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Navigating the legal system is easier with an expert in your corner. At The Boudreaux Law Firm, P.C., we provide the clear answers and elite advocacy you deserve. Led by Olan Boudreaux—one of the few Texas lawyers dual board-certified in Civil and Personal Injury Trial Law—we offer decades of experience to protect your rights. Explore our FAQs below to understand your legal options or contact us for professional guidance.

Board Certification is a mark of distinguished expertise. In Texas, less than 1% of attorneys are double Board-Certified in Civil Trial Law and Personal Injury Trial Law. This means Mr. Boudreaux has passed rigorous exams and demonstrated extensive courtroom experience. For you, it means you are hiring a recognized specialist rather than a general practitioner.
Every case is unique, but we generally recommend exploring mediation first. Mediation is a confidential process where a neutral third party helps both sides reach a mutual agreement, which often saves families and businesses significant time, money, and emotional stress. However, if the opposing party is entirely unreasonable or refuses to negotiate in good faith, you need an attorney who is fully prepared to take your case to court. Because we handle both mediation and aggressive litigation, we will pivot to whichever strategy best protects your interests.
We wish we could give a precise timeline, but the reality is that the duration of a lawsuit depends heavily on the complexity of the case, the willingness of the other side to cooperate, and the court’s schedule. A case settled through early mediation might be resolved in a few months, while a highly contested probate or civil trial can take over a year. During your initial consultation, we will evaluate the specifics of your situation and provide a realistic timeline.

Fees vary depending on the type of case. Personal injury cases are typically handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no legal fees upfront and we only get paid if we recover compensation for you. For civil defense, probate litigation, or mediation services, we generally work on an hourly rate or a flat fee structure. We believe in complete transparency, so we will clearly outline all expected costs and billing structures in writing before you sign any agreements.

To make the most of our first meeting, please bring any documents relevant to your dispute. Depending on your case, this might include a copy of a will or trust, medical records, police reports, correspondence with the opposing party, or relevant business contracts. If you aren’t sure if a document is important, bring it anyway.

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Board Certification is a mark of distinguished expertise. In Texas, less than 1% of attorneys are double Board-Certified in Civil Trial Law and Personal Injury Trial Law. This means Mr. Boudreaux has passed rigorous exams, demonstrated extensive courtroom experience, and been vetted by judges and peers. For you, it means you are hiring a recognized specialist rather than a general practitioner.
We generally recommend exploring mediation first. Mediation is a confidential process that often saves families and businesses significant time, money, and emotional stress. However, if the opposing party refuses to negotiate in good faith, you need an attorney who is fully prepared to take your case to court. Because we handle both mediation and aggressive litigation, we will pivot to whichever strategy best protects your interests.
Probate litigation occurs when legal disputes arise during the administration of a deceased person’s estate. This typically involves family members, heirs, or beneficiaries contesting the validity of a will, arguing over the management of a trust, or accusing an executor of mismanaging estate assets.
You cannot contest a will simply because you feel the distribution of assets is unfair. In Texas, a will can generally be contested if there is proof of undue influence (someone manipulated the deceased), lack of testamentary capacity (the deceased did not understand what they were signing), fraud, forgery, or improper execution of the document.
Executors and trustees have a strict “fiduciary duty” to act in the best interests of the estate and its beneficiaries. If they mismanage funds, self-deal, or withhold information, we can file a lawsuit to have them removed, demand a full accounting of the assets, and seek to recover the lost money.
The mediation process itself is a voluntary negotiation. However, if both parties reach a mutual resolution and sign a Mediated Settlement Agreement (MSA), that document becomes a legally binding contract. The court will then typically adopt the MSA as a final, enforceable court order.
Yes, it is highly recommended. When Mr. Boudreaux acts as a mediator, he serves as a neutral third party to facilitate a resolution. He cannot provide legal advice to either party or advocate for one side over the other. Your personal attorney will advise you on whether a proposed settlement is in your best interest.
While the majority of civil and personal injury cases settle before reaching a jury, opposing counsel and insurance companies base their settlement offers on the credible threat of going to court. When you hire a double Board-Certified trial lawyer, the other side knows you have the experience and willingness to win at trial, which frequently results in significantly higher settlement offers.
The duration of a lawsuit depends heavily on the complexity of the case, the willingness of the other side to cooperate, and the court’s schedule. A case settled through early mediation might be resolved in a few months, while a highly contested probate often takes over a year. During your consultation, we will provide a realistic timeline based on your specific facts.
Fees vary depending on the type of case. Personal injury cases are typically handled on a contingency fee basis (you pay no upfront fees, and we only get paid if we recover compensation for you). For civil defense, probate litigation, or mediation services, we generally work on an hourly rate or a flat fee structure. We will clearly outline all expected costs in writing before you sign any agreements.
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