Attorneys

Tiffani R. Hawes

Managing Attorney / Closing Attorney

Tiffani R. Hawes

Tiffani R. Hawes graduated from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School in December 2013. Prior and during law school Mrs. Hawes worked as a real estate paralegal for more than eight years. During this time, Mrs. Hawes gained the knowledge and skills necessary to open The Hawes Law Firm, LLC, which specializes in real estate closings.

Kiersten S. Mathews

Closing Attorney

Kiersten S. Mathews

Kiersten S. Mathews is a graduate of Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School. Kiersten started in family law where she specializes in child support modifications, legitimation, divorces and other domestic relations disputes. But she found her passion in real estate after accompany The Hawes Law Firm owner, Tiffani Hawes, in a closing and enjoyed the process. Since then, she has devoted her full attention to real estate closings.

Cecilly C. Shelton Esq.

Counsel

Cecilly C. Shelton Esq.

Cecilly C. Shelton Esq. serves as Of Counsel to The Hawes Law Firm. She has practiced law for over 17 years in real estate closings, real property planning, litigation and mortgage foreclosure. Cecilly aims for simple fees, good counsel, clear communication and a smooth finish for all parties to a transaction or case. She has also been relationship counsel for clients such as the federal government, “big five” national banks, mortgage lenders, local businesses, families and individuals.

Sharna Ettinoffe

Closing Attorney

Sharna Ettinoffe

Sharna S. Ettinoffe is a native of The Commonwealth of Dominica, British West Indies but spent most of her formative years in Toronto, Canada. In 2013, Ms. Ettinoffe began practicing Residential Real Estate Law, and joined the Hawes Law Firm team as Of Counsel in 2018.

Stephanie Moss, ESQ

Stephanie Moss, a graduate of Suffolk University law school in Boston, Massachusetts. She has performed over 750 closings. She is an owner of a boutique law firm, Moss Law Group where she specializes in transactional law, intellectual property real estate, simple estate planning and entertainment law matters.

Ellakisha S. O’Kelley, ESQ

Ellakisha S. O’Kelley, ESQ serves as Of Counsel to The Hawes Law Firm. She received her Juris Doctorate from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School and Bachelor of Science in Criminology from The University of South Carolina. She decided to begin her law journey in 2012 after retiring from her career as a professional U.S. track athlete. In 2017, she opened her legal practice and took her experiential knowledge in contracts and intellectual property security and combined it with her legal expertise to empower individuals through ownership protection. She has served hundreds of clients in sports, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and real estate. As licensed Realtor® and closing attorney her aim is to bring a relatable, knowledgeable, and enjoyable experience to the closing table.

Brittany Jones, ESQ

Brittany Jones serves as Of Counsel to The Hawes Law Firm. As an Atlanta native, Ms. Jones obtained her bachelor’s degree from Georgia State University and her Juris Doctor degree from Ohio Northern University. She holds admissions in the Superior Court of Georgia, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of Georgia. She has been practicing law since 2018 and looks forward to what is ahead. To date, Ms. Jones has closed over 3,000 real estate transactions and has a team of dedicated partners ready to assist in your real estate needs.

Osebolulu Omo-Abu, ESQ

Ose Omo-Abu is Of Counsel at The Hawes Law Firm specializing in real estate and business law. She is also the founder of The Numbers Law Firm, focusing on business disputes, trademarks, contracts, and real estate transactions. With extensive experience in both residential and commercial real estate, Ose is dedicated to providing strategic legal solutions for entrepreneurs, investors, and developers.

Antoinette Thomas, ESQ

Antoinette Thomas is a graduate of North Carolina Central University School of Law, where she also earned a Master's in Business Administration. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida. With over a decade of experience as a licensed attorney, Antoinette has practiced in a variety of legal areas, including criminal prosecution, insurance defense, and real estate law. In addition to her legal career, she is also a Realtor in the Metro Atlanta area. Antoinette is passionate about helping others and enjoys educating people on state laws and the home buying and selling process.

Brittany Manuel, ESQ

Brittany Manuel, Esq. serves as Of Counsel to The Hawes Law Firm and is a proud graduate of Georgia State University. In addition to her legal background, she is a Certified Public Accountant with over a decade of experience working with several Fortune 500 companies. With her combined legal and financial background, Brittany is well-equipped to guide you and your clients through every stage of the real estate process.