Ostarch Hilmy & McCauley, PLLC - Corpus Christi, TX
Ostarch, Hilmy and McCauley, PLLC is a premier business, tax, and estate planning law firm headquartered in Corpus Christi, Texas. Led by board-certified tax specialist Gerald W. Ostarch, education law litigator S. Stephen Hilmy, and corporate partner Michael A. McCauley, the firm delivers sophisticated legal counsel in corporate transactions, tax disputes, commercial real estate, and probate administration.
Comprehensive Business, Tax, and Estate Law in Corpus Christi
Navigating commercial transactions, tax complexities, and estate distribution requires seasoned attorneys with deep institutional knowledge. Situated on the eighth floor at 615 North Upper Broadway in downtown Corpus Christi, Ostarch, Hilmy and McCauley, PLLC provides sophisticated legal solutions to Texas corporations, family businesses, and individuals. The firm is anchored by president Gerald W. Ostarch, an SMU Law graduate admitted to the Texas Bar in 1967 who holds prestigious board certification in tax law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. The leadership team is bolstered by partners S. Stephen Hilmy, a prominent authority in school and administrative law, and Michael A. McCauley, a former Nueces County Assistant District Attorney who focuses on business and property transactions. Whether your company needs to hire a lawyer to structure a major acquisition or you search to find an attorney to resolve an intricate IRS controversy, the firm combines business acumen with unparalleled legal insight.
Focused Commercial, Tax, and Estate Practice Areas
The firm delivers full-service business representation designed to protect commercial assets, optimize tax structures, and resolve contentious disputes.
Taxation, IRS Disputes, and Tax Litigation
Tax regulations impose heavy burdens on regional enterprises and high-net-worth estates. Serving as board-certified tax lawyers and IRS dispute lawyers, the practice guides clients through federal tax planning, corporate structuring, IRS audit defense, administrative tax appeals, and tax litigation before state and federal courts.
Corporate Law, Governance, and Business Formation
Sound legal structure is the foundation of long-term business success. Functioning as business formation lawyers, contract lawyers, and business litigation lawyers, the attorneys counsel clients on entity selection, LLC operating agreements, shareholder buy-sells, corporate governance, and complex mergers and acquisitions.
Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, and Probate Administration
Protecting generational wealth requires meticulous estate planning. Operating as estate planning lawyers, wills lawyers, trusts lawyers, and probate lawyers, the firm drafts comprehensive estate plans including revocable living trusts, asset protection trusts, and healthcare directives. The team also guides executors and trustees through Nueces County probate administration and fiduciary litigation.
Commercial Real Estate and Property Transactions
South Texas commercial development requires proactive transactional guidance. Serving as commercial real estate lawyers, the firm represents commercial landlords, developers, and investors in purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, title examinations, zoning matters, and property disputes.
Public Entity, School, and Administrative Law
The practice counsels municipal entities, public school districts, and governmental agencies across the Coastal Bend on statutory compliance, open records, personnel issues, and administrative hearings.
Distinguished Professional Standing and Credentials
Clients partnering with Ostarch, Hilmy and McCauley benefit from proven qualifications:
- Board-certified tax specialist: Gerald W. Ostarch holds recognized specialization in tax law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
- Over 50 years of legal legacy: Rooted in the Corpus Christi business community with decades of successful representation for Coastal Bend enterprises.
- Comprehensive multidisciplinary counsel: Seamless integration of corporate structuring, tax minimization, commercial real estate, and wealth preservation.
- Former prosecutor trial experience: Michael A. McCauley brings decisive courtroom insight to corporate and civil dispute resolution.
Schedule a Legal Consultation in Corpus Christi
Advance your commercial objectives and safeguard your family assets with trusted Texas counsel. When you need a lawyer right away to address a complex transaction or tax matter, contact Ostarch, Hilmy and McCauley, PLLC at 361-884-1961 to schedule a legal consultation with a premier Corpus Christi attorney.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the professional Uptown neighborhood of Corpus Christi, Texas, situated on a bluff with views of the bay.
Building Location
The office is situated in the historic Broadway Tower (formerly known as the Wells Fargo Tower), a landmark 20-story steel-frame high-rise built in 1942. It is situated on the Upper Broadway bluff, close to La Retama Park.
Parking Details
Multiple public surface parking lots are adjacent to the building. Covered parking is also available on-site for tenants and visitors.
Public Transit
Served by Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority Route 6 (Santa Fe / Malls); nearest stop is at Leopard @ Tancahua FS.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the updated lobby of the Broadway Tower. Take one of the high-speed elevators up to the 8th floor to locate Suite 800.