About Richard A.

Richard A — Behlmann is an attorney specializing in estate planning, probate, tax law, and elder law. He is the owner of Behlmann Law Firm, L.P., which is located at 21218 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, Texas 77450. The firm provides a comprehensive range of legal services, including business law, taxation, wills, trusts, probate, and elder law. Additionally, it offers guidance for non-profit organizations, reflecting Mr. Behlmann's commitment to serving diverse client needs. Mr. Behlmann earned his Juris Doctor from St.

Mary's University in 1979. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Accounting-Finance at Saint Louis University in 1976. His strong academic background laid the foundation for his legal career. He is admitted to practice in multiple jurisdictions, including Texas, Missouri, the Western District of Missouri, the U.S. Tax Court, and the Federal Circuit. This extensive admission allows him to serve clients across various legal fields. In addition to his legal qualifications, Mr.

Behlmann is a Certified Public Accountant. His dual expertise in law and accounting enhances his ability to navigate complex financial and tax issues related to estate planning and probate. He is also board-certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction that shows his proficiency in these areas. His memberships include the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys and the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, as well as the Texas Bar Securities Committee and the Missouri Bar Association. With over 46 years of legal practice, Mr. Behlmann has cultivated a understanding of estate planning, probate, elder law, and tax law. His firm offers a variety of essential services, such as drafting wills and trusts, preparing estate tax returns, and creating powers of attorney and directives.

Furthermore, the firm handles probate and guardianship matters, income tax issues, gift tax concerns, and IRS representation. This broad scope of services positions Mr. Behlmann as a trusted advisor for individuals and families navigating complex legal and financial landscapes. Before establishing Behlmann Law Firm, L.P., he was associated with Behlmann Law Office, L.P. This prior experience provided him with valuable insights into the legal field, further enhancing his capabilities as a practitioner. His experience and qualifications make him a respected professional in his field, dedicated to providing personalized legal solutions for his clients.

Education

St. Mary s University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1979

Saint Louis University

B.S. | Accounting-Finance

1973

Accepted Jurisdictions

Federal Circuit
Western District of Missouri
Texas
Missouri
US Tax Court

Court Admissions

Missouri Supreme Court State Supreme Court · Admitted 1979
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri U.S. District Court · Admitted 1979
Texas Supreme Court State Supreme Court · Admitted 1993
U.S. Tax Court Admitted 2006
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 2015

Types of Cases Handled

Estate Planning Probate Tax Law Elder Law

Legal Services Scope

Drafting Wills Trusts Estate Tax Returns Powers of Attorney Directives Probate Guardianship Income Tax Gift Tax IRS Representation

Certifications & Awards

Certified Public Accountant

Missouri Board of Accountancy

Certified Lawyer Access List

Fidelity Investments

Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law

Texas Board of Legal Speccialization

Professional Associations

National Association of Elder Law Lawyers

has membership 2006 - Current

American Academy of Estate Planning Lawyers

Executive has membership 2005 - Current

Texas bar Securities Committee

has membership 1999 - Current

Misouri Bar Association

has membership 1979 - Current