ASSOCIATE
Ariana Taboada
Before attending law school, Ariana earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences with a major in Criminal Justice and a minor in Psychology from Wichita State University. During her undergraduate studies, she developed a strong interest in the legal profession and the intersection of advocacy, justice, and client service.
Following graduation, Ariana worked as a case manager handling complex personal injury matters across Arizona, California, and Nevada. In this role, she gained extensive experience managing tractor-trailer collision, premises liability, product liability, dog bite, and other catastrophic injury cases. Working directly with injured clients and attorneys provided her with invaluable insight into the litigation process while reinforcing her commitment to helping individuals navigate challenging legal matters.
Ariana went on to earn her Juris Doctor from the University of Houston Law Center, graduating in December 2025. Throughout law school, she distinguished herself as a skilled advocate and dedicated competitor. She competed in the Alternative Dispute Resolution Arbitration Competition, where she qualified for the national competition, demonstrating her ability to effectively analyze complex legal issues and advocate persuasively in a competitive setting. She was also a finalist in the University of Houston Law Center's Novice Mock Trial Competition and earned championship titles in mock trial competitions hosted by the Harris County Attorney's Office and Judge Weems of the 281st District Court in Harris County, Texas.
During her time at the University of Houston Law Center, Ariana also worked with the Harris County Attorney's Office in its Defensive Civil Litigation Division, where she strengthened her legal research and writing skills through dispositive motion practice in both state and federal courts. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in civil litigation and reinforced the importance of thorough preparation, strategic analysis, and persuasive advocacy.
As a first-generation law school graduate, Ariana approaches every client matter with preparation, humility, and a commitment to providing clients with clear guidance, practical strategy, and thoughtful advocacy. Since graduating from law school, she has had the pleasure of working on matters involving construction transactions and litigation, commercial breach-of-contract disputes, real estate development, land disputes, probate and estate administration, employment law, family law, and bankruptcy administration. This diverse experience allows Ariana to approach each matter with practical problem-solving and a strong commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients.
Outside of the office, Ariana enjoys spending time with her husband, traveling, and horseback riding. She values opportunities to explore new places, spend time outdoors, and create lasting memories with family and friends.
Education
Wichita State University
- B.A. in Criminal Justice, minor in Psychology
University of Houston Law Center
- J.D., December, 2025.