Stubbs & Hightower, L.L.C. - Lafayette, LA

Premier Estate Planning, Wills, and Corporate Law in Lafayette

Securing your family's legacy and structuring complex business transfers requires a level of legal specialization that goes far beyond general practice. At Stubbs & Hightower, L.L.C., clients in Lafayette, Louisiana, receive elite, board-certified legal counsel designed to navigate the complexities of tax law, wealth preservation, and corporate transactions. Established in 1995, the firm has built a stellar reputation as one of Acadiana's most trusted authorities on estate planning and commercial transactions. Whether you are a business owner preparing for a multi-million dollar transfer or an individual looking to establish a secure trust, finding an estate planning lawyer with advanced tax credentials is critical to minimizing liabilities and keeping your assets fully protected.

Board-Certified Specialists in Trusts and Successions

Louisiana's civil law system is unique, making estate administration and asset protection highly technical fields of practice. The attorneys at Stubbs & Hightower, L.L.C. possess specialized certifications that reflect the highest level of competence. Key estate planning and successions services include:

• Wills and trusts: Structuring tailored last testaments, revocable living trusts, irrevocable asset protection trusts, and special needs trusts designed to bypass complex probate processes.
• Successions and probate administration: Guiding executors and family members through the legal process of settling a loved one's estate in accordance with state laws.
• Tax planning and asset preservation: Minimizing state and federal estate taxes, gift taxes, and capital gains liabilities through strategic planning.
• Powers of attorney and healthcare directives: Creating legally binding declarations to nominate trusted individuals to manage your medical and financial affairs in the event of incapacity.

Sophisticated Commercial Transactions, Mergers, and Acquisitions

In addition to wealth planning, the firm is a premier partner for Lafayette's business community. Led by William P. Stubbs, Jr., a Board Certified Tax Law Specialist who has overseen hundreds of corporate transfers, the firm offers commercial advisory services across diverse industries, from healthcare and oilfield services to transportation and retail. Commercial specialties include:

• Business sales and acquisitions: Drafting and negotiating letters of intent, non-competition agreements, stock and asset purchase agreements, and merger restructurings.
• Business formation: Guiding entrepreneurs through the formation of corporations, LLCs, and partnerships while establishing solid operating and shareholder agreements.
• Corporate governance and contracts: Advising board members and executives on compliance, lease negotiations, and long-term business succession.

A Legacy of Client Confidence and Professional Integrity

For more than three decades, the partners at Stubbs & Hightower, L.L.C. have delivered highly customized, fee-transparent representation. William P. Stubbs, Jr. and Tad Hightower bring deep legal expertise to every matter, working closely with local CPAs, financial advisors, and lenders to ensure their clients' business and personal interests are perfectly aligned. They understand that every estate and business requires a unique blueprint. If you need to consult with an experienced trust attorney or structure a commercial sale, contact their Lafayette office today to schedule an appointment with their board-certified legal team.