Sharon C. Stodghill

Sharon C. Stodghill is a top Houston attorney who specializes in estate planning and probate law. She has a proven track record since her Texas license in 1992. She leads the Law Office of Sharon C. Stodghill and offers strategic legal services to protect her client’s assets.

She helps them navigate complex laws with estate planning tools, including wills, trusts, financial powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives. Her practice extends to tax law, real estate, and business organization, providing comprehensive solutions for closely held businesses.

A board-certified specialist in estate planning and probate by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization for over two decades, Ms. Stodghill pairs her legal expertise with a strong foundation in accounting. She earned a B.B.A. in accounting from Lamar University in 1973. In 1992, she got a Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law, Houston. Her dual prowess in law and accounting uniquely positions her to offer nuanced advice on financial and legal intricacies affecting estates and businesses.

Before her legal career, Ms. Stodghill was an accountant, becoming a certified public accountant (CPA) in 1975. Her early career included roles in tax law and the trust section of a major, full-service bank, which equipped her with valuable industry insights that enhanced her legal practice.

Ms. Stodghill is active in her professional community. She serves on several Houston Bar Association committees, including the Trust and Probate Section and the Elder Law Committee. She also contributes to the Houston Chapter of Certified Public Accountants and the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants, reflecting her commitment to maintaining high standards in her practice.

Ms. Stodghill’s dedication extends beyond professional realms into education and community service. She has taught as an adjunct professor at the University of Houston in the Certified Financial Planner Program and actively supports her community through pro bono work and involvement in her church’s planned giving committee. Her service and expertise have made her a trusted figure in Houston’s legal landscape, and she is known for her depth of knowledge and commitment to client advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Law Office of Sharon C. Stodghill
• Member, Houston Bar Association, Trust and Probate Section
• Member, Houston Bar Association, Elder Law Committee
• Member, Houston Volunteer Lawyers Association
• Member, Houston Chapter of Certified Public Accountants, Personal Financial Services Committee

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• South Texas College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas State University, Lamar University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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