Lori Ashmore Peters, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
Managing AttorneyatThe Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.
Dallas, TX
Practicing business in Dallas since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 20 client reviews
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Lori Ashmore Peters is a managing attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care. Lori has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Health Care
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Lori Ashmore Peters: Lori Ashmore Peters is a managing attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care. Lori has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lori takes on
Lori concentrates on business, estate planning, health care, poa, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lori handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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POA
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Probate
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Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Lori takes business matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Dallas, Texas
Lori takes estate planning matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Dallas, Texas
Lori takes health care matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Dallas, Texas
Lori takes poa matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Dallas, Texas
Lori takes probate matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lori Ashmore Peters — business lawyer in Dallas
Lori Ashmore Peters is a managing attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Health Care. Lori has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Lori Ashmore Peters was admitted to practice law in Texas in 1996. She has spent her career focusing on estate planning and trusts, probate, business planning, ancillary probate, and guardianships. Lori is certified to serve as both Attorney Ad Litem and Guardian Ad Litem in Texas probate courts and has served in those roles on numerous court-appointed cases. She also works with litigation firms as a probate consultant, offering strategic insight into probate and estate planning matters connected to ongoing lawsuits.
Throughout her career, Lori has represented clients in preparing estate plans that protect children, secure assets, and address tax concerns. She has guided families through the probate process and helped administer complex estates. Lori is a frequent speaker at legal seminars and community events, presenting on probate, estate planning, guardianship, and end-of-life issues. Her legal expertise has been featured on KLIF 820 AM and in multiple publications including Senior Living and The Elite News. She is also the author of books and blogs on estate planning and the probate process.
Lori earned her law degree from Texas Wesleyan University in 1996 and her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University in 1991. She is admitted to practice in Texas, the United States Supreme Court, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. She is an active member of several professional organizations including the State Bar of Texas, Dallas County Bar Association, Dallas Estate Planning Council, and Dallas Women Lawyers Association. Her previous and current community involvement includes service with the Friends of Reverchon, the Maurine F. Bailey Cultural Foundation, and the Junior League of Dallas. Lori has been honored as a Super Lawyer from 2012 to 2025 and received the Elite News Women of Excellence Award.
Among other matters, Mrs. Peters has:
• Represented clients in seeking probate and administering complex estates.
• Presented educational presentations on the importance of Estate Planning and Probate, as well as Guardianship, to various groups, organizations, professionals and businesses.
• Represented clients in preparing estate plans involving protecting their children, asset protection, and tax planning.
• Appeared on KLIF 820 AM as a legal expert discussing issues such as Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianships, End of Life issues and Incapacity Planning.
• Represented families in Guardianship matters to protect the person and estate of an incapacitated loved one.
• Presented at Law Firm Pro Bono Wills Clinic CLE for Attorneys.
• Presented and submitted an article at the Guardianship Attorney Ad Litem certification seminar.
• Presented and submitted an article at the Institute for Paralegal Education, A Paralegal's Guide, The Probate Process from Start to Finish.
• Authored articles for The Elite News.
• Authored articles featured in Senior Living.
• Authored books on the Probate Process and Estate Planning.
• Authored various blogs.
Honors
• Received the Elite News 4th Annual Women of Excellence Award
• Named a Super Lawyer 2012 - 2025
Past and Present Professional Affiliations and Community Involvement:
• State Bar of Texas
• College of the State Bar of Texas
• Texas Aggie Bar Association
• Dallas County Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
• Dallas Estate Planning Council
• Dallas Women Lawyers Association
• Advisory Council on Money Management- Senior Citizens of Greater Dallas
• Texas A&M University- Former Student Association
• Board of Directors of Friends of Reverchon
• Board of Directors of the Maurine F. Bailey Cultural Foundation
• Dallas Bar Foundation Fellow
• Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Foundation Fellow
• Junior League of Dallas
Lori's approach to business cases
Lori Ashmore Peters was admitted to practice law in Texas in 1996. She has spent her career focusing on estate planning and trusts, probate, business planning, ancillary probate, and guardianships. Lori is certified to serve as both Attorney Ad Litem and Guardian Ad Litem in Texas probate courts and has served in those roles on numerous court-appointed cases. She also works with litigation firms…
Clients Lori works with
Lori reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and health care matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Texas Wesleyan University
J.D. · 1996
Texas A&M University
B.A. · 1991
Lori studied at J.D. in Texas Wesleyan University and B.A. in Texas A&M University.
Law school and academic background
Lori completed J.D. in Texas Wesleyan University and B.A. in Texas A&M University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lori runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Lori has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Lori's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas College of the State Bar of Texas Texas Aggie Bar Association Dallas County Bar Association American Bar Association Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Dallas Women Lawyers Association
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Locations
Lori Ashmore Peters's office in Dallas
Lori's primary office is at 3636 Maple Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Lori Ashmore Peters — 5.0/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Lori. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Dallas.
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How to hire Lori Ashmore Peters — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lori usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lori charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lori will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lori
Lori discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lori confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lori's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lori Ashmore Peters
How much does it cost to hire Lori for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lori walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lori offer a free consultation?
Lori charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Lori's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lori gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lori take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Lori is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lori will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lori?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lori will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lori accepting new business clients right now?
Lori's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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