Areas of Practice
- Auto/Trucking
- Business and Commercial Litigation
- General Civil Litigation
- Maritime Litigation
- Personal Injury/Wrongful Death Defense
- Premises Liability
- Products Liability
- Professional Liability Defense
- State and Federal Civil Litigation
Born and raised in Houston, Ms. Chidester has a strong affinity for the city she grew up in. She is an associate at the firm’s Houston office, and primarily focuses her practice on personal injury and general civil litigation defense.
Ms. Chidester earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Houston in 2021. After earning her bachelor’s degree, she earned a Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2024.
During law school, Ms. Chidester was an active member and director of the South Texas Board of Advocates. She was awarded the 2024 Dean’s Outstanding Advocate Award in recognition of her advocacy skills. Ms. Chidester competed across the country in National Moot Court competitions as an oral advocate. She brought home South Texas Advocacy’s 139th and 140th National Championships, and received individual recognition at numerous competitions. Her success in Moot Court not only demonstrates her skill, but also reflects her commitment to excellence.
In her career, Ms. Chidester aims to apply her skillset in providing the firm’s clients with excellent advocacy in both everyday and courtroom matters. She recognizes that effective advocacy can take various forms depending on the circumstances. Thus, she strives to remain positive and adaptable to the needs of each case.
Education
- South Texas College of Law, Doctor of Jurisprudence, 2024
- University of Houston, Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude, 2021
Admissions
- Admitted to State Bar of Texas, 2024
Memberships & Services
- State Bar of Texas
- American Bar Association
- Order of the Barristers
- Houston Bar Association
- Houston Young Lawyers Association