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Was born and raised in Dothan, Alabama.  Received my B.S. degree in Finance from Auburn University (1987), my Law Degree from Jones School of Law (1992) and a Masters in Tax Law (LL.M.) from the University of Alabama (2005).  Completed all Accounting courses from Troy University and maintained a 4.0 G.P.A.  Received Continuing Educaiton awards from the Alabama State Bar in 2004 and 2005.  Have been a frequent speaker at seminars, Jones School of Law and Troy University on topics ranging from Estate Planning, Business Law, Real Estate and Office Practice management, to name a few.  Have served as adjuct professor at Troy University on subjects in Estate Planning, Business Law, Real Estate and Paralegal courses.  Have over 22 years experience in Estate Planning, Real Estate, Probate and Tax law.  Call.

I graduated from Auburn University in 2005 with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.  I attended and Graduated from Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in 2008.  After graduating from Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, I attended and graduated from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law with a Master of Laws Degree in Taxation.  I am currently a partner at the law firm of Armstrong & Jordan, P.C.

I am a dedicated attorney with a passion for providing exceptional legal services in Alabama. As the Chief Compliance Officer and In-House Counsel at Monroe Health Center, I oversee regulatory compliance and manage risk assessments, policy development, and staff training, ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local standards. This role has further developed my ability to manage complex legal and regulatory matters.. Additionally, as the founder of The Law Office of Oliver Keene, PLLC, I focus on Business Law and Estate Planning, drawing on my diverse background in law and commitment to client success. My prior role as an Attorney Advisor for the Small Business Administration (SBA) provided valuable experience in loan auditing and legal guidance for small business owners, equipping me to advise clients confidently.. Throughout my academic career at Lincoln Memorial University, Duncan School of Law, I earned the Phi Alpha Delta Integrity and Service to the School awards, among other recognitions. My time as Captain of the Watson Jr. Mock Trial Team also prepared me well for trial advocacy and litigation strategy, experience I bring to each case.. My commitment to ethical service, combined with hands-on experience in law and compliance, enables me to deliver strong results and peace of mind to my clients.

I am an attorney in South Alabama providing services on the Eastern Shore and in Baldwin County for issues in Business Law, Wills and Estate Planning, Probate, and Evictions. I currently work for Lyle Johnson Attorneys in our office located in Fairhope, Alabama. I am licensed to practice law in both Alabama and Florida.

Justin Pipkins joined Thigpen, Thigpen, Engelthaler & Scott as an attorney in 2020. Justin is a native of Haleyville, Alabama, in the Free State of Winston. He graduated from the University of North Alabama in 2013 with a B.S. in History and Political Science and received his Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 2017.. While in law school, Justin served as the Secretary for the Military Justice Society and was a member of the Society of Scholars with the Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity. He clerked for the Honorable George D. H. McMillan, Jr. and was selected as a summer intern for the United States Navy’s highly competitive JAG internship program. Prior to joining Thigpen, Thigpen, Engelthaler & Scott, Justin was an associate attorney in central Alabama handling real estate transaction, property issues, probate matters, and domestic relations cases.. Mr. Pipkins is a member of the Alabama Bar Association and is admitted to practice law in all Alabama state courts. He is also an Alabama state certified Guardian Ad Litem. He serves on the Alumni Board of Trustees for his undergraduate social fraternity and is an advocate of many philanthropical endeavors. Justin spends his free time practicing the banjo and exploring the wilderness with his golden retriever, Bradshaw.

Cameron Kelly enjoys providing high quality planning for individuals and businesses. His practice includes assisting clients with comprehensive estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, and living wills. He also has a special interest in the estate, gift, and income taxation of estates and trusts. In addition to estate planning, Cameron works with business owners from formation, to business succession.. Cameron is certified as a Real Property Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association. He has been designated as a Rising Star by the Super Lawyers magazine since 2013. He was named Volunteer Attorney of the Year by Cancer Legal Line in 2015. He is expected to attain his LLM in Estate Planning by The John Marshall Law School in December of 2017.. Residing his entire life in Minnesota, Cameron now lives with his wife, daughter, and two sons in Stillwater, Minnesota. He is active in the community, including volunteering as a member of the City of Stillwater Planning Commission, at his church, and with a number of local non-profit corporations. He maintains a strong presence in the area, accepting appointments in Stillwater with clients throughout the St. Croix River Valley.

Mark emphasizes taking the time to know each client and their unique needs, and his knowledge and experiences have provided him with the ability to provide comprehensive solutions and planning opportunities available to each client. Mark encourages a team approach by collaborating with a client's other professionals such as accountants, financial advisors and insurance agents to design and implement solutions and plans that will best meet the client's needs and objectives.Mark has presented various educational seminars to insurance professionals, financial advisors, and accountants on advanced estate and business planning concepts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, asset protection planning and offshore trusts, business succession planning, and buy/sell agreements.

Being an attorney allows me to serve my clients and community in a positive and meaningful way. My father was an attorney in the St. Croix Valley for more than 40 years, and I have always been motivated by his service, dedication, and compassion. I strive to continue this legacy, and I take great pride in my business. I can proudly say that I’ve lived in the Hudson area my entire life.. My goal is to provide sound legal advice, thoughtful guidance, and zealous representation to each and every client. My clients receive personal attention. I take the time necessary to ensure that your rights are protected, and that you fully understand your options. In order to provide the best possible service, I limit the scope of my practice to the areas of Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning, Probate and Estate Administration, Business and Corporate Law, Real Estate Law, and Family Law. I also serve as a Guardian ad Litem for minor children and vulnerable adults.

Steve Helseth is an Estate Planning and Business Law attorney educating families and business owners on the legal issues they face.  Steve practices in the area of Estate Planning, Business Law, Nonprofit Law, Probate, and Real Estate.  Steve's main goal is to provide educational value to his clients, in order to make sure that they understand the legal implications around the documents they create.  Steve is devoted to providing a fun atmostphere, where his clients can enjoy themselves, while discussing important topics.. Steve also provides access to his clients.  Whether contacting him by phone or E-mail, he will return your communication by the end of business on the same day.  If you are looking for an attorney who will help guide you through the process, educate you, and make sure you have some fun along the way, you should work with Steve Helseth.

I am grateful for the opportunity to serve clients in my estate planning practice.  I am honored to be able to help clients express, and carry out, their most basic wishes for their family, and to assist them in preserving, protecting and transferring their personal and financial wealth to those they love, at the appropriate time.  It is a joy to bring peace of mind to those whom I serve.. I love living in rural Minnesota.  I have been blessed with having the opportunity to live on a farm, in small communities, in metropolitan areas, and now in a rural setting.  Most of all, it is the sense of community, feeling connected to that community, and being able to 'give back' to the community, that has been a gift to me.

I focus on assisting individuals to establish comprehensive estate and business plans. Often, the areas of estate planning, real estate, and business administration overlap and my expertise allows me to shepherd my clients through a complicated process of putting their affairs in order for their families and business relations. My goal is to explain matters in real-world language so that each client is comfortable with each step of the process - whether that be establishing a living trust, purchasing real estate, or administering a family business.