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Wes is the Chairman of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce Business Council; Member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors for the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce; Member of the City of Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers; Member of the City of Amarillo Hospital District Board of Managers Finance Committee; Member of the Board of Advisors at Lubbock Christian University; and Member of the Board of Advisors at West Texas A&M University College of Nursing; Member of the Amarillo Area Bar Association; Member of the State Bar of Texas.

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.

I am a graduate of Texas A&M University and Texas Tech School of Law. I've been practicing law since 2009, representing clients in Amarillo and throughout the State of Texas. My practice focuses primarily on business formation and governance, commercial and residential real estate, and estate planning. As a small business owner, real estate investor, and a lifelong Texan, I can understand my clients' needs and concerns.. Business Formation and Governance. I work with individuals, families and business partners to form entities and once they're formed, to govern these entities through all phases of business growth. I represent investors, developers, medical and dental practices, restaurant owners, insurance and real estate agents, and many other types of owners and businesses. I also represent clients looking to buy or sell or start a business.. Commercial and Residential Real Estate. I work with realtors, brokers, owners/landlords, and tenants to buy, sell and lease real estate, deal with financing options, and navigate problems and issues.. Estate Planning.   I help individuals and families with all aspects of their estate plans.

Garland graduated from West Texas State University with a BBA in 1967, and was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. Garland received his J.D. from Baylor University in 1969. After working for a national accounting firm, he began practicing law in June 1970. He is Texas State Bar Board Certified in Commercial, Residential, and Farm & Ranch Real Estate Law, and has been called "the best dirt attorney in the area". Garland is a respected member and past-president of the Amarillo Bar Association, and continually receives an Excellent Peer Review Rating. He is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the College of the State Bar of Texas, the Christian Legal Society, and is on the Board of Directors of Texas Panhandle Builders Association. Garland's background includes farming and ranching, and he continues his involvement in family farming and ranching enterprises. He is a member of USA Gideons International and is active in his church.

Fred graduated from College of Holy Cross in Worcester MA with a BA in 1967. He joined the ranks of those who "get to Texas as soon as they can" when he enrolled in the University of Texas School of Law and received his J.D. in 1970. Fred was Assistant Attorney for the City of Amarillo from 1970 to 1973, when he joined Garland Sell in private practice. He is Texas State Bar Board Certified in Residential Real Estate Law, and is a member of the Amarillo Bar Association and State Bar of Texas, and continually receives an Excellent Peer Review Rating. Fred has experience in and continues his involvement in farming and ranching as a member of the American Angus Association and past president of the Panhandle Chapter. Fred is active in his church.

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.

Brian W. Farabough is a skilled attorney with Lovell, Lovell, Isern & Farabough, LLP. Brian is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Oil, Gas and Mineral Law and focuses his practice on oil and gas matters, contract and business disputes, contractor representation, cattle transaction disputes, and landowner representation in all types of matters, including condemnation. His oil and gas practice covers everything from the review and drafting of industry contracts to representing clients in oil and gas disputes through trial and appeal. On behalf of his clients in Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas, he regularly seeks the enforcement and/or protection of real property rights and rights under the terms and provisions of contracts and real property conveyance instruments. Brian also assists his clients with the collection of amounts owed for unpaid work, services and materials through breach of contract lawsuits and the filing and foreclosing of liens.. Brian graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Anthropology/Archaeology, cum laude, in 2005. Subsequently, he obtained a Master of Business Administration in Energy Finance and Real Estate Development in 2011 from Southern Methodist University, Cox School of Business. He also earned his law degree from Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law in 2011.. Brian has been selected by his peers for inclusion in Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Energy & Natural Resources, every year since 2017. He is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Texas Bar College, and Texas Bar Foundation. He is also a member of the Panhandle Association of Petroleum Landmen and Panhandle Producers and Royalty Owners Association. He previously served as an Executive Board Member of the Amarillo Area Bar Association Young Lawyers Division.

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.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.

Experienced State attorney serving clients in Amarillo and surrounding areas.