Top Legal Services in Richmond TX

Estate planning protects your assets and provides for your family according to your wishes. Our attorneys prepare wills, trusts, powers of attorney, medical directives, and other documents that form a complete estate plan tailored to your family's needs.

Many clients wonder if they need a trust. The answer depends on your assets, family situation, and goals. Trusts can help avoid probate, protect assets from creditors, provide for minor children or family members with special needs, and reduce estate taxes. We explain your options clearly and recommend solutions based on your specific circumstances.

For clients with aging parents or their own long-term care concerns, our elder law services address long-term care arrangements, guardianship matters, and protection against financial exploitation. A solid estate plan prevents family disputes, reduces administrative costs, and speeds the transfer of assets to your beneficiaries.

For families with significant assets, complex holdings, or interests that span multiple generations, standard planning tools often fall short. Our high net worth estate planning addresses federal estate tax exposure, business succession, sophisticated trust structures, and long-term wealth preservation, protecting substantial estates and passing them to the next generation according to your wishes.

Probate administration requires careful attention to Texas statutes and court procedures. When someone dies, their estate must go through probate unless all assets were held in trust or passed by beneficiary designation. We guide executors and administrators through every step, from filing the initial application through final distribution of assets.

Disputes sometimes arise during probate. Will contests challenge the validity of a will based on lack of capacity, undue influence, fraud, or improper execution. Executors and trustees owe fiduciary duties to beneficiaries. When they breach these duties through self-dealing, mismanagement, or failure to account properly, our breach of fiduciary duty representation holds fiduciaries accountable and recovers damages for beneficiaries harmed by improper conduct.

We handle both independent administrations, which require minimal court supervision, and dependent administrations that need ongoing court approval. Texas law imposes strict deadlines for filing contests, so swift action is essential when you suspect problems with a will or estate administration.

When an estate includes substantial assets, multiple properties, business interests, or contested claims, probate demands more than routine court filings. Our high net worth probate attorneys guide executors, heirs, and beneficiaries of large, complex Texas estates through the full court process, from asset valuation and creditor claims to will contests and breach of fiduciary duty disputes.

Personal injury cases hold negligent parties accountable and recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. We handle motor vehicle accidents, premises liability claims, product liability cases, and other injury matters caused by someone else's carelessness or wrongful conduct.

One area receiving increased attention involves church, clergy, and laity sexual abuse. Survivors of abuse face unique challenges when seeking justice against religious organizations. We handle these sensitive cases with discretion and determination, pursuing claims against abusers and the institutions that enabled or covered up abuse.

Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts by disputing liability, questioning injury severity, or offering quick settlements before victims understand the full extent of their damages. Our attorneys negotiate from a position of strength and take cases to trial when fair settlements can't be reached. Texas law imposes a two-year deadline for most personal injury claims, though exceptions exist. Waiting too long can bar your claim permanently.

Our business law practice serves entrepreneurs and established companies throughout their business lifecycle. We handle business startups and transactions, including entity formation, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and purchase or sale transactions.

Protecting intellectual property matters for businesses of all sizes. Our copyrights and trademarks services include registration, licensing, enforcement, and defense against infringement claims. Whether you're protecting a brand name, logo, creative work, or product design, proper registration provides legal advantages if disputes arise.

Business disputes require practical solutions that preserve business relationships when possible and protect your interests when compromise isn't feasible. Our commercial and contract litigation practice handles breach of contract claims, business torts, and other commercial disputes. When business partners or shareholders can't resolve their differences, partnership and shareholder litigation addresses disputes over management decisions, profit distribution, breach of fiduciary duties, and business dissolution.

Real estate law encompasses transactions, disputes, and regulatory matters affecting property owners and businesses. We handle residential and commercial purchases and sales, lease negotiations, title disputes, boundary issues, easement matters, and property development concerns.

Real estate transactions require careful review of contracts, title commitments, surveys, and financing documents. Missing problems during due diligence can result in costly disputes after closing. We identify issues before they become problems and negotiate solutions that protect your interests. Property disputes with neighbors, tenants, or buyers often involve boundary disagreements, easement rights, restrictive covenants, or contract breaches. These matters benefit from prompt legal attention before positions harden.

Not every legal matter fits neatly into one practice area. Our general litigation services address civil disputes of all types, from simple contract disagreements to complex multi-party cases requiring extensive discovery and expert testimony.

Litigation begins with careful case evaluation. We assess the strengths and weaknesses of your position, estimate potential outcomes, and develop strategy based on your goals. Some cases settle quickly through negotiation. Others require aggressive litigation through trial and appeal. Texas courts follow specific procedures and deadlines that must be met to preserve your rights. We handle all procedural requirements while keeping you informed of case developments and strategic decisions.

Protecting your brand and creative work requires more than filing paperwork. It requires an attorney who understands how intellectual property connects to your broader business goals. We help business owners register trademarks, respond to infringement, and resolve disputes that threaten their market position. Whether you are protecting a company name, a product design, or original content, we handle the legal process so you can stay focused on running your business.

Intellectual property matters often intersect with other business legal needs, from partnership agreements to business startups to commercial litigation. Because we handle a broad range of business law matters, we can address your copyright or trademark questions in the context of your full legal picture, not just as a standalone filing.

When a dispute reaches a standstill, mediation gives both sides a way to resolve it without putting the outcome in the hands of a judge or jury. Showalter Colgin & Davis, PLLC provides certified mediation services for personal injury claims, eminent domain disputes, business conflicts, real estate disagreements, estate and probate matters, and civil litigation. Sessions are private, confidential, and focused on reaching agreements that work for everyone at the table.

Our attorneys also represent clients during mediation, helping you prepare your position, evaluate settlement offers, and protect your interests throughout the process. Whether you need a mediator or representation in an upcoming session, our team is ready to help.