Eminent domain refers to the government’s right to take land for public use. If you are a property owner in Texas, you may be contacted by an agency and offered a settlement in exchange for your land. The condemnation process can be very stressful for Texas...
Jacob Merkord, Marrs Ellis & Hodge LLP partner, was interviewed on Fox 7 Austin news regarding the upcoming Matterhorn Pipeline project in Williamson County, Texas. You can watch the full interview here:...
When your parents pass away, you want to ensure that their final affairs are taken care of, and that their property is distributed according to their wishes. However, you may be concerned that your parents’ will is not legally valid. In these situations, you could...
The last will and testament is one of the most important documents a person could create. A will outlines how your estate is handled following your death, ensuring that the right people receive the right assets. However, not all wills are legally valid. If you believe...
Luke Ellis was featured in the 2021 Edition of Super Lawyers as one of the Top 50 Super Lawyers in Central/West Texas. Luke's practice focuses on representing Texas property owners facing eminent domain and other condemnation proceedings
Everyone should have a will on file. This critical document outlines the steps that you would like to have taken following your death, including the distribution of your property. Although they can be difficult to discuss, these decisions are important. In many cases,...
A person’s last will and testament is one of the most important documents that he or she could create. The will outlines the deceased’s final wishes for the disposal of his or her property and assets. When someone dies, an executor will carry out the terms of the will...
Texas is a state that has lots of open land and natural resources. As a result, many property owners across the state receive notice from the government that it intends to claim their land, citing the rule of eminent domain. If you are facing eminent domain...