My Why
What powers my practice
The most fulfilling moment in my career is when a successful exit closes, and the founders receive the payoff for years of hard work and sacrifice. I’ve been fortunate to work on a high volume of transactions, and that experience helps me offer informed advice that can truly improve a client’s outcome. My goal is to be there for my clients through every stage of their journey. I’m only successful when my clients are successful, and I work every day to protect them and the ventures they pursue.
Credentials
- University of Texas, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2008
- Texas State University - San Marcos, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English, 2003, cum laude
- Texas
- Austin’s Top Attorneys – Commercial Litigation, Austin Monthly®, 2025
Insights
Legal Foundations for Startup Success: Supporting Koda Health
Dr. Tatiana Fofanova didn’t begin her career thinking she would one day start her own company. What started as a career in research eventually led her to pursue other career options, “I kind of got frustrated with the speed at which things moved. And the speed at which you could make an impact in the patient populations you were working with.”Read
Jan 16, 2026
Michael Best Attorneys Named to Austin Monthly’s “Top Attorneys for 2025” List
About the honorees: This recognition follows a series of impactful client wins and community engagements by the Austin Office, including pro bono work, charitable sponsorships,…Read
Jul 21, 2025
Michael Best Announces Election of Four to Equity Partnership
Michael Best is pleased to announce the addition of four attorneys promote to the Firm’s Equity Partnership. The newly named partners are Aaron W. Barker,…Read
Feb 8, 2024