Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner for Estate Planning & Business Law in Houston
Geer and Associates has provided trusted legal counsel in Houston for over 25 years, specializing in estate planning, probate, guardianships, and business formation. Our team, led by attorney Eva Geer, combines extensive litigation experience with a client-centered approach to minimize legal risks and ensure clients' wishes are honored. We prioritize clear communication, offering weekend appointments and personalized support for families navigating complex legal matters.Our expertise in special needs trusts and business law has earned us long-term client relationships and recognition within the Houston legal community. With certifications in probate advocacy and memberships in professional organizations like the Houston Bar Association, we maintain rigorous standards of excellence. Client testimonials consistently highlight our reasonable fees, prompt service, and compassionate guidance through challenging life events.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Guardianships
Business Formation
Trust Services
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized legal experience in Texas probate and estate law
- Personalized service with weekend appointments available
- Certified probate advocacy expertise through Texas Estates Code compliance
- Proven track record in special needs trust planning and business formation
- Consistently praised for transparent communication and reasonable fees
Associations and certifications
- Attorney ad litem Certification (Texas Estates Code 1054.201)
What people say
Prompt, concise, and advocate
Excellent and timely council
Reasonable fees
Caring manner
Smooth communication
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive legal frameworks to protect your assets and wishes. We draft wills, trusts, and advanced directives tailored to individual family needs while minimizing tax burdens. Specializing in special needs trusts, we ensure long-term care provisions maintain eligibility for government assistance programs. Clients receive personalized guidance through document creation and execution processes.
Probate Administration
We streamline the probate process for estates with or without wills, providing clear guidance during difficult times. Our team handles court filings, asset distribution, and legal challenges while maintaining transparent communication. With over 20 years of experience, we help families navigate Texas probate requirements efficiently while preserving family relationships through compassionate counsel.
Business Formation
Our business formation support covers entity selection, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance for new ventures. We assist entrepreneurs with partnership agreements, lease documentation, and multi-state filings while offering ongoing legal counsel. The firm maintains relationships with certified accountants to provide integrated business advisory services for small to mid-sized companies.
People
Eva D. Geer
Attorney and Founder
Eva Geer has practiced Texas law for 25+ years, specializing in estate planning and business law. A certified probate advocate, she holds memberships in the Houston Bar Association and State Bar of Texas. Her nursing background informs holistic legal approaches for families with special needs dependents.
Ann T. Borin
Attorney and Counselor
Bitsy Borin provides legal counsel in estate matters and business law. With extensive experience in Texas probate proceedings, she works closely with clients to develop practical legal solutions while maintaining compassionate support throughout complex processes.
Sharon Masso
Paralegal
Sharon Masso manages case documentation and client communications as senior paralegal. With over 15 years supporting Houston legal practices, she ensures efficient case processing while maintaining direct client contact for administrative and billing matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Geer and Associates specialize in?
We focus on estate planning, probate administration, guardianships, and business formation. Our Houston attorneys also handle special needs trusts and provide integrated business legal services.
How long has the firm been practicing in Houston?
Our lead attorney has practiced Texas law for over 25 years, with the firm establishing its current practice focus in Houston more than 20 years ago.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Yes, we provide weekend appointments to accommodate clients' schedules, recognizing that legal matters often require flexibility beyond standard business hours.
What makes your probate services different?
Our probate practice combines litigation expertise with compassionate counsel, certified under Texas Estates Code standards, to efficiently resolve estate matters while preserving family relationships.
How do you handle special needs trust planning?
We create customized special needs trusts that protect government benefit eligibility while ensuring long-term care provisions, combining legal expertise with understanding of clients' unique requirements.
