Old Ocean Family Lawyers

Duke Bonilla is a South Texas native and belongs to a network of family members practicing law throughout Texas. He proudly served as a member of the Texas A&M University Corp of Cadets, and obtained his Bachelor of Arts and Master’s Degree from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. He is a law school graduate of South Texas College of Law. A long time advocate of education and community involvement, Duke worked himself up the school district system ladder as a History teacher, Coach, Administrator, and Campus Principal. He started Early College High Schools at two difference school districts in South Texas....

Oiya Ali-Neely is a dedicated attorney with a strong commitment to her clients and community. She holds a Juris Doctor degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law and is certified in mediation, equipping her with the skills to guide clients through complex legal situations with empathy and insight. Originally from North Carolina, Oiya has lived in several states across the U.S., gathering diverse perspectives that enhance her legal practice. In her free time, she enjoys reading romance novels, staying active at the gym, and unwinding with movies. Family is also a cornerstone of Oiya’s life—she is one of five sisters, and...

Damiane Curvey Banieh spent her earliest years in Houston’s Fifth Ward area. Her family later moved to the North Forest Independent School District where she graduated Cum Laude from M.B. Smiley and went on to The University of Texas at Austin where she received a Bachelor of Science in Radio –Television-Film.

After graduation, Damiane worked as an Adoption Recruiter for DePelchin Children’s Center where her primary mission was to find suitable families for special needs children. As her desire to protect children grew, she returned to school to receive her Teaching Certification from The University of Houston-Downtown. At the same time,...

Meet Ricky Whitehead, one of our dedicated Associate Attorneys at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, a passionate advocate for justice and equality. With a Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management from UH Clear Lake, Ricky Whitehead brings a robust academic background to our team. In addition to their legal qualifications, Ricky Whitehead is a Certified Mediator in Texas, showcasing their commitment to conflict resolution. Born and raised in Houston, TX, Ricky Whitehead is deeply rooted in the local community and actively volunteers with the Trans Legal Aid Clinic TX...

I am Attorney Kesney Nichols, and I assist the firm in managing cases and achieving favorable outcomes for our clients. My responsibilities encompass conducting legal research, drafting documents, interviewing clients and witnesses, preparing for hearings and trials, and aiding in the formulation of legal strategies aimed at resolving cases favorably for each client. I am dedicated to supporting clients through the most challenging periods of their lives and tirelessly advocating on their behalf. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy golfing and spending time with my rescue dogs, Nash and Ollie.

I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business from Texas A&M – Kingsville in 1998. During my time at Texas A&M – Kingsville, I took on the role of an orientation leader for incoming students. After graduation, I managed a store for Tractor Supply Company and later worked as a financial planner for Waddell & Reed. A few years into my career, I felt a strong desire to pursue a greater challenge, leading me to law school. In 2005, I graduated with a law degree from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. While studying law, I...

David C. Barsalou is a real estate, business, and tax attorney licensed in both Texas and New York. A graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston, where he earned his J.D. cum laude (top 15% of his class), David focuses on commercial litigation, mergers and acquisitions, tax compliance and controversy, and a broad range of real estate and business transactions. He regularly handles complex contract drafting and negotiation, as well as residential and commercial real estate transactions. He is admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court and holds a Series 65 securities license, bringing clients a uniquely...

Lawrence Eulette is an attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, where he focuses his practice on probate, guardianship, estate planning, and real estate law. He is licensed by the State Bar of Texas and is admitted to practice before the U.S. Tax Court. Lawrence earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Wesleyan University in 1997 and his Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 2009. Known as a “people person,” he takes pride in building genuine connections with clients and guiding them through challenging legal processes with care and clarity. In his free...