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Jason DeSouzaFounder/Managing Attorney
I am the firm’s founder and lead trial attorney. I founded this firm on the principle that people injured because of someone else’s carelessness deserve aggressive representation. I have a proven track record in court, prevailing against some of the largest insurance companies and corporations in the United States and worldwide, on the simple idea that I will get the best settlement for you based on your injuries or I will try your case to a jury. I charge no fees or expenses unless we collect money on your behalf. The firm is focused exclusively on personal injury litigation and we represent clients injured in the oilfield, injured by 18 wheelers or company vehicles, and those injured by slip and falls.
Jessica was born and raised in Michigan and earned a Masters of Non-Profit Management from North Park University. She spent 10 ½ years working in non-profits raising over $10 million dollars, leading fundraising events, and managing volunteers. In 2022 she stepped away from her role in the non-profit sector to join her husband’s law firm as the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Jason and Jessica have two children, Jett and Brennan, and four dogs, Moo, Friday, Rocco and Sparkles. They spend much of their free time traveling and discovering new places or at games and rehearsals.
Scott began his career in Beaumont, Texas near his hometown of Groves, Texas, representing defendants in lawsuits brought by those injured due to another’s alleged negligence. After representing defendants for seven years, Scott moved to Corpus Christi and began representing individuals that need guidance and counsel in an effort to obtain the compensation they deserve after being injured due to a company’s or individual’s negligent acts. Scott enjoys representing the individuals and leveling the playing field when an insurance company refuses to fairly and justly compensate the individual. Scott eventually moved back home to continue representing individuals against those that caused injuries. He enjoys traveling the State of Texas assisting Jason DeSouza in his dogged and persistent pursuit of justice on behalf of injured individuals.
Lucas Williams is a native and lifelong Texan that graduated from Texas A&M University at the age of 19. He then attended SMU Law in Dallas, Texas where he was the youngest person in his law school class and graduated at the age of 22. He has tried numerous cases to trial and thoroughly enjoys being a trial lawyer.
Lucas Williams relentlessly pursues justice so that, together, we can work towards holding the ones at fault accountable and righting the wrong.
After graduating from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, with a double major in Psychology and Communications, Nathan attended a dual degree program outside Chicago specializing in Psycho-legal studies and earned his Master’s in Psychology as well as his Law Degree at the same time. Since passing the Texas Bar in 2010, he has applied that training solely to advocating and representing over 1000 injured parties in personal injury litigation. More recently, Nathan has honed his practice to focus largely on commercial trucking cases.
Jorge graduated from BYU Law School in Provo, Utah in 2017 and began his career practicing personal injury litigation in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jorge focused his practice primarily on representing injured victims against large corporations, including trucking companies, casinos, and major hotel/resorts in motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, and premises liability litigation.
Jorge has tried many cases to verdict and obtained seven-figure results for his clients. Prior to graduating from law school, Jorge worked in the insurance field in San Antonio, Texas, which has equipped him to understand all aspects in a case dealing with insurance and personal injury claims. Jorge is a native Spanish – speaker from Ecuador and recently relocated to San Antonio Texas to be closer to family.
Austin is a born and bred Texan and was raised Lubbock, Texas. While pursuing his undergraduate degree in Political Science at Texas Tech University, Austin worked full-time as a banker. Austin is a proud Texas Tech School of Law graduate where he earned both a law degree and a Masters in Public Administration at the same time.
As a lawyer, Austin is a “Tried and True” advocate, having successfully litigated cases at the highest levels in both personal injury and criminal law. Austin has been a practicing New Mexico attorney since 2014 and recently became an attorney in the Chickasaw Nation. He loves being in the courtroom and recently relocated to San Antonio to continue his practice. For him, true advocacy is a lifestyle.
In her personal life, he enjoys traveling and playing disc golf with his friends.
Shelly brings a broad depth of experience in the provision of paralegal support and specializes in personal injury work, and also has experience in family, real estate, and criminal law. She has significant experience in all aspects of the litigation process. She graduated in 2004 with a Paralegal Degree from Texas A&M International. Prior to working for DeSouza Law, Shelly worked as a Litigation Paralegal for the Law Offices of Thomas J. Henry and has also worked for Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) as an Intelligence Research Analyst. Shelly is originally from Freer, Duval County, Texas and now lives in San Antonio, Texas. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Rosy was born and raised in Brownsville, TX. She has worked in the legal field since 2001, earning experience in family law, first party litigation and personal injury. She earned her associate in paralegal studies and BAAS in 2009. She moved to San Antonio in 2016. In her free time, she trains hard at the gym to prepare for her next body building show.
A law graduate by academics, it doesn’t come as a surprise that Sara chose Personal Injury as her professional domain, having personally gone through the agony of losing a loved one in a devastating car crash, pretty early in life. She joined DeSouza Law PC in June 2019, grateful that she has been given an opportunity to contribute in her own small way to make a huge difference in many deserving lives.
Other than her love for music and books, she loves her long meditative walks, and connecting with people.
Isabella is an experienced Paralegal with a background in legal research, document preparation and case management.
With 8 years of dedicated experience as a paralegal, and a law graduate by academics, she diligently supports attorneys in all phases of litigation.
Beyond her professional role she finds joy and fulfillment in embarking on journeys to new destinations and immersing herself in exploring new places, cultures, and experiences.”
Michelle has worked in the legal field for 12 years, earning experience in criminal and family law. After earning her paralegal certificate, she worked at the Office of the Attorney General where she spent 6 years working with troubled youths in the Juvenile Justice System.
Michelle is a co-owner of a nonprofit organization that was founded to assist children with cancer and has reached to organizing with local businesses to assist families in times of crisis. She enjoys traveling and immersing herself in different cultures. Michelle looks forward to road trips and exploring the off-beaten path. She is always seeking the next adventure.”
After being involved in a drunk driving collision early in her life, Jessica began her work in the legal field in 2002. Her goal has always been to help others that have been affected by someone else’s negligence. Personal injury has been the main focus of her career, and she is thankful that she has been able to assist others during their time of need.
In her spare time, Jessica loves taking trips with the family to the beach to spend time in the sand and explore as many fishing opportunities as they can. Additionally, her and her family take trips to the mountains in Colorado and New Mexico to fish all the beautiful lakes and rivers. Jessica has four nieces and one nephew, that she enjoys spending time with and making memories.
Richard has over 10 years legal experience in SSI, SSDI, Real Estate, Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury. During his free time, Richard enjoys cooking, surf fishing, and is an avid chess player.
David has worked in the legal field for 20 years all across the great state of Texas. From Corpus Christi, Houston to San Antonio. David has gone from working with an insurance defense law firm to currently working with personal injury attorneys.
Among the many leisure activities, David enjoys watching his favorite Texas sports teams and spending time with family and friends.
Ashley has worked in legal field for 2.5 years handling all non-commercial and commercial case that have settled within the firm.
She has a total of 7.5 years experience in accounting for the legal field and oil and gas industry. Ashley also has banking experience as an administrative assistant.
She is currently enrolled at UTSA working on obtaining MBA degree. She has her associate degree in general studies.
Ashley has two children and a husky. They enjoy traveling, outdoor activities and playing or watching basketball. Especially the Lakers.
Daniel Dominguez has worked in the San Antonio legal field for over 25 years. He began his career in 1991 working as a case manager with the law firm of Plunkett, Gibson & Allen, where he worked for 4 years in the practice area of insurance defense. In 1995, he joined Davis, Cedillo & Mendoza, where he worked as a paralegal for attorney Ricardo Cedillo for 17 years in various practice areas, including product liability, deceptive trade, and contract disputes. Daniel Dominguez brings over 25 years of legal experience to our firm.
Erica graduated with her paralegal degree from Amarillo College in 2014. She has been doing personal injury work for 9 years and wants to pursue her paralegal certification. She is married with four children and her family is very involved in sports and spends most of their free time outside. They are trying to travel to as many National Parks as possible. Erica is also a big Dallas Cowboys fan.
Lesley has been an LVN for 18 years. Prior to working at DeSouza Injury Lawyers, she spent 14 years in corrections helping adults and juveniles.
In her free time, Lesley likes to spend time with her husband of 20 years and her six children.
Cynthis brings over 7 years of client support and administrative to the firm. She is dedicated to delivering exceptional support. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her fur baby.
Brenda was born and raised in Texas. She has her BSOE in Business Administration and brings over 17 years of Marketing experience to the team. Before joining our team, Brenda was also a substitute teacher. Brenda enjoys spending time with her family and has recently become an empty nester.
Jasmine has always had a passion for the legal field/ criminal justice. She loves to learn new things, absorb as much as she can, and help people in any way. She is a mommy to be with a baby boy on the way. During her free time, Jasmine enjoys watching her Philadelphia Eagles and spending time with her 2 fur babies. Jasmine also loves her sneakers!
Elma is a person who loves people, working and traveling. Her biggest fault is that she loves shopping too much.
She is always ready to help others.
Elma worked at AT&T for over 40 years and loved every minute of it.
Jennifer Lester is a content writer and social media strategist who utilizes the power of storytelling to help organizations connect with their audiences. She’s been featured in BizWomen for her work and recognized on International Women’s Day by one of the leading freelance job platforms in the world. Jennifer is a graduate of Texas A&M University, an avid trail runner, and a mom to three energetic boys.
A San Antonio native, Sara attended Texas A&I (Texas A&M) in Kingsville, TX. Her move to Zapata, TX is where she was introduced and gained her knowledge in the Real Estate and Bookkeeping professions. After 34 years and wanting to live closer to family, Sara moved back to her hometown in 2011.
Her bookkeeping career continued in the oil & gas and voluntary sectors. Sara joined the team at DeSouza Law early part of 2021, giving her 35+ years of professionalism and detailed oriented bookkeeping skills. With a wide range of enjoyable interests, Sara favors traveling, the fine arts and socializing with family and friends at a variety of sports events.
Jett is a 5th grader whose passion is playing baseball. In his free time, away from school and sports, he helps shred and file and do other odd jobs around his Dad’s law firm.
Brennan is a 4th grader who loves gymnastics and recently joined choir. In her free time, away from school and friends, she helps shred and file and do other odd jobs around her Dad’s law firm.
Kallison is currently a student at John Marshall High School. She is involved in the law magnet program and the mock trial team there.
