About Us

We help business owners and individuals protect their wealth and ensure that it transfers the way that they want. We believe in developing practical solutions that are understandable and cost effective. Our desire is to become trusted advisors to your business or family.

Aurelio Leo Lara

Leo was born in San Benito, Texas, and raised in Raymondville, Texas. After graduating from Pan American College (now UTRGV), he rose through the ranks of the Texas Department of Human Resources. At the age of 34, he gave up his successful career to pursue his dream of being a lawyer. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Detroit College of Law and returned to the Rio Grande Valley to practice where he has served his community for over 25 years with his legal expertise. Leo is married to his high school sweetheart, Liz. They have two children and three grandchildren. His interests include reading and watching science fiction, tinkering in his workshop, and spending time at South Padre Island.

Tomas M. Flores

Tomas was born and raised in McAllen, Texas. Originally planning to go to medical school, he graduated Cum Laude from University of Texas-Pan American (now UT RGV) with a degree in Chemistry. Those plans changed when he met his wife and she inspired him to pursue a career in law. He started working with his father-in-law, Leo, and continued while attending law school at St. Mary’s School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. When he graduated he joined the firm as an associate attorney. Tomas and Leo are now partners of the Lara Law Firm. Tomas is married to his wife, Lisa, and they have one daughter. His interests include reading books about business, health, and productivity, playing golf, and spending time with friends.