Eric D. Marchand

Mr. Marchand is a specialist in estate planning and probate law certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has been an attorney at Meadows Collier for over two decades. His practice consists of representing clients in all phases of their estate planning and business matters, as well as a substantial probate practice. Mr. Marchands estate planning practice routinely implements sophisticated planning techniques, including the use of family limited partnerships and installment sales to grantor trusts, to assist clients in developing comprehensive tax efficient wealth transfer strategies. Another feature of his estate planning practice includes incorporating philanthropy into the planning process by assisting clients organize private foundations (and other nonprofit organizations), charitable trusts, and donor advised funds. His business planning practice involves advising clients in the establishment, reorganization, operation, tax reporting, and business succession of closely held entities. Mr. Marchand also represents executors in probate administration and the settlement of estates, including the preparation of federal inheritance tax returns. Mr. Marchand holds a Masters of Laws (LL. M.) degree in Taxation and was admitted to practice in Texas in 1999.