Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Amarillo, TX
Founded in 1990 by four partners from Amarillo's largest law firm, Sprouse Shrader Smith PC has grown into a multidisciplinary legal practice with nearly 40 attorneys. Our firm was established on the principle of providing innovative, client-centered legal services while maintaining ethical standards and a respectful work environment. Over three decades, we have expanded from litigation-focused origins to include specialists in oil and gas, real estate, corporate transactions, and more, ensuring comprehensive legal solutions for both individual and organizational clients.Our collaborative approach allows attorneys across practice areas and office locations to work together efficiently, delivering tailored counsel that addresses each client's unique needs. With offices throughout Texas, we combine local accessibility with statewide legal expertise to serve our clients effectively.
Services
Family Law
Guardianship Law
Non-Profit Organizations
Real Estate Law
Tax Law
Water Law
Agriculture Law
Banking Law
Trademark Law
Copyright Law
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Our multidisciplinary team collaborates to solve complex legal challenges
- Client-centered approach prioritizes individualized attention and practical solutions
- Attorneys maintain active involvement in local and state legal communities
- Office locations across Texas ensure accessible legal representation
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations with compassionate representation. Attorneys focus on protecting clients' rights while minimizing emotional distress during sensitive legal matters. We provide strategic counsel for complex family law issues including property division and post-divorce modifications.
Real Estate Law
Real estate legal services cover residential and commercial property transactions, title disputes, and zoning regulations. Our attorneys assist with contract negotiations, deed transfers, and development projects across Texas. We represent buyers, sellers, and developers in resolving complex real estate legal challenges efficiently.
Tax Law
Tax law practice addresses federal and state tax compliance, estate tax planning, and business tax structuring. We help clients navigate complex tax codes while minimizing liabilities through legitimate legal strategies. Our services include tax dispute resolution and IRS audit representation for individuals and corporations.
Non-Profit Organizations
Non-profit legal services assist organizations with formation, governance, and compliance matters. We guide clients through 501(c)(3) applications, board structuring, and regulatory requirements. Our attorneys provide ongoing legal support for charitable organizations to maintain compliance while achieving their mission objectives.
Water Law
Water law practice focuses on surface and groundwater rights, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. We represent agricultural, municipal, and industrial clients in water allocation matters across Texas. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with technical understanding of water resource management challenges.
People
Beau A. Cross
Attorney
Beau Cross specializes in wealth planning, including estate planning, probate administration, and business succession planning. With extensive experience in tax law and non-profit governance, he helps clients create comprehensive legal strategies for asset protection and transfer.
Michelle L. Sibley
Member Attorney
Michelle Sibley focuses on oil and gas transactions, real estate law, and corporate matters. Practicing since 2004, she provides strategic legal counsel for energy sector clients and commercial property transactions throughout Texas.
Joel A. Howard
Member Attorney
Joel Howard brings 45 years of experience in securities law, business entity formation, and healthcare law. His practice addresses complex corporate matters and independent power project development, serving both emerging and established businesses.
Questions
What areas of law does Sprouse Shrader Smith handle?
We practice family law, real estate law, tax law, water law, non-profit organizations law, and multiple business-related legal fields including oil and gas transactions.
Do you handle complex legal matters?
Yes, our multidisciplinary team collaborates across practice areas to address complex legal challenges for individuals and businesses.
Are your attorneys experienced?
Our firm includes attorneys with decades of combined experience, including specialists recognized in their practice areas.
Do you serve clients outside Amarillo?
We have office locations across Texas and serve clients throughout the state with legal representation.
