Bourland, Wall & Wenzel, P.C. - Fort Worth, TX
Bourland, Wall & Wenzel, P.C. is an elite full-service law firm based in Fort Worth, Texas, established in 1983. Renowned nationwide for excellence in estate planning, wealth preservation, tax law, and probate administration, the firm delivers sophisticated legal counsel to high-net-worth families, closely held businesses, and charitable nonprofit institutions across Texas and the United States.
Nationally Renowned Estate Planning, Tax Law, and Business Representation
Protecting generational wealth, structuring complex charitable foundations, and guiding closely held business enterprises demand a level of technical mastery and discretion that few law firms can provide. Formed in 1983 by founding shareholders Michael V. Bourland, Lewis D. Wall III, and Kenneth L. Wenzel, Bourland, Wall & Wenzel, P.C. has grown into one of North Texas's most respected legal institutions. From its headquarters in downtown Fort Worth, the firm combines the personalized, attentive care of a specialized boutique with the analytical depth of an elite national practice. When discerning families and corporate leaders need to hire an attorney to safeguard multi-generational assets or solve intricate tax dilemmas, our seasoned counselors deliver unparalleled guidance.
Advanced Estate Planning, Wealth Preservation, and Tax Law
Effective estate planning is far more than standard document drafting; it is an integrated strategy designed to protect family assets, minimize gift and estate tax exposure, and preserve family values across future generations. Bourland, Wall & Wenzel, P.C. is recognized among the premier estate planning practices in Texas, holding Tier 1 regional honors for trusts and estates. Our attorneys frequently lecture before national bar conventions and advise clients on sophisticated tax compliance frameworks. Our comprehensive wealth planning practice encompasses:
- Customized wills, revocable living trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, and generation-skipping trusts
- Dynasty trusts, grantor retained annuity trusts, and family limited partnerships for wealth preservation
- Federal estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning and IRS dispute representation
- Business succession planning for family-owned corporations, partnerships, and professional practices
- Formation, governance, and regulatory compliance for private foundations, public charities, and tax-exempt entities
Probate Administration, Trust Litigation, and Fiduciary Counsel
The loss of a family leader or loved one presents administrative hurdles and emotional strain for executors, trustees, and beneficiaries. If you need an attorney urgently to settle an estate or defend against fiduciary mismanagement, our wills, estate planning and probate lawyers guide clients through Texas probate courts with composure and rigorous precision. When inheritance disagreements arise, our litigators defend client rights in high-exposure fiduciary disputes, including:
- Independent and dependent estate administration, muniment of title, and probate of wills
- Representation of corporate and individual fiduciaries in trust administration and accounting matters
- Contested probate litigation, will challenges, lack of mental capacity claims, and undue influence disputes
- Guardianship proceedings for incapacitated adults and contested guardianship administration
- Fiduciary breach claims, trustee removals, and trust modification proceedings
Full-Service Corporate Transactions, Real Estate, and Civil Litigation
Over four decades of growth, Bourland, Wall & Wenzel, P.C. has expanded into a comprehensive full-service firm meeting the evolving needs of entrepreneurs, commercial property owners, and healthcare organizations. Whether you are executing a commercial property acquisition, restructuring employment agreements, or seeking trial representation in commercial litigation, our multidisciplinary team stands ready to advocate for your success. Choosing to consult a lawyer at Bourland, Wall & Wenzel, P.C. ensures that your business and family receive the highest standard of legal excellence. When you need to find a lawyer who embodies integrity, scholarly depth, and practical wisdom, our Fort Worth team is here to assist you.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of the vibrant Sundance Square business and entertainment district in Downtown Fort Worth.
Building Location
The office is located on the 25th floor of the prestigious Bank of America Tower, a notable 38-story Class A skyscraper designed by Paul Rudolph, situated near Mi Cocina and the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium.
Parking Details
An underground parking garage is available on-site for customer use (fees apply), along with nearby public surface parking lots.
Public Transit
Served by Trinity Metro Blue Line (Downtown); nearest stop is at Commerce & 3rd.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's grand lobby on the ground floor. Take the high-rise elevators up to the 25th floor, where you will find the entrance to Suite 2500 directly off the main reception corridor.