Georgia, and Louisiana.  Since 2005, he and other members of his team have logged over 500 days in trial in over 50 cases.

Michael Burnett has been included by Texas Super Lawyers in the Top 100 attorneys in Texas, a very rare and prestigious distinction. Michael is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and he focuses his practice on complicated, high asset marital estates and significant and contentious custody cases.. Michael is an experienced trial lawyer in the areas of both family and commercial law. He spent his first decade of legal practice in complex commercial and business litigation, giving him a unique advantage in dealing with marital estates involving valuation, tracing, and characterization issues. Michael is the only family lawyer in the Austin area to be named to the Top 100 attorneys in Texas. In addition to being named as a Top 100 attorney in Texas, Michael is listed in the 2015 - 2017 editions of the The Best Lawyers in America by Woodward White for his work in the areas of Family Law and Commercial Litigation. Michael has also been selected by Thomson Reuters to the Texas Super Lawyers every year from 2011 to 2016, and in 2015 & 2016 was additionally honored as one of the Top 50 Central/West Texas Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters. And this year Michael was the only family lawyer in Austin to be included in Super Lawyers list of the Top 100 attorneys in Texas.

Michael A. Araj is an experienced family law attorney that has nearly a decade’s worth of experience in the courtroom handling custody, visitation, and divorce matters. Michael provides a compassionate and professional approach presenting his clients’ cases in a prepared and persuasive manner.Michael obtained two Bachelor degrees from the College of William and Mary, one in Government and one in Economics. His unique economic background has informed his divorce law cases. While there, he enjoyed membership in both Phi Alpha Delta prelaw fraternity as well as Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity.After working as an IT Consultant for a year, Michael attended law school at Creighton University where he was vice justice and then justice of the Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity. He also worked hard to obtain two concentrations offered by the school, one in criminal law and one in litigation.Since 2011 when Michael first began practicing law, he has spent most days inside a courtroom or preparing cases to be in front of the court. In 2015, Michael also became a guardian ad litem to assist the court where he would advocate for the best interest of children in particular cases assigned to him. As a result, Michael has a unique perspective to assist his family law clients by understanding what guardians ad litem look for in a case.. Michael has been representing clients exclusively in family law in the Austin area since 2020.

Meredith “Shelly” Troberman is a former prosecutor that has spent her entire career practicing in the field of criminal law. She has experience on both sides of the courtroom as a prosecutor and a defense attorney. She is very comfortable in the Travis County court system and continues to maintain good working relationships with prosecutors, judges, and court staff. Shelly Troberman is a member of several criminal defense associations and enjoys a sterling reputation among her clients for her hard work and compassion on their behalf. If you or a loved one is looking for a lawyer who works tirelessly to get the best possible result for every criminal matter she takes on, contact Carroll Troberman, PLLC in Austin for an initial case consultation.