Deed Preparation
The type of deed and its clauses determine what actually transfers. We draft and review deeds to make sure the transaction achieves exactly what you intend.
About
About Stuart Allen Law
A Houston business and real estate law firm built for owners — not for volume. Direct representation, practical advice, and honest assessments at every stage.
Your Attorney
Stuart Allen, Esq.
Stuart Allen is a native Houstonian and a graduate of Stratford High School in the Memorial/Spring Branch area of Houston. Mr. Allen brings hands-on courtroom experience to his clients, focusing on the following areas of practice: Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, and Construction Defect Cases.
Before becoming licensed to practice law in Texas, Mr. Allen completed his law degree at Santa Clara University, earned a postgraduate degree in Resources Law Studies from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and obtained his B.A. in History from Colorado State University.
While attending law school, Stuart had the extreme honor of clerking for the Office of the District Attorney for Santa Clara County, California (2009 – Homicide Team; 2008 – Law and Motions Team and Consumer/Environmental Protection Unit,) as well as for the United States Attorney's Office in San Francisco, California (2008 – Lands Division).
Education
- Colorado State University (B.A. (History) – 2005)
- The University of Denver Sturm College of Law (Masters of Resources Law Studies – 2006)
- Santa Clara University School of Law (Juris Doctor – 2009)
- Law Review, Technical Editor
- Honors Moot Court
- High Technology Law Certificate with an Emphasis on Corporate Transactions
Bar Admissions
- California, 2010
Professional Associations
- American Bar Association
- Houston Bar Association
- Texas Young Lawyers Association
- Houston Young Lawyers Association
- State Bar of Texas
- International Right of Way Association
Stuart Allen, Esq.
Founder and CEO
Our mission
Built for Houston Business Owners
Houston's economy runs on small and mid-size businesses — energy services, construction and real estate, professional services, retail, logistics, and everything in between. The legal issues those businesses face aren't abstract — they involve specific Texas statutes, Harris County courts, local commercial real estate markets, and business relationships that are often personal as well as professional.
Stuart Allen Law was built specifically for that environment. The practice isn't a national firm with a Houston office — it's a Houston firm, representing Houston business owners in the courts and transactions that matter to this market.
That local focus means faster responses, familiarity with local courts and practices, and representation from an attorney who understands the business context — not just the legal one.
Our clients
Who We Help
We at Stuart Allen Law Firm serve Houston's diverse business community with tailored legal solutions designed for each client's unique needs. Whether you're starting a new venture or managing an established enterprise, our experienced attorneys provide the strategic counsel and practical support you need to succeed. We understand the unique challenges faced by different types of clients and customize our approach accordingly.
Our clients include:
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Entrepreneurs
Launching new ventures and scaling businesses
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Small business owners
Navigating growth and operational challenges
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Investors
Structuring deals and protecting their interests
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Landlords
Managing commercial properties and tenant relationships
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Developers
Bringing projects from concept to completion
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Buyers and sellers
In commercial real estate transactions
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Companies
Needing experienced outside general counsel services
Whatever your role in Houston's business landscape, our attorneys have the expertise to help you achieve your objectives while minimizing legal risks.
How it works
How We Work — and Why It Matters
The firm was built around a set of specific commitments about how a business law practice should operate. These aren't marketing language — they're the actual decisions that shaped how Stuart Allen Law is structured and how every client engagement is handled.
One Attorney, Start to Finish
Every matter is handled directly by Stuart Allen — no handoffs to associates, no paralegals running your case while someone else supervises. The attorney you speak with at the first consultation is the attorney who handles your matter through resolution.
Early Involvement Saves More Than It Costs
Most legal problems that become expensive started as legal problems that could have been managed early. The goal of early attorney involvement isn't to create billable work — it's to understand options before they narrow and to make decisions with a clear picture of what the law actually provides.
Plain Language, Always
Legal advice that you don't fully understand isn't useful. Every engagement includes direct, plain-language explanations of your rights, your options, and what each decision actually means — before you make it. No legal jargon without a translation.
Resolution Over Litigation
Litigation is a tool, not a default. The goal is always the best outcome for the client — and for most business disputes, that means a negotiated or mediated resolution that preserves time, money, and the ability to move forward. When litigation is necessary, it's pursued effectively.
Business-Focused Representation
The firm's practice is built entirely around business owners and the legal situations they face — formation, contracts, real estate, disputes, dissolution. That focus means the analysis is practical, not academic. The question is always what resolution actually looks like in the real world.
Honest Assessment, Not False Comfort
A client who understands the realistic strengths and weaknesses of their position makes better decisions than one who was told only what they wanted to hear. Every evaluation is direct and complete — including the parts that are harder to say.
Practice areas
Explore Our Practice Areas
Every real estate transaction carries risk. Whether you are buying, selling, financing, or defending a property interest, the legal details determine the outcome. Our practice covers the full scope of Texas real estate law, from document preparation through litigation.
Owner Financing Docs
Texas permits two primary forms of seller financing. We prepare the documents that keep your owner-financed deal compliant, enforceable, and structured to protect your investment.
Real Estate Closings
We handle full-service closings for residential and commercial real estate throughout Texas, with or without title insurance through our underwriting relationship with Fidelity National Title.
Lien Removal
A lien on your title can stop a sale before it starts. We identify what is recorded against your property and clear the path to marketable title so your transaction can proceed.
Contract Review
Real estate contracts favor whoever drafted them. Before you sign, we review every clause and flag what could cost you later across sales, lease, and commercial agreements.
Real Estate Litigation
When a dispute cannot be resolved outside of court, we handle breach of contract claims, suits to declare title, and suits to quiet title for residential and commercial matters throughout Texas.
Contact
Schedule a Consultation
Take the first step toward resolving your business or real estate matter with experienced legal counsel. Contact Stuart Allen Law Firm today to discuss your needs and learn how we can help protect your interests and achieve your goals. We offer initial consultations to understand your situation and provide clear guidance on the best path forward.
Call us
(346) 226-3091
Email
[email protected]
Office Address
1415 Louisiana Street, Unit 1803, Houston, TX 77002