Molly Portwood-Kerrigan
PARALEGAL
With prior paralegal experience, Molly Portwood-Kerrigan joined Maples | Jones, PLLC in July of 2024. Molly’s career started in corporate litigation, working on patent infringement, antitrust, class action, breach of contract, fraud, and employment cases. Molly’s substantial discovery and trial experience serves as a helpful and beneficial asset to Maples | Jones, PLLC’s legal practice since she can patiently and thoughtfully guide clients through the litigation process and supplement the advice of the attorneys when it comes to the courtroom setting. Molly is committed to compassionately aiding her clients as individuals with unique needs and ensuring that her clients understand their case at every step.
Molly is excited and eager to work more personally with her clients and to ensure that each client feels heard and advocated for. Molly lives in Austin with her husband. During her off time, she enjoys reading romance and philosophy, writing music, playing board games, and watching movies.
FUN FACT: Molly once accidentally and unwillingly swam in the ocean alongside several sharks.
What Our Client’s Say About Us
“In an hour, Nikki Maples discerned the danger and gave me the courage and words to address the situation. She listened intently and articulated with enough authority. She saved a 5 year old’s life!”
“Nikki represented me a year ago when I went through my divorce. She was a tremendous asset as she guided me through the complexities of the divorce process with strong commitment and compassion. She truly cared about my family, and worked tirelessly for great results. Today I consider her my friend.”
“I needed last minute attorney in moving out of state with children case. Even it was Christmas holiday time, Mrs. Jones was there for me and gave the best advice. I cannot thank her enough for helping me in one of the most stressful times in my life. She worked in a timely manner and was able to take on my case and got the job done. I would recommend her to anyone.”
“I hired Meagan to represent me in attempting to mediate for my son to attend a highly rated school upon my move to San Antonio. She was very upfront with my options and provided a lot of feedback on how to tackle this issue considering his father was not cooperating. She was a very hands on attorney and always kept me abreast of my case. She was always very encouraging and fought to the very end. She never gave up on me nor my case……”
“I worked with Nikki and Meagan on a custody issue. They were professional, thoughtful and kind. I would recommend them to anyone in need of a good lawyer.”
“A custody situation is no fun, but Meagan was a complete pro. She calmed me down when I was completely stressed out and she helped me come to a good outcome (in a very tough situation).”
“Meagan is an excellent attorney! She is professional and very knowledgeable with legal matters. I appreciate her truthfulness and diligence with solving my legal situation. Thank you Meagan!!”