Business Details
Texas Real Estate & Asset Protection Legal Services
David J. Willis Attorney is a board-certified Texas real estate law and asset protection specialist with over four decades of experience. Our firm delivers efficient, transparent legal services tailored to real estate investors, homeowners, and businesses. We prioritize client education through extensive free resources, including 80+ articles and a comprehensive book on Texas real estate law. Our streamlined online process eliminates office visits while maintaining rigorous attention to detail in document preparation, entity structuring, and transactional representation. We combine deep expertise in Dodd-Frank compliance, Series LLC strategies, and creative real estate solutions with a commitment to ethical practice and client confidentiality. 
Services
Real Estate Law
Asset Protection
LLC Formation
Contract Review
Trust Services
Legal Consultations
Document Preparation
Entity Structuring
Registered Agent
Real Estate Transactions
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized Texas real estate law experience
- Online process eliminates office visits while maintaining quality
- Transparent flat-fee pricing structure with no hidden costs
- Board-certified expertise in residential and commercial real estate law
- Proven asset protection strategies with documented success cases
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Knowledgeable and efficient
Prompt and helpful responses
Excellent legal service
Highly recommend services
Thorough and professional work
Services
Real Estate Law
Comprehensive legal representation for Texas real estate transactions including contract review, title issues, and regulatory compliance. Specializing in creative solutions like wraparounds and seller financing while ensuring adherence to Dodd-Frank and FinCEN requirements. Serves residential and commercial clients across Texas with document preparation and transactional support.
Asset Protection
Customized strategies using Series LLCs, trusts, and entity structuring to safeguard real estate investments. Provides detailed asset protection reviews and implements proven methods to shield assets from litigation and judgments. Combines legal expertise with practical investor-focused solutions for Texas and Nevada entity formations.
LLC Formation
Specialized formation of traditional and Series LLCs in Texas and Nevada with focus on liability protection and tax efficiency. Includes document preparation, registered agent services, and entity structuring consultations. Maintains inventory of pre-established shelf companies for expedited business setup requirements.
Legal Document Preparation
Preparation of warranty deeds, contracts, trusts, and other real estate-related documents compliant with Texas regulations. Offers review and commentary on existing contracts while ensuring proper execution and recording procedures. Supports complex transactions including investor trusts and land trust arrangements.
Entity Structuring
Consultation on optimal business structures combining LLCs, trusts, and holding companies for maximum asset protection. Develops customized frameworks separating assets from operational risks while maintaining regulatory compliance. Provides ongoing support for entity maintenance and structural modifications.
People
David J. Willis Attorney
Attorney & Broker
Board-certified Texas real estate law specialist with 40+ years experience. Author of 'Real Estate Law & Asset Protection for Texas Real Estate Investors'. Expert in Series LLC structures, asset protection planning, and complex real estate transactions. Maintains active real estate brokerage license alongside legal practice.
Questions
What consultation fees apply for new clients?
Initial consultations cost $250 for matters up to $1M, $350 for $1M–$1.5M, and $450 for complex cases exceeding $1.5M. This flat fee includes comprehensive review of basic documents and email exchange.
Do you serve clients outside Houston?
Our practice serves clients statewide including Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and all Texas counties. All services operate online with no requirement for in-person meetings.
How does the online legal process work?
Clients submit inquiries through our website, receive preliminary guidance, then schedule consultations. Documents get prepared and delivered electronically with opportunities for revisions and follow-up questions.
What asset protection strategies do you recommend?
We specialize in Series LLC structures, trust arrangements, and entity separation strategies. Our two-company model separates asset ownership from operational activities to maximize liability protection for real estate investors.
How quickly are documents prepared?
Standard document packages deliver within 3–5 business days. Urgent requests often complete faster, with some clients reporting 24-hour turnaround for critical transactions requiring expedited service.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payments process securely through our website using major credit cards. We also accommodate ACH transfers and maintain transparent pricing with no hidden fees for all legal services.
