Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Planning & Asset Protection Attorneys in Austin
Thrash, Carroll & Sanchez Law Group has served Austin and the Lake Travis area for over 20 years, specializing in estate planning, asset protection, and probate law. Our team includes attorneys board-certified by The Texas Board of Legal Specialization, with combined experience exceeding 60 years. We create personalized estate plans using wills, trusts, LLCs, and other business entities to address the unique needs of families, including those with special needs members.Our practice emphasizes proactive planning to secure clients' legacies while navigating complex legal frameworks. We serve communities including Lakeway, Bee Cave, Georgetown, and Round Rock, prioritizing client education and long-term financial security. Our attorneys have guided families through probate processes with professionalism and compassion, earning consistent positive feedback for their responsiveness and expertise.
Services
Estate Planning
Asset Protection
Probate Administration
Business Formation
Special Needs Planning
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Board-certified attorneys with 60+ years of combined experience in estate law
- Specialized planning for families with children with special needs
- Proven track record guiding clients through complex probate processes
- Local expertise serving Austin and surrounding Central Texas communities
- Personalized approach combining wills, trusts, and business entities
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Grace and professionalism
Successful outcomes
Attentive and easy to talk to
Worry-free estate issues
Compassionate process explanation
Services
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans using wills, trusts, and advanced legal instruments to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our attorneys help clients navigate complex inheritance laws while minimizing tax liabilities. With over 20 years of local experience, we provide comprehensive strategies for families and business owners across Central Texas.
Asset Protection
Our firm specializes in defensive estate planning to safeguard clients' financial legacies through LLCs, trusts, and business entities. We develop tailored strategies to protect assets from potential creditors while ensuring smooth intergenerational transfers. This service addresses retirement security, business succession, and long-term family financial stability for Austin-area residents.
Probate Administration
We guide executors through Texas probate processes, handling will validation, debt settlement, and asset distribution. Our team streamlines court requirements while maintaining family privacy. With decades of combined experience, we resolve complex estate matters efficiently for clients in Lakeway, Georgetown, and surrounding communities.
Business Formation
We assist entrepreneurs in establishing LLCs, corporations, and partnerships with optimal tax and liability protections. Our services include drafting operating agreements and advising on succession planning. This strategic approach helps Central Texas business owners protect personal assets while ensuring operational continuity.
Special Needs Planning
We create specialized trusts and legal frameworks to secure long-term care for individuals with disabilities without jeopardizing government benefits. Our attorneys work closely with families to maintain financial stability while addressing unique healthcare and lifestyle needs across the client's lifetime.
People
Erin Thrash
Attorney
Board-certified in estate planning and probate law with The Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Erin brings extensive expertise in creating customized estate solutions for families across Central Texas.
Hazel A. Sanchez
Attorney
With decades of experience, Hazel specializes in asset protection strategies and business succession planning, helping clients preserve wealth while meeting complex legal requirements in Texas.
Mike Carroll
Attorney
Recognized for his thorough approach to estate law, Mike assists clients with cross-state transitions and complex probate matters, ensuring seamless legal solutions for families and businesses.
Questions
What documents are essential for basic estate planning?
A comprehensive estate plan typically includes a will, durable power of attorney, healthcare directives, and may incorporate trusts depending on your specific needs.
How does asset protection benefit business owners?
Asset protection strategies using LLCs and trusts separate personal and business assets, reducing liability risks while ensuring business continuity during ownership transitions.
What happens if someone dies without a will in Texas?
Texas intestacy laws determine asset distribution, which may not align with your wishes. Probate court oversees the process without your designated executor's authority.
Can I modify my estate plan after creation?
Yes, we recommend reviewing and updating plans every 3-5 years or after major life events like marriages, births, or significant asset changes.
How do special needs trusts work?
These trusts provide for individuals with disabilities without disqualifying them from government benefits, managed by appointed trustees according to your specified terms.
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