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Jennifer Nichols is a Beaumont, Texas estate planning attorney and business attorney with more than 15 years of experience representing individuals, businesses, and business owners. She is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Estate Planning and Probate and licensed as a Certified Public Accountant.

I am Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization which also includes the practice of a significant amount of guardianship and elder law.  I also earned an advanced law degree (Masters of Law) in Taxation and have represented clients before the IRS for over 15 years.  Finally, I advise a wide range of clients on business planning issues.

With almost 14 years of dedicated experience, Angelica Farinacci provides legal counsel in estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters across Texas in both English and Spanish.. As a trusted advocate, Angelica Farinacci has helped countless families secure their futures by drafting comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives.. Angelica offers compassionate guidance through the probate process, ensuring that the legal complexities of estate administration are handled efficiently and with care. She is also well-versed and passionate in guardianship law, assisting clients in establishing guardianship for loved ones in need of special care and most of all, protection.. Throughout her career, Angelica has been recognized for her personalized approach, always taking the time to understand each client’s unique needs, perspectives, and goals. Whether navigating sensitive family dynamics or managing complex estate matters, Angelica provides the legal expertise and support to ensure peace of mind and efficiency.

Karen’s practice area focuses on estate planning, contested and uncontested probate, guardianship, and fiduciary litigation.  She attended and graduated from Baylor University School of Law with a concentration in Estate Planning. Her attention to detail and responsiveness sets her apart from other probate attorneys.

Nick C. Caridas received his AB undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Houston College of Law. Nick was licensed to practice law in Texas in 1981, and has practiced law in the Houston area for the past 40 years. Nick’s practice includes the areas probate administration, business law, real estate law, and the creation of wills and related estate planning documents.. Nick is a member of the State Bar of Texas as well as the Texas Bar College. Nick is also a volunteer for BakerRipley and the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center.

I am AV peer review rated by Martindale-Hubbell.  This is the highest possible rating for ethical standards and legal ability.  I am particularly proud of this rating as it comes from my peers by anonymous reviews.

For over two decades, Attorney Keith Morris has dedicated himself to protecting the rights of fellow Texans in various legal disputes, from probate administration to trust litigation to mediation. With a proven track record of results and a longstanding reputation for taking on the most difficult and complex cases, our seasoned litigator is committed to pursuing optimal legal solutions for clients throughout Houston and Fort Worth.. Attorney Stacy L. Kelly brings a sharp skillset and invaluable experience to the table when serving her Texas clients. A well-known litigator, she has over twenty-three years of experience handling high-profile cases. Her diverse legal knowledge and ease in navigating Texas probate court make her well-equipped to litigate many legal matters, including will contests, heirship proceedings, contested accountings, trust issues and business succession disputes.. Legal Areas We Focus OnOur team sets new standards for legal excellence and professionalism, protecting the rights of Texans in dire times of need. Our vast experience extends to a broad range of legal practice areas, including:. MediationEstate PlanningWill Contest & Defense of WillsTrust Litigation & AdministrationProbate & Estate Litigation & AdministrationFiduciary & Commercial LitigationGuardianship Litigation & AdministrationOur team is dedicated to providing individualized legal services to individuals, small businesses, and corporations. We understand that every client is unique, which is why we take adequate time to prepare each case and make your personal goals our own by delivering high-quality advocacy and legal solutions tailored to your needs.. Real Results for Texas Individuals & BusinessesWhen you partner with Keith Morris Attorney and Stacy Kelly, our award-winning lawyers can work closely with you to ensure you understand your legal options while connecting you with needed resources to make informed decisions. We represent clients from all walks of life, offering reliable representation to help them pursue a favorable outcome in litigated disputes. No matter your situation, our team can provide the compassionate counsel you need to achieve a resolution.

Am honored to get to help people resolve their legal problems and to help make people's lives better as a result of getting a nasty situation behind them.  My mediation skills are constantly expanding as we attempt to provide amicable solutions to complex cases.  Knowing I have helped my clients really makes me happy and I continually strivce to improve myself and enhance my skills to better prepare me to do great work.. In my spare time I write and read.  I love to write fiction and non-fiction.  I do a lot of public speaking to writers groups and business.  I can use all the amazing life experiences I have to create programs.  It is exciting for me to do public speaking and I love my work with the National Speakers Association and the National Speakers Association Houston. I serve on the Board of Directors of that organization and it has really helped me in my public speaking.. I also serve on the Children at Risk Law & Public Policy Board and love to be involved with a group who works so hard to help children in Texas.. Dancing and exercise are a regular part of my life.

We are about preservation and protection of your family and property.   Serving in areas of family law, probate, estate planning, business planning and the like.. I am a trial attorney experienced in knowing what counts in front of a judge or jury.. Former Captain, U.S. Marine Corps.  I fight for you, AND I fight smart.

Call a Super Lawyers 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 Rising Star! You Deserve Someone Who Will Fight For YOU! Call and say you want to hire Matt Elwell to get a Dedicated Personal Injury Attorney today!. ........................................................................ Matt Elwell helps his clients during some of the most difficult times in their lives. Be it a motorist seriously injured by the careless driving of an 18-wheeler, a family mourning the loss of a loved one in a wrongful death case, or an employee who was injured because their employer did not provide them the tools, training, and supervision necessary to do their job safely, Matt is dedicated to working hard for his clients. Matt understand the importance of getting into ring of fire for his clients and fighting for them.. Matt handles a variety of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle and trucking accident cases, work injuries, brain injuries, wrongful death cases, oil field injuries, and many other civil litigation cases for the firm. Matt represents clients all over Texas by way of his license to practice law in the State of Texas as well as the Southern, Northern, Eastern, and Western Federal Districts of Texas.. Matt Elwell is an East Texas native, born in Longview and raised in the small town of Greenville. He’s been a Houston resident since 2009 and recently put down roots in Houston’s Heights neighborhood.. Prior to becoming an associate at the Amaro Law Firm, Mr. Elwell worked as an attorney at a Houston based Criminal Defense firm for over two years. His time in criminal defense allowed him to sharpen his litigation techniques. It can take years for a civil lawyer to get half the amount of courtroom and trial experience Mr. Elwell received during his time as a criminal defense attorney. Prior to that, Mr. Elwell worked at a boutique downtown civil firm. There, he was able to handle a range of legal matters such as, personal injury, Texas Deceptive Trade Practices cases, and other civil litigation matters. Mr. Elwell firmly believes clients deserve someone who is willing to fight for their rights and obtain their rightful compensation.. Matt is a cum laude graduate of Texas State University earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Business Administration. Mr. Elwell then graduated from South Texas College of Law in the top quarter of his class. In law school, he participated in South Texas College of Law’s moot court and mock trial programs.. In his spare time, Mr. Elwell enjoys being outdoors – whether it’s golfing, fishing, or hunting. Mr. Elwell thoroughly enjoys watching baseball and football. . In the fall, you can catch Mr. Elwell watching the Dallas Cowboys and hoping for another Super Bowl in his lifetime.. Education:• J.D., South Texas College of Law;• B.A., Political Science and Business Administration, Texas State University, cum laude.. Associations:Houston Bar AssociationHouston Trial Lawyers AssociationHouston Young Lawyers AssociationTexas Trial Lawyers AssociationTexas Young Lawyers Association

Michael Galligan is an estate planning, estate and trust administration, and fiduciary litigation attorney practicing in Houston, Texas. Michael works closely with clients to personally tailor their estate plans to their particular needs. Michael also helps families navigate the probate and trust administration process when a loved one has died. When conflict arises, related to a person’s death or the administration of a trust or estate, Michael calls upon his experience as a planner and counselor to help clients embroiled in litigation reach the best outcome.. Michael graduated with an undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia where he worked with the faculty of the Annenberg School of Communication.. A national champion fencer, Michael was a 3-time All-American, and 4-time All-Ivy for the University of Pennsylvania men’s fencing team and was twice elected team captain while also being named Academic All-Ivy.. While working toward his law degree, Michael worked as an intern with the Harris County District Attorney’s office. Michael also participated in South Texas College of Law’s Advocacy Program, winning best speaker in 2009’s Intramural Competition, and competing for the school nationally.. Michael graduated from South Texas College of Law in May 2010 and was admitted to practice in the State of Texas in November 2010. Michael has spoken to various groups on topics related to estate planning, estate administration, and fiduciary litigation.. A native Houstonian, Michael is married to Eileen Romero, a teacher at Yes Prep Southeast. Michael and Eileen are parents to Joseph Michael Galligan, born June 14, 2011.

I am a native Houstonian born and raised. A son of an attorney, it did not take me long to fall in love with the profession knowing that one day I would practice law as well.. Following high school, I attended Trinity University as a student athlete and during that time I was a member of the perennially NCAA ranked Trinity men’s soccer team. Go Tigers! After my graduation from Trinity, I returned home to Houston for a year and worked as an accountant evaluating toxic tort claims for a local law firm. That work experience confirmed my childhood curiosity of law and compelled me to enroll at Baylor in the fall of 2011.. While at Baylor University’s School of Law, I was elected president of the Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity, class secretary of the Student Bar Association, and actively participated in the various legal clinics offered through the school. Upon graduation from Baylor and completion of the bar exam, I returned to Houston to begin my career.. Since returning to Houston I have re-immersed myself in the world of soccer, both by volunteering with local youth associations as well as participating in both indoor and outdoor leagues. In addition to soccer, I have also taken up running and spin to stay active. Outside of athletics my hobbies include hunting with my brother and father, four-wheeling, and cooking.

Jana Fay Bacarisse and the attorneys at Bacarisse Law PLLC provide representation in estate planning, probate, guardianship and elder law.  Specifically, we prepare wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other estate planning documents and give comprehensive consultation regading estate planning.  We help families and individuals settle the estates of their loved ones through the probate process and then guide them through estate administration to settle any estate matters. We represent clients  in heirship matters, when there is a death with no last will and testament. We also represent clients who need to become appointed as a Guardian for an incapacited or disabled person.. If you would like to make an appointment, please call the office at or send an email to For additional detailed information, please see the firm website at .. Jana Fay Bacarisse has successfully helped clients solve problems in complicated estate administration matters involving debts, family conflict and unintended results from poor estate planning.. Our attorneys enjoy speaking to groups on the importance of proper estate planning and are available to give presentations.  If you are interested in a presentation for a group or organization, please call our office at.. Our attorneys are involved in the community.  Attorney Jana Fay Bacarisse previously served as the President of the Disability and Elder Law Attorneys Association (DELAA) in Houston and currently serves on the Elder Law Committee and Teach Texas Committee of the Houston Bar Association.. Bacarisse Law PLLC offers a variety of payment structures to meet your needs. We always provide a fee agreement regarding costs if we decide to work together, so our clients know what to expect.  Estate planning and document preparation is usually charged at a flat rate, but will be charged at an hourly rate for more complicated matters.  Probate, guardianship and elder law matters are billed hourly.  Bacarisse Law PLLC offers nursing home, hospital and home consultations for clients who may be too ill to come to the office. We will work with you to offer a payment arrangement that meets your needs, payable by check or credit card.. Our attorneys enjoy helping our clients and bring a personal and caring approach to their law practice.. Attorney Jana Fay Bacarisse is a native Houstonian and graduated from St. Thomas Episcopal School, Baylor University and South Texas College of Law.  She is married and has two adult children.. For further information, feel free to call our office at or send an email inquiry to attorney Jana Fay Bacarisse at