As Cludius Law’s Intake/Outreach Coordinator, Elise is the first person clients work with prior to meeting with Fred and a trusted guide throughout the early stages of the estate planning process. She aims to help individuals and families feel informed, supported, and confident as they take first steps towards protecting what matters most. She feels strongly about strengthening Cludius Law’s relationships with clients and the community because she believes that good planning starts with trust, genuine connections, and feeling understood.

Elise is a Texas native, raised by Filipino parents who put their roots down in Austin. She is also a proud Texas State alumna, having graduated with her Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science and a minor in International Relations. With a background in competitive debate at the state and national level, and as the middle child between her two brothers, Elise has sharpened her ability to listen carefully, think critically, and find common ground—making her an effective communicator who is dedicated to helping clients accomplish exactly what they set out to achieve.

In her free time, Elise enjoys reading, playing computer games, and cooking (she thinks she wouldn’t be half bad on Top Chef).