Lawrenceville, GA Estate Planning and Asset Protection Lawyer

Adela is a dedicated Family Wealth and Legacy Lawyer, and a proud mother to her three children, Alex, Benny, and Caroline—the "ABCs" of her life. As a business owner, she is committed to helping families and communities protect their lives and legacies, just as she does for her own. With a focus on estate and business succession planning, Adela ensures families are safeguarded from court battles and conflict during life's most challenging times. Her legal approach is grounded in the belief that proper planning provides peace of mind for parents and business owners alike. Adela's legal career began with a clerkship for the Honorable John S. Dalis in the Southern District of Georgia, where she handled complex Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases and labor disputes for Fortune 500 companies. Today, she brings that same passion and expertise to her clients, leveraging her litigation experience to draft clear, tailored documents designed to avoid costly disputes. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Adela simplifies the process of protecting assets, empowering her clients to make informed decisions. She is a graduate of Boston College Law School, a Certified Exit Planning Advisor, and actively involved in her local legal and business communities. Adela is also licensed in California and Florida.

Education

• Boston College Law School, J.D., 2002
• University of Massachusetts, B.S., 1999

Bars

• Georgia Bar Associations
• Georgia Hispanic Bar Association
• Gwinnett County Bar Association

Associations

• Gwinnett County Bar Association, Vice President, 2024
• Gwinnett County Bar Association, Treasurer, 2023, 2024
• Gwinnett County Bar Association, Secretary, 2022, 2023
• Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
• GA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA)

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Practice Areas

• Trusts
• Elder Law

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