Tax and Tax EnforcementMarchand & Moraine attorneys have successfully represented clients in all phases of tax representation. Whether your needs involve relief from collection efforts, tax planning or consulting, formal opinions on tax issues, or litigation in the Tax Court, the firm's tax attorneys provide real answers to difficult federal and state tax questions.
Railroad / TransportationExperience is paramount when litigating cases against the railroad. Marchand & Moraine attorneys have recovered millions of dollars for clients in cases involving unsafe railroad crossings. The attorneys at Marchand & Moraine make it a personal mission to improve public safety and protect families against tragedy that can occur when large companies neglect basic safety responsibilities.
Personal InjuryMarchand & Moraine actively litigates claims for catastrophic injuries arising from the negligence of others. With a proven track record of success, the firm commands a reputation for the relentless pursuit of justice on behalf of its clients. With over fifty years of combined trial experience, the firm devotes its considerable expertise as well as the technological and financial resources necessary to staff and prosecute the select cases it accepts for representation each year. Utilizing a t
Medical MalpracticeIn today's world, medical malpractice cases are major undertakings requiring an unwavering commitment to the case, investment of significant financial resources, and a burning desire to protect patients from sub-standard medical practices. The firm's attorneys have backgrounds in engineering, nursing, and have served as prosecuting attorneys for both the state and federal government.
Litigation and AppealsIn an age of increasing competitiveness and unfair business practices, litigation, while a last resort, is often an effective means to protect a client's business interests and rights. After consideration of all options, when the decision is made to litigate, the firm's business clients have at their disposal a team of trial attorneys who are trial court veterans.
Legal Ethics/MalpracticeAttorney malpractice occurs when an attorney mishandles a client's case, or uses his position to mislead others or facilitate a breach of a duty by another person. Lawyers can also breach important duties owed to clients by not dealing with them fairly, or fully disclosing relevant facts and circumstances in relation to the client's case. Each case turns on its facts, and careful and thoughtful analysis of the relevant facts and law is critical to success in this highly technical area.
Wills, Trusts, ProbateEveryone, regardless of the size of their estate, needs a will. A will is critical to protect children, and to be sure that assets pass to loved ones in the manner intended. In some cases, when a person dies without a will, the government will get the assets of the estate. In many cases, the client's needs are better served employing a trust or other device to fulfill the client's goals. Every estate is different, and requires the counsel of a lawyer experienced in this area.
Estate PlanningEstate planning involves not only planning for where assets will pass upon death, but a properly drafted estate plan takes into consideration strategies designed to increase the value of the estate in life, including implementing asset protection strategies, liability planning, and maneuvers designed to reduce the estate's tax liability upon death. The firm creates estate plans for successful people, employing a broad base of knowledge and resources.
Contract and CommercialContracts are the private laws that provide the rules that hold the commercial world together. Careful drafting, and attention to detail leads to agreements designed to fulfill the client's objectives, as well as advising on the anticipated effect and interpretation of those agreements in the future.
Juvenile LawJuvenile law is a subset of family law in Texas, in that the Juvenile Justice Code is found within the Texas Family Code. The juvenile system is a unique court system in Texas, that requires the services of a family law attorney who is also knowledgeable in the specific areas of quasi-criminal law prevalent throughout the juvenile system.
Divorce, Marriage, AlimonyUnlike the "divorce lawyers" of days gone by, the family law attorney of today must be versed in a wide variety of technical areas of the law, as well as the intricacies of the Texas Family Code. To properly serve clients, and guard against unfair outcomes, the firm's family law litigators combine decades of experience, with established track records of success, and a wide variety of substantive knowledge from various disciplines related to children and family.
Child Custody, Support, AdoptionTo maximize outcomes for children, the firm's family law attorneys work toward enabling parents to have the financial resources to provide properly for their families. When litigating custody disputes, the firm's lawyers work toward accomplishing the client's goals by fostering parental relationships that are in the best interest of the children considering all of the facts and circumstances of the case.
CollectionsIn collections cases, the firm represents contract and and judgment creditors including banks, factoring companies, collections professionals, and private judgment creditors seeking to collect on claims and judgment through the judicial process.
BusinessThe firm's attorneys are experienced business lawyers who regularly assist clients in a variety of transactions. As well, the firm consults on business formation, sale, and the legal aspects of operational issues for companies across the country, drawing upon its legal knowledge base in areas such as financial transactions, tax issues, employment law, contracts and substantive industry knowledge.
