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I have a practice dedicated to helping people prepare for their eventual incapacity and/or death. In facing these realities of living, I help them write graceful transitions at these difficult times. It is planning their legacies. In my prior practice, I did general law, and eventually concentrated in divorce law. With a divorce, I always felt that we started with a pie, and in the end their was less for everyone. In Estate Planning, we start with a pie, and in the end, there is more for everyone. I take pride in helping families navigate through difficult circumstances effectively and efficiently.Stated, so well,"Preparing for death is one of the most empowering things you can do.Thinking about death clarifies your life." Candy Chang, "Before I die, I want to... " TED Talks July 2012

Julie Carrell Heffington has been with the firm Tisher, Wolaver, Free, Carter & Lynn, PLLC since the firm was founded in February 2015. Prior to the new firm being established, Julie was an associate with Tisher & Wolaver, PLLC, beginning in 2014 after her move back to the Columbia area from a firm based in Franklin, Tennessee. Julie’s practice focuses on insurance litigation, divorce, adoption, property disputes, as well as wills and estates.. Julie received her Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Nashville School of Law in December 2013 and was admitted to the practice of law in April 2014. As part of her honors, she was elected by her professors as recipient of the esteemed Moot Court award for outstanding presentation and performance in the courtroom.. Prior to attending law school, Julie earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Middle Tennessee State University. She enjoyed a long career as a Registered Nurse, working approximately fourteen years with Maury Regional Medical Center in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Recovery, Pediatrics as well as other specialties within the hospital. She remains licensed in the State of Tennessee and active in promotion of the nursing profession.. When asked how being a nurse and a lawyer are different, Julie explains that they are actually very similar in that a person is coming to you in their time of need, not knowing what to expect – whether it is surgery or a lawsuit – and your job as both a nurse and lawyer is to help them navigate through the process, making the journey as easy as possible. Because of her unique educational background, Julie has a true understanding of legal issues that involve medical components.. As stated above, part of Julie’s practice is devoted to adoption, which is very near and dear to her heart due to the fact that she became a mother through the process of adoption – both international and domestic. Julie’s daughters, Anna and Isabell, were adopted from Russia and her son, Alex, was adopted within the state.. Julie is admitted to practice in both State and Federal Court.. Julie is part of the following associations and memberships:. Maury County Bar Association. Maury County Young Lawyers Division. Tennessee Bar Association. American Bar Association. Tennessee Nurses Association. American Nurses Association. Kiwanis International

I am an eager attorney with a focus on helping my clients achieve fiscal security and a general sense of ease through proper estate planning.  This process requires an attention to detail and an understanding for the various circumstances that people often find confusing or difficult to overcome.  By making a plan early, the difficulty of these situations can often be easily mitigated.. When I am not actively pursuing a prudent plan that satsifies my clients life planning objectives, I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking with my dog, fishing, camping, and hunting.

I was board-certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 1992. After litigating family law disputes for more than 39 years, I now work part-time in a limited number of areas and I am attending nursing school full time. (Yes, that is quite a change)  While I do in person meetings, I am more available by video conference.. Wills and Probate• Simple Estate Planning (Wills, Financial and Medical Powers of Attorney, Do Not Resuscitate Orders, HIPAA Releases)• Uncontested Probates• Transfer on Death Deeds-Lady Bird Deeds• Affidavit of Heirships. Family Law. • Second Opinion - Document review• Name Change• Mediation / Arbitration• Agreed Adoption

Jason English grew up in his dad’s personal injury law practice in Tarrant County, graduated from Texas A&M before getting his law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law.  Initially he worked in his father’s firm on personal injury, wills and probate, as well as, family law cases.  Soon thereafter he took his father’s advice and worked for the District Attorney’s Office to obtain trial expertise.  Jason English was an Assistant District Attorney with the Travis County District Attorney’s Office in Austin, Texas from 2007-2017.  The Travis County District Attorney’s Office has jurisdiction over felony offenses.  Mr. English was a prosecutor in Texas 2002-2017, working at the Cameron County Criminal District Attorney’s Office in Brownsville, TX and at the Hays County District Attorney’s Office in San Marcos, Texas.  Upon joining Travis County District Attorney’s Office in 2007, Mr. English was assigned to various courts before being assigned to the Special Prosecution Division’s Public Integrity Unit handling white collar crimes committed against state agencies or crimes committed by state officials.  Mr. English had been the Strategic Prosecution Unit’s Community Prosecutor working as the liaison between the DA’s Office, Austin Police Department, and the community.  During this time he was assigned to address special issues or top offenders affecting the community, as well as, advising the Austin Police Department regarding felony cases and sting operations.  The work included various initiatives such as an enhanced prosecution initiative, as well as, implementing a Drug Market Initiative following the High Point, North Carolina Model.   Prior to leaving prosecution, he had been over various diversion programs for the Travis County District Attorney’s Office, specifically handling the Mental Health Docket and the Veterans Court.  After 15 great years as a prosecutor, he has returned full circle to handling personal injury, will and probate cases, as well as, practicing criminal defense.  He counts his father’s sage advice for getting years of courtroom experience that translates well for his clients.

I help individuals and couples make decisions regarding who will take care of their children if they become unable to do so and who will inherit everything they have acquired over their lifetimes.  I also represent debtors in chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies.

I am a civil practitioner with a background in British and American law. After attending law school in England, I returned to Texas to complete an LLM with University of Texas School of Law. I worked at a litigation firm practicing family law for a year and a half before opening Gullett Law Firm.. I strongly believe  in giving back to the legal community. I am the chairperson of the Pro Bono Committee for Texas Opportunity and Justice Incubator, and I work for local pro bono clinics on a regular basis.

My practice focuses on working with individuals and families to advise them on how to accomplish their testamentary goals and to draft the necessary documents (wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, disability documents, beneficiary designations, etc.) to do so.  I also handle probate and estate administration matters as well as counsel clients with respect to tax planning, charitable giving, and business succession planning.. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, binge-watching television shows and spending as much time with my family and friends as possible.

The Law Office of Lakesha D. Holmes, PLLC is a Baytown, TX based firm focused on business law, nonprofit law and estate planning.Lakesha D. Holmes (formerly Harris) has been licensed in Texas as an attorney and counselor at law for more than twelve years, and has been fortunate to represent both individuals and businesses of all sizes, including both Fortune 500 companies and small businesses, in various legal matters. Lakesha is passionate about working with individuals, non-profits and small business owners who need competent and affordable legal representation. In 1996, Lakesha graduated magna cum laude from Spelman College. In 2004, she received her Juris Doctorate degree—magna cum laude—from Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law.Prior to founding the Law Office of Lakesha D. Holmes, PLLC, Lakesha was a Senior Attorney for Total Petrochemicals & Refining USA, Inc. Prior to that, she was an Oil and Gas associate attorney for Thompson & Knight, LLP.Lakesha is active in the legal community and is committed to pro bono work. She is also deeply rooted in the Baytown community. She is a youth leader at the Purfect Love Fellowship Church. She also serves as Membership Chair and First Vice President of Baytown Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. and is a Board Member of the Lee College Alliance.

Attorney Abigail Kweller Sullivan entered law school as one of the youngest in her class, and at only 24-years-old, she became licensed to practice law in Texas. Many referred to her as the "Doogie Howser" of law, and it was not long before Abby gained recognition for being a competent and skilled practitioner.. Abigail has vast experience in handling many types of legal matters. Abigail's diverse experience and longevity in the field makes her a solid and continually entrusted legal advisor to her clients.. Early in her career, Abigail practiced family law at the Law Offices of Morgan & Gotcher in Greenville, Texas. Holly Gotcher is one of Greenville's most renowned and noteworthy trial attorneys, and under Gotcher's mentorship, Abigail became versed in all forms of negotiation, discovery, mediation, deposition, motion practice, and trial work.. Abigail then worked for the law firm of Scott & Ray, which represented the City of Greenville, Hunt County, City of Wolfe City, and many other local governments and state subdivisions. During this tenure, Abigail served as the prosecutor for the municipal courts of Greenville and Wolfe City. Additionally, Abigail counseled and advised the government clients during their open and executive session meetings as the City and County Attorney.. In 2019, Abigail received her license to practice in the State of Oklahoma, which assisted her ability to resolve complicated real estate and probate matters.. In 2021 she launched her private practice, where she handles an array of matters related to Estate Planning, Real Estate, Probate, Contracts, Civil Litigation, Corporations, and more.In 2022, Abigail received the honorable appointment as the Associate Judge for the Municipal Court of the City of Greenville, and currently part-time support to the court by conducting arraignments presiding over trials. Abigail's appointment as a municipal judge does not limit her ability to litigate cases in County, District, and Federal Court, and thus her private law practice continues to thrive alongside her judiciary role.. Admitted to practice law before the following courts:. State of Texas. State of Oklahoma. United States Northern District of Texas. United States Eastern District of Texas. United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas

William Brewer is an accomplished attorney with over 16 years of experience. His practice is primarily focused on estate planning including drafting Wills and Power of Attorney documents. He also assists clients with probate matters. William lives in the Ravenna area of Seattle and has his law office in the University District.. William received his B.A. from Gonzaga University and his law degree (cum laude) from Santa Clara University School of Law. While at Santa Clara, he won Best Oral Advocate and Best Brief in the moot court competition and received the Witkin Award for the top grade in Constitutional Law.. William formerly worked for Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati as a litigator where he specialized in securities litigation, shareholder derivative suits, and internal investigations. He moved to Riddell Williams in 2008 as a Senior Associate where he worked in a variety of different litigation matters including two extensive trials. During his time at Riddell Williams, he also drafted numerous contracts for both corporations and individuals. William was designated a Rising Star by Washington Law & Politics in 2010, 2011 and 2012.

I am proud to be a third generation attorney in Pierce County. The profession of lawyering has a long tradition of serving and helping people in need. This philosophy guided my grandfather's and father's practices and it continues to guide mine as well. I started practicing by defending physicians and hospitals in medical malpractice cases. For the last decade, my practice has focused on representing individuals, both in personal injury cases and in all types of estate matters. The practice of law is built on trust. Professional ethics are of utmost importance to me. You can expect me to always be honest with you about your case. In return, I will expect you to be honest with me about the situation. I limit my cases and clients to make sure that each client receives the attention he/she deserves. Because of that, every client benefits from my 29 years of experience. I sincerely thank you for taking time to learn more about my practice. I look forward to hearing from you and about how I might help. You will find my office environment casual and friendly. Our discussion will be held in strict confidence as it is protected by the attorney client privilege.

Mr. Inskip is an experienced attorney licensed to practice law in Missouri. Mr. Inskip has represented businesses and individuals in various types of litigation, including Probate, Criminal, Business Litigation, Personal Injury/Auto Accident, and Worker's Compensation. Additionally, Mr. Inskip has considerable experience in the fields of Estate Planning/Wills, and formation and operation of business entities.

I am very community-oriented.  I work hard to make sure we can all grow, prosper, and succeed together and not at the cost of each other.. I enjoy playing soccer, running, writing fictional stories, and volunteering by cleaning up roads and organizing blood drives.