Legal Solutions for
What Matters Most to You
I was raised in Hallsville, Texas where I developed a passion for reading, writing, and problem solving. These interests led me to a brief career as an English teacher. While teaching, I developed the ability to explain difficult concepts to students in a way that was easy to understand and digest. My interests in problem solving and assisting others led me to law school.
As an attorney, I interact with people in my community and help them solve legal problems on a regular basis. It is extremely rewarding to find legal solutions that have a real impact on the lives of my clients and their loved ones.
I enjoy explaining legal concepts to clients who want to better understand estate planning, probate, corporate, and real estate matters.
“Being a good attorney is about more than knowing the law. It’s about giving each client the individual attention and support they need.”
CUSTOM LEGAL SOLUTIONS
Every client I meet has a unique story and concerns. These concerns range from “what is probate? And do I have to go through probate?” or “I don’t want my grandson to blow his inheritance in two weeks” and sometimes “I don’t know anything about estate tax planning. Where should I start?” The more I learn about these kinds of details, the more information I have to help map out what exactly should be going into each specific estate plan — probate matter, marital agreement, business contract, or other legal situation.
Fortunately, this is where I thrive – finding solutions. I understand that cases don’t work on a “one-size-fits-all” basis, so understanding the ins and outs of a client’s situation allows me to create the solutions that fit the individual.
OUTSIDE THE OFFICE
I live in Tyler, Texas with my wife to whom I have been married since 1997. We have two adult children. We are involved in the community and with our church, Bethel Bible Church.
BAR ADMISSIONS
- Texas (2005)
EDUCATION
- Juris Doctor – University of Tulsa, College of Law (2005)
- Master of Arts – Stephen F. Austin State University (2000)
- Bachelor of Arts – Texas Tech University (1998)
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
- State Bar of Texas, Member of the Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law Section
- College of the State Bar of Texas, an honor society that recognizes and represents lawyers who make an extraordinary commitment to professional education (2014 – present)
- East Texas Estate Planning Council (2015-present)
- NAELA (National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys) (2015-2016)
- Cumberland Academy, Tyler, Texas, Board Member (2010 – 2025)
- Bethel Bible Church, Deacon (2014 – 2020), Elder (2020-2023)
- Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity