Atty. Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr.

Atty. Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr.

Robert E. Reetz, Jr. concentrates his law practice in the areas of Mergers and Acquisitions, Taxation, Corporate Restructuring, Business Organizations, Financing Transactions and Contracts.

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About Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. at a glance

Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. is a tax attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at McGinnis Lochridge. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar and Illinois, State Bar. Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1980) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified, Tax Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization (2026). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert E. Reetz, Jr. concentrates his law practice in the areas of Mergers and Acquisitions, Taxation, Corporate Restructuring, Business Organizations, Financing Transactions and Contracts
  • Bob is both a Certified Accountant and Board Certified in Tax Law by the Texas Board of Specialization, and is able to provide a distinctive perspective on maximizing the shareholder/owner value in a business transaction though the formation, merger, spin off, reorganization, merger or acquisition
  • Bob manages entities and organizations by guiding them through their inception as startups, to providing advice on the most challenging aspects during their business life, then ultimately the sale of the business or transition to new ownership and management
  • As an experienced tax attorney, Bob is able to provide tax planning for a business along with representing taxpayers in controversy matters all the way through the administrative process including the U.S
  • Tax Court
  • His experience includes planning and preparing corporation documentation such as stock option plans, stock transactions, secured transactions, employee benefits, loan documentation and estate tax planning
  • Bob's current professional activities includes serving as the president of the Austin Tax Study Group
  • He has also been recognized by Martindale Hubbell® as an AV® Preeminent™ attorney and has been named to the Best Lawyers©, Tax law since 2012
  • Bob is also involved in his community and serves on several boards

Practice Areas Explained

Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

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

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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 Austin 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 Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr.

Where is Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr.'s law office located?
Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr.'s law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is McGinnis Lochridge. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. handle?
Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. go to law school?
Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr. received?
Robert E. "Bob" Reetz, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified, Tax Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization; Best Lawyers in America — Listed in; Best Lawyers in America — , Tax law since 2012.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1980
B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1976

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified, Tax Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Tax law since 2012
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Austin)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar
Illinois, State Bar

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