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281-537-2171
281-537-2171 | 800-729-2171 | Fax: 281-537-2246
Houston, TX 77068-1637
Wills and Probate
- Estate Administration
- Will Contests
Personal Injury
- Motor-Vehicle Accidents
- Wrongful Death
- Medical Malpractice
- Products Liability
- Insurance Claims
Family Law
- Divorce
- Marital-Property Division
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Premarital Agreements
- Alimony
- Protective Orders
Mediation Service
- Affiliated with the
Association of Attorney Mediators
Civil Litigation
- Contract Disputes
- Small Business Litigation
- Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) Claims
- Construction Law
- Real Estate
- Business Litigation and Incorporation
Contract Disputes—Individuals and businesses enter into contracts everyday. These can range from consumer transactions, real estate contracts, employment agreements, partnership and operating agreements, payment agreements, and countless others, just to name a few. When someone fails to live up to their end of the bargain, we can help to resolve the disputes and litigate the dispute in state or federal court if necessary.
Small Business Litigation—Our firm regularly represents several small- and medium-sized businesses in the Northwest Houston, Spring,
Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA)—When an individual or business makes a misrepresentation, fails to honor a warranty, or commits fraud in a consumer transaction,
Construction Law—What do you do when a general contractor fails to pay you, the subcontractor, for work you performed? What if you, the property owner, paid for work that was never completed, or that was not completed in a good and workmanlike manner? We can help prepare and file M&M liens, litigate construction contracts, guide you through the State-Sponsored Inspection and Dispute Resolution Process (SIRP), discuss with you your options under the Residential Construction Liability Act (RCLA), and work with you to obtain the best possible outcome.
Business Litigation and Incorporation—Whether you are taking your first steps into the business world or are branching out and expanding your current business, we will help you choose the appropriate type of entity to form and assist you with filings with the Secretary of State, County Clerk, and other appropriate entities. We will also work with you to prepare Articles of Organization, draft By-Laws and Operating Agreements, issue shares of stock and otherwise set you up for success. If disputes arise between shareholders in a business, our litigation experience and knowledge of the law can be a valuable asset to you in resolving the disputes.
Motor-Vehicle Accidents—For over 40 years, our firm has represented injured parties in motor vehicle accidents of all types. We can negotiate on your behalf with the insurance companies for you to maximize your recovery. George Wilhite is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in the area of Personal Injury Trial Law.
Wrongful Death—The loss of a loved one to an injury event is tragic. The attorneys at Wilhite & Lea, P.C. will address the negligent conduct of the responsible party and work with you to navigate the pre-litigation and trial litigation processes to maximize the recovery to which you may be entitled. Our senior shareholder and founder, George Wilhite, is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in the area of Personal Injury Trial Law.
Products Liability—Unsafe products and inadequate product warnings can lead to severe injuries or even death. If you are suffering an injury from a defective or otherwise dangerous product, set an appointment to talk to our trial lawyers for a free consultation.
Insurance Claims—If you have been paying premiums for coverage of your person or property, and your insurance company is not living up to its end of the bargain, give us a call to discuss your options.
Medical Malpractice—Health care professionals and institutions provide a much needed service to our community. Unfortunately, accidents happen and their negligent services sometimes cause you severe injury. If you have been severely injured by a doctor, hospital, nursing home, or other health care professional or institution, our litigation and trial experience may be able to help you to obtain a monetary recovery. Call us today for a consultation concerning your potential medical malpractice claims.
Divorce—Divorce is a difficult, stressful, and life-changing experience. You need a legal team that can help you wade through the complexities of family law. Wilhite & Lea, P.C. can help you reach agreements with your spouse, obtain orders from the court for division of your community property, confirm and safeguard your separate property, arrange custody and visitation schedules, help determine the amount of child or spousal support, procure protective orders or injunctive relief if necessary, and any other legal relief you need. Call now for a consultation with C. Keith Lea to begin making a plan for guiding you through this complex life transition.
Marital-Property Division—During your marriage you have likely accumulated marital property and debt such as real property, oil and gas interests, retirement accounts (401(k), IRA, pension, etc.), vehicles, business interests, jewelry, household goods, personal effects, and credit cards. You may also have separate property that is not subject to division by the court. Let us sort out the details, advise you, and represent your interests in the division of your marital property.
Child Custody—Often, the most difficult aspect of parent separation is deciding where your children will live after the separation. There are many factors to consider, but the most important factor is the best interest of your children. Let us help you present your case to the other parent and to the court in the most favorable light possible.
Child Support—Whether you need to establish child support payments, modify your current child support order to either increase or decrease the amount of child support, or enforce a child support order, call us today to discuss your options.
Premarital Agreements—Spousal agreements prior to marriage to protect a person’s assets (also known as pre-nups) are no longer exclusively for the wealthy. There are many reasons why individuals desire to enter into a contract with their soon-to-be husband or wife, and we can counsel you, draft premarital agreements, and have them properly executed to meet your goals.
Alimony—You may have heard that there is no “alimony” in
Protective Orders—Spousal abuse, stalking, harassment, and abuse by other family members is a serious problem with devastating consequences. Our family court system provides methods for dealing with abusive situations, and our legal team can help you to navigate that system. Whether you are suffering from abuse or have been wrongfully accused of such conduct, call our lawyers now to find out how we can help.
Affiliated with the Association of Attorney Mediators—As a seasoned trial lawyer, George Wilhite has the experience, patience, creativity and wisdom you have been looking for to facilitate resolution of your civil litigation issues. In addition to his extensive mediation experience as a trial lawyer, George Wilhite has completed advanced mediation training to better serve you. He is also affiliated with the Association of Attorney Mediators. To learn more about the Association of Attorney Mediators, click here.
Will Contests—What if your family member or loved one has passed away, and someone else has filed a document they claim to be his or her last will and testament? If you do not believe your loved one had the mental capacity to make the purported will, or if you have a will signed by your loved one that is different from the will that has been filed with the court, call us to discuss your rights.
Estate Administration—Whether you need to make a will, have a will probated, or need to open an estate when your loved one did not leave a will, we can help. We can also assist you with medical powers of attorney, durable powers of attorney, living wills, and other documents that will provide you and your loved ones with greater peace of mind.
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