Team

Jason DeSouza
Founder
I am the firm’s founder and lead trial attorney. I founded this firm on the principle that people injured because of someone else’s carelessness deserve aggressive representation. I have a proven track record in court, prevailing against some of the largest insurance companies and corporations in the United States and worldwide, on the simple idea that I will get the best settlement for you based on your injuries or I will try your case to a jury. I charge no fees or expenses unless we collect money on your behalf.The firm is focused exclusively on personal injury litigation and we represent clients injured in the oilfield, injured by 18 wheelers or company vehicles, and those injured by slip and falls.
Jessica DeSouza
Chief Financial Officer, Chief Marketing Officer
Jessica was born and raised in Michigan and earned a Masters of Non-Profit Management from North Park University.  She spent 10 ½ years working in non-profits raising over $10 million dollars, leading fundraising events, and managing volunteers.  In 2022 she stepped away from her role in the non-profit sector to join her husband’s law firm as the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Financial Officer.

Jason and Jessica have two children, Jett and Brennan, and four dogs, Moo, Friday, Rocco and Sparkles.  They spend much of their free time travelling and discovering new places or at games and rehearsals.
Lucas Williams
Trial Attorney
Lucas Williams is a native and lifelong Texan that graduated from Texas A&M University at the age of 19. He then attended SMU Law in Dallas, Texas where he was the youngest person in his law school class and graduated at the age of 22. He has tried numerous cases to trial and thoroughly enjoys being a trial lawyer.

Currently, Lucas Williams lives in San Antonio, Texas with his wife and two dogs.Lucas Williams relentlessly pursues justice so that, together, we can work towards holding the ones at fault accountable and righting the wrong.
Nathan Robinson
Trial Attorney
After graduating from Trinity University in San Antonio,Texas, with a double major in Psychology and Communications, Nathan attended a dual degree program outside Chicago specializing in Psycho-legal studies,and earned his Master's in Psychology as well as his Law Degree at the same time.  Since passing the Texas Bar in 2010, he has applied that training solely to advocating and representing over 1000 injured parties in personal injury litigation. More recently, Nathan has honed his practice to focus largely on commercial trucking cases.
Jorge Alvarez
Trial Attorney
Jorge graduated from BYU Law School in Provo, Utah in 2017 and began his career practicing personal injury litigation in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jorge focused his practice primarily on representing injured victims against large corporations, including trucking companies, casinos, and major hotel/resorts in motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, and premises liability litigation. Jorge has tried many cases to verdict and obtained seven-figure results for his clients.

Prior to graduating from law school, Jorge worked in the insurance field in San Antonio, Texas which has equipped him to understand all aspects in a case dealing with insurance and personal injury claims.

Jorge is a native Spanish-speaker from Ecuador and recently relocated to San Antonio Texas to be closer to family.
J. Scott Frederick
Of Counsel
Scott began his career in Beaumont, Texas near his hometown of Groves, Texas, representing defendants in lawsuits brought by those injured due to another’s alleged negligence. After representing defendants for seven years, Scott moved to Corpus Christi and began representing individuals that need guidance and counsel in an effort to obtain the compensation they deserve after being injured due to a company’s or individual’s negligent acts.Scott enjoys representing the individuals and leveling the playing field when an insurance company refuses to fairly and justly compensate the individual. Scott eventually moved back home to continue representing individuals against those that caused injuries. He enjoys traveling the State of Texas assisting Jason DeSouza in his dogged and persistent pursuit of justice on behalf of injured individuals.
John Riley
Of Counsel
John was born and raised in Texas.  He earned his BA from the University of Texas in Austin and his JD from St. Mary’s University School of Law.  Other licenses he currently holds are by the Texas Supreme Court, the U.S. District Court and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. Because of his unique background and experience with Oil & Gas Law, John assists Jason DeSouza on all oil field injury cases.  In addition to his vast array of professional achievements he greatly enjoys spending time with his family and taking his boat out on the lake.  He is an avid bike rider and loves to hit the ski slopes in Colorado.
Michelle Roberson
Chief of Staff, Commercial Case Manager
I have worked in the legal field for 12 years, earning experience in criminal and family law. After earning my paralegal certificate I worked at the Office of the Attorney General, I then spent 6 years working with troubled youths in the Juvenile Justice System.

I am a co-owner of a non profit organization that was founded on assisting children with cancer and has reached to organizing with local businesses to assist families in times of crisis. I enjoy traveling and immersing myself in different cultures, I look forward to road trips and exploring the off beaten path. I am always seeking the next adventure.
Lesley Bedingfield
LVN, Medical Progression Specialist
Lesley has been an LVN for 18 years.  Prior to working at DeSouza Injury Lawyers she spent 14 years in corrections helping adults and juveniles.

In her free time Lesley likes to spend time with her husband of 20 years and her six children.
Mirtha Lilly Mendoza
Paralegal
Mirtha Lilly has been working in the legal field for 4 years. She holds a Criminal Justice degree from Auburn University at Montgomery, along with a Paralegal Certificate from their ABA approved Legal Studies program. She is originally from Sabinas, Coahuila, Mexico and speaks fluent Spanish.

Mirtha is passionate about helping her community and advocating for all clients. She enjoys spending time with her dog, Chanel, and traveling to Mexico to visit her family.
Shelly Cantu
Paralegal
Shelly brings a broad depth of experience in the provision of paralegal support and specializes in personal injury work, and also has experience in family, real estate, and criminal law. She has significant experience in all aspects of the litigation process. She graduated in 2004 with a Paralegal Degree from Texas A&M International.Prior to working for DeSouza Law, Shelly worked as a Litigation Paralegal for the Law Offices of Thomas J. Henry and has also worked for Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) as an Intelligence Research Analyst.Shelly is originally from Freer, Duval County, Texas and now lives in San Antonio, Texas. She enjoys traveling and spending time with family.
Sara Gonzalez
Paralegal
A law graduate by academics, it doesn’t come as a surprise that Sara chose Personal Injury as her professional domain, having personally gone through the agony of losing a loved one in a devastating car crash, pretty early in life. She joined DeSouza Law PC. in June 2019, grateful that she has been given an opportunity to contribute in her own small way to make a huge difference in many deserving lives.

Other than her love for music and books, she loves her long meditative walks, and connecting with people.
David Martinez
Firm Administrator
David has worked in the legal field for 20 years all across the great state of Texas. From Corpus Christi, Houston to San Antonio. David has gone from working with an insurance defense law firm to currently working with personal injury attorneys.

Among the many leisure activities, David enjoys watching his favorite Texas sports teams and spending time with family and friends.
Carmen Rivera
Discovery Specialist
Carmen has worked in the legal field for 8 years.She holds an associate’s degree in Paralegal studies.She was born and raised in SanAntonio, TX. She is actively working on obtaining her Paralegal Certification.She is a mother to 2 boys and 1 girl.  
Ethan Bedingfield
Discovery Specialist
Ethan was born and raised in the small town of Jourdanton, Texas. Prior to working for DeSouza Injury Lawyers, Ethan worked as a contracted corrections officer for Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Along with traveling, Ethan enjoys his free time watching the Cincinnati Bengals and spending time with friends and family.
Alison Gentry
Compliance Paralegal
Alison has worked in the legal field for 4 years. She has an Associate’s degree in general studies and has a passion for helping others. She has experience in consumer bankruptcy law, Social Security Disability law, and personal injury. Originally from Pensacola, Florida, Alison has been in Texas for almost 2 years. She has grown to love all that makes Texas unique. When not at work, Alison enjoys spending time with her husband and golden retriever, Luna. They love to go on adventures to new places whenever the opportunity arises.
Elma Benavides
Assistant
I’m a person that loves people, working and traveling. My biggest fault is that I love love love shopping!

I’m always ready to help others. I worked for AT&T for over 40 years and loved every minute of it.
Jennifer Lester
Content Writer
Jennifer Lester is a content writer and social media strategist who utilizes the power of storytelling to help organizations connect with their audiences. She's been featured in BizWomen for her work and recognized on International Women's Day by one of the leading freelance job platforms in the world. Jennifer is a graduate of Texas A&M University, an avid trail runner, and mom to three energetic boys.

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