Jessica Guobadia

Jessica Guobadia is a litigation attorney and mediator with Kean Miller in Houston, Texas, representing individuals and families in matters involving Elder Law, Trusts and Estates, and Litigation related to trusts and estates. Her practice focuses on guardianship, probate, and mental health commitment proceedings, where she works closely with clients to protect individual rights while helping families and caregivers navigate emotionally complex legal processes.

Jessica regularly handles probate matters, including heirship proceedings and the probate of wills. She assists clients throughout the probate process with clear communication and thoughtful guidance. In addition, Jessica works with individuals and families to develop estate plans tailored to their personal goals, helping ensure that important decisions are clearly documented and legally effective.

Her experience includes serving as applicant’s counsel, court-appointed attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, administrator, and guardian of the person and estate, as applicable. Jessica has worked on probate administrations, guardianships, personal injury matters, involuntary mental health commitments, and emergency removal proceedings. This broad background allows her to understand the legal, personal, and practical considerations involved in guardianship and mental health matters, and supports her role as a mediator in guardianship and probate disputes. She has represented clients in both state and federal courts, including appellate matters before the Texas Supreme Court and Texas Courts of Appeal.

Jessica has also volunteered with mental health advocacy organizations, as well as with veterans and first responders, assisting with a range of legal needs, including estate planning.