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Our Team

Kiara Taite, Esq.

Ms. Taite was raised in and currently resides in Pascagoula, MS. She graduated from Pascagoula High School in 2007 and went on to complete both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science in Sociology at Mississippi State University in Starkville, MS. Realizing that she wanted to use her skills and knowledge to help people, particularly people from African-American and other underserved communities, in ways that empowered them and provided justice, Ms. Taite signed up for law school and obtained a Juris Doctorate and a Graduate Diploma in Comparative Law from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA in April 2016.

After passing the Mississippi Bar Exam and becoming a licensed attorney in Fall 2016, for five years, Ms. Taite worked for underserved communities, providing legal representation for those in need of estate planning advice and help with Wills and Powers of Attorney, seeking assistance with expunging their criminal background records, facing foreclosure and evictions, experiencing housing discrimination, and seeking to redevelop their communities and provide affordable housing.

Outside of her work life, Ms. Taite loves to spend time with her young daughter, family, and friends. She is a parishioner at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Pascagoula and has been active in civic and political life in Jackson County, Mississippi. 

Attorney

Kristen Buchanan

Legal Assistant

Kristen is a dedicated legal assistant with a passion for justice, community, and the preservation of family legacies. A proud native of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, she was shaped by the warmth and resilience of the South — values that continue to guide her professional purpose and personal character.

Kristen pursued her undergraduate studies at the University of Southern Mississippi, where she sought a degree in Psychology. Her academic background instilled in her a deep empathy for people and a nuanced understanding of human behavior — both of which have proven invaluable in her legal career. The ability to listen, connect, and advocate for others has always been at the heart of who she is.

Kristen brings professionalism, care, and meticulous attention to detail to every client she serves. In 2023, she became a commissioned Notary Public, further expanding her ability to support clients with important legal documents and transactions.

Outside of the office, Kristen is a creative entrepreneur and devoted family woman. She channels her artistic spirit into designing custom party décor, blogging, and creating art designs — passions that reflect her eye for beauty and her entrepreneurial drive. Above all, she cherishes the time she spends with her husband, children, family, and friends, drawing energy and joy from every moment shared with the people she loves most.