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Your Trusted Tax and Business Law Partner in Southlake, TX
At Newsom Law Firm, we combine decades of legal expertise with personalized service to deliver exceptional value to families and businesses. Founded by Chris Newsom, a Board Certified Tax Law specialist since 2005, our practice integrates advanced tax knowledge with practical business acumen. With an LL.M. in Taxation from SMU Law and prior experience at prestigious law firms and Big Four accounting firms, we provide strategic counsel on federal tax planning, business transactions, estate planning, and nonprofit organization formation.Our approach balances rigorous technical analysis with client-focused solutions, ensuring tax-efficient outcomes for mergers, acquisitions, entity formations, and complex tax controversies. Located in Southlake, Texas, we serve clients across Dallas-Fort Worth and surrounding counties, offering transparent pricing and direct access to experienced legal professionals.
Services
Business Transactions
Estate Planning
Tax Planning & Controversy
Non-Profit Organizations
Highlights and features
- We offer Board Certified Tax Law expertise since 2005
- Our attorney holds an advanced tax law degree from SMU Law
- We combine Big Four accounting experience with personalized service
- We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- We serve clients across 5+ Texas counties with local knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Excellent results
Very reasonable fees
Prompt responses
Services
Business Transactions
We provide comprehensive legal guidance for business transactions, including entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, and contract negotiations. Our tax-focused approach ensures optimal structuring for C corporations, S corporations, LLCs, and partnerships. With experience in shareholder agreements, asset purchases, and business tax planning, we help clients navigate complex transactions while minimizing tax exposure and regulatory risks.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create tailored solutions for asset distribution, guardianship planning, and tax-efficient wealth transfer. We draft wills, trusts, and advanced directives while addressing unique family dynamics like blended families. Through strategic partition agreements and gift tax planning, we ensure clients maintain control over their legacy while complying with Texas intestacy laws and minimizing probate complications.
Tax Planning & Controversy
We specialize in federal and state tax planning, audit representation, and dispute resolution. Our services cover IRS collections, innocent spouse requests, and complex tax research for individuals and professionals. With expertise in Texas franchise tax and property tax matters, we develop proactive strategies to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations.
Non-Profit Organizations
We guide nonprofit organizations through entity formation, tax-exempt status applications, and ongoing compliance requirements. Our experience spans private schools, community organizations, and scientific foundations, handling EIN acquisition, IRS determination letters, and state tax exemptions. We provide continuous advisory services to maintain tax compliance while supporting organizational mission objectives.
People
Chris G. Newsom
Attorney
Board Certified Tax Law specialist with 20+ years of experience in business transactions and estate planning. Holds an LL.M. in Taxation from SMU Law and accounting degree from Baylor University. Former Big Four accountant and attorney at prominent Texas law firms, now providing personalized legal solutions in Southlake.
Questions
What areas of law does Newsom Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on tax law, business transactions, estate planning, and nonprofit organization services with specialized expertise in tax-efficient structuring and compliance.
How can the firm help with business tax planning?
We provide comprehensive tax planning for business entities, including entity selection, S corporation elections, and transaction tax analysis to minimize liabilities.
What estate planning documents do you typically prepare?
We create wills, trusts, financial powers of attorney, and healthcare directives tailored to individual family needs and tax considerations.
Do you represent clients during IRS audits?
Yes, we provide audit representation and develop resolution strategies for IRS collections, innocent spouse requests, and tax controversies.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex including Southlake, Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and surrounding Texas counties.
