Top State Lawyers in Amarillo | 12 available

Offer compassionate and competent legal counsel in the areas of wills and trusts, probate and probate alternatives, guardianships, and nonprofit formation, exemption, and compliance.  Provide virtual and face and to face legal services in the Texas Panhandle and virtual legal services for all Texas residents.  Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Estate Planning and Probate Law.

I am a seasoned legal professional focusing almost exclusively in eminent domain and administrative law. I am rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, and my career is marked by a deep understanding of legal intricacies and a track record of successful cases, I bring a high level of expertise to my clients.. - Eminent Domain:As an eminent domain attorney, I pride myself on protecting the rights of property owners facing government acquisition. My comprehensive approach encompasses valuation analysis, negotiation strategies, and zealous advocacy to ensure just compensation.. - Administrative Law:Navigating the complexities of administrative law requires finesse and insight. With a focus on electric transmission line routing cases at the Public Utility Commission of Texas ("PUCT"), I guide clients through the bureaucratic landscape, ensuring their interests are safeguarded.. - Legal Strategist:I thrive on solving legal puzzles. My ability to distill complex issues into actionable strategies has led to favorable outcomes for my clients. Whether it's advising on PUCT matters or representing clients in eminent domain proceedings, I bring a dynamic and strategic approach to the table.. - Client-Centric Approach:Building lasting relationships with clients is at the core of my practice. I understand that each case is unique, and I am committed to tailoring legal solutions that align with my clients' goals. Clear communication, unwavering dedication, and a results-driven mindset define my client-centric approach.. - Continuous Learning Advocate:In the ever-evolving legal landscape, I stay ahead by continuously updating my knowledge and am a member of the Texas Bar College, a professional society of legal scholars. This commitment to ongoing education ensures that my clients benefit from the latest legal insights and innovative approaches.

Christopher D. Jones is an attorney with Sprouse Shrader Smith whose practice is split between transactional business matters and wealth planning, with an emphasis on tax issues, trusts & estates, and commercial real estate.. Chris’s practice has a substantial focus on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning including the preparation of wills, trusts, and related estate planning documents. Additionally, Chris has experience with complex estate and tax planning tools such as charitable trusts, grantor retained annuity trusts (GRATs), intentionally defective grantor trusts; (IDGITs), irrevocable family trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts (ILITs), and family limited partnerships (FLPs).. In additional to his wealth planning practice, Chris represents numerous business owners in planning and creating new business entities (such as LLCs, Series, LLCs, Corporations, Limited Partnerships, professional entities, etc.) in addition to all types of corporate transactions including purchase agreements, buy/sell agreements, mergers, and conversions. Chris has also represented dozens of non-profit corporations in the their formation and applications for 501(c)(3) status.. Commercial real estate often overlaps the wealth planning and business issues faced by many clients. In representing developers, business clients, and wealthy individuals, Chris regularly advises clients regarding real estate ownership structures, commercial leases, 1031 exchanges, and other various real estate issues.

Benjamin Gifford is a trial tested attorney with significant experience. Prior to serving the people of Amarillo, Texas at the Potter County District Attorney's Office, Mr. Gifford served as a Federal Prosecutor in the Eastern District of Oklahoma where he prosecuted myriad cases related to Indian Law under the Major Crimes Act. Before his time with the Department of Justice, Mr. Gifford practiced in Colorado where he successfully tried professional malpractice and civil liability cases and spent time as a state prosecutor for the 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office where he successfully tried multiple cases for crimes ranging from Driving Under the Influence to Domestic Violence. Mr. Gifford has been lead counsel on hundreds of matters and has been counsel of record through multiple trials.  In his first personal injury trial, Ben successfully tried an auto accident case in Denver District Court.  The outcome was significant and published in the Jury Verdict Reporter of Colorado, Volume 31, Number 1. Since that trial Ben has continued to excel in and outside of the Courtroom. He is widely considered one of the most aggressive and dedicated lawyers in the country.. Prior to becoming an attorney, Ben served for 8 years in the United States Marine Corps as an infantry Platoon and Company Commander with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment out of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. During his time in the Marine Corps Ben was honored to serve during three combat tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan and was the recipient of numerous personal and unit awards.. Ben graduated from the University of California in 2000 where he played division one baseball. Beginning in 2008, and after his service in the Marine Corps, Ben attended Pepperdine University School of Law graduating in 2011. Ben’s personal interests include spending time with his family, mountain biking, martial arts, swimming, and baseball.