EXCLUSIVE: FOREVER LEGAL ANNOUNCES ATTORNEY A’RENICA MUMFORD AS FIRM CUSTODIAN ATTORNEY

FOREVER LEGAL proudly announces that Attorney A’renica Mumford has accepted the role of Custodian Attorney for the firm. This appointment reflects the firm’s continued commitment to excellence, preparedness, and the highest standard of client care.

Attorney Mumford is a graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University and finished at the top of her class. She brings both law firm and in-house counsel experience, along with a reputation for integrity, professionalism, and faith-driven leadership that aligns with the values and mission of FOREVER LEGAL.

WHAT A CUSTODIAN ATTORNEY MEANS UNDER TEXAS BAR STANDARDS

Texas has established procedures to protect clients and ensure continuity of legal services if an attorney becomes unable to practice due to unexpected circumstances such as disability, incapacity, or death.

Under Part XIII of the Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure, attorneys are permitted to voluntarily designate a qualified Texas attorney to serve as a custodian attorney. This role exists to ensure that client interests remain protected and that legal matters are handled responsibly in the event of an unforeseen transition.

A custodian attorney helps maintain order, confidentiality, and professionalism, ensuring that clients are not left without direction or support during critical moments.

KEY TASKS OF A CUSTODIAN ATTORNEY

Under Texas disciplinary procedure, a custodian attorney may be responsible for:

• Examining client matters and records to determine what requires attention
• Notifying clients, courts, and relevant parties of the attorney’s cessation of practice
• Assisting clients in obtaining new counsel or facilitating orderly transitions
• Securing the proper disposition of client files, records, and client property
• Supporting the ethical administration of a law practice when necessary

These responsibilities are essential to preserving client rights, confidentiality, and continuity of representation.

A COMMITMENT TO CLIENT PROTECTION AND SUCCESSION PLANNING

At FOREVER LEGAL, client service extends beyond the present moment. The firm believes in planning with intention, building with integrity, and ensuring that every client is protected through proactive legal structure and foresight.

Attorney Mumford’s appointment as Custodian Attorney underscores the firm’s dedication to professionalism, stability, and long-term client protection.

A MESSAGE TO BUSINESS OWNERS

Business owners are encouraged to take succession planning seriously, not only within their companies but also within their legal infrastructure. Continuity matters. Protection matters. Planning ahead is essential.

If you do not yet have a business succession plan or legal structure in place to protect your legacy, FOREVER LEGAL invites you to book a consultation.

Attorney A’renica Mumford’s appointment reinforces our mission to serve clients with excellence, foresight, and unwavering commitment.

An official press release be featured on the FOREVER LEGAL website soon.

LEARN MORE

• Texas Rules of Disciplinary Procedure (Part XIII, Custodian Attorney)
• Texas Bar Practice Management: Designating a Custodian Attorney
• Read a letter from Attorney Tiara to Attorney A’renica on the firm’s instagram along with a FOREVER LEGAL styled photoshoot of the two attorneys.

Read more about Attorney A’renica Mumford

A’renica Mumford, Esq. is an accomplished corporate attorney with experience advising businesses across the energy, retail, and commercial sectors on complex legal, regulatory, and risk-management matters. She currently serves as Legal Counsel at Sunoco LP, where she is scaling back on overseeing corporate litigation, managing high-value commercial real estate transactions, and drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply and fuel contracts, software licenses, NDAs, and vendor agreements, to focus on supporting the branded fuel team at Sunoco, LP.

In her role, A’renica provides strategic legal guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual provisions, brand requirements, franchise law, and retail operations, including convenience store and fuel operations. She regularly advises Human Resources on employment and personnel issues and leads legal support for labor disputes, premises liability matters, and regulatory compliance. Her practice is grounded in aligning legal strategy with business objectives while mitigating operational and financial risk.

Prior to her current role, A’renica practiced as an associate attorney handling corporate matters and business disputes, where she assisted clients with entity formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and contract negotiation. She has also served as in-house counsel overseeing compliance, labor and employment matters, and government relations, as well as practiced in a large law firm environment, focusing on general liability and commercial litigation.

A’renica earned her Juris Doctor, summa cum laude, from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, holds an MBA, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. She is licensed to practice law in Texas and New Jersey and is known for her practical, business-minded approach to legal problem-solving.

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