Hufsmith Lawyers

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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...

Jennifer Amanoo focuses her practice on Trusts & Estates, bringing a background in both legal and fiduciary roles, including her previous experience as an AVP & Trust Officer and law clerk in estate planning. Jennifer earned her B.A. in Political Science and a Master of Jurisprudence in Public Interest Law from DePaul University, followed by her J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. She is licensed in Texas and is a member of the American Bar Association. Originally from Ghana, Jennifer has lived in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Tallahassee. Outside the office, she enjoys swimming, traveling, and is...

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...

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,...

I am dedicated to simplifying business, real estate, and estate planning matters for my clients by providing comprehensive and straightforward legal services. I am committed to protecting your interests and assets when you need it the most. I hold licenses to practice law in both Texas and Florida. Before founding Nielson Law, PLLC, I worked at Lowndes, Drosdick Doster, Kantor & Reed in Orlando, Florida. Subsequently, I also served as a diplomat, in both domestic and international assignments, with the U.S. Department of State. This diverse background allows me to bring a broad range of experience and perspectives to legal...

Eleanor Beavers Haynes, Attorney & Counselor at Law

For more than 30 years, I have been a dedicated private practicing attorney. I am licensed to practice law in Texas and Ohio. I concentrate my legal services in the areas of small business, tax, and bankruptcy law. I work agressively for my clients, providing them with effective and skilled legal counsel.

I have served as a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee in the Southern District of Ohio and worked as a Special Counsel to the State of Ohio, Office of the Attorney General for more than 19 years handling bankruptcy, tax and...

Dustan O. Neyland is a passionate and experienced criminal defense attorney who aggressively fights for the rights of his clients. Dustan is a partner and attorney at Greco Neyland, PC, which represents clients throughout the Houston Metropolitan Area and the State of Texas. Dustan is passionate about making sure the rights of his clients are heard. He believes each person deserves fair treatment, and he works to ensure each client has a fair chance. He represents people in a variety of criminal defense cases, including DWI, drug charges, white collar charges, terrorism charges and weapons offenses. ...

I was born in Monterrey, Mexico, but Houston has been my home for as long as I can remember. I grew up in southeast Houston, and life has taken me to live in every corner of our city. I attended Texas Tech University for my undergraduate studies, and I made it my goal to attend some of the nation's top law schools to receive the best legal education possible. I achieved this by attending Cornell Law School and The University of Texas School of Law for my law degree. During my time in law school, I discovered my passion for being...

I’m passionate about providing the best possible defense for my clients, which is why I earned Board Certification in DUI Defense from the DUI Defense Lawyers Association. I’m also honored to have be named an ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer Scientist by the American Chemical Society, which means I truly understand the science behind breath and blood alcohol testing, and I use that knowledge to help my clients in every case. I’m certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in administering and interpreting the Standardized Field Sobriety Test Battery, and I’m certified by the International Association of Chiefs of Police...