Hugh Spires, Jr.

Hugh Spires, Jr. is a Dallas, Texas estate planning attorney and the founder of his namesake law office. His practice focuses on preparing wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney, medical powers of attorney, HIPAA authorizations, and living wills. Hugh works with individuals and families throughout Texas and offers both online estate planning services and mobile appointments, including travel within a 50-mile radius of Dallas to oversee document execution when requested.

Hugh earned his J.D. from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville School of Law in 1995 after receiving a B.A. from Northeast Louisiana University in 1991. He has practiced law since 1995 and is licensed in both Texas and Arkansas. His legal education was followed by two decades of service in the U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps, where his responsibilities included estate planning and healthcare-related legal matters.

During his Air Force career, Hugh prepared estate plans for military members, retirees, and their dependents. He also defended physicians in medical malpractice claims, advised the Air Force Surgeon General’s Office on policy issues, counseled hospitals on physician privileging matters, and served as legal advisor to the Air Force Disability Evaluation Board. After retiring from the JAG Corps, he litigated physician disciplinary matters for the Texas Medical Board and advised a healthcare company on regulatory issues.

Hugh Spires, Jr. brings estate planning, military legal service, healthcare law, and regulatory experience to his Dallas practice. His approach emphasizes accessible legal services and personal attention, including assistance for clients who may have difficulty traveling to a traditional office. Hugh helps clients prepare documents designed to address property transfers, incapacity, healthcare decisions, guardianship concerns, and family needs while providing practical guidance on properly completing and executing their estate plans.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Hugh Spires, Jr. PLLC
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas
• Arkansas

Education

• University of Arkansas at Fayetteville School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Northeast Louisiana University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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