A native El Pasoan, Jake began to develop a strong passion for law at an early age. While attending South Texas College of Law - Houston, Jake was selected to represent South Texas in National Advocacy Tournaments, where he competed against top law schools across the nation. The prestigious South Texas Advocacy program carries over 135 National Advocacy Championship wins, with no other law school in the country claiming half as many wins.

Jake graduated law school near the top of his class in a prompt two and a half years and became one of few students in his class to walk the graduation stage as a licensed attorney after passing the Texas Bar Exam. Jake has excelled since law school, having been awarded "Top 40 under 40" Attorneys by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers and the American Academy of Attorneys. Jake carries unique experience having advocated on nationally recognized cases, such as the acquittal of Daniel Villegas. Jake is a versatile litigator that proudly represents individuals in the community in various legal situations.

​ His practice areas include personal injury and criminal defense.

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