Atty. David M. Washburn

Atty. David M. Washburn

Mr. David M.

Houston Houston 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About David M. Washburn at a glance

David M. Washburn is a Shareholder based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Nathan Sommers Jacobs A Professional Corporation. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Texas (1981) and U.S. Tax Court (1985). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1981) and Cornell University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David M. Washburn is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate, partnerships, limited liability companies and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • David practices at Nathan Sommers Jacobs A Professional Corporation in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David M. Washburn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M. Washburn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David M. Washburn is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

David M. Washburn is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David M. Washburn

Where is David M. Washburn's law office located?
David M. Washburn's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Nathan Sommers Jacobs A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M. Washburn handle?
David M. Washburn focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David M. Washburn practiced law?
David M. Washburn has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did David M. Washburn go to law school?
David M. Washburn earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact David M. Washburn for a consultation?
You can contact David M. Washburn directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David M. Washburn received?
David M. Washburn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1981
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985

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