Filipino Community Events in Texas

Orlando is admitted and in good standing to practice in multiple courts, including: (1) State Courts of Texas; (2) State Courts of New York; (3) State Courts of Maryland; (4) State Courts of Tennessee; (5) United States Tax Court; (6) Executive Office for Immigration Review; and (7) United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Orlando obtained several degrees, including a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Houston Law Center, a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Finance from the University of Houston-Victoria, a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting from the University of Houston-Downtown, and an Associate (A.A.) in Business Administration from Eastfield College in Dallas, Texas. He also obtained his Juris Doctor (JD) and Pre-Law degrees from the University of Cordilleras. Orlando has 15 years of experience in various roles as a Tax Resolution Attorney, Tax Associate, Tax Specialist, Tax Analyst, Tax Consultant, Tax Advisor, and Tax Preparer. As a tax resolution attorney, Orlando helps individuals and businesses resolve tax problems with the IRS and state tax authorities. Tax issues can be incredibly stressful and can quickly become overwhelming, especially when you are facing large tax debts, audits, or penalties. Orlando's role is to provide guidance and support throughout the entire resolution process, ensuring that his clients achieve the best possible outcome. One of the most important aspects of Orlando's job is to stay up-to-date on the ever-changing tax laws and regulations related to estate taxes. This allows him to provide clients with the most current and effective strategies to minimize their tax liability. Orlando works closely with his clients to analyze their financial situation and develop a customized plan to minimize estate taxes while achieving their estate planning goals. In addition to tax resolution, Orlando also provides tax planning and compliance services to help his clients avoid future tax problems. This includes developing tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and advising his clients on the tax implications of business transactions. 

Aileen Ligot Dizon is the founder and managing partner of Ligot Dizon Law Firm, P.C. Aileen is admitted to practice before the: (1) State Courts of Texas; (2) United States Tax Court; (3) Executive Office for Immigration Review; (4) United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit; (5) United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas; (6) United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas; (7) United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas; and (8) the Philippines. Aileen was an educator at the Houston Independent School and Fort Bend Independent School District before becoming a full-time practicing Texas attorney. As to her education, Aileen obtained her Master of Laws (LL.M.) at the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in Dallas, Texas, her Master of Education (M.Ed.) at the University of Houston-Victoria, and completed her Teacher Alternative Certification Program (ACP) at the University of Houston-Downtown. Additionally, Aileen has obtained her J.D. degree and Pre-Law degree at the University of the Cordilleras School of Law and the University of the Philippines Baguio, respectively. As a divorce and family law attorney, Aileen has helped numerous clients navigate the challenges of divorce, marital property division, and Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR) such as child custody, visitation, and child support. She understands the emotional and financial impact of these matters and provides compassionate and personalized legal representation to her clients, always advocating for their best interests and working towards favorable resolutions. Aileen also has extensive experience in estate planning. She assists clients in creating comprehensive estate plans tailored to their specific needs and goals, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. Aileen understands the importance of protecting her clients' assets and ensuring that their wishes are carried out, and she provides diligent and strategic guidance in all aspects of estate planning. Aileen is well-versed in immigration law and provides counsel to clients on various immigration matters. She assists clients with family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, naturalization, and other immigration issues. Aileen stays up-to-date with the ever-changing immigration laws and regulations, and she is committed to helping her clients navigate the complex and often challenging immigration process.

Filipino Students Association is a student organization at the University of Texas, Austin.

The Filipino-American Accountants of Texas (FAATx) is an organization that promotes the professional education and economic viability of the individual members – accountants and certified public accountant. We provide continuing education, public awareness and interest in the profession, and mentorship of aspiring students and accountants to become certified public accountants. We are a member of National Council of Philippine American Canadian Accountants(NCPACA), the umbrella organization of Filipino accountants in North America. It is a council accountants’ association whose regular members are professional accountants of Philippine ancestry. FAATx facilitates the exchange of knowledge and information within our community. We connect our members to each other and to other NCPACA chapters or affiliate members, to provide the opportunity to meet, discuss and report on professional licensing and accounting policies and issues affecting the members in public and private practice as well as those employed in various industries and in government.

We are the Philippine Association of Beaumont Texas (PABT), a passionate community organization dedicated to preserving Filipino heritage, supporting local initiatives, and fostering a sense of belonging among Filipinos in Southeast Texas. Through our events, projects, and volunteer efforts, we aim to strengthen cultural bonds, empower individuals, and make a positive impact both here and abroad. Our mission is to elevate and empower the Filipino community in Southeast Texas. With a steadfast dedication to advocacy and community engagement, we have forged a proud legacy of positive impact and meaningful change. Through collaborative efforts and unwavering commitment, we remain steadfast in our pursuit of progress, continuously striving to uplift and empower our community through diverse initiatives and enduring partnerships.