Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation for Businesses and Families in Katy, TX
Law Office Of Doug Koger, has served clients since 1985, combining over three decades of legal expertise with a business-oriented approach. As a trial lawyer and former business owner, I specialize in guiding entrepreneurs through the complexities of business law, construction disputes, real estate transactions, and elder law. My practice emphasizes personalized counsel, leveraging deep industry knowledge to protect assets, resolve disputes, and facilitate long-term planning. With a focus on litigation and transactional support, I act as an extension of your business, providing strategic advice tailored to your unique needs.My background in finance and economics informs a practical understanding of commercial challenges, ensuring solutions that align with both legal and financial objectives. Certified by the Texas Bar College and affiliated with the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, I prioritize credibility, objectivity, and client-centered advocacy. Whether navigating business succession, construction contracts, or estate planning, my commitment remains to deliver actionable, trustworthy legal representation that safeguards your legacy.
Services
Business Law
Construction Law
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in business and trial law.
- Our attorney acts as your dedicated outside General Counsel.
- We specialize in asset protection and elder law planning.
- Our team includes a certified member of the Elder Law College.
- We serve Houston-area entrepreneurs with localized legal strategies.
Associations and certifications
- Texas Bar College
- Elder Law College
- National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)
Services
Business Law
Comprehensive legal guidance for businesses throughout their lifecycle, from formation to succession planning. Services include entity selection, contract drafting, employment law compliance, and dispute resolution. Our approach combines transactional expertise with trial readiness to protect your business interests.
Construction Law
Specialized representation for contractors and property owners in construction disputes, contract negotiations, and lien enforcement. We address issues like project delays, defect claims, and subcontractor conflicts, ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations while minimizing financial risk.
Real Estate Law
Full-spectrum legal support for commercial and residential real estate matters, including transactions, title disputes, and development agreements. Our practice covers lease negotiations, zoning compliance, and litigation to protect property rights and investment value.
Estate Planning
Customized estate plans to preserve assets and ensure smooth succession, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. We focus on minimizing tax exposure and addressing long-term care needs through strategic incapacity planning and probate avoidance techniques.
Elder Law
Specialized legal strategies for aging individuals and families, covering Medicaid planning, guardianship, and asset protection. Our practice addresses unique challenges like nursing home costs and intergenerational wealth transfer while maintaining client dignity and autonomy.
People
Douglas E. Koger
Attorney at Law
Douglas E. Koger is a trial lawyer with over 30 years of experience in business, construction, and elder law. A former business owner, he focuses on guiding entrepreneurs through legal challenges and asset protection planning. He teaches trial advocacy at the University of Houston Law School and actively participates in local wrestling community initiatives.
Questions
What areas of law does Douglas E. Koger specialize in?
We specialize in business law, construction litigation, real estate transactions, estate planning, and elder law, with a focus on protecting assets and resolving commercial disputes.
How long has the firm been in practice?
Douglas E. Koger has served clients since 1985, providing legal counsel to businesses and individuals for over 30 years.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your legal needs and determine the best course of action for your case.
What distinguishes your elder law practice?
Our elder law practice combines asset protection planning with long-term care strategies, addressing Medicaid eligibility, guardianship, and intergenerational wealth transfer unique to aging clients.
Can you handle complex business litigation?
Yes, we have extensive trial experience in state and federal courts, handling complex business disputes, contract breaches, and employment-related litigation.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Katy, Texas, and the greater Houston metropolitan area, with clients across Texas and select national cases.
