MEET OUR TEAM

Office Manager

Candice Brownlee

Candice joined the firm in 2015 as a Legal Secretary and has served as Office Manager since 2017. Originally from Gordo, she attended both Auburn University and the University of Alabama, majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics. She has a daughter (Peyton, 12), son (Liam, 10), and teacup Yorkie (Lieutenant Dan). Candice enjoys singing karaoke, crawfish season, cooking for friends, watching football (Who Dat! Geaux Tigers! War Eagle!), weekend trips to Louisiana, walking her dog at Lake Tuscaloosa, relaxing by her pool and spending time watching her kids do what they love (cheerleading & playing football). She also enjoys a good Sunday nap!

Legal Secretary - Evictions, Bankruptcy, Entity Formation & Real Estate

Lisa Englebert

Lisa joined the firm in 2017. She is from Tuscaloosa and graduated from Hillcrest High School. She enjoys spending time with her daughter, Annlee, shopping, going to the beach and Alabama football.

Legal Secretary - Domestic Relations, Juvenile Court, Billing & Accounts Receivable

Jessica Phillips

Jessica joined the firm in 2019. She is from Moundville and graduated from Hale County High School. She is married to Billy Phillips and has three children, Jake (9), Raelynn (2), and Billie Kathryn (11 months) and a golden retriever, Blu. She serves as the Vice President of Moundville PARA and enjoys watching her kids' activities (baseball, tumbling, and pageants). 

Legal Secretary - Evictions, Personal Injury, Domestic Relations & Collections

Laura Justice

Laura joined the firm in 2019. She was born in Paraguay and raised in Tuscaloosa. She graduated from American Christian Academy and earned a Cosmetology Certificate from Shelton State Community College. Laura is married to Samuel Justice and they have three dogs, Harlow, Sage and Sadie. She enjoys traveling, going to concerts, Alabama & Tennessee Titans football, shopping, and spending time with family and friends. 

Legal Secretary - Homeowners Associations & Collections

Tracie Barnette

Tracie joined the firm in 2019. She was born in Malone, New York. She has three children, Courtney, Austin and Chase, and three dogs, Sweet Pea, Lyla and Izzy. Tracie graduated from Sneads High School, graduated from Chipola College (Associate Degree with Honors), and attended Florida State University. She also obtained her license to sell insurance in the areas of property & casualty, life & health, and personal & commercial lines. Tracie enjoys traveling, cruising, beach trips, and home décor. 

Legal Secretary - Probate, Homeowners Associations & General Litigation

Julie Rodriguez

Julie joined the firm in 2020. She is from Hermiston, Oregon. She is married to Ben Rodriguez and they have four children, Isabella, Ana, Sofia and Acelyn. Julie enjoys refinishing / redesigning furniture and yard selling.