Elisabeth Lainez
-
Joined Collins Family & Elder Law Group2024
Bio
Elisabeth (Liz) is based in our Greenville, South Carolina office supporting Attorney Kristen Leonard. She is responsible for organizing client files, drafting and filing documents, calendaring and managing schedules, gathering information, and any other tasks necessary to support her team through every client’s case.
Education & Experience
Liz was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and spent much of her adult life in Long Beach. She attended Cal State Dominguez Hills University, where she graduated with honors, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Child Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Juvenile Delinquency.
Liz was a preschool teacher for many years, specializing in working with children who had developmental delays and behavioral disorders. Seeking a new challenge, she transitioned into the social services field. In California, she worked for the County of Orange Child Support Services in the legal department alongside the state attorneys.
After relocating to South Carolina, she joined the Department of Social Services, focusing on adoptions and foster care. It was during this time that Liz discovered her passion for the legal field, particularly Family Law. To pursue this interest, she obtained a Paralegal certification from the University of South Carolina.
Personal & Professional Activities
Liz enjoys long-distance running and makes it a point to get outside and run at least three times a week. She is an avid reader, with a particular fondness for fantasy and historical fiction. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband and cat. Liz and her husband both enjoy hiking and spending time outdoors.
Philosophy
Liz believes in empathy and understanding for others. Everyone has their own struggles and challenges, and it’s important to approach each person with kindness, compassion, and respect. Professionally, Liz aspires to excel in her career as a paralegal. She is committed to continuous learning and self-improvement, recognizing that knowledge is a powerful tool for both personal growth and helping others.
Client Testimonials
See What Our Clients Say About Us
-
"Willing to go the extra mile to help their clients."
Collins Family Law group is a wonderful group of women willing to go the extra mile to help their clients. If you’re going through a divorce situation, I would highly recommend you contact them.
- Laura S. -
"Ms. Collins is a superb attorney that I would highly recommend."
Ms. Collins is a superb attorney that I would highly recommend. She cares about her clients, is very knowledgeable, has a professional, kind demeanor, and always gives 110%.
- Stephanie E. -
"Collins Family Law Group was very helpful through a difficult time."
Candace walked me through the process of divorce and child custody advising me on things that I had not considered. She helped me to protect my children and their best interests.
- Gretchen -
"Ms. Collins was very helpful during my custody hearing. It was not about the money for her; instead, it was about doing what was right for my child and me."
She was fair, open, and honest. She informed me of my rights as well as the rights of my ex-husband. She was not out for blood, but just out for what my child and I were entitled to.
- Vanetta J.