Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Estate Planning & Probate Services in Austin
Since 1991, our firm has been dedicated to helping families plan for and protect their loved ones through comprehensive legal solutions. We approach estate planning with an educational, proactive mindset, tailoring each clients plan to their unique needs, values, and life circumstances. Our services are delivered at transparent flat fees, with complimentary triennial reviews to ensure plans remain up-to-date as laws, family dynamics, and assets evolve. We offer specialized expertise in pre- and postnuptial agreements, trust administration, guardianship, and asset protection, serving diverse familiesincluding high-net-worth individuals, blended families, and those with special-needs dependents.Our team maintains active communication post-planning to inform clients of legal changes that may impact their strategies. With offices in Austin and the Highland Lakes region, we combine decades of experience, board-certified expertise in probate law, and a commitment to client education through accessible, jargon-free resources. Our Highland Lakes office, established in 1995, reflects our dedication to community engagement and personalized service for Central Texas families.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Guardianship
Asset Protection
Trust Management
Prenuptial Agreements
Special-Needs Planning
Nursing Home Medicaid
Business Succession
Pet Legacy Planning
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Board-certified expertise in estate planning and probate law with decades of Texas-focused experience
- Transparent flat-fee pricing with complimentary triennial plan reviews
- Proactive client education through accessible, jargon-free resources
- Specialized services for blended families, special-needs beneficiaries, and business succession planning
- Active community engagement and local office presence in Central Texas
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Services
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate planning creates customized strategies to preserve assets and clarify succession. We draft wills, trusts, and directives that reflect individual family dynamics while minimizing tax exposure. Ongoing reviews ensure documents adapt to legal and personal changes.
Probate Administration
We guide executors through Texas probate requirements, handling asset valuation, creditor claims, and distribution. Our approach prioritizes efficiency while maintaining compliance with court procedures and state-specific exemptions for surviving families.
Guardianship Planning
We establish legal frameworks for managing affairs during incapacitation through durable powers of attorney and medical directives. Our solutions protect decision-making authority while respecting client autonomy and family roles.
Special-Needs Trusts
These trusts secure long-term care and financial support for beneficiaries with disabilities without affecting eligibility for public benefits. We coordinate legal, financial, and caregiving resources to maintain quality of life.
Business Succession
We help business owners plan leadership transitions through buy-sell agreements and ownership transfer strategies. Our plans protect company assets while ensuring continuity across generations or key personnel changes.
People
Dick Terrell Brown
Board-Certified Estate Planning Attorney
With 30+ years in estate law and board certification in probate, Dick Brown leads our Austin office. He combines technical expertise with a client-centered approach, focusing on practical solutions for complex family and business scenarios.
Charles L. Chuck Lacallade
Managing Attorney, Highland Lakes Office
Chuck Lacallade has served Central Texas families since 1995. A licensed Texas attorney with engineering and corporate law background, he specializes in personalized estate solutions for residents of Burnet and Llano Counties.
Questions
What does your estate planning process involve?
We begin by understanding your unique family dynamics and financial goals through personalized consultations. We then create customized legal documents—including wills, trusts, and directives—delivered at transparent flat fees. Ongoing checkups ensure your plan adapts to life and legal changes.
Can you help with probate administration?
Yes, we guide executors and beneficiaries through Texas probate processes, including asset identification, debt settlement, and distribution. Our experience reduces administrative complexity while ensuring compliance with state-specific requirements.
How do you handle special-needs beneficiaries?
We design tailored trusts that provide for loved ones with disabilities without jeopardizing government benefits. Our plans address lifetime care coordination and long-term financial security for special-needs individuals.
What are your office locations?
We serve clients from two locations: our Austin office and our Highland Lakes office in Kingsland. Additional services are available through virtual consultations across Texas.
Do you offer ongoing legal support?
Yes, clients receive complimentary triennial plan reviews and regular updates on estate law changes. We maintain open communication to address evolving needs and ensure your documents remain current.
