About Elisa Dillard

Elisa Dillard Rainey is a dedicated attorney specializing in estate planning and elder law, with a practice based in Waco, Texas. Since 1994, she has been a member of the State Bar of Texas, holding bar card number 00790593. Her law firm, Rainey & Rainey PLLC, is conveniently located at 3809 W. Waco Drive, Waco, TX 76710. This firm has become a trusted resource for individuals seeking guidance in complex legal matters related to aging and estate management.

Elisa earned her Juris Doctor from Baylor University School of Law in 1994, a culmination of her academic journey that began with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Baylor University in 1989. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both legal and business principles, which she applies to her practice. As a Certified Elder Law Attorney, a designation granted by the National Elder Law Foundation, Elisa is recognized by the State Bar of Texas for her expertise in this specialized field. Her practice areas are extensive and include estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, special needs planning, probate, guardianship, wills, and trusts. These areas reflect her commitment to serving clients, addressing the needs of individuals and families as they handle the requirements of aging and estate management.

Elisa's firm, Rainey & Rainey PLLC, has been recognized as the Best Law Firm and Best Elder Law Firm in Waco, Texas, by the Waco Tribune Herald for the past ten years, underscoring the quality of service provided to clients. In addition to her legal practice, Elisa is actively involved in professional organizations. She served as President of the Texas Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys from 2018 to 2019, where she contributed to the advancement of elder law practices across the state. Furthermore, she is a member of the Special Needs Alliance and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, which allows her to stay updated on the latest developments and best practices in her field. Elisa also contributes to the academic community as an Adjunct Professor of Elder Law at Baylor Law School.

Her commitment to education and mentorship reflects her dedication to shaping the next generation of legal professionals. Recognized for her contributions, she has received the Outstanding Young Lawyer Award from the Waco-McLennan County Young Lawyers Association and has been named Best Elder Law Attorney in Waco by Wacoan Magazine. For consultations, Elisa can be reached at (254) 752-8644, where she continues to offer expert legal guidance to her clients.

Education

Baylor University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1994

Baylor University

B.B.A. (1992) | Business/Law

1989

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

Estate Planning Elder Law Medicaid Planning Special Needs Planning Probate Guardianship Wills Trusts

Legal Services Scope

Consultation Planning Documentation Administration Litigation

Professional Associations

Real Estate, Probate & Trust Law Section of the State Bar of Texas

Council has membership 2018 - Current

Special Needs Alliance

has membership 2016 - Current

National Elder Law Foundation

Certified Elder Law Lawyer 2011 - Current

National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers

has membership 2001 - Current

Texas Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers

President - 2018-2019 2001 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 3809 W. Waco Drive Waco TX 76710

Sources

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