Houston Real Estate Attorney - Texas Real Estate Attorney

Texas Real Estate Law
Asset Protection in Texas
LLCs and Series LLCs for Investors

David J. Willis Attorney & Broker
LoneStarLandLaw.com
Houston, Texas

Texas Real Estate Lawyer

Attorney and broker David J. Willis of Houston advises buyers, sellers, and investors across the State of Texas in real estate transactions, entity formations, and asset protection strategies.

After decades of traditional office practice, the firm now offers an extensive range of legal services online with no office visit required.

Mr. Willis is author of the popular book Real Estate Law & Asset Protection for Texas Real Estate Investors.

Read our 70+ articles on Texas real estate law, Texas business law, and asset protection in Texas.

See our many five-star reviews.

Real Estate Contracts and Closing Documents

We prepare a wide range of real estate documents for buyers, sellers, and lenders with the goal of maximizing our clients’ best interests.

Review/comment on residential real estate contracts (TREC and TXR) begins at $250. Contract preparation begins at $350.

The firm has special expertise in creative transactions such as wraparounds, “subject to” contracts, seller financing, wholesaling, and investor trusts.

We represent real estate clients and prepare closing documents. We do not do in-office closings, escrow funds, or offer title insurance. A title company is recommended for these services.

Regulatory Compliance

Our real estate contracts and closing documents are designed to comply with Dodd-Frank, the Safe Act, FinCEN beneficial ownership rules, and other regulatory regimes.

Texas LLC Attorney

Interested in forming an LLC to protect your real estate investments? We form both traditional LLCs and series LLCs in Texas and Nevada. We also handle the sale and transfer of LLC membership interests.

Our asset protection strategies simplify the way our clients do business while significantly improving defense against lawsuits. Read our article on Asset Protection in Texas and consider engaging us for an asset protection review (APR).

Series LLCs in Texas

A series LLC offers several advantages for owners of multiple properties. An example is the use of a series LLC as a holding company in our recommended two-company LLC structure for real estate investors:

This structure is based on the principle of separating assets from activities, a critical tenet of asset protection. Browse graphics of other asset protection structures.

Contract us for an entity-structuring consultation.

Living Trusts in Texas

Living Trusts in Texas real estate are useful for probate avoidance, ease of transfer, and investment advantages. They can also be creatively integrated into an LLC asset protection structure.

Read our articles on investor land trusts and living trusts for the Texas homestead.

Shelf Companies

Our limited inventory of shelf companies includes LLCs with our best asset protection features. Shelf companies are ready for shipment to clients for whom time and quality are critical factors.

Our Attorney

David-J.-Willis Houston Real Estate Attorney

Mr. Willis is board certified in residential real estate law and commercial real estate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

He is also a Texas real estate broker and author of Real Estate Law & Asset Protection for Texas Real Estate Investors.

“The most important real estate book you will ever read!”

Attorney Keaton Frieberg, San Antonio
★★★★★

“David offers a wealth of sage advice with keen insights.”

Attorney Brian Gutierrez, Bryan
★★★★★

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“As an attorney I am familiar with David Willis’ expertise in real estate. If David wrote it, you can depend on it! I highly recommend David’s book.”

Attorney Paul Spielvogel, The Woodlands
★★★★★

This book is amazing! Many great tips and creative solutions.”

Attorney Zachary Copp, Dallas
★★★★★

Legal Fees

Our online consultation process has proven efficient and poplar with clients. No fees are incurred at the initial inquiry stage but there is a fee for consultations. The introductory online consult fee for most new clients is a flat fee of $250 (not available for matters exceeding $1M or for very complex or document-heavy cases)

We are primarily a flat-fee office although hourly billing ($450 per hour, one hour minimum) and retainer arrangements are available in certain cases. See fees and policies.

Client Reviews

“David Willis’ knowledge of real estate law and transactions is superb . . . I have never encountered a more efficient or thorough process than that offered by David. I highly recommend him and his firm for any real estate related legal or transactional needs. He is simply impressive!”

L. Hunt
★★★★★

“David helped me every step of the way setting up my LLC. The process was incredibly well organized. Fees are very reasonable, especially considering the quality of service received. Highly recommend!”

Lyle Johnson
★★★★★

“Six years ago, David guided me through implementing an asset protection plan. I was sued by two major banks. Both got six-figure judgments but no one collected a dime!”

Sam Gordon
★★★★★

“David Willis is by far the easiest attorney I’ve ever dealt with. I give him my highest possible recommendation without reservation.”

Sandeep Nanda
★★★★★

“Nice dealing with an expert! Mr. Willis answered all my questions the same day. Being able to do everything online saved us numerous trips to his office. His book is very helpful also.”

Doug Warner
★★★★★

“Words cannot express how grateful my family and I are for Mr. Willis’ work. He did a lot more for us online than the other attorneys we met in person.”

Yami Vazquez
★★★★★

Confidentiality and Ethics

Your inquiry is confidential. Adherence to high standards of ethics is part of our firm philosophy. We subscribe to The Texas Lawyer’s Creed and the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Realtors.

Terms of Service

Our posted terms of service apply to all clients without exception in lieu of individual fee agreements or engagement letters.

Location

The principal location of the law office of David J. Willis Attorney is Houston, Texas although our practice is statewide. We serve Harris County, Fort Bend County, and Montgomery County as well as Houston, The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Conroe, Galveston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Midland, Brownsville, El Paso, and all areas of Texas. Mr. Willis counsels clients in Texas real estate law, Texas business law, and is a Texas LLC attorney for anyone forming an entity such as a real estate partnership or joint venture, a Texas series LLC, or a Nevada series LLC.