Business Details
Dallas Probate & Estate Planning Lawyers
With over 25 years of legal expertise, our firm specializes in probate, estate planning, election law, and business transactions. Our founder, Matthew D. Sawyer, has served as a national election lawyer for major presidential campaigns and as health privacy law expert for a top-tier nonprofit. We apply a proprietary analytical methodology called the Value Process to deliver precise, client-focused solutions. Our practice combines frontier-inspired practicality with sophisticated legal strategy, prioritizing individual client needs in emotionally charged areas like probate and elder law.We emphasize clear communication, demystifying legal jargon to ensure clients fully understand their documents and rights. Our track record includes navigating complex probate cases across state lines and securing ballot access for national political campaigns.
Services
Elder Law
Probate
Election Law
Business Law
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in probate, election law, and business transactions
- Proprietary Value Process methodology ensures precise legal solutions
- Proven track record in high-value business transactions and national campaigns
- Personalized approach for emotionally sensitive legal matters
- Licensed in all Texas state courts and multiple federal jurisdictions
What people say
Professional yet easy to work with
Excellent work resolving estate issues
Best decision for family law case
Thorough research and problem-solving
Clear communication of legal documents
Services
Probate
Our probate services streamline estate administration through Texas's flexible legal framework. We employ affidavits of heirship and small estate affidavits to potentially avoid formal probate. When necessary, we guide families through streamlined proceedings while providing compassionate support during grieving periods. Our approach minimizes legal complexity while ensuring proper asset distribution.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans that prevent future probate complications. Our comprehensive approach includes wills, trusts, and powers of attorney tailored to individual circumstances. We emphasize clear documentation to prevent family disputes and ensure client wishes are honored through succession planning and asset protection strategies.
Election Law
With decades of national experience, we provide expert guidance on ballot access, campaign finance regulations, and constitutional law matters. Our services cover election law compliance for candidates across the political spectrum. We've secured ballot access for presidential campaigns and navigated complex FEC audits with successful outcomes.
Business Law
Our business law practice focuses on entity formation, contract negotiation, and succession planning. We audit business agreements, draft buy/sell arrangements, and develop liability protection strategies. The service emphasizes risk mitigation while maintaining operational flexibility for small to medium-sized enterprises.
Elder Law
We address legal needs for aging individuals including VA benefits, guardianship, and long-term care planning. Our approach combines legal protection with compassionate counsel to ensure dignified solutions. We help clients implement practical strategies that preserve assets while addressing healthcare and estate management needs.
People
Matthew D. Sawyer
Attorney and Counselor at Law
Licensed in all Texas state courts and multiple federal jurisdictions, Matthew has 25+ years of legal experience. He served as Reform Party general counsel, secured ballot access for presidential campaigns, and negotiated hundreds of high-value contracts for organizations like the American Heart Association. His practice combines national legal expertise with personalized client care.
Questions
What probate alternatives exist in Texas?
Texas law allows alternatives like affidavits of heirship and small estate affidavits to potentially avoid formal probate proceedings.
How does estate planning prevent family disputes?
Clear documentation through wills, trusts, and powers of attorney prevents misunderstandings and ensures your wishes are honored.
What election law services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive election law services including ballot access, campaign finance compliance, and constitutional law guidance.
How are business succession plans developed?
We create customized succession plans through entity audits, contract reviews, and liability protection strategies tailored to your business needs.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept Mastercard and Visa payments for our legal services through our secure online payment system.
