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Lisa Shoalmire is an Elder Law attorney practicing in Texas and Arkansas. She holds a Certified Public Accountant certificate and a Masters in Taxation, in addition to her law degree.
Lisa is a founding partner in the firm of Ross & Shoalmire, LLP which began in 2005 and specializes in the specific legal needs of seniors and special needs individuals and their families. Lisa is also a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and serves her community as a member of the Board of Directors for Opportunities, Inc. and the Texarkana Area Community Foundation.
Lisa speaks frequently on topics of interest to seniors and parents and family of special needs individuals.
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State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2000
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State: Texas
Acquired: 1997
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Posted by Michael | December 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law
Rapid problem solving
I went to Ms. Shoalmire because I was preparing for my old age when I found that it had already slipped up on me. When I told her my specific problem, she immediately knew of a solution. She explained it to me and then told me how long it would take and how much it would cost. The final product wa...
Posted by David | February 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law
Look no further, Lisa is the BEST
Of note, is Lisa treated me as if I was the most important client and the only client. She took time to express concern for me as a person as well as my legal issue. I arrived in her office not knowing I needed a lawyer and having to leave the state the following day. Lisa worked after closing to m...
Thank you for your kind review David! It is so challenging trying to handle legal issues for a loved one when you live out of state. I'm glad we could get you what you needed in a timely manner. You have enough on your plate without worrying over legal matters. Take care.
Posted by Alison Murphy | November 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law
No one better!
Lisa's superior intelligence, extensive experience in elder law, and perseverance are just a few characteristics that make her a superior lawyer. Immediately upon hiring/meeting her I felt an instant trust. She was professional yet real and her level of communication was perfect. Her strong abilit...
Posted by Tina | October 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
trust
Lisa has helped our family in the past and she has always been so nice and patient with my Mother and Grandmother. In a time when I needed someone to help us she was there and went beyond. I tell everyone how wonderful she is.
Posted by James | November 26, 2013 | Elder Law
An angel among us
My mother developed Alzheimer's. Ms Shoalmire and my Mother set up an irrevocable trust to protect my Mother from herself and from any unknown third parties. Ms Shoalmire thoroughly explained the other different legal instruments available to protect my Mother. The unknown third parties turne...
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2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Top Lawyer in Elder Law, ALT Magazine
2020
Top Lawyer in Elder Law, ALT Magazine
2019
Top Lawyer in Elder Law, ALT Magazine
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Community Service Award, Daughters of the American Revolution
2005
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
1996
Ron Anderson Law & Medicine Award, Baylor Law School
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Licensed, Certified Public Accountant
2005 - Present
Partner, Ross & Shoalmire, LLP
2010 - 2013
Professor, Texarkana Community College
2002 - 2005
Associate, Norton & Burgess
2000 - 2002
Associate, Dunn, Nutter & Morgan, LLP
1998 - 2000
Staff Attorney, Texas Court Of Appeals, Sixth Appellate District
1997 - 1998
Clerk, Honorable Donald R. Ross, Sixth Court of Appeals
2019 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Texas Chapter)Executive Board Member
2012 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2004 - Present
Opportunities, IncBoard Member - Officer
2003 - Present
Texarkana Area Community FoundationBoard Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
MA - Masters
1992
BS - Bachelor of Science
2021
Benefits Planning for Blended Families
2020
Using Irrevocable Trust for Medicaid Planning in Texas
2016
Estate Planning with Special Needs Beneficiaries
2015
Alzheimers and HIPAA
2014
Your Farm, Your Legacy
2013
Continuim of Care: Special Needs Individuals and the Law
2013
Wise Women/Winning Strategies
2013
Love & Money: Financial Issues in Late Life Marriages
2013
Guns, Art & Other Troublesome Assets
2012
Grandparents Rights
2012
Gun Trusts
2011
Representing Parents with Disabilities in CPS Cases
2020
2014
2013
English
Legal Answers
Can my brother and I throw out our step brother and his family?
08 Apr 2022
Can I transfer a house to a relative that moved in years ago to provide long term care?
02 Dec 2021
Can I remove money from a joint checking account to insure that a nursing home doesn't take it?
25 Mar 2021