Meet the Team
The Founders
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Caroline Grace Borck
Attorney
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Lauri E. Kitchen
Attorney
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David "Ricky" McDavid Jr.
Attorney
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Shelby Clayton Patterson
Attorney
The Team
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Morgan Ashley
Post-Closing Specialist
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Paige Bowser
Receptionist + Hospitality Coordinator
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Anna Coleman
Intake Coordinator
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Sheri C. Horton
Title Abstractor
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Emily S. McDavid
Title Curative + Pre-Closing Specialist
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William L. "Billy" Kline
Attorney
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Lauren Mine Smith
Notary Public + Closing Specialist
Caroline Grace Borck
Attorney
Caroline Grace Borck is a co-founder of Grace Land Title + Law, a boutique practice built on the belief that exceptional legal work and genuine hospitality should go hand in hand. Her work centers on real estate transactions and estate planning, where she guides clients through meaningful decisions with ease, intention, and a steady hand.
A Baton Rouge native and graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy, Caroline earned her Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans, with additional legal studies abroad in Vienna and Budapest. She has been practicing in real estate transactions and estate planning since 2010, developing a reputation for delivering a closing experience that feels not only seamless and precise, but warm, thoughtful, and deeply client-centered.
Caroline is proud to follow in the footsteps of her father, Michael A. Grace, Jr., founder of Commerce Title—one of Baton Rouge’s first locally owned title companies. He was her mentor and known for his integrity and deep relationships within the real estate community. Grace Land is named in his honor, carrying forward his legacy of care, trust, and lasting relationships.
At Grace Land, Caroline is part of a team committed to creating an environment where professionalism is paired with beauty, kindness, and care—ensuring every client feels both confident in the process and truly welcomed.
She lives in Baton Rouge with her husband, Nathan, their three children, Jim, Eloise, and Gus—and their very cute (but not especially bright) dog, Louie.
Lauri E. Kitchen
Attorney
Attorney Lauri Evans Kitchen has specialized in real estate transactions since 2005. She attended Louisiana Tech University and is a 2005 graduate of the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center. As an active member of the community, Lauri is a Chairman of the Architectural Committee for Copper Mill Golf, a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, the Rotary Club and is also a Phi Mu Alumnae.
Ricky McDavid
Attorney
Attorney Ricky McDavid has been practicing law since 2008. He graduated from Louisiana State University in 2005 and received his law degree from Southern University Law Center in 2008. His law practice began in 2008. As well as handling real estate transactions, Ricky specializes in successions and estate planning. He also provides legal advice for several local public entities such as the Zachary Community School Board.
Ricky is a native of Zachary, LA. He and his wife Raquel have two children, Trae and Bo
Shelby Clayton Patterson
Attorney
Shelby Clayton Patterson is a Louisiana attorney with nearly a decade of experience in real estate transactions, successions, estate planning, civil litigation, and family law. She earned her undergraduate degree from Southern University and A&M College before obtaining her Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center, where she was the youngest graduate in her law school class.
Since beginning her practice in 2017, Shelby has represented clients in both transactional and litigation matters. As a founding member of Grace Land & Title, she is passionate about creating a process where clients feel informed, valued, and confidently represented throughout each stage of their matter.
Outside of her professional life, Shelby enjoys spending time with her husband and three children. As the oldest of seven siblings, family has always played an important role in shaping her values and work ethic.
“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” — Proverbs 16:3
In Loving Memory of
Michael Grace
Michael Grace (1953-2022) spent almost 40 years as a title attorney closing commercial and residential real estate transactions.
Mike was a member of many organizations and served on many boards; most notably, he was the past President of both the Louisiana Land Title Association and the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance. He was a former board member of Iberville Bank, Habitat for Humanity, and A. Wilbert's Sons, L.L.C.
The impact Michael had on the real estate industry was immense and he is greatly missed by all.