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Whether you need a trusted adviser in business management, expert assistance settling a business dispute, or a seasoned professional to tackle estate planning, our team is ready to help. With a broad range of collective legal experience, our attorneys are no strangers to wearing many hats and know when to advise, consult, arbitrate, litigate, and more! We have decades of experience and a wealth of knowledge in business law, estate planning, probate, real estate, HOAs, employment law, litigation, mergers, and acquisitions.

Estate Planning & Probate

Regardless of age or financial status, you and your family will benefit from a thorough will and estate plan. Let the estate planning attorneys at Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC guide you through the process so you can ensure that your assets will be safeguarded during your life and efficiently passed along to your loved ones upon your death. With our extensive experience and knowledge that every case is unique, we’re prepared to help you navigate the probate process in the most efficient way possible.

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Business Law

The ins and outs of setting up and operating a business in compliance with applicable laws and regulations can be complicated. At Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC, we take pride in our business law specialists’ substantial experience working through all the challenges facing businesses–whether new or established. Across a wide variety of industries, we provide effective and efficient business counsel, striving to become strategic partners by taking the legal issues off your plate. We aim to give you peace of mind and greater capacity to pursue growth for your business.

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Employment Law

When you need legal representation as an employer, turn to Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC’s experienced employment lawyers for their practical and solutions-focused approach. From advising corporate executives on negotiating employment agreements to monitoring changes in employment law, our team is ready to partner with you. Don’t face the highly technical, frequently changing landscape of employment law alone–gain peace of mind that your business is compliant with applicable laws and regulations by adding us to your team.

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Insurance Defense

Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC has your back when it comes to insurance-related matters, whether on behalf of an insurance company, self-insured entity, or individual. With our team’s vast experience, we’re equipped to represent you across many different coverage areas. Our attorneys also represent manufacturers and distributors in product liability cases–we’re ready to help you solve complicated business problems by providing tailored, practical solutions.

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General Counsel Services

Hiring an in-house attorney or legal team provides numerous benefits to your company, but it can be costly and impractical for many smaller companies. With Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC’s outside general counsel services, you gain the benefits of easy access to legal expertise without the massive investment. We aim to be strategic partners and look forward to learning about your business objectives and goals so we can support you most effectively.

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Real Estate

At Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC, we know how high the stakes are when it comes to buying and selling real estate–whether as an individual or business, it’s often one of the biggest financial decisions you make! With an understanding that it’s more than a transaction but an important next step for you or your business, you can trust that our attorneys take the greatest care when providing real estate counsel. We know how crucial it is for all the i’s to be dotted and t’s to be crossed, giving you peace of mind through negotiation and closing.

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Litigation

Business leaders know that disputes are an inevitable part of business. Smart business leaders know that effective preparation for disputes can make or break the company. While litigation can easily become costly, Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC’s attorneys work as efficiently as possible to help your company get back to normal faster, minimizing the detrimental effects of litigation. Regardless of the issues or complexity, we litigate cases with a focus on the most desirable outcome for our client.

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Mergers and Acquisitions

Whether you’re buying or selling a company, it’s crucial to have knowledgeable counsel on your side to protect your assets and obtain the most favorable outcome. At Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC, our attorneys regularly counsel buyers and sellers going through mergers and acquisitions of all shapes and sizes, across a wide range of industries. With our extensive experience, we’re ready to help with every phase of the deal.

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Homeowners’ Association Law

Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee, PLLC represents homeowners’ associations and condominium associations throughout Texas. Our attorneys are well-versed in navigating the statutory requirements and governance issues regarding these associations and their boards of directors. We’re ready to advise clients on operational issues and risk management policies, prepare/review contracts, collect delinquent dues assessments, and even more to help your association run smoothly!

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