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A Legacy of Experience in Estate Planning & Business Succession

Smith & Hammond, P.C. empowers clients throughout Texas to safeguard their legacies and ensure the continuity of their families and businesses. With over 55 years of combined experience, our team of dedicated attorneys understands the complexities of estate planning and business succession, offering comprehensive legal guidance tailored to each client's unique needs.

Comprehensive Estate Planning Services

For individuals, we meticulously craft estate plans that address your specific concerns. Whether you are focusing on wealth preservation, asset protection, or ensuring the smooth transfer of wealth to loved ones, our services encompass:

• Preparation of wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents
• Review and updating existing estate documents to ensure their effectiveness
• Tax minimization strategies for minimizing state and federal estate taxes
• Probate guidance and support

Strategic Business Succession Planning

For entrepreneurs and business owners, we help establish sustainable practices for the future. Our services include:

• Development of comprehensive succession plans for family-owned businesses
• Implementation of key employee retention strategies
• Drafting and negotiating Buy-Sell Agreements to ensure a smooth transition of ownership
• Succession planning specifically tailored for closely held corporations

Focused Expertise for Diverse Clients

Our diverse team understands that every client's circumstances are unique. We take the time to understand your individual goals, concerns, and financial situation to develop tailored solutions. We regularly address complex trust and estate issues, while achieving significant federal tax savings for our clients.

Committed to Client Success

Building trusted relationships with our clients is paramount at Smith & Hammond, P.C. We value open communication, personalized service, and fostering strong relationships that extend far beyond the transactional nature of legal services. Our client satisfaction is evidenced by the high volume of referrals we receive from trusted financial advisors and long-term client relationships.