Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2022 
Theresa A. Clarke is a Houston, Texas-based attorney at Kean Miller who works with individuals and families to address important personal and financial decisions so their estate and long‑term care plans function as intended for the people who matter most.
Theresa’s practice focuses on Elder Law and Trusts and Estates, including estate planning, Medicaid planning, special needs planning, probate, and trust administration. She advises clients on planning strategies designed to support long‑term care needs, preserve family resources, and provide clear guidance for loved ones. Her work often includes helping clients create estate plans that reflect their wishes, provide for family members and charitable beneficiaries, and address the needs of individuals with disabilities through thoughtful planning tools.
As a Certified Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation, Theresa works with clients and families on matters involving long‑term care planning, guardianships, Medicaid eligibility, and Medicaid Estate Recovery. She also assists with special needs planning, including the creation and administration of private and pooled special needs trusts and ABLE accounts. Through estate and trust administration, she helps fiduciaries and families navigate probate and post‑death administration with practical guidance and attention to detail.
Before entering private practice, Theresa worked in trust administration for a Houston trust company, where she gained direct experience supporting fiduciaries and managing trust matters. This background informs her approach to estate planning and administration, allowing her to consider both the planning process and the practical realities that follow.
Earlier in her career, Theresa worked at The University of Texas at Austin managing statewide education initiatives. She also worked with the National Governors Association and served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Guinea, West Africa.
Theresa has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2022 in the practice areas of Elder Law and Trusts and Estates.
